Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #1078 (Set 36)

Suppose a cargo vessel of 1600 gross tons or more is fitted with emergency storage batteries for the purpose of supplying emergency lighting and power. According to 46 CFR, Subchapter J (Electrical Engineering), the capacity of the storage batteries is such that they should be able to successfully power the emergency loads for a period of 18 hours. Beginning with fully charged batteries, what is the minimum allowable percentage of the voltage rating of the batteries after the 18 hour discharge period assuming a nominal voltage rating of 24 VDC and operating at rated capacity.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — 88%

Title 46 CFR Subchapter J specifies that 24 VDC emergency storage batteries supplying essential loads over an 18-hour discharge cycle must maintain a minimum voltage threshold of 88% of their rated capacity.

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