What is BS EN 1803 - Welded carbon steel gas cylinders about?
BS EN 1803 is a European standard that specifies the requirements for periodic inspection and testing of welded carbon steel transportable gas cylinders intended for compressed and liquefied gases under pressure, of water capacity from 0,5 l up to 150 l.
BS EN 1803 specifies the requirements for periodic inspection and testing to verify the integrity of such gas cylinders to be reintroduced into service for a further period of time. BS EN 1803 also defines a procedure to qualify existing gas cylinders for free movement between member states of the European Union. BS EN 1803 is primarily for industrial gases other than LPG but may also be applied for LPG. However, for dedicated LPG cylinders, see EN 1440, Transportable refillable welded steel cylinders for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) – Periodic requalification prepared by CEN/TC 286 – Liquefied petroleum gas equipment and accessories.
Note 1: As far as practicable, this standard may also be applied to cylinders of less than 0,5 l water capacity.
Note 2: BS EN 1803 does not apply to periodic inspection and testing of acetylene cylinders or composite (fully wrapped or hoop-wrapped) steel cylinders.
Who is BS EN 1803 - Welded carbon steel gas cylinders for?
BS EN 1803 on welded carbon steel gas cylinders is useful for:
- Visual inspection testing centres
- Gas cylinder manufacturers and welders
- Quality control personnel
- The chemical industry
- The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry
- The transportation equipment industry
Why should you use BS EN 1803 - Welded carbon steel gas cylinders?
The process of welding the cylinder is known as Submerged Arc (SAW). The weld junction strength in SAW is greater than the source material's strength. The strength is increased in order to prevent catastrophic leakage. BS EN 1803 provides its users with test methods and instruction for periodic inspection of cylinders, that at the completion of the test the cylinders may be reintroduced into service for a further period of time.
Experience in the inspection and testing of cylinders which is specified in BS EN 1803 is an important factor when determining whether a cylinder should be returned to service. Using BS EN 1803 guidelines helps with high quality, durability, and the safety and protection of its users which results in the long service life of the cylinders in use.
