Utility gas meter (residential)

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Dsg319

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I know this may vary from areas, but are utility gas meters typically have a classification near and around them?
 
augie47 said:
typically not
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I’ve read some places on the web for a space of 3ft of space from utility gas meter to electrical meter.
But I’ve seen an a/c unit with a disconnect right next to one and that made me wonder if there’s any difference there.
 
Dsg319 said:
I’ve read some places on the web for a space of 3ft of space from utility gas meter to electrical meter.
But I’ve seen an a/c unit with a disconnect right next to one and that made me wonder if there’s any difference there.
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That’s a utility or gas company requirement. It’s not a set in stone code.
the national fuel gas code says premise owned meter. A gas utility meter isn’t owned by the home or business owner.
 
As I recall can threaded pipe connections even give you a classification. I always thought it had to be flanges.
 
The National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54 requires no ignition sources within 3-feet but does not use the word “classified “.


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bobgorno said:
The National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54 requires no ignition sources within 3-feet but does not use the word “classified “.


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but is a utility meter a source of ignition?
 
Dsg319 said:
Would a disconnect be considered an ignition source I wonder? Arcing and sparking
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Well, it should only arc and sparks when things go wrong...

I’ll be the first to admit it’s a good idea for separation.
 
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