§ 183.530 - Spud, pipe, and hose fitting configuration.  


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  • § 183.530 Spud, pipe, and hose fitting configuration.

    Except when used for a tank fill line, each spud, pipe, or hose fitting used with hose clamps must have:

    (a) A bead;

    (b) A flare; or

    (c) A series of annular grooves or serrations no less than 0.015 inches deep, except a continuous helical thread, knurl, or groove.

    [CGD 74-209, 42 FR 5950, Jan. 31, 1977, as amended by USCG-1999-5832, 64 FR 34716, June 29, 1999]