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46 C.F.R. § 183.360   Semiconductor rectifier systems.

Title 46 - Shipping

Title 46: Shipping
PART 183—ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Subpart C—Power Sources and Distribution Systems

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§ 183.360   Semiconductor rectifier systems.

(a) Each semiconductor rectifier system must have an adequate heat removal system that prevents overheating.

(b) Where a semiconductor rectifier system is used in a propulsion system or in other vital systems it must:

(1) Have a current limiting circuit;

(2) Have external overcurrent protection; and

(3) Meet Sections 35.84.2 and 35.84.4 of the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), “Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels,” or other standard specified by the Commandant.

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