GroundRules
49 CFR 230.27: Maximum shearing strength of rivets.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 49—Transportation
- Subtitle B—Other Regulations Relating to Transportation
- CHAPTER II—FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
- PART 230—STEAM LOCOMOTIVE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS
- Subpart B—Boilers and Appurtenances
The maximum shearing strength of rivets per square inch of cross sectional area shall be taken as follows:
Rivets Pounds per square inch
Iron Rivets in Single Shear 38,000
Iron Rivets in Double Shear 76,000
Steel Rivets in Single Shear 44,000
Steel Rivets in Double Shear 88,000
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