What is BS EN 17127 about?
BS EN 17127 defines the minimum requirements to ensure the interoperability of hydrogen refuelling points, including refuelling protocols that dispense gaseous hydrogen to road vehicles (e.g., fuel cell electric Vehicles) that comply with legislation applicable to such vehicles.
Note1: The safety and performance requirements for the entire hydrogen fuelling station, addressed in accordance with existing relevant European and national legislation, are not included in BS EN 17127.
Note2: Guidance on considerations for hydrogen fuelling stations is provided.
Who is BS EN 17127 for?
BS EN 17127 on outdoor hydrogen refuelling points is useful for:
- Electric vehicles manufacturers
- Quality control laboratories
- Fuel pump or stations
Why should you use BS EN 17127?
According the legal requirements given in the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive (AFID) and BS EN 17127 specify only the required specifications for ensuring the interoperability of refuelling points to be provided. European standards and common requirements with respect to “interoperability” mean the capacity of an infrastructure to supply energy (in BS EN 17127 hydrogen) that is compatible with all vehicle technologies and allows seamless EU-wide mobility and a clear definition of fuel pressure and temperature levels and connector designs.
BS EN 17127 provides requirements to ensure the interoperability of hydrogen refuelling points, including refuelling protocols that dispense gaseous hydrogen to road vehicles.
BS EN 17127 provides a synthesis of information regarding the hydrogen fuelling infrastructure to power fuel cell vehicles. The compilation includes research on hydrogen infrastructure deployment, fuel pathways, and planning based on developments in the prominent fuel cell vehicle growth markets around the world.
What is changed since the last update?
BS EN 17127:2020 supersedes BS EN 17127:2018, which is withdrawn.BS EN 17127:2020 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN 17127:2018.These include:
- The general requirements of the characteristics and properties of hydrogen refuelling points have been completed to provide more information
- Clarification of the fuelling protocols
- Revision of the acceptable test for the minimum SAT to ensure interoperability
