BS 6144:1990

This standard BS 6144:1990 Specification for expansion vessels using an internal diaphragm, for unvented hot water supply systems is classified in these ICS categories:

• 91.140.60 Water supply systems

This British Standard specifies the manufacture and testing of steel expansion vessels, having an internal diaphragm and which are intended for use in systems where the heated fluid is potable water.

This British Standard specifies expansion vessels suitable for any maximum working pressure of up to 10 bar.¹⁾

NOTE 1 In this standard, all pressures are gauge pressures unless otherwise stated.

NOTE 2 The titles of the publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside back cover.

Requirements for manufacture and testing of steel vessels for use in systems operating with any maximum working pressure up to 10 bar.