This Standard specifies the requirements for tests and inspections of gas cylinder valves at time of manufacture.
This Standard is applicable to valves to be fitted to industrial and medical gas cylinders, up to 150 l water capacity, intended to convey compressed, liquefied or dissolved gases.
This Standard is only applicable to valves operated by a hand wheel or a key.
This Standard is not applicable to valves for breathing equipment, fire extinguishers, cryogenic equipment and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).