§129.360. Semiconductor-rectifier systems.

46 C.F.R. § 129.360

(a)

Each semiconductor-rectifier system must have an adequate heat-removal system to prevent overheating.

(b)

If a semiconductor-rectifier system is used in a propulsion system or in another vital system, it must—

(1)

Have a current-limiting circuit;

(2)

Have external overcurrent protection; and

(3)

Comply with Sections 4/5.84.2 and 4/5.84.4 of the “Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels” of the American Bureau of Shipping.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306; sec. 617, Pub. L. 111-281, 124 Stat. 2905; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

Source: CGD 82-004 and CGD 86-074, 62 FR 49332, Sept. 19, 1997, unless otherwise noted.