Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
Title 30 - Mineral Resources |
Chapter I - Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor |
SubChapter B - Testing, Evaluation, and Approval of Mining Products |
Part 18 - Electric Motor-Driven Mine Equipment and Accessories |
Subpart B - Construction and Design Requirements |
§ 18.27 - Gaskets.
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§ 18.27 Gaskets.
A gasket(s) shall not be used between any two surfaces forming a flame-arresting path except as follows:
(a) A gasket of lead, elastomer, or equivalent will be acceptable provided the gasket does not interfere with an acceptable metal-to-metal joint.
(b) A lead gasket(s) or equivalent will be acceptable between glass and a hard metal to form all or a part of a flame-arresting path.