SIST EN ISO 14245:2010

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN ISO 14245:2010
01-oktober-2010
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Gas cylinders - Specifications and testing of LPG cylinder valves - Self-closing (ISO
14245:2006)
Gasflaschen - Spezifikation und Prüfung von Flaschenventilen für Flüssiggas (LPG) -
Selbstschließend (ISO 14245:2006)
Bouteilles à gaz - Spécifications et essais pour valves de bouteilles de GPL - Fermeture
automatique (ISO 14245:2006)
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ICS:
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23.060.40 7ODþQLUHJXODWRUML Pressure regulators
SIST EN ISO 14245:2010 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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SIST EN ISO 14245:2010


EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 14245

NORME EUROPÉENNE

EUROPÄISCHE NORM
June 2010
ICS 23.020.30 Supersedes EN 13152:2001
English Version
Gas cylinders - Specifications and testing of LPG cylinder valves
- Self-closing (ISO 14245:2006)
Bouteilles à gaz - Spécifications et essais pour valves de Gasflaschen - Spezifikation und Prüfung von
bouteilles de GPL - Fermeture automatique (ISO Flaschenventilen für Flüssiggas (LPG) - Selbstschließend
14245:2006) (ISO 14245:2006)
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EN ISO 14245:2010 (E)
Foreword
The text of ISO 14245:2006 has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 58 “Gas cylinders” of the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been taken over as EN ISO 14245:2010 by
Technical Committee CEN/TC 286 “Liquefied petroleum gas equipment and accessories” the secretariat of
which is held by NSAI.
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text or by endorsement, at the latest by December 2010, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn
at the latest by December 2010.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 13152:2001.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations 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, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 14245:2006 has been approved by CEN as a EN ISO 14245:2010 without any modification.

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 14245
First edition
2006-02-15


Gas cylinders — Specifications and
testing of LPG cylinder valves —
Self-closing
Bouteilles à gaz — Spécifications et essais pour valves de bouteilles de
GPL — Fermeture automatique





Reference number
ISO 14245:2006(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword. iv
Introduction . v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions. 1
4 Design and specification . 4
4.1 General. 4
4.2 Materials . 4
4.3 Essential components. 5
4.4 Optional components. 6
4.5 Leak tightness. 7
5 Valve type test. 7
5.1 General. 7
5.2 Test procedure and test requirements . 7
5.3 External and internal tightness tests (Tests nos. 2, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16 and 17). 9
5.4 External and internal tightness test (Test no. 2) . 10
5.5 Valve closure test (Test no. 3) . 10
5.6 Operation test (Test no. 4) . 11
5.7 Valve stem test (Test no. 5) . 11
5.8 External and internal tightness test (Test no. 6) . 12
5.9 Impact test (Test no. 7). 12
5.10 External and internal tightness test (Test no. 8) . 12
5.11 External and internal tightness test (Test no. 9) . 12
5.12 External and internal tightness test after ageing (Test no. 10). 13
5.13 Endurance test — Part 1 (Test no. 11). 13
5.14 External and internal tightness test after endurance test — Part 1 (Test no. 12) . 13
5.15 Endurance test — Part 2 (Test no. 13). 13
5.16 Tightness test at valve outlet seal after endurance test — Part 2 (Test no. 14). 14
5.17 External and internal tightness test (Test no. 15) . 14
5.18 External and internal tightness test — High temperature (Test no. 16). 14
5.19 External and internal tightness test — Low temperature (Test no. 17). 14
5.20 Simulated vacuum test (Test no. 18) . 14
5.21 Examination of dismantled valves nos. 4, 5 and 6 (Test no. 19). 15
5.22 Acceptance criteria. 15
6 Documentation/test report. 15
6.1 Documentation. 15
6.2 Test report . 15
7 Markings . 15
Annex A (normative) Valve dimensions. 16
Annex B (informative) Production testing and inspection. 17
Annex C (normative) Special low temperature requirements for valves. 18
Bibliography . 19

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Foreword
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(ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO
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rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
ISO 14245 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 58, Gas cylinders, Subcommittee SC 2, Cylinder
fittings.
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Introduction
This International Standard calls for the use of substances and procedures that can be injurious to health if
adequate precautions are not taken. It refers only to technical suitability and does not absolve the user from
legal obligations relating to health and safety at any stage.
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that execution of its provisions is entrusted
to appropriately qualified and experienced people.

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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 14245:2006(E)

Gas cylinders — Specifications and testing of LPG cylinder
valves — Self-closing
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the requirements for design, specification and type testing for dedicated
LPG self-closing cylinder valves specifically for use with transportable refillable LPG cylinders from 0,5 l up to
150 l water capacity. It includes references to associated equipment for vapour or liquid service.
NOTE Annex B gives recommendations for production testing and inspection.
This International Standard does not apply to fixed automotive installations.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application 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.
ISO 10920, Gas cylinders — 25E taper thread for connection of valves to gas cylinders — Specification
ISO 11114-1, Transportable gas cylinders — Compatibility of cylinder and valve materials with gas
contents — Part 1: Metallic materials
ISO 11114-2, Transportable gas cylinders — Compatibility of cylinder and valve materials with gas contents
— Part 2: Non-metallic materials
ISO 11116-1, Gas cylinders — 17E taper thread for connection of valves to gas cylinders — Part 1:
Specifications
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
liquefied petroleum gas
LPG
mixture of predominantly butane or propane with traces of other hydrocarbon gases classified in accordance
with UN number 1965, hydrocarbon gas mixture, liquefied, or NOS or UN number 1075, petroleum gases,
liquefied
NOTE In some countries, UN number 1011 and UN number 1978 may also be used to designate LPG.
[ISO 10464]
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3.2
cylinder valve
valve designed for use in one or more of the following applications: liquid filling, liquid service, vapour service,
liquid level indication
3.3
external tightness
resistance to leakage through the valve body to or from the atmosphere, when the valve is open
3.4
internal tightness
resistance to leakage across the valve seat, or other internal sealing components, when the valve is closed
3.5
eduction tube
tube fitted to the valve to allow withdrawal of liquid LPG with the cylinder in its normal operating position
3.6
fixed liquid level gauge
control device, such as a dip tube in combination with a vent valve, to verify that the predetermined maximum
liquid level in a cylinder has been reached or surpassed
3.7
liquid level indicator
control device, such as a float gauge, permitting the gauging of the liquid level in the cylinder
3.8
valve body
major valve component including valve stem and/or valve outlet and, where applicable, the provision for other
optional components
3.9
excess flow device
flow limiter
device designed to close or partially close when the flow of liquid or vapour passing through it exceeds a
predetermined value and to re-open when the pressure differential across the valve has been restored below
a certain value
3.10
non-return valve
valve designed to close automatically to restrict reverse flow
3.11
vapour/liquid dual valve
valve designed to allow vapour and liquid withdrawal from a cylinder in its normal operating position
3.12
sealing element
element used to provide internal leak tightness
3.13
valve stem
section of the valve body which connects to the cylinder
3.14
valve outlet
section of the valve body to which a regulator or connector can be fitted for vapour or liquid withdrawal
NOTE The valve outlet is also normally used for filling the cylinder.
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3.15
type test
test or series of tests conducted to prove that the design meets the requirements of this International Standard
3.16
cylinder opening
part of the cylinder to which the valve stem connects
3.17
quick coupling connector
system which enables an appliance or equipment to be connected to a cylinder valve without the use of tools
3.18
test pressure
pressure at which the valve or component is tested in bar gauge
3.19
sediment tube
device designed to reduce the risk of foreign matter, which can be in the cylinder, from entering the valve
3.20
protection cap/dust cap
device fitted to the valve outlet and intended for one or more of the following functions:
⎯ to protect the outlet;
⎯ to prevent the ingress of foreign matter;
⎯ to indicate unauthorized manipulation
3.21
sealing cap
device fitted to, or integral with, the outlet of the cylinder valve to provide secondary closure
3.22
valve operating mechanism
mechanism that opens the valve when, or after, a regulator or connector is fitted and closes automatically
when, or before, a regulator or connector is disconnected
3.23
sealing mechanism
mechanism to obtain internal leak tightness
3.24
protection cap
device that may be screwed to a fitting permanently attached to the cylinder to protect a cylinder valve
3.25
shroud/guard
device that may be welded to the cylinder to protect a cylinder valve
3.26
gross mass
mass of the heaviest cylinder on which the valve is intended to be fitted, including any permanently attached
accessories and the maximum mass of the LPG content
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3.27
pressure relief valve
valve which automatically, without the assistance of any energy other than that of the fluid concerned,
discharges a quantity of fluid so as to prevent a predetermined safe pressure being exceeded, and which is
designed to re-close and prevent the further flow of fluid after normal pressure conditions of service have been
restored
NOTE The loading due to the fluid pressure underneath the valve-sealing element is opposed by a spring.
4 Design and specification
4.1 General
The valve shall be capable of withstanding:
⎯ operating pressures and test pressures;
⎯ mechanical stresses, including dynamic loads such as pressure shocks or cyclic changes;
⎯ operating temperatures.
NOTE Pressures are gauge pressure unless otherwise specified.
There shall be valve external and internal leak tightness for the full range of pressure and temperature
conditions.
The specific requirements relating to the functions, mechanical strength, pressure, operating temperatures,
external and internal leak tightness of the valve and its components are detailed in the following subclauses of
this clause and/or in the relevant test in Clause 5.
4.2 Materials
4.2.1 General
Materials in contact with LPG shall be physically and chemically compatible with LPG under all operating
conditions for which the valve is designed (see ISO 11114-1 and ISO 11114-2).
In selecting an appropriate material for valve components, it is important to select not only for adequate
strength in service, but also to give consideration to other modes of failure due to atmospheric corrosion,
brass dezincification, stress corrosion, shock loads, and material failure.
4.2.2 Operating temperatures
Materials used shall be suitable for the temperatures for which the valve is designed.
The minimum operating temperature, to which the valve is expected to be exposed during normal use, is minus
20 °C. In service, temperatures below this may be encountered during short periods, e.g. during filling. Where
necessary, e.g. in some countries and for certain applications, lower minimum operating temperatures shall be
used. When equipment is designed for a temperature of minus 40 °C, it shall also meet the requirements of
Annex C.
The maximum operating temperature to which the valve is expected to be exposed during normal operation is
65 °C. In service, this temperature may be exceeded for short periods.
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4.2.3 Copper alloys
Valve bodies made from copper alloys shall be manufactured from materials in accordance with recognized
standards, for example EN 12164 and EN 12165 or from alloys of equivalent properties.
4.2.4 Non-metallic materials
Non-metallic materials in contact with LPG shall be compatible with LPG (see ISO 11114-2). They shall not
distort, harden or adhere to the body or seat face to such an extent as to impair the function of the valve.
In accordance with national or international standards, for example EN 549, non-metallic materials in contact
with LPG shall meet the requirements for resistance to:
⎯ gas (pentane test);
⎯ lubricants;
⎯ ageing;
⎯ low temperature;
⎯ high temperature;
⎯ compression;
⎯ ozone (where the material is exposed to the atmosphere).
4.3 Essential components
4.3.1 Valve operating mechanism
The valve shall be designed in such a way that the travel distance of the valve operating mechanism cannot
be modified.
The valve operating mechanism shall be designed in such a way that it remains captive and achieves direct
contact with the valve body in the absence of the sealing element, in order to limit the leakage rate of gas.
4.3.2 Valve body
If the valve body is made of more than one part, precautions shall be taken to ensure that there can be no
unintentional dismantling. Dismantling shall require specialized equipment.
4.3.3 Sealing mechanism
The sealing mechanism shall ensure internal leak tightness. This can be achieved with one or more sealing
elements, one of which shall be spring loaded to ensure closure when the valve is not activated.
The valve sealing system may also include a sealing cap.
4.3.4 Valve stem
The connection between the valve and the LPG cylinder shall be a threaded sealing system in accordance with
ISO 10920, ISO 11116-1 or any other connection system that provides an equivalent level of safety.
The design of the valve stem shall prevent leakage, loosening in service and meet the requirements of 5.7.
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The valve stem shall withstand the torque identified in Table 3, without causing such damage as to affect their
performance, operating mechanism, internal tightness and external tightness. However, it should be noted
that such torque values should not be used for normal operational application.
4.3.5 Valve outlet
The connection between the valve and the equipment shall be by means of a quick coupling connector or a
threaded connector. Valve outlets should conform to a standard such as ISO 5145, EN 12864, or any other
connection system that provides an equivalent level of safety.
In the case of a vapour/liquid dual valve, the following requirements shall apply:
⎯ The valve shall have separate vapour and liquid outlet connections. The wall thickness between the
passageways through the valve body shall not be less than 1 mm.
⎯ The liquid outlet shall be a different design to that of the vapour outlet. Valves with liquid and vapour
outlets shall have clear identification to distinguish between them, such as different connection geometry
and/or marking the outlet connections.
⎯ It shall not be possible to obtain a flow from the liquid outlet before a leak tight connection has been made.
4.3.6 Excess flow device (flow limiter)
Valves with a passageway of cross-sectional area equivalent to or greater than a 3 mm diameter hole for
liquid, or an 8 mm diameter hole for vapour shall be protected by an excess flow device (see 4.4.3).
4.4 Optional components
4.4.1 Pressure relief valve
A pressure relief valve shall be designed to operate in the vapour phase. Pressure relief valves for LPG
cylinders shall fulfil the requirements of an International or national standard, for example EN 13953.
4.4.2 Eduction tube
The eduction tube shall be securely fitted to the valve to ensure that it does not dismantle during operation, for
example using adhesive, press fitting or any other mechanical means.
NOTE When a valve with an eduction tube is fitted to a cylinder, its presence and orientation should be clearly
identified.
4.4.3 Excess flow device (flow limiter)
Excess flow devices shall meet the requirements of an International or national standard, for example
EN 13175.
Excess flow devices shall be designed so that their function does not interfere with the operation of a pressure
relief valve, if fitted.
4.4.4 Non-return valve
Non-return valves shall be designed so that, when closed, the reverse flow past the seat shall not exceed
3
15 cm /h air at room temperature (typically between 15 °C and 30 °C).
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4.4.5 Sediment tube
The sediment tube inlet shall be in the vapour space when the cylinder is in its normal operating orientation at
its maximum fill and operating temperature.
4.4.6 Fixed liquid level gauge
Fixed level gauges that operate by means of temporarily venting a limited quantity of LPG whereupon the
change from vapour to liquid is detected, shall meet the following requirements:
⎯ The cross-section of the passage way through the gauge body shall at some point be limited to an area
equivalent to or less than a 1,5 mm diameter hole.
⎯ The orifice shall be controlled by a vent screw.
⎯ The vent screw shall remain captive, or be permanently attached to the gauge body.
⎯ The direction of venting shall be either horizontal or towards the ground.
⎯ The length of the dip tube shall be determined according to the requirements of the operating conditions.
4.4.7 Sealing cap
The valve may also be fitted with a sealing cap.
4.5 Leak tightness
The leak rate for external and internal tightness shall not exceed the value specified in 5.3.
5 Valve type test
5.1 General
The test regime shall consist of tests number 1 to 19 in accordance with Table 1.
The acceptance criteria shall be as detailed in 5.22.
Documentation/Reports shall be as detailed in Clause 6.
5.2 Test procedure and test requirements
Six sample valves shall be numbered and tested in accordance with the requirements of Table 1.
Each test shall be carried out
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