A spring loaded pressure relief valve must—
(a) Be set at a nominal pressure of 125 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure;
(b) Have a minimum normal venting capacity that is sufficient to prevent the tank pressure from exceeding 137.5 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure;
(c) Close after discharge of a pressure not lower than 115 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure; and
(d) If closed, remain closed at any pressure less than 115 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure.
source: CGD 73-172, 39 FR 22950, June 25, 1974, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 46 CFR 64.59