230.27—Maximum shearing strength of rivets.

The maximum shearing strength of rivets per square inch of cross sectional area shall be taken as follows:
Rivets Pounds per square inch
Iron Rivets in Single Shear 38,000
Iron Rivets in Double Shear 76,000
Steel Rivets in Single Shear 44,000
Steel Rivets in Double Shear 88,000