BS EN 17339:2024 - Transportable Gas Cylinders for Hydrogen

Introducing the BS EN 17339:2024, the definitive standard for transportable gas cylinders, specifically designed for hoop wrapped and fully wrapped carbon composite cylinders and tubes for hydrogen. This comprehensive standard is essential for manufacturers, engineers, and safety professionals involved in the production and handling of hydrogen gas cylinders.

Overview

The BS EN 17339:2024 standard provides detailed guidelines and specifications for the design, construction, testing, and maintenance of transportable gas cylinders and tubes. These cylinders are crucial for the safe and efficient storage and transportation of hydrogen, a clean and sustainable energy source. With the growing emphasis on hydrogen as a key component in the transition to renewable energy, adherence to this standard ensures safety, reliability, and compliance with international regulations.

Key Features

• Standard Number: BS EN 17339:2024
• Pages: 52
• Release Date: November 20, 2024
• ISBN: 978 0 539 26371 8
• Status: Standard

Why Choose BS EN 17339:2024?

The BS EN 17339:2024 standard is meticulously crafted to address the unique challenges associated with hydrogen storage and transportation. Here are some reasons why this standard is indispensable:

• Safety First: Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas, and its safe storage and transportation are paramount. This standard outlines rigorous safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure the integrity of the cylinders.
• Advanced Materials: The use of hoop wrapped and fully wrapped carbon composite materials offers superior strength-to-weight ratios, enhancing the performance and durability of the cylinders.
• Compliance and Certification: Adhering to this standard ensures compliance with international safety and quality regulations, facilitating global trade and acceptance.
• Environmental Impact: By promoting the use of hydrogen, a clean energy source, this standard supports efforts to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.

Applications

The BS EN 17339:2024 standard is applicable across a wide range of industries and applications, including:

• Automotive Industry: Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are gaining popularity as a sustainable alternative to traditional combustion engines. This standard ensures the safe storage of hydrogen in vehicles.
• Energy Sector: Hydrogen is increasingly used in power generation and energy storage. This standard supports the infrastructure needed for hydrogen-based energy solutions.
• Industrial Applications: Hydrogen is used in various industrial processes, including refining, chemical production, and metallurgy. This standard ensures the safe handling of hydrogen in these settings.

Technical Specifications

The BS EN 17339:2024 standard provides detailed technical specifications for the design and construction of hydrogen gas cylinders. Key aspects include:

• Material Requirements: Specifications for the carbon composite materials used in the construction of the cylinders, ensuring high strength and durability.
• Design Criteria: Guidelines for the design of cylinders to withstand high pressures and environmental conditions.
• Testing Procedures: Comprehensive testing protocols to verify the performance and safety of the cylinders under various conditions.
• Maintenance and Inspection: Recommendations for the regular inspection and maintenance of cylinders to ensure ongoing safety and reliability.

Conclusion

The BS EN 17339:2024 standard is an essential resource for anyone involved in the hydrogen industry. By providing clear guidelines and specifications, it ensures the safe and efficient storage and transportation of hydrogen, supporting the growth of this vital energy source. Whether you are a manufacturer, engineer, or safety professional, this standard is your key to achieving excellence in hydrogen storage solutions.

Embrace the future of energy with confidence by adhering to the BS EN 17339:2024 standard, and contribute to a safer, cleaner, and more sustainable world.

BS EN 17339:2024

This standard BS EN 17339:2024 Transportable gas cylinders. Hoop wrapped and fully wrapped carbon composite cylinders and tubes for hydrogen is classified in these ICS categories:

• 23.020.35 Gas cylinders

This document specifies minimum requirements for the materials, design, construction, prototype testing and routine manufacturing inspections of composite gas cylinders and tubes for compressed hydrogen. NOTE 1 Unless specified in the text, for the purposes of this document, the word “cylinder” includes tubes. This document applies to - fully wrapped composite cylinders (Type 3 and Type 4) - hoop wrapped cylinders (Type 2) with carbon fibres intended to be permanently mounted in a frame (e.g. bundle or trailer) with a test pressure of not less than 300 bar, with: — non-metallic liners (for Type 4) or seamless metallic liners (for Type 2 and Type 3), — a maximum water capacity of 3 000 l — a maximum working pressure of 1 000 bar. — the product of working pressure times water capacity (p x V) not exceeding 1 000 000 bar.l. NOTE 2 A glass fibre protective layer is sometimes applied to the external surface of the cylinder