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Shell and Roof openings

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sksmechanical

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Please excuse the stupid question...but what is the difference between regular type and low type openings?
 
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"Low type" has a mouse-hole shaped reinforcing plate that extends to the tank bottom. "Regular type" has a round or diamond-shaped reinforcing plate that has to be a minimum distance above the bottom.
 
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Wow I completely missed it. I'm looking at the figure now. 'Preciate the info!
 
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