Determination of maximum explosion pressure and the maximum rate of pressure rise of gases and vapours

The European Standard test method is designed to produce measurements of explosion pressure and the maximum explosion pressure, the rate of explosion pressure rise and the maximum rate of explosion pressure rise of a quiescent flammable gas/air/inert mixture in closed volume at ambient temperature and pressure. In this European Standard, the term "gas" includes vapours but not mists. Detonation and decomposition phenomena are not considered in this European Standard.
The pressures and rates of pressure rise measured by the procedures specified in this European Standard are not applicable to flameproof enclosures, that is enclosures intended to withstand an internal explosion and not to transmit it to an external explosive atmosphere, or any other closed volume where the internal geometry can result in pressure piling. Even in an enclosure of relatively simple geometry the disposition of the internal components can lead to rates of pressure rise significantly higher than those measured using this European Standard. This European Standard does not apply to the design and testing of flameproof enclosures in conformity with EN 13463-6 (for non-electrical equipment) and EN 60079-1 (for electrical equipment).

Verfahren zur Bestimmung des maximalen Explosionsdruckes und des maximalen zeitlichen Druckanstieges für Gase und Dämpfe

Dieses Dokument legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Explosionsdrucks und des maximalen Explosionsdrucks sowie des zeitlichen Explosionsdruckanstieges und des maximalen zeitlichen Explosionsdruckanstieges eines ruhenden Gemischs aus brennbarem Gas (Brennstoff), Luft und Inertgas bei Umgebungsbedingungen in geschlossenen Behältern ohne Einbauten fest. In diesem Dokument schließt der Begriff „Gas“ auch Dämpfe, jedoch keine Nebel, ein. Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für Bedingungen, unter denen Detonations- und Zersetzungsphänomene auftreten können.
Die nach den in diesem Dokument festgelegten Verfahren gemessenen Drücke und zeitlichen Druckanstiege sind für die Auslegung von druckfesten Kapselungen, das sind Umschließungen, die konstruktiv so ausgelegt sind, dass sie einer im Innern stattfindenden Explosion standhalten und diese nicht in eine äußere explosionsfähige Atmosphäre übertragen, oder anderen geschlossenen Behältern, deren innere Geometrie zu einer Drucküberhöhung führen kann, nicht anwendbar. Selbst in einer Umschließung von relativ einfacher Geometrie können Einbauten zu wesentlich höheren Explosionsdrücken als den nach diesem Dokument gemessenen führen. Dieses Dokument gilt nicht für die Konstruktion und Prüfung von druckfesten Kapselungen nach den Anforderungen von EN 13463-6 (für nicht elektrische Betriebsmittel) und EN 60079-1 (für elektrische Betriebsmittel).

Détermination de la pression maximale d'explosion et de la vitesse maximale de montée en pression des gaz et des vapeurs

Le présent document spécifie une méthode d’essai conçue pour fournir des mesures de la pression
d’explosion et de la pression maximale d’explosion, ainsi que des mesures de la vitesse de montée en
pression et de la vitesse maximale de montée en pression d’un mélange gaz inflammable/air/gaz inerte,
dans un volume clos, à température et pression ambiantes. Dans le présent document, le terme « gaz »
inclut les vapeurs mais n’inclut pas les brouillards. Les phénomènes de détonation et de décomposition
explosive ne sont pas pris en compte dans la présente Norme européenne.
Les pressions et les vitesses de montée en pression mesurées selon les modes opératoires spécifiés
dans le présent document ne sont pas applicables aux enveloppes antidéflagrantes, c’est-à-dire aux
enveloppes destinées à résister à une explosion interne et à ne pas la transmettre à l’atmosphère
explosive externe ou à tout autre volume fermé où la géométrie interne peut entraîner une
accumulation de pression. Même dans une enveloppe dont la géométrie est relativement simple, la
disposition des éléments internes peut conduire à des vitesses de montée en pression nettement
supérieures à celles mesurées selon le présent document. Le présent document ne s’applique pas à la
conception et aux essais des enveloppes antidéflagrantes conformes à l’EN 13463-6 (pour le matériel
non électrique) et à l’EN 60079-1 (pour le matériel électrique).

Ugotavljanje največjega tlaka eksplozije in največje hitrosti naraščanja tlaka plinov in hlapov

Preskusna metoda v tem evropskem standardu je zasnovana za merjenje tlaka eksplozije, največjega tlaka eksplozije, hitrosti naraščanja tlaka eksplozije in največje hitrosti naraščanja tlaka eksplozije neaktivne vnetljive mešanice plinov/zraka/inertnih plinov v zaprti prostornini pri temperaturi in zračnem tlaku okolice. Izraz »plin« v tem evropskem standardu vključuje hlape, ne pa tudi meglic. Pojavi detonacije in razkroja niso zajeti v tem evropskem standardu.
Tlaki in hitrosti naraščanja tlaka, izmerjeni s postopki iz tega evropskega standarda, se ne uporabljajo za ognjevarna ohišja, tj. ohišja, ki naj bi bila odporna na notranjo eksplozijo in naj je ne bi prenesla v zunanjo eksplozivno atmosfero ali katero koli drugo zaprto prostornino, kjer lahko notranja geometrija povzroči kopičenje tlaka. Tudi v ohišju s sorazmerno preprosto geometrijo so zaradi razporeditve notranjih sestavnih delov hitrosti naraščanja tlaka lahko znatno večje od hitrosti, izmerjenih z uporabo tega evropskega standarda. Ta evropski standard se ne uporablja za načrtovanje in preskušanje ognjevarnih ohišij v skladu s standardoma EN 13463-6 (za neelektrično opremo) in EN 60079-1 (za električno opremo).

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 15967:2022
01-maj-2022
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 15967:2011
Ugotavljanje največjega tlaka eksplozije in največje hitrosti naraščanja tlaka plinov
in hlapov
Determination of maximum explosion pressure and the maximum rate of pressure rise of
gases and vapours
Verfahren zur Bestimmung des maximalen Explosionsdruckes und des maximalen
zeitlichen Druckanstieges für Gase und Dämpfe
Détermination de la pression maximale d'explosion et de la vitesse maximale de montée
en pression des gaz et des vapeurs
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15967:2022
ICS:
13.230 Varstvo pred eksplozijo Explosion protection
SIST EN 15967:2022 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EN 15967
EUROPEAN STANDARD

NORME EUROPÉENNE

January 2022
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.230; B Supersedes EN 15967:2011
English Version

Determination of maximum explosion pressure and the
maximum rate of pressure rise of gases and vapours
Détermination de la pression maximale d'explosion et Verfahren zur Bestimmung des maximalen
de la vitesse maximale de montée en pression des gaz Explosionsdruckes und des maximalen zeitlichen
et des vapeurs Druckanstieges für Gase und Dämpfe
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 12 December 2021.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.





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COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2022 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 15967:2022 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

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Contents Page
European foreword . 4
Introduction . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms and definitions . 6
4 Test method . 7
4.1 Principle . 7
4.2 Apparatus . 7
4.2.1 General. 7
4.2.2 Test Vessel . 8
4.2.3 Equipment for preparing the test mixture . 8
4.2.4 Ignition system . 8
4.2.5 Pressure measuring system . 9
4.2.6 Initial temperature measuring device . 10
4.2.7 Safety aspects . 10
4.3 Preparation and preservation of test samples . 11
4.4 Procedure . 12
4.4.1 Preparation of the test mixture . 12
4.4.2 Determination of the explosion pressure p , the maximum explosion pressure p ,
ex max
the rate of explosion pressure rise (dp/dt) and the maximum rate of explosion
ex
pressure rise (dp/dt) . 12
max
4.5 Expression of results . 15
4.5.1 Common aspects . 15
4.5.2 Explosion pressure and maximum explosion pressure . 15
4.5.3 Rate of pressure rise and maximum rate of pressure rise . 16
4.6 Test report . 17
Annex A (normative) Verification of maximum explosion pressure values . 19
Annex B (normative) Verification of maximum rate of pressure rise . 20
Annex C (normative) Smoothing of pressure-time curves . 23
Annex D (informative) Conversion of the values for the flammable substance content. 27
D.1 Abbreviations and symbols . 27
D.2 Substance characteristics of air . 27
D.3 Definitions . 28
D.4 Preparation of the test mixture . 28
Annex E (informative) Example of an evaporator equipment for liquid flammable substances
. 31
Annex F (informative) Example for test report form . 33
Annex G (informative) Significant technical changes between this European Standard and
the previous editions . 36
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Annex H (informative) Approximate dependence of the explosion pressure ratio on
temperature . 37
H.1 Definition of parameters . 37
H.2 Deriving an equation for approximating the temperature dependence of the
explosion pressure ratio . 37
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Directive 2014/34/EU aimed to be covered . 39
Annex ZB (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC aimed to be covered . 40
Bibliography . 41

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European foreword
This document (EN 15967:2022) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 305 “Potentially
explosive atmospheres - Explosion prevention and protection”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by July 2022, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by July 2022.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 15967:2011.
Significant technical differences between the editions can be found in Annex G.
This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request given to CEN by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU
Directive(s) / Regulation(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s) / Regulation(s), see informative Annex ZA and ZB, which are
integral parts of this document.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United
Kingdom.
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Introduction
This document describes test methods for the determination of:
— the explosion pressure and the maximum explosion pressure;
— the rate of explosion pressure rise and the maximum rate of explosion pressure rise of a quiescent
flammable gas/air/inert mixture at ambient temperature and pressure.
Maximum explosion pressure and maximum rate of explosion pressure rise are used for designing
explosion protection measures, such as explosion pressure resistant or explosion pressure shock
resistant apparatus, explosion venting and explosion suppression. These characteristics are particularly
influenced by:
— the size and shape of the vessel;
— the type and energy of the ignition source;
— the temperature and pressure;
— the level of turbulence.
It is therefore necessary to standardize the conditions at which the maximum explosion pressure and the
maximum rate of explosion pressure rise are determined.
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1 Scope
This document specifies a test method that is designed to measure the explosion pressure and the
maximum explosion pressure, the rate of explosion pressure rise and the maximum rate of explosion
pressure rise of a quiescent flammable gas/air/inert mixture in closed volume at ambient temperature
and pressure. In this document, the term “gas” includes vapours but not mists. Detonation and
decomposition phenomena are not considered in this document.
The pressures and rates of pressure rise measured by the procedures specified in this document are not
applicable to flameproof enclosures, i.e. enclosures intended to withstand an internal explosion and not
to transmit it to an external explosive atmosphere, or any other closed volume where the internal
geometry can result in pressure piling. Even in an enclosure of relatively simple geometry the disposition
of the internal components can lead to rates of pressure rise significantly higher than those measured
using this document. This document does not apply to the design and testing of flameproof enclosures in
conformity with EN ISO 80079-37 (for non-electrical equipment) and EN 60079-1 (for electrical
equipment).
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 13237:2012, Potentially explosive atmospheres - Terms and definitions for equipment and protective
systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13237:2012 and the following
apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
• IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1
explosion pressure
p
ex
highest pressure occurring in a closed vessel during the explosion of a specific mixture of flammable
substances with air or air and inert gases determined under specified test conditions
Note 1 to entry: is expressed as absolute pressure with gases and vapours in this standard and as overpressure
p
ex
with dusts in EN 14034.
3.2
maximum explosion pressure
p
max
maximum value of explosion pressure measured in the tests for explosion pressure when the content of
the flammable substances in the mixture is varied
Note 1 to entry: p is expressed as absolute pressure with gases and vapours in this standard and as
max
overpressure with dusts in EN 14034.
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3.3
rate of explosion pressure rise

dp / dt
( )
ex
highest value of the slope (first derivative) of the pressure-time curve (smoothed if necessary), measured
in a closed vessel during the explosion of a specific mixture of flammable substances with air or air and
inert substances determined under specified test conditions
3.4
maximum rate of explosion pressure rise
dp / dt
( )
max
maximum value of the explosion pressure rise per unit time measured in the tests when the content of
the flammable substances in the mixture is varied
Note 1 to entry: For the purpose of this document, all pressures are expressed in kPa and rate of explosion pressure
rises are expressed in MPa/s.
3.5
scatter
modulus of the difference between the individual measured value and the mean of the three measured
values;
3.6
relative scatter
Scatter divided by the mean of the three measured values
4 Test method
4.1 Principle
An explosive test mixture is ignited by a defined ignition source which is positioned in the centre of a test
vessel. By means of a pressure measuring system the pressure-time curve that develops following the
ignition of the test mixture is recorded.
From the pressure- time curve the highest rate of explosion pressure rise dp / dt is calculated, and
( )
ex
the highest pressure p is determined.
ex
Repeat measurements are made with stepwise variations in the content of flammable gas in the mixture.
a) The maximum explosion pressure p is determined as the maximum observed value of p .
max ex
b) The maximum rate of explosion pressure rise dp / dt is determined as the maximum observed
( )
max
value of .
dp / dt
( )
ex
4.2 Apparatus
4.2.1 General
The test apparatus consists of:
— a test vessel;
— equipment for preparing the test mixture;
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— an ignition system;
— a pressure measuring system;
— a temperature measuring device;
— safety equipment.
4.2.2 Test Vessel
The test vessel shall be spherical or cylindrical. The internal volume of the test vessel shall be equal to or
3
greater than 0,005 m . If a cylindrical vessel is used, the length to diameter ratio shall be equal to 1 ± 0,05.
The test vessel and any equipment (valves, igniter, transducer, etc.) fitted on the vessel shall be designed
to withstand a maximum pressure of at least 2 000 kPa.
NOTE Guidance on the design of the test vessel can be found in EN 14460, EN 13445-3 and EN 13480-3.
The vessel shall be made of stainless steel or any material free of any catalytic effects and resistant to
corrosion from the initial gas mixture and the products of combustion.
The test vessel shall be fitted with sufficient ports to allow filling, evacuating and purging.
4.2.3 Equipment for preparing the test mixture
The test mixture can be prepared by a partial pressure method or mixing together flows of the component
substances. This can be done in the test vessel or outside.
If the test mixture is prepared by a partial pressure method, the vessel used for the preparation of the
mixture shall be fitted with:
a) a vacuum pump and a vacuum gauge;
b) pressure gauges;
c) a means of achieving a uniform test mixture (e.g. a stirrer).
If the test mixture is prepared by mixing flows, the necessary components are:
d) flow meters (mass or volume flow meters);
e) a means of achieving a uniform test mixture (e.g. mixing chamber);
f) an evaporator if liquid samples are used (see Annex E for an example).
The equipment for preparing the test mixture shall be designed in such a way that the flammable gas
content in the test mixture is measured with a maximum uncertainty of measurement of ± 10 % relative
for a flammable gas content up to a mole fraction of x(S) = 5 % or ± 0,5 % absolute for a flammable gas
content above a mole fraction of x(S) = 5 %.
4.2.4 Ignition system
4.2.4.1 General
The igniter shall be positioned in the centre of the test vessel. Recommended ignition systems are
induction spark and fusing wire. The test report shall state which ignition source was used.
For some special mixtures it may be necessary to use a different ignition system in order to achieve
ignition of the mixture. If an alternative ignition source is used it shall be fully described in the test report.
It is also recommended that specialist advice is sought on the interpretation of the results.
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4.2.4.2 Induction spark
A series of induction sparks between two electrodes is used as the ignition source.
Stainless steel is a suitable material for the electrodes. The electrodes shall be positioned at the centre of
the vessel. They shall be pointed rods with a maximum diameter of 4 mm. The angle of the tips shall be
(60 ± 3) °. The distance between the tips shall be (5 ± 0,1) mm. The electrodes shall be mounted in the
vessel so they are gas tight at the highest pressures generated during the test. The mounting shall be
resistant to heat and the test mixture, and provide adequate electrical insulation from the test vessel
body.
A high voltage transformer, with a root mean square voltage of 13 kV to 16 kV (AC) and a short circuit
current of 20 mA to 30 mA, shall be used for producing the ignition spark. The primary winding of the
high voltage transformer shall be connected to the mains via a timer set to the required discharge time.
The spark discharge time shall be adjusted to (0,2 ± 0,02) s. If a spark discharge time of 0,2 s does not
result in ignition of the test mixture, the test may be repeated with a spark discharge time of up to
(0,5 ± 0,02) s.
NOTE The power of the spark depends on the gas mixture and its pressure. In air at atmospheric conditions
according to calorimetric and electric measurements such a source gives a spark with a power of approximately
10 W.
4.2.4.3 Fusing wire
This ignition device generates an electric arc by passing an electrical current along a length of straight
fusing wire connected between two metal rods.
The electrical power for melting the wire and generating the arc is supplied from an isolating transformer.
The ignition energy delivered by the arc depends on the duration of the arc and the power rating of the
isolating transformer. The energy delivered shall be in the range 10 J to 20 J, as over this range of energies
there is no significant effect on the explosion pressure. This is achieved by limiting the power rating of
the isolating transformer to between 0,7 kVA and 3,5 kVA and by the use of a phase control technique.
The latter is a chopping technique that allows only part of the AC waveform from the transformer
secondary windings to energize the wire.
Brass or stainless steel are suitable materials for the rods. The rods shall be parallel to each other with a
separation distance of (5 ± 1) mm. For the fusing wire a straight length of NiCr wire (diameter 0,05 mm
to 0,2 mm) shall be soldered to the tips of the metal rods. The rods shall be positioned in the test vessel
so the fusing wire is at the centre of the vessel. The electrodes shall be mounted in the vessel so they are
gas tight at the highest pressures generated during the test. The mounting shall be resistant to heat and
the test mixture, and provide adequate electrical insulation from the test vessel body.
To reduce the time required for replacing the fusing wire after a test, the rods may be mounted in a plug
that can be screwed into the test vessel wall.
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The cross-section of the wires connecting the transformer to the rods shall be between 2,5 mm and
2
7 mm . The length of the wires shall be less than 5 m. The diameter of the rods shall be between 1,5 mm
and 5 mm.
If, for practical reasons, the diameter of the rods shall be less than 3 mm additional mechanical support
may be necessary.
4.2.5 Pressure measuring system
The pressure measuring system consists of:
a) a pressure transducer;
1) The pressure transducer(s) shall be fitted in the test vessel, with the head flush with the internal
wall.
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2) The pressure transducer(s) shall be able to measure pressures up to 2000 kPa. Pressure
transducers of lower range may be used if lower explosion pressures are expected.
3) The pressure transducer(s) shall have a resonance frequency of at least 20 kHz.
b) an amplifier;
c) a data recording system.
1) The data recording system shall have a resolution of at least 12 bit and either a sampling rate of
at least 20 kHz, or a sampling rate of at least 500 / t samples per second.
ex
2) t is the time from ignition to the maximum explosion pressure (see Figure C.1 and Figure C.2).
ex
The pressure measuring system shall have a bandwidth of at least 10 kHz.
To ensure reliability, two pressure measuring systems may be used.
The pressure measuring system shall have an accuracy such that the initial and explosion pressures are
measured to ± 5 kPa or better.
The pressure measuring system shall have a time resolution of at least 0,1 ms.
4.2.6 Initial temperature measuring device
Any suitable thermocouple with appropriate recording equipment may be used to record this value.
Recording the initial temperature is necessary, because especially p and p are temperature
ex max
dependent.
4.2.7 Safety aspects
Ensure that all work is conducted within local and national regulations. Precautions shall be taken to
safeguard the health of personnel conducting the tests against the different hazards that may occur
during the test e.g.:
a) to prevent a leak of the mixture or waste gases outside the vessel, the gas tightness of the vessel shall
be checked;
b) to prevent rupture of the test vessel, it shall be designed to withstand a maximum pressure of at least
2 000 kPa (see 4.2.2), as this can be assumed to be higher than the maximum explosion pressure
likely to be generated during a test;
c) if the test mixture is prepared in a separate vessel, this vessel and the connecting line shall be
designed to withstand the maximum explosion pressure;
d) if the test mixture is prepared by mixing together flows of the component substances, measures to
prevent a destructive flashback (which may lead to a deflagration or detonation) into the piping or
mixing devices shall be implemented;
e) to prevent injuries to the operator from flying fragments, all parts of the apparatus shall be
adequately shielded in case of explosion;
f) adequate ventilation shall be provided to prevent the accumulation of flammable materials leading
to the formation of an explosive atmosphere in the laboratory as a result of:
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2) exhaust from the vacuum pump; or
3) leaks from the apparatus;
g) mixtures formed during this test method will have very low ignition energies and very high explosion
pressures. Suitable precautions shall be taken to avoid ignition;
h) when analysing explosive mixtures it shall be ensured that the analysis device does not comprise an
effective ignition source where an ignition may propagate back into the apparatus;
i) all electrical connections shall be adequately insulated to prevent electrocution or shock to
personnel;
j) measures shall be taken prior to preparing the mixture to ensure that the substances can be mixed
without risk;
k) measures shall be taken to prevent hazards arising from the handling of toxic, flammable gases or
combustion products;
l) the handling of flammable liquids shall be carried out in such a manner that the risk of a fire is
minimized;
m) the handling of gas cylinders shall be carried out in such a manner that the risk of an explosion is
minimized;
n) in the event of ignition system failure, the explosive mixture will still be present at the end of the test,
purge and dilute to render non-flammable.
4.3 Preparation and preservation of test samples
The components of the test mixture shall fulfil the following requirements:
a) Air: the air shall be free of water and oil (less than 100 ppmV, respectively). If synthetic air is used,
it shall be stated in the report.
b) Inert: the purity of the inert, or the mixture of inerts, shall be x(inert) = 99,8 % or better. If a mixture
of inerts is used, the composition of the mixture shall be stated in the test report.
c) Flammable gas: the flammable gas may be derived from:
1) a single substance or a mixture of substances;
2) a process sample (of known or unknown composition).
When a single substance or a mixture of substances is used, the purity of each substance shall be
x(inert) = 99,8 % or better. In the case of a mixture of substances or a process sample of known
composition, the precision of the composition shall be stated in the test report. In the case of a process
sample of unknown composition, the sample shall be defined as well as possible (e.g. process conditions,
lower explosion limit).
If the flammable gas is derived from a liquid containing more than one component, the gas phase
composition can differ from the composition of the liquid phase and when large quantities of the gas are
drawn off, the composition of both the liquid and gas phases can change with time. For these reasons, the
test sample shall be taken from the liquid phase.
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SIST EN 15967:2022
EN 15967:2022 (E)
4.4 Procedure
4.4.1 Preparation of the test mixture
4.4.1.1 General
If liquefied gases or liquids are used, it is necessary to ensure that there is no condensation.
NOTE Condensation can be prevented by checking the vapour pressure of the substances and by local heating
to prevent cooling at certain parts of the apparatus (e.g. valves).
The test mixture may be prepared by the method of partial pressures or by the method of mixing flows,
either inside or outside the test vessel.
4.4.1.2 Preparation of the test mixture by partial pressures
If the preparation of the test mixture includes evacuating the vessel, the amount of air remaining shall be
taken into account when calculating the partial pressures
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