Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
658 - MAINE FUEL BOARD
Chapter 9 - INSTALLATION OF SOLID FUEL BURNING EQUIPMENT
Section 658-9-17 - Water and Steam Boiler Pipe Supports

Universal Citation: 02 ME Code Rules ยง 658-9-17

Current through 2024-13, March 27, 2024

9.17.1 Generally

Piping must be supported with pipe hooks, metal pipe straps, bands, brackets, or hangers suitable for the size of the piping and must be of adequate strength and quality and located at appropriate intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration.

9.17.2 Spacing

Spacing of supports shall not be greater than shown in Table 9-1.

Table 9-1

Support of Piping

Steel Pipe, Nominal Size of Pipe (Inches)

Spacing of Supports (Feet)

Nominal Size of Tubing (Inch O.D.)

Spacing of Supports (Feet)

½"

6'

½"

4'

¾" or 1"

8'

5/8" or ¾"

6'

1 ¼" or larger (horizontal)

10"

7/8" or 1"

8'

1 ¼" or larger (vertical)

every floor level

9.17.3 Allowance for Expansion and Contraction

Supports, hangers, and anchors must be installed so as to not interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the piping between anchors. All parts of the supporting equipment must be designed and installed so that they will not disengage by movement of the supporting piping.

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