Question 102 of 200 tasco Exam
Why is the 'maximum surface temperature' identified, for electrical equipment used in hazardous areas onboard LNG carriers?
A The limit is on minimum surface temperature on LNG carriers as the cargo is cryogenic
B Equipment should operate within these limits to reduce the power and boil-off consumption
C Equipment should operate within these limits to prevent the formation of a hot surface
Correct
D Equipment should operate within these limits to reduce the heat transfer to the cryogenic cargo
Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Equipment should operate within these limits to prevent the formation of a hot surface.
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