USCG USCG Steam
Set 5 • Question #348 of 496
Launch Interactive Practice Room Labyrinth seals used to reduce leakage around a turbine shaft are constructed of __________.
A
spring bound carbon segments
B
braided asbestos covered core segments
C
staged rubber composition seal stripping
D
machined metallic packing strips or fins
✓ Correct Answer
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines), regarding 'Labyrinth seals used to reduce leakage around a turbine shaft are constructed of', the verified engineering fact is: 'machined metallic packing strips or fins'.
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