With respect to electrical enclosure types, how may an electric motor be designed and constructed?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — explosion proof
46 CFR Subchapter J requires specific enclosure types for motors in hazardous locations. Explosion-proof motors are constructed to withstand an internal explosion of a specified gas or vapor and prevent the ignition of the surrounding atmosphere, ensuring safety in fuel pump rooms or cargo handling areas.
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