Which of the following leak detectors would be appropriate for use in leak detecting on a system currently pressurized with nitrogen? Illustration GS-RA-04
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — D
Electronic leak detectors or bubble solution methods are utilized when pressure-testing with dry nitrogen. Because nitrogen is an inert gas, halogen-specific electronic sensors or ultrasonic detectors are required to locate pressure boundaries reliably during pre-charge tightness tests.
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