BS en 334-2019

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EN 334:2019
BSI Standards Publication
Gas pressure regulators for inlet

pressure up to 10 MPa (100 bar)
BS EN 334:2019 BRITISH STANDARD
National foreword
This British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 334:2019. It
supersedes BS EN 334:2005+A1:2009, which is withdrawn.
The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to Technical
Committee GSE/32, Gas governors.
A list of organizations represented on this committee can be obtained on
request to its secretary.
BSI, as a member of CEN, is obliged to publish EN 334:2019 as a British
Standard. However, attention is drawn to the fact that during the
development of this European Standard, the UK committee voted against
its approval as a European Standard.
The UK committee does not support the proposal that 'fail close' gas
pressure regulators be classified as 'safety accessories' to the Pressure
Equipment Directive (PED). The UK committee does not support the
statements in Clause 5.5 and Clause 7.7.9.5 of the standard because they
do not consider all possible failure modes in order to fully satisfy the
Essential Safety Requirements for safety accessories in the PED.
Currently, pressure regulators (fail close and fail open) are used in
accordance with the UK national guidelines for pressure regulating
stations up to 100 bar, issued by the Institution of Gas Engineers and
Managers document IGEM/TD/13.
This publication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions
of a contract. Users are responsible for its correct application.
© The British Standards Institution 2019
Published by BSI Standards Limited 2019
ISBN 978 0 580 92588 7
ICS 23.060.40
Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from
legal obligations.
This British Standard was published under the authority of the
Standards Policy and Strategy Committee on 31 August 2019.
Amendments/corrigenda issued since publication

Date Text affected
BS EN 334:2019
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 334

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM August 2019
ICS 23.060.40 Supersedes EN 334:2005+A1:2009
English Version
Gas pressure regulators for inlet pressure up to 10 MPa

(100 bar)
Régulateurs de pression de gaz pour des pressions Gas-Druckregelgeräte für Eingangsdrücke bis 10 MPa
amont jusqu'à 10 MPa (100 bar) (100 bar)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 April 2019.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.
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Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
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© 2019 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 334:2019 E
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Contents Page
European foreword....................................................................................................................................................... 7
1 Scope .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
2 Normative references ................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Terms and definitions ................................................................................................................................ 13
3.1 General terms and definitions of types of gas pressure regulators ........................................... 13
3.2 Terms and definitions of components of gas pressure regulators............................................. 16
3.3 Terms, symbols and definitions related to functional performance......................................... 18
3.3.1 Terms, symbols and definitions related to pressure ...................................................................... 18
3.3.2 Terms, symbols and definitions related to flow ............................................................................... 19
3.3.3 Sound emission ............................................................................................................................................. 20
3.3.4 Variables in the controlling process ..................................................................................................... 21
3.3.5 Terms and definitions related to possible values of all variables .............................................. 21
3.3.6 Terms, symbols and definitions related to the controlled process ........................................... 21
3.3.7 Terms, symbols and definitions of functional performance ........................................................ 22
3.3.8 Feature related to accuracy ...................................................................................................................... 23
3.3.9 Terms, symbols and definitions related to lock-up behaviour ................................................... 25
3.4 Terms, symbols and definitions related to design and tests ........................................................ 26
3.5 Summary of symbols, terms, subclauses and units.......................................................................... 29
4 Construction requirements ...................................................................................................................... 31
4.1 Basic requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 31
4.1.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 31
4.1.2 Gas pressure regulators with associated safety devices................................................................ 31
4.1.3 End connections............................................................................................................................................ 33
4.1.4 Flange ratings ................................................................................................................................................ 34
4.1.5 Nominal sizes and face-to-face dimensions ........................................................................................ 34
4.1.6 Sealing of the adjusting device ................................................................................................................ 37
4.1.7 Springs ............................................................................................................................................................. 37
4.1.8 Parts transmitting actuating forces ....................................................................................................... 37
4.1.9 Replaceable parts that may be affected by erosion or abrasion ................................................. 37
4.2 Materials.......................................................................................................................................................... 38
4.2.1 Requirements for metallic materials .................................................................................................... 38
4.2.2 Requirements for elastomeric materials (vulcanized rubber materials) ............................... 43
4.2.3 Requirements for non-metallic materials different from those in 4.2.2 ................................. 44
4.3 Strength of housings and other parts.................................................................................................... 44
4.3.1 Body .................................................................................................................................................................. 44
4.3.2 Flanges ............................................................................................................................................................. 44
4.3.3 Other pressure bearing parts .................................................................................................................. 44
4.3.4 Integral strength pressure regulators .................................................................................................. 46
4.3.5 Differential strength pressure regulators........................................................................................... 46
4.3.6 Inner metallic partition walls .................................................................................................................. 46
4.3.7 Minimum values of safety factor for pressure bearing parts ....................................................... 46
4.3.8 Welded joint coefficient ............................................................................................................................. 46
4.3.9 Design requirements for strength of elastomeric parts ................................................................ 47
5 Functional and characteristic requirements ..................................................................................... 47
5.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 47
5.1.1 Mounting position ........................................................................................................................................ 47
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5.2 Shell strength, external tightness and internal sealing .................................................................. 47

5.2.1 Shell strength ................................................................................................................................................. 47
5.2.2 External tightness......................................................................................................................................... 48
5.2.3 Internal sealing ............................................................................................................................................. 48
5.3 Control classifications ................................................................................................................................. 48
5.3.1 Accuracy under stable conditions .......................................................................................................... 48
5.3.2 Lock-up behaviour ....................................................................................................................................... 48
5.3.3 Stable conditions........................................................................................................................................... 49
5.4 Final visual inspection ................................................................................................................................ 49
5.4.1 Requirements for final visual inspection after type tests .............................................................. 49
5.4.2 Requirements for final visual inspection after routine tests and production
surveillance .................................................................................................................................................... 49
5.5 Fail close conditions .................................................................................................................................... 50
5.6 Fail open conditions .................................................................................................................................... 50
5.7 Closing force for monitor at full open position .................................................................................. 50
5.8 Antistatic characteristics ........................................................................................................................... 51
6 Gas pressure regulator sizing .................................................................................................................. 51
6.1 Flow behaviour .............................................................................................................................................. 51
6.2 Sizing equations for the calculation of volumetric flow rates of a gas pressure
regulator with its control member in its mechanically fully open position ............................ 52
6.2.1 Normal calculations ..................................................................................................................................... 52
6.2.2 Practical calculations .................................................................................................................................. 52
6.2.3 Simplified calculations ............................................................................................................................... 52
6.3 Calculation of the maximum accuracy flow rate ............................................................................... 53
6.4 Inherent flow characteristics ................................................................................................................... 53
6.5 Calculation of volumetric flow rates for partially open gas pressure regulators ................. 53
6.6 Flow coefficient ............................................................................................................................................. 53
7 Testing .............................................................................................................................................................. 54
7.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 54
7.2 Tests .................................................................................................................................................................. 54
7.3 Type test........................................................................................................................................................... 55
7.4 Selection of test samples ............................................................................................................................ 55
7.5 Routine tests ................................................................................................................................................... 56
7.6 Production surveillance ............................................................................................................................. 56
7.7 Test and verification methods ................................................................................................................. 56
7.7.1 Dimensional check and visual inspection............................................................................................ 56
7.7.2 Materials check.............................................................................................................................................. 56
7.7.3 Verification of the strength of pressure bearing parts, inner metallic partition walls
and other parts .............................................................................................................................................. 56
7.7.4 Shell and inner metallic partition walls strength test ..................................................................... 58
7.7.5 Alternative shell and inner metallic partition walls strength test ............................................. 59
7.7.6 Verification of closing force for monitor in fully open position under normal
operating conditions ................................................................................................................................... 59
7.7.7 External tightness test ................................................................................................................................ 59
7.7.8 Test method and acceptance criteria to verify the antistatic characteristics ........................ 61
7.7.9 Functional tests ............................................................................................................................................. 61
7.7.10 Final visual inspections .............................................................................................................................. 74
8 Field surveillance ......................................................................................................................................... 74
9 Documentation .............................................................................................................................................. 74
9.1 Documentation related to type test ....................................................................................................... 74
9.1.1 Documentation required prior to type test......................................................................................... 74
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9.1.2 Test report ...................................................................................................................................................... 75

9.2 Documentation related to the routine tests ....................................................................................... 75
9.3 Documentation related to production surveillance in accordance with 7.6 .......................... 75
9.3.1 Documentation for production surveillance...................................................................................... 75
9.3.2 Production surveillance report .............................................................................................................. 75
9.4 Operating instructions ............................................................................................................................... 75
10 Marking ............................................................................................................................................................ 76
10.1 General requirements ................................................................................................................................ 76
10.2 Basic requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 76
10.3 Other additional requirements ............................................................................................................... 77
10.4 Marking of integrated safety devices .................................................................................................... 77
10.5 Markings for the various connections .................................................................................................. 77
11 Packaging of finished product ................................................................................................................. 78
Annex A (informative) Alternative methods for the determination of the accuracy class, the
lock-up pressure class, the maximum accuracy flow rate, the flow coefficients and
the verification of the hysteresis band ................................................................................................. 79
A.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 79
A.2 Test methods ................................................................................................................................................. 79
A.2.1 Direct acting gas pressure regulator..................................................................................................... 79
A.2.2 Pilot controlled gas pressure regulators ............................................................................................. 80
A.3 Determination of flow coefficients for larger capacity regulators ............................................. 81
Annex B (informative) Inspection certificate.................................................................................................. 87
Annex C (informative) Acceptance test ............................................................................................................. 89
Annex D (informative) Compliance evaluation ) ............................................................................................ 90
D.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 90
D.2 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................... 90
D.3 Procedure........................................................................................................................................................ 90
D.4 Manufacturer’s compliance evaluation................................................................................................ 90
D.5 Issue of the certificate of compliance ................................................................................................... 91
Annex E (normative) Creep (venting) relief device ...................................................................................... 92
E.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 92
E.2 Terms and definitions ................................................................................................................................ 92
E.3 Requirements ................................................................................................................................................ 92
E.3.1 Construction................................................................................................................................................... 92
E.3.2 Functional requirements........................................................................................................................... 92
E.4 Testing.............................................................................................................................................................. 92
E.5 Type test .......................................................................................................................................................... 93
E.6 Routine tests .................................................................................................................................................. 93
E.7 Documentation.............................................................................................................................................. 93
E.8 Marking ............................................................................................................................................................ 93
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Annex F (informative) Order specification....................................................................................................... 94

F.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 94
F.2 Minimum specifications ............................................................................................................................. 94
F.2.1 Details of construction ................................................................................................................................ 94
F.2.2 Dimensions ..................................................................................................................................................... 94
F.2.3 Performance ................................................................................................................................................... 94
F.3 Optional specifications ............................................................................................................................... 95
Annex G (informative) Materials.......................................................................................................................... 97
G.1 Steel materials for pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls ..................... 97
G.2 Metallic materials different from steel materials for pressure bearing parts and
inner metallic partition walls................................................................................................................ 114
G.3 Materials for auxiliary devices, integral process and sensing lines, threaded sealing
plug, connectors and fasteners ............................................................................................................. 119
G.4 Update to year 2017 on Metallic Material Standards used in the previous editions of
this standard ............................................................................................................................................... 124
Annex H (informative) Dynamic force calculation method ..................................................................... 126
H.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................... 126
H.2 Test method for the determination of the dynamic factor Cr .................................................... 126
H.2.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................... 126
H.2.2 Test method for the determination of the dynamic factor Cr for a series of monitor ...... 127
Annex I (normative) Vent limiter...................................................................................................................... 129
I.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................... 129
I.2 Scope .............................................................................................................................................................. 129
I.3 Terms, symbols and definitions ........................................................................................................... 129
I.4 Requirements.............................................................................................................................................. 130
I.4.1 General requirements .............................................................................................................................. 130
I.4.2 Materials ....................................................................................................................................................... 130
I.4.3 Strength ......................................................................................................................................................... 130
I.4.4 Functional requirements ........................................................................................................................ 130
I.5 Testing and acceptance criteria ........................................................................................................... 131
I.5.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................... 131
I.5.2 Type test method ....................................................................................................................................... 131
I.6 Documentation ........................................................................................................................................... 132
I.7 Specific marking on vent limiter .......................................................................................................... 132
Annex J (normative) Elastomeric material .................................................................................................... 133
Annex K (informative) Sound emission .......................................................................................................... 135
K.1 Sound emission requirements .............................................................................................................. 135
K.2 Methods for measuring the sound pressure level ......................................................................... 136
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Annex L (informative) Environmental Provisions ...................................................................................... 137

Annex M (informative) Glossary ........................................................................................................................ 141
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Directive 2014/68/EU aimed to be covered ................................................... 145
Bibliography ............................................................................................................................................................... 147
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European foreword
This document (EN 334:2019) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 235 “Gas pressure
regulators and associated safety devices for use in gas transmission and distribution”, the secretariat of
which is held by UNI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by February 2020, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by February 2020.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 334:2005+A1:2009.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document.
In comparison with the previous edition, the following technical modifications have been made:
— normative references have been updated;
— terms and definitions have been added;
— flange ratings as per the available European Standards both with PN and class designations have
been included: PN 20 and PN 50 flanges, as per ISO 7005-2, concern spheroidal graphite cast iron
only, because at the time of writing, there was no EN standard available for class designation;
— minimum requirements for elastomeric materials following the approach already have been
adopted for metallic materials;
— “fail open” and “fail close” characteristics have been improved as per the CEN rules i.e.
implementing for each characteristics, where originally missed, the relevant requirement/test
method/ acceptance criteria;
— provisions for surveillance in use have been included, as already done for SSDs in EN 14382;
— closing force for stand-by monitor when classified as safety accessory to PED as already done for
SSD when classified as safety accessory to PED;
— antistatic characteristics;
— statistical strength test on the basis of PED provisions;
— definition of Cg flow coefficient and an improvement of KG flow coefficient by adding the

definition/test method/notice of its limits;
— improvement of the functional performance classification;
— Annex G – Materials has been updated;
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— requirements/test procedure and acceptance criteria for non-metallic materials have been
updated;
— vent limiter as possible fixture to be assembled in the pressure regulators;
— integration of environmental requirements;
— alignment of Normative references (Clause 2), Annex G, Annex ZA and its relevant clauses to CEN
rules;
— the standard has been editorially revised.

This document can be used as a guideline for gas pressure regulators outside the ranges specified in this
standard. This edition has introduced the application of statistical strength testing for series produced
pressure and safety accessories on the basis of EU Directive 2014/68/EU, Annex I, Article 3.2.2 and
Guideline H-14. Gas pressure regulators dealt with in this document are considered as standard
pressure equipment in accordance with Clause 2 a) of Art. 1 of Pressure Equipment Directive
2014/68/EU (PED).
Gas pressure regulators according to this European Standard do not have their own source of ignition.
However, the manufacturer is responsible to identify any potential ignition sources of his product
which could be effective during the intended use 1).
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the
United Kingdom.
1) Therefore gas pressure regulators are usually not within the scope of ATEX European legislation on equipment
and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. Any additional component (e.g.
proximity switch, travel transducer etc.) should be independently considered in the framework of assemblies as
per ATEX 2014/34/EU Guidelines – 2nd Edition - December2017 clauses § 44 “Combined equipment
(assemblies)”, § 46 “Components” and § 94 “Written attestation of conformity for components”.
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1 Scope
This document specifies constructional, functional, testing, marking, sizing and documentation
requirements of gas pressure regulators:
— for inlet pressures up to 100 bar and nominal diameters up to DN 400;
— for an operating temperature range from – 20 °C to +60 °C,
which operate with fuel gases of the 1st and 2nd family as defined in EN 437:2018 [1], used in the
pressure control stations in accordance with EN 12186 or EN 12279, in transmission and distribution
networks and also in commercial and industrial installations.
“Gas pressure regulators” hereafter will be called “regulators” except in the titles.
For standard regulators when used in pressure control stations complying with EN 12186 or EN 12279,
the Annex ZA lists all applicable essential safety requirements of the European legislation on pressure
equipment except external and internal corrosion resistance for applications in corrosive environment.
This document considers the following temperature classes/types of regulators:
— temperature class 1: operating temperature range from −10 °C to 60 °C;
— temperature class 2: operating temperature range from −20 °C to 60 °C;
— type IS: (integral strength type);
— type DS: (differential strength type).
This document applies to regulators which use the pipeline gas as a source of control energy unassisted
by any external power source.
The regulator may incorporate a second regulator, used as monitor, complying with the requirements
in this document.
The regulator may incorporate a safety shut off device (SSD) complying with the requirements of
EN 14382.
The regulator may incorporate a creep (venting) relief device, complying with the requirements in
Annex E and/or a vent limiter, complying with the requirements in Annex I.
This document does not apply to:
— regulators upstream from/on/in domestic gas-consuming appliances which are installed
downstream of domestic gas meters;
— regulators designed to be incorporated into pressure control systems used in service lines 2) with
volumetric flow rate ≤ 200 m3/h at normal conditions and inlet pressure ≤ 5 bar;
— regulators for which a specific document exists (e.g. EN 88-1 and EN 88-2, etc.);
— industrial process control valves in accordance with EN 1349.
2) The services lines are those defined in EN 12279.
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The informative Annex G of this document lists some suitable materials for pressure bearing parts,
inner metallic partition walls, auxiliary devices, integral process and sensing lines, connectors and
fasteners. Other materials may be used when complying with the restrictions given in Table 5.
Continued integrity of gas pressure regulators is ensured by suitable surveillance checks and
maintenance. For periodic functional checks and maintenance it is common to refer to national
regulations/standards where existing or users/manufacturers practices.
This document has introduced the reaction of the pressure regulators to the specified reasonable
expected failures in terms of “fail close” and “fail open” pressure regulator types, but it should be
considered that there are other types of failures whose consequences can bring to the same reactions
(these risks are covered via redundancy as per EN 12186) and that residual hazards will be reduced by
a suitable surveillance in use / maintenance.
In this document, both pressure regulators that can be classified as “safety accessories” by themselves
(monitors) according to European legislation on pressure equipment as well as regulators that can be
used to provide the necessary pressure protection through redundancy (e.g. pressure regulator with
integrated safety shut-off device, pressure regulator + in-line monitor, pressure regulator + safety shut
off device) are considered.
The provisions in this document are in line with the state of art at the moment of writing.
This document does not intend to limit the improvement of actual provisions (materials, requirements,
test methods, acceptance criteria, etc.) or the developing of new provisions for gas pressure regulators
where they are suitable to ensure an equivalent level of reliability.
Some clauses of this standard should be re-considered at the time when characteristics for non-
conventional gases will be available.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 549:1994, Rubber materials for seals and diaphragms for gas appliances and gas equipment
EN 1092-1:2018, Flanges and their joints - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, PN
designated - Part 1: Steel flanges
designated - Part 2: Cast iron flanges
designated - Part 3: Copper alloy flanges
designated - Part 4: Aluminium alloy flanges
EN 1349:2009, Industrial process control valves
EN 1759-1:2004, Flanges and their joint - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, Class
designated - Part 1: Steel flanges, NPS 1/2 to 24
EN 1759-3:2003, Flanges and their joints - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, Class
designated - Part 3: Copper alloy flanges
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EN 1759-4:2003, Flanges and their joint - Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, class
designated - Part 4: Aluminium alloy flanges
EN 10204:2004, Metallic products - Types of inspection documents
EN 10226-1:2004, Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads - Part 1: Taper
external threads and parallel internal threads - Dimensions, tolerances and designation
EN 10226-2:2005, Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads - Part 2: Taper
external threads and taper internal threads - Dimensions, tolerances and designation
EN 12186:2014, Gas infrastructure - Gas pressure regulating stations for transmission and distribution -
Functional requirements
EN 12279:2000/A1:2005, Gas supply systems - Gas pressure regulating installations on service lines -
Functional requirements
EN 12516-1:2014+A1:2018, Industrial valves - Shell design strength - Part 1: Tabulation method for steel
valve shells
EN 12516-2:2014, Industrial valves - Shell design strength - Part 2: Calculation method for steel valve
shells
EN 12516-4:2014+A1:2018, Industrial valves - Shell design strength - Part 4: Calculation method for valve
shells manufactured in metallic materials other than steel
EN 13445-4:2014/A1:2016, Unfired pressure vessels - Part 4: Fabrication
EN 13906-1:2013, Cylindrical helical springs made from round wire and bar - Calculation and design -
Part 1 : Compression springs
Part 2: Extension springs
Part 3: Torsion springs
EN 14382:2019, Safety devices for gas pressure regulating stations and installations – Gas safety shut-off
devices for inlet pressures up to 10 MPa (100 bar)
EN 60534-2-1:2011, Industrial-process control valves - Part 2-1: Flow capacity - Sizing equations for fluid
flow under installed conditions
EN 60534-2-3:2016, Industrial-process control valves - Part 2-3: Flow capacity - Test procedures
(IEC 60534-2-3:2016)
EN 60534-3-1:2000, Industrial-process control valves - Part 3-1: Dimensions - Face-to-face dimensions for
flanged, two-way, globe-type, straight pattern and centre-to-face dimensions for flanged, two-way, globe-
type, angle pattern control valves
EN ISO 148-1:2016, Metallic materials - Charpy pendulum impact test - Part 1: Test method (ISO 148-
1:2016)
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EN ISO 175:2010, Plastics - Methods of test for the determination of the effects of immersion in liquid
chemicals (ISO 175:2010)
EN ISO 9606-1:2017, Qualification testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 1: Steels (ISO 9606-1:2012
including Cor 1:2012 and Cor 2:2013)
EN ISO 9606-2:2004, Qualification test of welders - Fusion welding - Part 2: Aluminium and aluminium
alloys (ISO 9606-2:2004)
EN ISO 9606-3:1999, Approval testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 3: Copper and copper alloys (ISO
9606-3:1999)
EN ISO 9606-4:1999, Approval testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 4: Nickel and nickel alloys (ISO
9606-4:1999)
EN ISO 9712:2012, Non-destructive testing - Qualification and certification of NDT personnel (ISO
9712:2012)
EN ISO 12156-1:2018, Diesel fuel - Assessment of lubricity using the high-frequency reciprocating rig
(HFRR) - Part 1: Test method (ISO 12156-1:2018)
EN ISO 14732:2013, Welding personnel - Qualification testing of welding operators and weld setters for
mechanized and automatic welding of metallic materials (ISO 14732:2013)
EN ISO 15607:2003, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials - General
rules (ISO 15607:2003)
EN ISO 15609-1:2004, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials -
Welding procedure specification - Part 1: Arc welding (ISO 15609-1:2004)
EN ISO 15610:2003, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials -
Qualification based on tested welding consumables (ISO 15610:2003)
Qualification based on previous welding experience (ISO 15611:2003)
Qualification by adoption of a standard welding procedure (ISO 15612:2018)
Qualification based on pre-production welding test (ISO 15613:2004)
EN ISO 15614-1:2017, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials -
Welding procedure test - Part 1: Arc and gas welding of steels and arc welding of nickel and nickel alloys
(ISO 15614-1:2017, Corrected version 2017-10-01)
EN ISO 15614-2:2005/AC:2009, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic

materials - Welding procedure test - Part 2: Arc welding of aluminium and its alloys (ISO 15614-
2:2005/Cor 2:2009)
EN ISO 17637:2016, Non-destructive testing of welds - Visual testing of fusion-welded joints (ISO
17637:2016)
ISO 1817:2015, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of the effect of liquids
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ISO 3419:1981, Non-alloy and alloy steel butt-welding fittings
ISO 7005-2:1988, Metallic flanges — Part 2: Cast iron flanges
MSS SP 55:2011, Quality standard for steel castings for valves, flanges and fittings and other piping
components (Visual method)
Recommended Practice N. SNT-TC-1A:2016, Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive

Testing
3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp
3.1 General terms and definitions of types of gas pressure regulators
3.1.1
gas pressure regulator
device whose function is to maintain the value of the controlled variable (see 3.3.4.1) within its
tolerance field irrespective of disturbance variables
3.1.2
direct acting gas pressure regulator
regulator in which the net force required to move the control member is supplied directly by the
controlled variable
Note 1 to entry: See Figure 1, for example.
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a) Direct acting regulators – Type Integral b) Direct acting regulators – Type Differential
Strength Strength
Key
1+2 = controller
1 setting element 6 sensing line
2 pressure detecting element 7 regulator body
3 breather/exhaust line 8 valve seats
4 actuator 9 seat ring
5 casing of actuator 10 control member
Figure 1 — Examples of a direct acting regulator
3.1.3
indirect acting pilot controlled gas pressure regulator
regulator in which the net force required to move the control member is supplied by a pilot
Note 1 to entry: See Figures 2 and 3, for example.
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1 auxiliary device 6 regulator body
2 pilot 7 valve seats
3 actuator 8 seat ring
4 casing of actuator 9 control member
5 sensing/process line 10 motorization chamber
Figure 2 — Example of a pilot controlled regulator
Key
1 auxiliary device 6 sensing / process lines
2 pilot 7 regulator body
3 throttle 8 valve seat
4 control member 9 motorization chamber
5 casing of control member
Figure 3 — Example of a pilot controlled regulator with a diaphragm as control member
3.1.4
monitor
second regulator installed in series with an active regulator, normally upstream, which has the task of
maintaining the controlled variable within allowable limits in the event of its value exceeds pre-
established values
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3.1.5
fail close regulator
regulator whose control member automatically tends to close or close when failures occur
Note 1 to entry: The definition in this clause is based on typical control failure modes.
3.1.6
fail open regulator
regulator whose control member automatically tends to open or open when failures occur
Note 1 to entry: The definition in this clause is based on typical control failure modes.
3.1.7
regulator size
nominal size DN of the inlet connection in accordance with EN ISO 6708 [4]
3.1.8
series of regulators
regulators with the same design concept but differing only in size
3.2 Terms and definitions of components of gas pressure regulators
3.2.1
main component
control member, regulator body, actuator, casing of actuator, controller, pilot (only in pilot controlled
regulators)
Note 1 to entry: The regulator includes additional devices such as a shut-off device, a monitor, a relief device
and other auxiliary devices. The Figures 1 and 2 serve as examples.
3.2.1.1
control member
movable part of the regulator which is positioned in the flow path to restrict the flow through the
regulator
EXAMPLE Plug, ball, disk, vane, gate, flexible element, etc.
3.2.1.2
body
main pressure bearing envelope which provides the gas flow passageway and the pipe end connections
3.2.1.3
valve seat
corresponding sealing surfaces within a regulator which make full contact only when the control
member is in the closed position
3.2.1.4
seat ring
part assembled in a component of the regulator to provide a replaceable seat
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3.2.1.5
actuator
device or mechanism which changes the signal from the controller into a corresponding movement
controlling the position of the control member
Note 1 to entry: When the actuator consists of more than one chamber then the chamber where the pressure is
highest is termed the “motorization chamber”.
3.2.1.6
casing of actuator
part of the housing of the actuator
3.2.1.7
controller
device which normally includes:
— a setting element, normally a spring, to obtain the set value of the controlled variable;
— a pressure detecting element, normally a diaphragm, for the controlled variable
3.2.1.8
pilot
device which includes:
— a setting element to obtain the set value of the controlled variable;
— a pressure detecting element, normally a diaphragm, for the controlled variable;
— a unit which compares the set value of the controlled variable with its feedback value;
— a system which provides the motorization energy for the actuator
3.2.1.9
diaphragm
flexible part used to separate one chamber subjected to pressure into two or more volumes with
different pressure (e.g. balancing diaphragm)
3.2.1.10
main diaphragm
diaphragm, whose function is:
— to detect the feedback of the controlled variable and/or;
— to provide the thrust to move the control member
Note 1 to entry: Diaphragms used as control members (see also 3.2.1.1) are not part of this group.
3.2.2
pressure bearing part
part whose failure to function would result in a sudden release of the retained fuel gas to the
atmosphere
Note 1 to entry: These include bodies, control member, bonnets, the casing of the actuator, blind flanges and
pipes for process and sensing lines but exclude compression fittings, diaphragms, bolts (unless their failure would
result in a sudden discharge of pressure energy) and other fasteners.
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3.2.3
inner metallic partition wall
metallic wall that separates a chamber into two individual pressure-containing chambers at different
pressures under normal operating conditions
3.2.4
process and sensing line
line which connect impulse points to the regulator
Note 1 to entry: Sensing and process lines may be integrated into the regulator or external to the regulator.
Those lines with no internal flow are termed “sensing lines”; those with internal flow are termed “process lines”.
Sometimes “process lines” are called “discharge lines”.
3.2.5
breather line
line connecting the atmosphere side of the pressure detecting element to atmosphere
Note 1 to entry: In the event of a fault in the pressure detecting element this line may become an exhaust line.
3.2.6
exhaust line
line connecting the regulator or its auxiliary devices to atmosphere for the safe exhausting of gas in the
event of failure of any part
3.2.7
auxiliary device
device of any type functionally connected to the main components of the regulator (see 3.2.1)
EXAMPLE Throttle devices, creep devices, etc.
3.3 Terms, symbols and definitions related to functional performance

3.3.1 Terms, symbols and definitions related to pressure
3.3.1.1
pressure
all pressures specified in this document are static gauge pressures unless otherwise stated
Note 1 to entry: Pressure is expressed in bar 3), unless otherwise stated.
3.3.1.2
inlet pressure
pu
gas pressure at the inlet of the regulator
3.3.1.3
outlet pressure
pd
gas pressure at the outlet of the regulator
3) 1 bar = 1 000 mbar = 105 N/m2 = 105 Pa = 10-1 MPa.
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3.3.1.4
differential pressure
Δp
difference between two values of pressure at two different points
3.3.1.5
motorization pressure
pm
gas pressure in the motorization chamber
3.3.1.6
pilot feeding pressure
pup
gas pressure at the inlet of the pilot
3.3.1.7
atmospheric pressure
pb
local static atmospheric pressure in bar (absolute pressure)
3.3.2 Terms, symbols and definitions related to flow
3.3.2.1
normal conditions
absolute pressure pn of 1,01325 bar and temperature Tn of 273,15 K (0 °C)
3.3.2.2
gas volume
volume of gas at normal conditions
Note 1 to entry: Gas volume is expressed in m3.
3.3.2.3
volumetric flow rate
Qn
volume of fluid at operating conditions which flows through the regulator per unit of time, recalculated
at normal conditions
Note 1 to entry: Volumetric flow rate is expressed in m3/h at normal conditions.
3.3.2.4
reference inlet temperature
tur
temperature at the inlet of regulator in the assessment of functional performance of regulators; this
document considers as reference temperature 15 °C
Note 1 to entry: The use of reference inlet temperature is necessary to obtain homogeneous set of test results
when comparing the functional performances of different type of regulators.
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3.3.2.5
flow coefficient
[Cg ]
non-SI regulator coefficient which is in widespread use in gas sector, numerically represented as the
number of normal cubic feet per hour of air flowing through a regulator in critical conditions with inlet
absolute pressure 1 psi and with a reference inlet temperature tur = 15 °C 4)
Note 1 to entry: Numerically, Cg is represented as the number of normal cubic feet per hour of air flowing
through a regulator in critical conditions with inlet absolute pressure 1 psia and with a reference inlet
temperature tur = 15 °C 4.
Note 2 to entry: The above numerical value in SI units is equal to the number of m3/h of air flowing through a
regulator in critical conditions with inlet absolute pressure 2,43 bar and inlet temperature of 15 °C.
Note 3 to entry: EN 60534-2-1:2011, Clause 7 “Sizing equations for compressible fluids” and Annex B deals with
this flow coefficient.
3.3.2.6
flow coefficient
[KG]
characteristic value for the flow capacity of a regulator.
Note 1 to entry: The flow coefficient is equal to the volumetric flow rate at normal conditions through the
regulator under the following reference conditions:
— reference natural gas at normal conditions with the relative density dr = 0,64 (density
ρr = 0,827 5 kg/m3)
— fully opened control member (mechanical stop);
— reference inlet temperature of tur = 15 °C;
— reference absolute gas inlet pressure pur = 2 bar;
— reference absolute gas outlet pressure pdr = 1 bar.
Note 2 to entry: The KG value is specified in (m3/h)/bar.
3.3.3 Sound emission
3.3.3.1
sound pressure level
LpA
sound pressure frequency weightings A in accordance with EN 61672-1 [8]
4) The definition of this flow coefficient is based on EN 60534-1
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3.3.4 Variables in the controlling process
3.3.4.1
controlled variable
variable which is monitored by the controlling process
Note 1 to entry: In this document, only the outlet pressure “pd” is considered as the controlled variable.
3.3.4.2
disturbance variable
variables acting from outside on the controlling process
Note 1 to entry: In the case of regulators with the outlet pressure as the controlled variable, the disturbance
variables are essentially:
— changes in the inlet pressure;
— changes in the volumetric flow rate
3.3.5 Terms and definitions related to possible values of all variables
3.3.5.1
actual value
instantaneous value of any variable at any instant. It is specified by the index “i” added to the symbol of
the variable
3.3.5.2
maximum value
highest value, which is specified by the subscript “max” added to the symbol of the variable:
— to which any variable can be adjusted or to which it is limited;
— any variable may reach during a series of measurements or during a certain time period
3.3.5.3
minimum value
lowest value, which is specified by the index “min” added to the symbol of the variable:
— to which any variable can be adjusted or to which it is limited;
— any variable may reach during a series of measurements or during a certain time period
3.3.6 Terms, symbols and definitions related to the controlled process
3.3.6.1
set point
pds
nominal value of the controlled variable under specified conditions
Note 1 to entry: The set point is not directly measurable but determined as shown in Figure 6.
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3.3.6.2
set range
Wd
whole range of set points which can be obtained from a regulator by adjustment and/or the
replacement of some components (i.e. replacement of the valve seat or setting element, e.g. spring)
3.3.6.3
specific set range
Wds
whole range of set points which can be obtained from a regulator by adjustment and with no
replacement of its components
3.3.6.4
regulation change
difference between the actual value of the controlled variable and the set point expressed as a
percentage of the set point
3.3.7 Terms, symbols and definitions of functional performance
3.3.7.1
stable conditions
conditions where the controlled variable settles to a stable value after a disturbance has occurred
3.3.7.2
performance curve
graphic representation of the controlled variable as a function of the volumetric flow rate
Note 1 to entry: This curve is determined by increasing and then decreasing the volumetric flow rate with
constant inlet pressure and set point (see Figure 4).
3.3.7.3
hysteresis band
difference between the two values of outlet pressure for a given volumetric flow rate
Note 1 to entry: See Figure 4.
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⊗ start setting 1 max hysteresis band
× measured values 2 hysteresis band
Figure 4 — Performance curve (pds constant, pu constant)
3.3.7.4
family of performance curves
set of the performance curves for each value of inlet pressure determined for a given set point
Figure 5 — Family of performance curves (pds constant)
3.3.8 Feature related to accuracy
3.3.8.1
accuracy
maximum absolute value of regulation change under specified operating range
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3.3.8.2
accuracy class
AC
maximum permissible value of the accuracy under specified operating range
3.3.8.3
inlet pressure range
bpu
range of the inlet pressure for which the regulator ensures a given accuracy class
Note 1 to entry: The inlet pressure range is characterized by its limit values pumax and pumin.
3.3.8.4
maximum accuracy flow rate
lowest value of the maximum volumetric flow rate up to which, for a given set point and within the
ambient temperature range specified, a given accuracy class is ensured:
— at the lowest inlet pressure Qn,max,pumin;

— at the highest inlet pressure Qn,max,pumax;
— at an intermediate inlet pressure between pumax and pumin Qn,max,pu
Figure 6 — Family of performance curves indicating maximum accuracy flow rates and
minimum flow rates (pds constant, stable conditions)
3.3.8.5
minimum inlet pressure
pumin
lowest inlet pressure at which the regulator can continuously operate within specified conditions
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3.3.9 Terms, symbols and definitions related to lock-up behaviour
3.3.9.1
lock-up time
tf
time taken for the control member to move from an open position to the closed position
3.3.9.2
lock-up pressure
pf
pressure that occurs at the measuring point of the controlled variable when the control member is in
the closed position
Note 1 to entry: The lock-up pressure corresponds to the outlet pressure at the volumetric flow rate Q = 0 in the
performance curve (see Figure 4). It results when the time taken for a change in volumetric flow rate from Q to
zero is greater than the lock- up time of the regulator.
3.3.9.3
lock-up pressure class
SG
maximum permissible positive difference between the actual lock-up pressure and the set point
expressed as a percentage of the set point, e.g
p f - pds
SG = •100
pds
(1)
Note 1 to entry: (
For better understanding of p f − pds)max
see Figure 6.
3.3.9.4
minimum flow rate
largest value of the minimum volumetric flow rate, for a given set point and within the ambient
temperature range specified, at which stable conditions as per 5.3.3 are obtained:
— at the lowest inlet pressure Qn,min,pumin;

— at the highest inlet pressure Qn,min,pumax;
— at an intermediate inlet pressure between pumax and pumin Qn,min,pu
3.3.9.5
lock-up pressure zone
zone between the volumetric flow rate Qn = 0 and the minimum flow rate Qn,min,pu for each
corresponding inlet pressure and set point
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3.3.9.6
class of lock-up pressure zone
SZ
maximum permissible lock-up pressure zone for specified:
— inlet pressure pu ;
— set point pds,
which is expressed as the percentage of Qn,min,pu to Qn,max,pu, i.e
Q n,min,pu
SZ = •100
Q n,max,pu
(2)
Key
1 Lock-up pressure zone SZ
Figure 7 — Performance curve indicating lock-up pressure zone (stable condition)
3.4 Terms, symbols and definitions related to design and tests
3.4.1
component operating pressure
p
gas pressure occurring in any part of a regulator during operation
3.4.2
maximum component operating pressure
pmax
highest operating pressure at which a component of a regulator will continuously operate within
specified conditions
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3.4.3
maximum allowable pressure
PS
maximum pressure for which the body, its inner metallic partition walls and some other pressure
bearing parts are designed in accordance with the strength requirements in this document
3.4.4
maximum/minimum allowable temperature
TS
maximum/minimum temperatures for which the body, its inner metallic partition walls and some other
pressure bearing parts are designed in accordance with the strength requirements in this document
3.4.5
specific maximum allowable pressure
PSD
pressure for which some pressure bearing parts of differential strength regulators are designed where
PSD < PS
3.4.6
test pressure
pressure applied to a section of the regulator for a limited period of time in order to prove certain
characteristics
3.4.7
limit pressure
pl
pressure at which permanent yielding becomes apparent in any main component of the regulator or its
auxiliary devices
3.4.8
safety factor
ratio of the limit pressure pl to the maximum allowable pressure PS or to the specific maximum
allowable pressure PSD applied to:
— the regulator body: Sb (only PS);
— the other pressure bearing parts of the regulator: S (PS or PSD)
3.4.9
maximum inlet pressure
pumax
highest inlet pressure at which the regulator can continuously operate within specified conditions
3.4.10
maximum outlet pressure
pdmax
highest outlet pressure at which the regulator can continuously operate within specified conditions
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3.4.11
minimum operating differential pressure
Δpmin
minimum operating differential pressure between the inlet and outlet pressures below which the
regulator will no longer function correctly within specified conditions
3.4.12
nominal pressure
PN
alphanumeric designation used for reference purposes related to a combination of mechanical and
dimensional characteristics of flanges in accordance with the relevant parts of EN 1092 series and
ISO 7005-2, which comprises the letters PN followed by a dimensionless whole number
EXAMPLE PN 16.
3.4.13
class
alphanumeric designation used for reference purposes related to a combination of mechanical and
dimensional characteristics of flanges in accordance with the relevant parts of EN 1759 series, which
comprises the word Class followed by a dimensionless whole number
EXAMPLE Class 150.
3.4.14
operating temperature range
temperature range at which the regulator components and auxiliary devices are capable of operating
continuously
3.4.15
closing force
FS
force acting on control member of the monitor in full open position in normal operating conditions to
bring it to its control position after activation of the monitor itself
3.4.16
failure
termination of the ability of a functional unit to provide a required function
[Source: IEC 60050-191:1990]
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3.5 Summary of symbols, terms, subclauses and units
The following table summarizes the symbols and relevant descriptions and unit considered in this
chapter and/or used in this document. The symbols are listed in alphabetic order.
Symbol Term Subclause Unit

AC Accuracy class 3.3.8.2 %
bpu Inlet pressure range 3.3.8.3 bar
Cg Flow coefficient 3.3.2.5 See definition
Relative density of natural gas at actual
d 6.2.2 /
conditions
Relative density of natural gas at
dr 3.3.2.6 /
normal conditions
DN Nominal size 3.1.7 /
DS Differential strength 1 /
Δp Differential pressure 3.3.1.3 bar
Minimum operating differential
Δpmin 3.4.11 bar
pressure
FS Closing force 3.4.15 N
IS Integral strength 1 /
KG Flow coefficient 3.3.2.6 See definition
In accordance with
LpA Sound pressure level 3.3.3.1
EN 61672-1
Downstream maximum incidental
MIPd 9.4 bar
pressure
NDT Non-Destructive Test 4.2.1.7 /
p Component operating pressure 3.4.1 bar
Atmospheric pressure (absolute
pb 3.3.1.7 bar abs
pressure)
pd Outlet pressure 3.3.1.3 bar
pdmax Maximum outlet pressure 3.4.10 bar
pdr Reference absolute gas outlet pressure 3.3.2.6 bar abs
pds Set point 3.3.6.1 bar
pf Lock-up pressure 3.3.9.2 bar
pl Limit pressure 3.4.7 bar
pm Motorization pressure 3.3.1.5 bar
Maximum component operating
pmax 3.4.2 bar
pressure
Reference absolute pressure for normal
pn 3.3.2.1 bar abs
conditions
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Symbol Term Subclause Unit

PN Nominal pressure 3.4.12 /
PS Maximum allowable pressure 3.4.3 bar
PSD Specific maximum allowable pressure 3.4.5 bar
pu Inlet pressure 3.3.1.2 bar
pumax Maximum inlet pressure 3.4.9 bar
pumin Minimum inlet pressure 3.3.8.5 bar
pup Pilot feeding pressure 3.3.1.6 bar
pur Reference absolute gas inlet pressure 3.3.2.6 bar abs
Qn Volumetric flow rate 3.3.2.3 m3/h at normal conditions
Qnmin,pu Minimum flow rate at inlet pressure pu m3/h at normal conditions
Minimum flow rate at inlet pressure
Qnmin,pumax m3/h at normal conditions
pumax 3.3.9.4
Minimum flow rate at inlet pressure
Qnmin,pumin m3/h at normal conditions
pumin
Reference natural gas density at normal
ρr 3.3.2.6 kg/m3
conditions
Safety factor for all pressure bearing
S /
parts except bodies 3.4.8
Sb Safety factor for body /
SG Lock-up pressure class 3.3.9.3 %
SZ Class of lock-up pressure zone 3.3.9.6 %
tf Lock-up time 3.3.9.1 sec
Reference temperature for normal
tn °C
conditions
3.3.2.1
Reference temperature for normal
Tn K
conditions
TS Maximum/minimum allowable
3.4.4 °C
temperature
tur Reference inlet temperature for KG 3.3.2.5 °C
Wd Set range 3.3.6.2 bar
Wds Specific set range 3.3.6.3 bar
NOTE Annex M lists all terms in alphabetic order for English language, the relevant translation in French and
German language.
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4 Construction requirements
4.1 Basic requirements
4.1.1 General
With reference to 3.1.1 and 3.3.4.1, the main function of a regulator is to maintain the value of the outlet
pressure pd within its tolerance field, irrespective of the disturbance variables.
Regulators shall not have any continuous discharge of gas into the atmosphere, however, temporary
discharges from auxiliary devices may occur.
Regulators shall be so designed that the external tightness and internal sealing meet the requirements
of 5.2. If in the event of failure of the regulator (e.g. failure of a diaphragm) leakage to atmosphere is
possible, the breather shall be provided with a threaded connection of at least DN 10 to enable an
exhaust line to be connected 5). This connection may be used for a specific device (e.g. a dumping
device).
Pressure bearing parts including measuring and test points, which may be dismantled for servicing,
adjustment or conversion shall be made pressure tight by mechanical means (e.g. metal to metal joints,
o-rings, gaskets, etc.). Jointing compounds, such as liquids and pastes, shall not be used.
Jointing compounds, however, may be used for permanent assemblies and shall remain effective under
normal operating conditions.
Pressure bearing parts not intended to be dismantled during servicing, adjustment or conversion shall
be sealed by means which will show evidence of interference or tampering (e.g. lacquer).
When external protrusions or other external parts need special care to cover the hazards during
transport and handling, the manual shall include the provisions to cover these risks.
The motorization energy in a pilot controlled regulator shall be provided by the gas upstream of the
regulator.
For regulators used as stand-by monitor it shall be possible to check whether the control member is in
fully open or in controlling position by a visual inspection.
4.1.2 Gas pressure regulators with associated safety devices
4.1.2.1 Gas pressure regulators with integrated safety devices
Additional integrated (same body) safety devices, i.e. gas safety shut-off devices (SSD) 6) and/or a
monitor shall be functionally independent from the regulator.
This requirement is met if:
a) the regulator maintains its functionality in the event of the failure and/or loss of functionality of
one or more of the following safety shut-off device/monitor components:
— closure/control member;
— seat ring;
— actuator;
5) For proper operation of the regulator any exhaust line shall be designed in such a way to prevent the ingress of
foreign materials.
6) For this subject see EN 14382.
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— casing of actuator;
— controller;
— pilot (in case of pilot-controlled monitor type);
— sensing and process lines;
and if:
b) the function of the safety shut-off device/monitor is not affected in the event of the failure and/or
loss of functionality of one or more of the following regulator components:
— control member;
— seat ring;
— actuator;
— casing of actuator;
— controller;
— pilot (in case of pilot-controlled regulator type);
— sensing and process lines.
When the regulator incorporates more than one safety device (e.g. a monitor and a SSD or two SSDs),
the functional independence shall be met by each device from the other ones in similar way, as detailed
above.
When the integrated safety device is a slam-shut device or a cut-off device or a monitor, the
motorization energy for the regulator, when it is a pilot-controlled type, shall be provided by the gas
downstream of the safety device.
4.1.2.2 Gas pressure regulators with in-line monitor
The system includes a regulator with the function of active regulator and a second (in series) regulator
with the function of monitor. The monitor shall be installed directly upstream of the active regulator
and both equipment shall control the pressure at the same location.
The associated in-line monitor shall be functionally independent from the active regulator.
This requirement is met if:
a) the function of the active regulator is not affected in the event of the failure and/or loss of
functionality of one or more of the following monitor components:
— pilot (in case of pilot-controlled monitor type);
and if
b) the function of the monitor is not affected in the event of the failure and/or loss of functionality of
one or more of the following active regulator components:
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The motorization energy for active regulator in case of pilot-controlled type shall be taken downstream
of the monitor.
For monitor in fully open position in normal operating conditions, it is necessary to adopt appropriate
design measures to avoid the possible effect of static friction (break away friction) at the first
movement between movable and fixed parts.
4.1.2.3 Gas pressure regulator with in-line safety shut off device
The system includes a regulator with the function of active regulator and an in-line SSD (in series).
The SSD shall be installed directly upstream of active regulator and both devices shall control the
pressure at the same location.
The associated in-line SSD shall be functionally independent from the active regulator.
The requirement is met if:
a) the function of active regulator is not affected in the event of the failure and/or loss of functionality
of one or more of the following SSD components:
— controller;
and if:
b) the function of SSD is not affected in the event of the failure and/or loss of functionality of one or
more of the following active regulator components:
The motorization energy for active regulator, in case of pilot-controlled type, shall be taken
downstream of the SSD.
4.1.3 End connections
End connections may be one of the following:

a) flanged connections in accordance with the applicable parts of EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2, EN 1092-3,
EN 1092-4, ISO 7005-2, EN 1759-1, EN 1759-3 and EN 1759-4;
b) flangeless type (e.g. wafer body);
c) threaded connections in accordance with EN 10226-1 or EN 10226-2 for:
1) DN ≤ 50;
2) DN ≤ 80 and PS ≤ 16 bar;
d) compression fittings for DN ≤ 50;
e) butt weld connections in accordance with EN 12627.
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4.1.4 Flange ratings
The ratings for flanges shall be selected from the following designations:
— PN designated flanges 6, 10, 16, 25, 40, 100 in accordance with EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2, EN 1092-3,
EN 1092-4;
— PN designated flanges 20, 50 7), in accordance with ISO 7005-2 only for spheroidal graphite cast
iron and malleable cast iron;
— Class designated flanges 150, 300, 600 in accordance with EN 1759-1, EN 1759-3 and EN 1759-4.
The underlined designations are preferred.

4.1.5 Nominal sizes and face-to-face dimensions
Bodies with flange connections should have the same nominal size at inlet and outlet.
The nominal sizes and the face-to-face dimensions given in Table 1 are recommended.
Alternatively, the nominal sizes and the face-to-face dimensions may be taken from Table 2.
Flangeless bodies (regulators that have no line flanges but are intended to be installed by clamping
between pipes flanges) are permitted as an alternative. In this case bodies should have the same
nominal size at inlet and outlet and face-to-face dimensions should be taken from Tables 3 or 4.
The following bodies are permitted:
— flanged types with different nominal inlet and outlet sizes;
— those with face-to-face dimensions differing from those given in Tables 1 and 2;
— angle pattern bodies in accordance with ISO 5752.
7) The nominal pressure designations PN 20 and PN 50 are equivalent to class ratings 125/150 and 250/300,
respectively.
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Table 1 — Recommended face-to face dimensions for flanged bodies

Nominal pressure Limit
Nominal size PN 10/16/20 a PN 25/40/50 PN 100 deviations for
face-to-face
DN Class 150 Class 300 Class 600 dimensions
Face-to-face dimensions in mm in mm
25 184 197 210
40 222 235 251
50 254 267 286
65 276 (*) 292 (*) 311 (*)
80 298 317 337 ±2
100 352 368 394
150 451 473 508
200 543 568 610
250 673 708 752
300 737 775 819
350 889 927 972 ±3
400 1016 1057 1108
Source: EN 60534-3-1:2000, Tables 1 and 2 except where indicated with (*) - nominal pressure in accordance
with EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2, EN 1092-3, EN 1092-4, ISO 7005-2 and class designation in accordance with
EN 1759-1, EN 1759-3, EN 1759-4.
a In some countries the group PN 10/16/20 includes also PN 6.
Table 2 — Alternative face-to-face dimensions for flanged bodies

Nominal pressure
PN 10/16/25/40/50 Limit deviations for
Nominal size PN 100
a face-to-face
DN Class 600 dimensions in mm
Class 150, 300
Face-to-face dimensions in mm
25 160 230
40 200 260
50 230 300
65 290 (*) 340 (*)
80 310 380 ±2
100 350 430
150 480 550
200 600 650
250 730 775
300 850 900
±3
400 1 100 1 150
Source: Table 2 of EN 60534-3-1:2000 except where indicated with (*), with the addition of
PN 10/16/25/40 - nominal pressure in accordance with EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2, EN 1092-3, EN 1092-4,
ISO 7005-2 and class designation in accordance with EN 1759-1, EN 1759-3, EN 1759-4.
a In some countries the group PN 10/16/25/40/50 includes also PN 6.
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Table 3 — Face-to-face dimensions for flangeless bodies
Nominal size Face-to-face dimensions in Limit deviations for face-to-

DN mm face dimensions in mm
25 102 ±2
40 114 ±2
50 124 ±2
80 165 ±2
100 194 ±2
150 229 ±2
200 243 ±2
250 297 ±2
300 338 ±3
400 400 ±3
Source: EN 60534-3-2 (nominal pressure in accordance with EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2, EN 1092-3,
EN 1092-4, ISO 7005-2 and class designation in accordance with EN 1759-1, EN 1759-3, EN 1759-4).
NOTE 1 Nominal pressure: PN 10/16/20/25/40/50/100 and class designation150/300/600. In
some countries this group includes also PN 6.
NOTE 2 Face-to-face dimensions do not include any allowances for gaskets to seal the joints between
the end connections and the pipeline flanges.
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Table 4 — Alternative Face-to-face dimensions for flangeless bodies
Face-to-face dimensions in mm Limit deviations for

Nominal size
PN 10/16/20/25/40/50 a PN 100 face-to-face
DN dimensions in mm
Class 150, 300 Class 600
25 77 86,5 ±1,5
40 77 86,5 ±1,5
50 77 86,5 ±1,5
80 94 104 ±1,5
100 114 133 ±1,5
150 140 175 ±1,5
200 171 205 ±1,5
250 203 240 ±2,5
300 240 280 ±2,5
400 320 350 ±2,5
NOTE 1 Face-to-face dimensions do not include any allowances for gaskets to seal the joints between
the end connections and the pipeline flanges.
NOTE 2 Nominal pressure in accordance with EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2, EN 1092-3, EN 1092-4,
ISO 7005-2 and class designation in accordance with EN 1759-1, EN 1759-3, EN 1759-4.
a In some countries the group PN 10/16/20/25/40/50 includes also PN 6.
4.1.6 Sealing of the adjusting device
A means for sealing the adjusting device shall be available (e.g. wire, plastic seal or lacquer). If
requested in the order specification, the adjusting device shall be sealed.
4.1.7 Springs
Springs shall not be overstressed under any operating condition and there shall be sufficient free
movement of the spring to allow satisfactory operation. Springs shall be designed such that buckling
does not occur, in accordance to EN 13906-1:2013, EN 13906-2:2013 and EN 13906-3:2014.
4.1.8 Parts transmitting actuating forces
When the regulator is classified as a stand-alone safety accessory, parts transmitting actuating forces
shall be made of metallic material or non-metallic materials other than elastomers and shall be
designed with a safety factor of ≥ 3 against permanent deformation. Verification is made by proving the
compliance of the actual safety factors specified above and the compliance of dimensions shown on
drawings with values specified in the strength calculations. Alternatively, verification shall be made by
an actual test.
4.1.9 Replaceable parts that may be affected by erosion or abrasion
The seat ring shall be replaceable where erosion or abrasion may occur.
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4.2 Materials
4.2.1 Requirements for metallic materials
4.2.1.1 Pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls
The pressure bearing parts, including those that become pressure bearing parts in the event of
diaphragm or differential pressure seal failure, and the inner metallic partition walls shall be
constructed of materials complying with national or international established material standards for
pressure applications and with the restrictions given in Table 5.
All selected materials complying with Table 5 which are neither complying with EN harmonized
material standards, nor object of an EAM, shall be submitted to a Particular Material Appraisal
procedure.
Note 1: all selected materials complying with Table 5 shall meet all the other requirements of the
relevant national or international established material standard.
Annex G, tables G1 and G2 includes a list of proposed materials.
4.2.1.2 Auxiliary devices, integral process and sensing lines, connectors, threaded sealing plug
and fasteners
Auxiliary devices, integral process and sensing lines, connectors, threaded sealing plug and fasteners
shall be constructed of materials complying with national or international established material
standards and with the restrictions given in Table 5.
All selected materials complying with Table 5 which are neither complying with EN harmonized
material standards, nor object of an EAM, shall be submitted to a Particular Material Appraisal
procedure.
Note 1: all selected materials complying with Table 5 shall meet all the other requirements of the
relevant national or international established material standard.
Annex G, Table G3 includes a list of proposed materials.
4.2.1.3 Other parts
The internal parts of regulators not subjected to differential pressure, may be constructed of either the
materials given in Annex G or materials complying with the requirements given in Table 5, without
taking into account the restrictions for pressures and nominal sizes, or of different materials provided
they comply with the requirements of this document.
4.2.1.4 Material inspection documents of pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition
walls
Pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls:

— bodies used in the apparatus 8) category II, III and IV according to the European legislation on
pressure equipment, shall be accompanied by a material inspection certificate type 3.2 in
accordance with EN 10204:2004. For these bodies when the material manufacturer has an
appropriate quality-assurance system, certified by a competent body established within the EC and
having undergone a specific assessment for materials, an inspection certificate type 3.1 in
accordance with EN 10204 is accepted;
8) Apparatus means gas pressure regulator or safety shut off device as applicable.
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— bodies used in the apparatus category I according to the European legislation on pressure
equipment, shall be accompanied by a material test report at least type 2.2 in accordance with
EN 10204:2004.
Pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls of other components used for regulators
with:
— PS ≤ 25 bar can be accompanied by a material test report at least type 2.2 in accordance with
EN 10204:2004;
— PS > 25 bar shall be accompanied by a material inspection certificate at least type 3.1 in accordance
with EN 10204:2004.
4.2.1.5 Material inspection documents of fasteners and connectors
This subclause specifies the different types of material inspection documents supplied to the purchaser,
in accordance with the requirements of the order, for the delivery of components used for the
apparatus.
Fasteners (bolts, screws, studs, nuts) and connectors (compression fittings) used in the pressure
bearing parts of the apparatus shall bear the marking in accordance with the relevant document and
they shall be accompanied by a material test report type 2.2 in accordance with EN 10204.
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Table 5 — Materials
Properties Restrictions
Material group Amin a PSmax (PSxDN b)max DNmaxe

% bar bar x mm mm
Pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls
Rolled and forged steel c 16 100 - -
Cast steel c 15 100 - -
Spheroidal graphite cast iron d 7 20 1500 1000
15 50 5000 300
Malleable cast iron 6 20 1000 100
Copper-zinc wrought alloys 15 100 - 25
Copper-tin and copper-zinc cast 5 20 1000 100
alloys 15 100 - 25
Aluminium wrought alloys 4 20 - 50
7 50 - 50
100 - 25
Aluminium cast alloys 1,5 10 250 150
4 20 1600 1000
Integral process and sensing lines
Copper - 25 - -
Steel - 100 - -
Connectors
Steel 8 - - -
Fasteners
Steel for bolts, screws, studs 9 50 - -
12 100 - -
NOTE For castings, the specified mechanical characteristics are those measured on machined test piece
prepared from separately cast test samples in accordance with the relevant document for the selected
materials.
a A = percentage elongation after fracture (according to the applicable document relevant to the chosen
material).
b Body inlet nominal size has to be considered; for the bodies of any pilot and auxiliary device this term shall
refer to their inlet connections.
c Bending rupture energy measured in accordance with EN ISO 148-1:2016 shall be not less than 27 J as
average of three test pieces with minimum individual of 20 J at minimum operating temperature. For
minimum operating temperature of −20°C, bending rupture energy at −46°C of minimum 14J is accepted
instead of a bending rupture energy of 27 J at −20°C.
d Bending rupture energy measured in accordance with EN ISO 148-1:2016 shall be not less than 12 J, as an
average of three test pieces with minimum individual of 9 J, as a minimum operating temperature of −20 °C
(class 2) for PS > 25 bar.
e DN max refers to both inlet and outlet connections including technical solutions with enlarged outlet
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4.2.1.6 Manufacturing requirements
4.2.1.6.1 Welding requirements
Fabrication welds in all pressure bearing parts shall be made using qualified welding procedures in
accordance with applicable EN ISO 15607:2003, EN ISO 15609-1:2004, EN ISO 15610:2003,
EN ISO 15611:2003, EN ISO 15612:2018, EN ISO 15613:2004, EN ISO 15614-1:2017 and
EN ISO 15614-2:2005/AC:2009 and by qualified welders or welding operators according to applicable
EN ISO 9606-2:2004, EN ISO 9606-3:1999, EN ISO 9606-4:1999, EN ISO 9606-1:2017 and
EN ISO 14732:2013. Welders and welding process shall be qualified in compliance with applicable
requirements of the European legislation on pressure equipment.
In addition, for fabrication welds to make bodies, blind flanges, bonnets and actuator casings:
— only full penetration welds shall be used;
— weld fabrication and heat-treatment shall comply with EN 13445-4:2014/A1:2016.
These additional requirements are not applicable to seal welding.

4.2.1.6.2 Material traceability
For all pressure bearing parts of all pressure regulators and inner metallic partition walls of pressure
regulators classified as safety accessory, the manufacturer shall identify the material throughout the
production from receipt up to the final routine tests by markings or labelling.
4.2.1.7 Non-destructive testing (NDT)
4.2.1.7.1 Non-destructive testing for steel bodies
Raw materials for steel bodies shall be non-destructively tested in accordance with Tables 6 and 7.
In the case of random inspection, if a casting, forging does not conform to the acceptance criteria, a
further inspection sample of twice the original sample size from the production batch shall be
examined. If one of these castings, forgings fails, the examination shall be extended to all castings,
forgings in the production batch.
Any casting, forging that does not conform to the acceptance criteria shall be repaired according to an
applicable procedure and then re-examined.
4.2.1.7.2 Non-destructive testing of fabrication welds
Fabrication welds on pressure bearing parts shall be non-destructively tested in accordance with
Tables 6 and 7.
In the case of random inspection, if a weld does not conform to the acceptance criteria, a further
inspection sample of twice the original sample size from the production batch shall be examined. If one
of these welds fails, the examination shall be extended to all welds in the production batch.
Any weld that does not conform to the acceptance criteria shall be repaired according to an applicable
procedure and then re-examined.
4.2.1.7.3 Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing
The NDTs shall be carried out by personnel qualified in accordance with EN ISO 9712:2012 or
Recommendation SNT-TC1A:2016, and can be approved by a recognized Third Party Organization.
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Table 6 — Non-destructive testing
Type of non-destructive testing

Volumetric Surface
Magnetic Liquid
Radiographic Ultrasonic Visual
particle penetrant
EN 12516-1:2014+A1:2018, Accessible
Steel castings
Sections to be examined and/or extent of coverage
C.2.1.2 surfaces
Forgings, bars, EN 12516-1:2014+A1:2018,
C.2.1.3
plates and EN 12516-1:2014+A1:2018,
Not applicable
tubular C.2.2 and C.2.3
products
Fabrication According to E and F in Accessible

According to B in Table 7
welds Table 7 surfaces
NDT procedures and

EN 12516-1: EN 12516-1: MSS SP 55a and
acceptance criteria for
2014+A1:20 2014+A1:20 EN ISO 17637:
castings, forgings and EN 12516-1: EN 12516-1:
18, Annex D 18, Annex G 2016 b
their fusion weld repairs 2014+A1:20 2014+A1:201
NDT procedures and EN 12516-1: EN 12516-1: 18, 8,
acceptance criteria for 2014+A1:20 2014+A1:20 EN ISO 17637: Annex E Annex F
fabrication welds, 18, C.2.4 and 18, C.2.4 and 2016b
including their repairs Annex D Annex G
• Examinations shall be performed on the material after any heat treatment required by the
requirements
material or welding either before or after the finish machining at the option of the
General
manufacturer.
• Accessible surfaces in case of surface examination include exterior and interior surfaces
but no threads, drilled or threaded holes etc.
a This document is applicable only to steel castings.
b This document is applicable only to fusion weld repairs.
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Table 7 — Minimum inspection sample

DN
pmax ≥ 200 < 25
< 100 ≥ 100 < 150 ≥ 150 < 200 ≥ 250
0
100 A+C
A+B A+C A+D
Castings 50 ≤ pmax < 100 A+B
< 50 A
Forgings, bars, 100 C
plates and / C D
50 ≤ pmax < 100 /
tubular products
Full penetration > 16 A+F
fabrication welds 5 < pmax ≤ 16 A+E
Partial
penetration > 16 A+B
fabrication welds
A is the visual examination of 100 % of the production batch.
B is the magnetic particle or liquid penetrant examination of 100 % of the production batch.
C is the volumetric examination (radiographic and ultrasonic) of 10 % of the production batch, selected on
random basis.
D is the volumetric examination (radiographic and ultrasonic) of 20 % of the production batch, selected on
random basis.
E is the volumetric examination (radiographic and ultrasonic) of 10 % of the circumferential, corner and
nozzle seams of the production batch, selected on random basis, and 100 % of the longitudinal seams of the
production batch.
F is the volumetric examination (radiographic and ultrasonic) of 20 % of the circumferential, corner and
nozzle seams of the production batch, selected on random basis, and 100 % of the longitudinal seams of the
production batch.
NOTE A production batch consists of castings or forgings from the same melt and the same heat
treatment or welds made by the same process and/or welder or welding operator. An inspection sample is a
percentage of the production batch.
4.2.2 Requirements for elastomeric materials (vulcanized rubber materials)
Elastomeric materials shall comply with

— the requirements shown in the Annex J; or
— the requirements of EN 549; or
— the characteristics established by the manufacturer and validated via a risk assessment
Note: field experience of minimum 5 years may be admitted for validation.
The following supplementary requirements shall be considered:

— for diaphragms in communication to environmental conditions, the resistance to ozone;
— for seat rings and other elastomeric components subjected to erosion by flowing gas, the abrasion
resistance and tear strength related to the design of the relevant components.
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The characteristics of elastomeric materials shall be proved by a declaration of compliance with the
order type 2.1 in accordance with EN 10204.
For spare parts made of elastomeric material the installation, operation and maintenance manual of the
regulator shall specify appropriate packing and storage requirements in order to minimize the
deterioration of the elastomeric material (against UV radiations and ozone cracking).
4.2.3 Requirements for non-metallic materials different from those in 4.2.2
Non-metallic materials used for functional parts in contact with the gas shall be chemically resistant to
the fuel gases listed in Clause 1 and to the additive substances normally used for odorization and
conditioning of gases. Furthermore, these non-metallic materials shall be resistant to the permissible
impurities in the gas.
The resistance to liquids of such non-metallic materials shall meet the requirements in Table 8.
The change in mass in accordance with ISO 1817 after immersion for 7 days ± 2h at (23 ± 2) °C in test
liquid B and after drying shall comply with the requirements in Table 8.
Table 8 — Requirements for non-metallic materials different than those in 4.2.2
Reference
Property Requirements
standard
Maximum change in mass after 7 days ± 2h at EN ISO 175 ±5 %
(23 ± 2) °C
Maximum change in mass after drying +5 % /-2 %
4.3 Strength of housings and other parts
4.3.1 Body
The limit pressure pl (determined or calculated in accordance with 7.7.3), maximum allowable pressure
PS and maximum inlet pressure pumax shall be as follows:
pl ≥ Sb × PS ≥ Sb × pumax
NOTE For Sb value see Table 9.
4.3.2 Flanges
The ratings of flanges in accordance with EN 1092-1:2018, EN 1092-2:1997, EN 1092-3:2003,

EN 1092-4:2002, ISO 7005-2:1988, EN 1759-1:2004, EN 1759-3:2003 and EN 1759-4:2003, shall not be
less than maximum allowable pressure PS.
4.3.3 Other pressure bearing parts
The other pressure bearing parts are classified in the following three groups:
I) parts that are subjected to inlet pressure under normal operating conditions and that are designed
to withstand a maximum allowable pressure equal to PS;
II) parts that are subjected to inlet pressure as a result of failure conditions:
a) are designed to withstand a maximum allowable pressure equal to PS (e.g. casing of actuators
as per scheme of Figure 1a), or
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b) are designed to withstand a specific maximum allowable pressure of PSD which is lower than
PS and have additional protective measures (e.g. casing of actuators as per scheme of
Figure 1b), or
III) parts of all types of regulators (IS or DS) that can never be subjected to inlet pressure even in the
case of failure conditions and that are designed to withstand a maximum allowable pressure PS or a
specific maximum allowable pressure PSD which is lower than PS (e.g. casing of actuator as per
scheme of Figure 1b).
Pressure bearing parts group I)

For this group the limit pressure pl, the maximum allowable pressure PS and the maximum inlet
pressure pumax shall comply with the following requirements:
pI ≥ S × PS ≥ S × pumax
Pressure bearing parts group II)

a) For this sub-group the limit pressure pl, the maximum allowable pressure PS and the maximum
inlet pressure pumax, shall comply with the following requirements:
pI ≥ S × PS ≥ S × pumax
b) For this sub-group pressure bearing parts may be protected against exceeding their allowable
pressure:
— by a safety accessory integrated to regulator as per 4.1.2.1; or by
— a separated stand-alone safety accessory. In this case the relevant installation, operating and
maintenance manual shall include appropriate instructions; or by
— an appropriate design (specific safety accessory e.g. a relief valve, vent tapping, bleeding
through sensing / process lines and/or limiting of the flowing gas by appropriate clearances
between movable and fixed parts). In this case, it is necessary to consider also the working
conditions with the downstream isolation valve of the installation in the closed position.
In this case, the limit pressure pl of the concerned pressure bearing parts, the specific maximum
allowable pressure PSD and the maximum pressure pmax reached in the event of a failure, shall comply
with the following requirements:
pl ≥ S × PSD ≥ S × pmax
The set point of safety accessory shall be adjusted in such a way to limit the pressure to the relevant
specific maximum allowable pressure PSD. Appropriate instructions on this subject shall be included in
the operating and maintenance manual.
Pressure bearing parts group III)
Where the parts are designed to withstand PS, the limit pressure pl, the maximum allowable pressure
PS and the maximum inlet pressure pumax shall comply with the following requirements:
pl ≥ S × PS ≥ S × pumax
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Where the parts are designed to withstand PSD, the limit pressure pl, the specific maximum allowable
pressure PSD and the maximum pressure pmax reached in the event of a failure, shall comply with the
following requirements:
pl ≥ S × PSD ≥ S × pmax
In above last case with specific maximum allowable pressure PSD, the markings shall include also the
maximum component operating pressure pmax and the specific maximum allowable pressure PSD as
detailed in Clause 10.
4.3.4 Integral strength pressure regulators 9)
Regulators classified as integral strength regulators shall include only pressure bearing parts designed
to withstand the maximum allowable pressure PS.
For these types of regulators, the marking shall include the symbol “IS“.
4.3.5 Differential strength pressure regulators 10)
Regulators classified as differential strength regulators include some pressure bearing parts designed
to withstand a specific maximum allowable pressure PSD where PSD < PS.
For these types of regulators, the marking shall include the symbol “DS“.
4.3.6 Inner metallic partition walls
Where a chamber in the regulator is separated into individual pressure bearing chambers by a metallic
partition wall, the partition wall shall be designed taking into account the maximum differential
pressure. The following requirement shall be complied with:
pl ≥ S × Δpmax
4.3.7 Minimum values of safety factor for pressure bearing parts
The values listed in Table 9 shall be used to limit the stresses in the walls of pressure bearing parts and
inner metallic partition walls at the maximum allowable pressure.
4.3.8 Welded joint coefficient
For welded joints both in pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls, the joint coefficient
shall not exceed the following values:
— for welded joints subject to 100 % NDT: 1;
— for welded joints subject to random NDT: 0,85;
— for welded joints not subjected to NDT other than visual inspection: 0,7.
9) For these regulators the maximum inlet pressure is pumax.

10) See previous note.
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Table 9 — Minimum values of safety factor
Minimum value of safety factor

For parts of the body
Group of materials stressed by forces from
S pipelines only
Sb
Rolled and forged steel 1,7 2,13

Cast steel 2,0 2,5
Spheroidal graphite cast iron 2,5 3,13
and malleable cast iron
Copper-zinc wrought alloys 2,0 2,5

and aluminium wrought alloys
Copper-tin cast alloys and 2,5 3,13

copper-zinc cast alloys
Aluminium cast alloys 2,5 3,13

Amin 4 %
Aluminium cast alloys 3,2 4,0

Amin 1,5 %
4.3.9 Design requirements for strength of elastomeric parts
Diaphragms used as pressure containing parts in chambers subjected, or that can be subjected to a
maximum differential pressure Δpmax shall withstand a test pressure (in bar) of at least:
— 0,3 bar if Δpmax < 0,15 bar;
— 2 Δpmax if 0,15 bar ≤ Δpmax < 5 bar;
— 1,5 Δpmax but at least 10 bar if Δpmax ≥ 5 bar.
Above design requirements shall be validated by test according to 7.7.3.4.
5 Functional and characteristic requirements

5.1 General
5.1.1 Mounting position
Regulators within the scope of this document shall function in any mounting position specified by the
manufacturer, ± 5°.
5.2 Shell strength, external tightness and internal sealing
5.2.1 Shell strength
Pressure bearing parts subjected to the test described in 7.7.4 shall show no visible leakage.
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5.2.2 External tightness
The pressure bearing parts and all connecting joints shall be leak-proof when tested in accordance with
7.7.7.
5.2.3 Internal sealing
The control member in its closed position and inner metallic partition walls which are subjected to inlet
pressure shall seal in accordance with the requirements of 7.7.9.3 or 7.7.9.4.3.
5.3 Control classifications
5.3.1 Accuracy under stable conditions
5.3.1.1 Accuracy classes
Regulators shall conform to accuracy requirements relevant to the declared accuracy class(es) chosen
from Table 10.
Table 10 — Accuracy classes
Accuracy Permissible positive and negative regulation

class change
AC 1 ± 1%a
AC 2,5 ± 2,5 % a
AC 5 ± 5%a
AC 10 ±10 %
AC 20 ±20 %
AC 30 ±30 %
a But not lower than ± 1 mbar.
The same type of regulator may have different accuracy classes depending on the set range Wd and/or
the inlet pressure range bpu.
5.3.1.2 Hysteresis
The hysteresis is included in the accuracy class and shall be declared by the manufacturer if requested
in the order specification.
5.3.2 Lock-up behaviour
5.3.2.1 Lock-up pressure classes
Regulators shall conform to lock-up pressure requirements relevant to the declared class(es) chosen
from Table 11.
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Table 11 — Lock-up pressure classes
Lock-up pressure Permissible positive regulation change within the lock-up

class pressure zone
SG 2,5 2,5 % a
SG 5 5%a
SG 10 10 %
SG 20 20 %
SG 30 30 %
SG 50 50 %
a But not lower than 1 mbar.
The same type of regulator may have different lock-up pressure classes depending on the specified set
range Wd and/or the inlet pressure range bpu.
At the lowest limit temperature the permissible deviation for the declared lock-up pressure classes may
move to a less stringent class as detailed in 7.7.9.4.5.
5.3.2.2 Classes of lock-up pressure zone
Regulators shall conform to lock-up pressure zone requirements relevant to the declared class(es)
chosen from Table 12.
Table 12 — Lock-up pressure zone classes
Class of lock-up pressure Limit value of the lock-up pressure zone as a percentage of
zone Qmin,pu to Qmax,pu
SZ 2,5 2,5 %
SZ 5 5%
SZ 10 10 %
SZ 20 20 %
Within the lock-up pressure zone the regulator need not comply with 5.3.3.
The same type of regulator may have different classes of lock-up pressure zone depending on the set
range Wd and/or the inlet range bpu.
5.3.3 Stable conditions
For the permissible positive and negative regulation change specified in 5.3.1.1 the amplitude of any
oscillations occurring in steady-state shall not exceed 20 % of the accuracy class or 1 mbar whichever is
the higher value.
5.4 Final visual inspection
5.4.1 Requirements for final visual inspection after type tests
In the type test specifically after the tests 7.7.4 up to and including 7.7.9.4.5 and test in 7.7.9.4.6 when
applicable, excluding the test in 7.7.9.3, the regulator shall show no undue wear, binding, corrosion,
damage or other defects which may affect its long term performance.
5.4.2 Requirements for final visual inspection after routine tests and production surveillance
After routine tests and production surveillance there shall be no visible evidence of damages and the
markings shall comply with the applicable instructions.
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5.5 Fail close conditions
For fail close regulators the control member shall tend to close or close in the following cases:
— failure of any main diaphragm;
— failure of continuous supply of energy from gas system to move the control member.
5.6 Fail open conditions
For fail open regulators the control member shall tend to open or open in at least one of the following
cases:
— failure of any main diaphragm;
— failure of continuous supply of energy from gas system to move the control member.
5.7 Closing force for monitor at full open position
At the activation of the monitor, the closing force shall ensure the reaching of the controlling position of
control member by a sufficient safety factor under all operating conditions. In the case of closing
springs, appropriate measures against the breakage of springs shall be considered as those detailed in
4.1.7.
The closing force, when the monitor is activated at its fully open position, shall comply with the
following requirement:
Fs ≥ 5 × R ± f × S ± f × W + f × D
where
R is the friction force (non-static friction) in N;
S is the unbalanced load from static pressure in N;
W is the weight of the moving parts in N;
D is the dynamic force on the closing member from the flowing gas through the regulator in
N;
f = 1,1 where the force opposes the closing of the control member;
f = 0,9 where the force assists the closing of the control member.
The addition (+) is applied when the force opposes the closing of the control member and the
subtraction (-) when the force assists the closing of the control member.
The dynamic force (D) is considered zero if it assists the closing of the control member.
When there is any torque developed in moving parts by the flowing gas it shall be considered when
calculating FS.
The value of closing force shall be verified at the most critical operating conditions in the most critical
mounting position.
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This requirement is not applicable to:

— direct acting regulators (e.g. Figure 1);
— pilot controlled regulators using a diaphragm as control member (e.g. Figure 3).
5.8 Antistatic characteristics
Any external actuated part shall be electrically connected/bonded to the body in such way to meet the
requirements detailed in 7.7.8.
6 Gas pressure regulator sizing

6.1 Flow behaviour
The flow behaviour of a regulator is said to be critical if, at constant inlet temperature, the volumetric
flow rate varies proportionally only with the absolute inlet pressure.
The flow behaviour of a regulator is said to be sub-critical if, at constant inlet temperature, the
volumetric flow rate varies with both the absolute inlet and outlet pressures.
The boundaries of the critical and sub-critical flow behaviour (see Formula (9) in 7.7.9.2.2) are shown
in the system of Cartesian coordinates of Figure 8 and coincide with the two different sections of the
plotted curve. For the definition of the symbols see 6.2.
Key
1 linear section
2 nonlinear section
3 sub-critical behaviour
4 critical behaviour
5 border point between sub-critical and critical behaviour
Figure 8 — Flow behaviour of a regulator with the control member in a fixed position
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6.2 Sizing equations for the calculation of volumetric flow rates of a gas pressure
regulator with its control member in its mechanically fully open position
6.2.1 Normal calculations
Volumetric flow rates should be calculated using the sizing equations of EN 60534-2-1.
6.2.2 Practical calculations
Normally, in the regulators field it is common to use the following formulae 11):
a) sub-critical flow behaviour
pu + p b  Pu - Pd 
13, 58
Qn × Cg × × sin  K 1 ×  (3)
d × (t u + 273, 15) 2  Pu + Pb 
  deg
b) critical flow behaviour (see Formula (9) in 7.7.9.2.2)
13, 58 pu + p b
Qn × Cg × (4)
d × (t u + 273, 15) 2
where
K1 is the body shape factor;
d is the relative density of the gas (air = 1, non-dimensional value);
tu is the gas temperature at the inlet of the regulator in °C.
6.2.3 Simplified calculations
The following formulae may be used with an adequate accuracy for use in practice to make a simplified
calculation of the flow rates. In these formulae the relative density d and the temperature tu of the gas
for which the flow is calculated, are used
a) flow at sub-critical pressure ratio ( pu − pd ) ≤ 0, 5 × ( pu + p b )
13, 58
=Qn × KG × ( p d + p b ) × ( pu - p d ) (5)
d × (t u + 273, 15)
b) flow at critical pressure ratio ( pu − pd ) > 0, 5 × ( pu + p b ) :
13, 58 p + pb
Qn × KG × u (6)
d × (t u + 273, 15) 2
11) For original source of the formulae of this sub-clause see bibliography [11]. For a 2nd source of the same
formulae, see also EN 60534-2-2.
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The manufacturer shall detail in the relevant document supplementary information on the
appropriated use of the flow coefficient KG for high pressure-recovery body 12) focused to meet the
expected accuracy in the volumetric flow rate calculation.
6.3 Calculation of the maximum accuracy flow rate
The maximum accuracy flow rate should be calculated from the formulae given in 6.2 by using the
applicable percentage of the flow coefficient at fully open position. This percentage, which is equal to or
less than 100, depends on the accuracy class AC and shall always be specified by the manufacturer (see
Figure 6).
6.4 Inherent flow characteristics
The relationship between flow coefficient and the position of the control member is usually represented
diagrammatically (see Figure 9). Flow coefficients are usually expressed as a percentage of the flow
coefficient at fully open position and the position of the control member as a percentage of the
maximum travel (limit imposed by a mechanical stop). Figure 9 gives examples of the inherent flow
characteristics of three different types of regulator.
6.5 Calculation of volumetric flow rates for partially open gas pressure regulators
Volumetric flow rates for regulator positions between closed and fully open shall be calculated using
the formulae given in 6.2, but by using the percentage of the flow coefficient at fully open position
associated with a given percentage of the valve travel as detailed in 6.4.
Key
X travel in %
Y Cg, KG in %
Figure 9 — Three examples of inherent flow characteristics
6.6 Flow coefficient
For all flow coefficients the tolerance between the value declared by the manufacturer and the actual
value verified during the type test shall be within ± 10 %.
12) See bibliography [17].
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7 Testing
7.1 General
Clause 7 provides guidance on the procedure that may be used when a certification of compliance with
the requirements of this document is required.
The subclauses in Clause 7 may be applied also to the conformity assessment to the European
legislation on pressure equipment.
7.2 Tests
Table 13 gives an overview of the different types of tests and correlates them to the requirements and
test methods detailed in Clauses 4, 5 and 7.
The requirements in this chapter shall be followed when compliance evaluation with this document is
requested.
Where compliance evaluation to this document is finalized with positive result, the regulator can bear
as marking the number of this document.
Table 13 — Summary of tests and requirements
Test schedule Requirement Test method

T M S Clause Title Clause
Constructional tests
A A A 4.1 Dimensional check and visual inspection 7.7.1
A A A 4.2 Materials check 7.7.2
Verification of the strength of pressure
A 4.3 bearing parts and inner metallic partition 7.7.3
walls
4.1.8 Verification of the strength of parts 7.7.3.3

A
transmitting actuating forces
5.2.1 Shell and inner metallic partition walls 7.7.4

A A A
strength test
A A A 5.2.2 External tightness test 7.7.7
A 5.5 Method to prove the compliance with

requirements detailed in subclauses 5.5 or 7.7.9.5
A 5.6 5.6
Verification of closing force for monitor in
A 5.7 fully open position under normal operating 7.7.6
conditions
Test method and acceptance criteria to
A A 5.8 7.7.8
verify the antistatic characteristics
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Test schedule Requirement Test method

T M S Clause Title Clause
Functional tests
A 6.6 Determination of the flow coefficients 7.7.9.2
5.2.3 Check of internal sealing and lock-up 7.7.9.3

Aa A
pressure
A 5.3.1.1 and 5.3.3 Determination of a performance curve and 7.7.9.4.2

verification of the hysteresis band
5.2.3 Determination of the lock-up pressure and 7.7.9.4.3

A
verification of the internal sealing
5.3 Performance classification of pressure 7.7.9.4.4

A
regulators
Operational check at the limit temperatures
A 5.3.2.1 of 7.7.9.4.5
−10 °C or −20 °C and 60 °C
optiona Methods for measuring the sound pressure 7.7.9.4.6
-
l level
A 5.4.1 Final visual inspection after type test 7.7.10.1
5.4.2 Final visual inspection after routine tests 7.7.10.2

A A
and production surveillance
A = Applicable
S = Production surveillance
M = Routine tests
T = Type test
a Simplified test method for accuracy class is not required in the routine tests; procedures of 7.7.9.3 can be
used to check the set point.
7.3 Type test
Those tests (see Table 13) are carried out to establish the performance classification of the regulator or
the series of regulators. These tests include verification of the documentation listed in 9.1.1.
When changes are made to the design of a regulator or a series of regulators in such a manner as to
affect the above tests, the manufacturer shall inform the parties involved, if any, in the compliance
evaluation to this document.
7.4 Selection of test samples
The number and types of a series of regulators to be subjected to a type test shall be selected according
to the following requirements:
— one regulator for each type of auxiliary device and/or pilot;
— two sizes from a series of up to six sizes and three sizes from series greater than six in number;
— one regulator for each accuracy class AC, if applicable.
If the series of regulators includes sizes of regulators with more than one valve seat diameter, the test
sample shall have the largest valve seat installed.
The check in accordance with 7.7.9.4.5 shall only be carried out on one test sample.
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7.5 Routine tests
Those tests (see Table 13) carried out on each regulator 13) by the manufacturer during the production
process. The tests verify that materials, dimensions, external conditions and performance remain in
compliance with the results of the type test.
7.6 Production surveillance
Those tests and verifications (see Table 13) are carried out in order to confirm continuing compliance
with this document.
The tests and verifications include additionally:
— verification of the routine tests records;
— verification of drawings and material certificates.
7.7 Test and verification methods

7.7.1 Dimensional check and visual inspection
The actions to assess:

— the dimensional compliance of pressure bearing parts with the applicable drawings;
— the compliance of the regulator construction with the related assembly drawing and the
construction requirements of this document.
7.7.2 Materials check
The actions to assess the compliance of the materials used or prescribed with the requirements in 4.2.
The verification of the materials used shall be carried out by the review of the material certificates.
The verification of the materials prescribed shall be carried out by the review of the part list.
7.7.3 Verification of the strength of pressure bearing parts, inner metallic partition walls and
other parts 14)
7.7.3.1 Strength calculation method for metallic parts
Verification is made by proving the compliance of the actual safety factors with those specified in 4.3.7
and the compliance of minimum allowable thicknesses shown in drawings with values specified in the
strength calculations.
Strength calculation shall be carried out according to EN 12516-2:2014 and EN 12516-4:2014
+A1:2018.
7.7.3.2 Verification of experimental design method for metallic parts
When the strength calculation described in 7.7.3.1 is not fully reliable (e.g. due to the specific shape of
the concerned pressure bearing part) the design may by validated by following experimental design
method.
13) See, when applied, the exception in 7.7.4.

14) Strength calculation method and experimental design method shall be used according to the European
legislation on Pressure equipment.
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taking into account the minimum allowable thicknesses shown in drawings and the minimum proof
strength (yielding) for selected material.
Actual safety factors are obtained through following methods:
— hydrostatic pressure test applied until the first sign of yielding or failure becomes apparent in any
component and verification that the limit pressure pl at which the first sign of yielding or failure
becomes apparent is:
s ry R p0,2 for the body only;

r
p l ≥ DP × S b × ×
s min R p0,2
min
s ry R p0,2 for other components;

r
p l ≥ DP × S × ×
s min R p0,2
min
— hydrostatic pressure test and verification that permanent deformations 15) do not exceed 0,2 % of
l0 or 0,1 mm, whichever is greater, up to the following test pressures:
R p0,2 for the body only;

s rw r
0, 9 × PS × S b × ×
sw R p0,2
min
R p0,2 for other components;

s rw r
0, 9 × PS × S × ×
sw R p0,2
min
where
|Rp0,2 |min is the minimum proof stress (yielding) for selected material according to relevant
document in N/mm2;
|Rp0,2 |r is the measured proof stress (yielding) according to relevant document for the
material of the test sample in N/mm2;
sw is the minimum design wall thickness for the weakest point in mm;
srw is the measured wall thickness of test sample at the weakest point in mm.
Ratio srw / sw can never be ≤ 1 (see EN 12516-2:2014).
The weakest point can be located by technical evaluation or by measurements (strain gauge, etc.).
15) The percentage of the permanent deformation is calculated as:

l − l0
100 ×
l0
where
l0 is the distance between any two points on a pressure bearing part before applying the test pressure;
l is the distance between the same points after releasing the test pressure.
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The test is carried out in such a manner that deformations of the test sample in all directions are
possible. There shall be no additional stresses due to bending, torque or tension.
Forces from fastening systems shall be similar to those experienced under normal installation
conditions.
Bodies and pressure bearing parts manufactured from different materials may be pressure tested
separately.
Special high strength screws, bolts and nuts and gaskets (between individual pressure bearing parts)
may be used for hydrostatic testing.
For pressure bearing parts of other components (excluding the body) with specific maximum allowable
pressure PSD, in the above formula the pressure PS shall be replaced by PSD.
For pressure bearing parts other than above subjected to differential pressure Δpmax in the above
formulae the pressure PS shall be replaced by Δpmax.
The verification of strength by the finite elements method (FEM/FEA) can be an alternative method to
the aforesaid experimental design method; Guideline ASME V&V 10-2006 [22] can be a reference for
verification and validation of static computational models, calculated by FEM/FEA.
7.7.3.3 Verification of the strength of parts transmitting actuating forces
and the compliance of dimensions shown on drawings with values specified in the strength calculations.
Alternatively, verification may be made by an actual test.
7.7.3.4 Verification of strength of diaphragm used as pressure containing parts
Design requirements of 4.3.9 shall be validated by test; during test, the diaphragm shall be fastened as it
is in normal operating conditions and shall not be supported for its strength by other supplementary
components.
The test is carried out at ambient temperature with air or gas at the test pressure above specified for at
least 15 min. Necessary safety measures shall be taken.
After the test no leakage (see 7.7.7.1 for criteria), or failure, or visual damages shall be detected.
The diaphragm used in this test shall not be the same as used in test according to 7.7.7.2.
7.7.4 Shell and inner metallic partition walls strength test
Pressure bearing parts, including those that become pressure bearing parts in case of a diaphragm or
differential pressure seal failure and inner metallic partition walls shall be pressure tested. The test is
carried out with water at ambient temperature at a pressure according to the values in Table 14 for 3
min. The criteria of 5.2.1 shall be met.
The test is carried out in such a manner that deformations of the test sample in all directions are
possible. There shall be no additional stresses due to bending, torque or tension.
conditions at least during the type test.
The test may be carried out without trim (i.e. the internal parts that are in flowing contact with gas).
The test may also be carried out with gases, if the necessary safety measures are taken.
Chambers separated by diaphragms are pressurized on both sides of the diaphragm at equal pressure.
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Table 14 — Pressure values for the shell strength test
Chambers with the Chambers with specific

maximum allowable maximum allowable pressure
pressure PS PSD
Test pressure
1,5PS 1,5PSD
but at least PS + 2 bar but at least PSD + 2 bar
The statistical strength test is applicable to pressure bearing parts where (PS x V) and, when applicable
(PSD x V) is ≤ 50. The envelope volume is the volume under pressure excluding the space occupied by
internal parts. The pressure is expressed in [bar], the volume in [l].
The statistical approach shall consider a production batch of at least 10 pieces from the same melt.
The starting test sample of a batch of metallic pressure bearing parts shall be at least 10 % of the whole
batch. In the case of a piece of this test sample does not conform with the acceptance criteria, a further
test sample of twice the starting sample shall be tested. If another metallic pressure bearing part fails,
the test shall be extended to all pressure bearing parts of the batch.
7.7.5 Alternative shell and inner metallic partition walls strength test
Hydrostatic pressure tests as detailed in 7.7.4 may be replaced by other tests (e.g. pneumatic test)
whose reliability shall be demonstrated. For tests other than the hydrostatic pressure test, additional
safety measures, when appropriate, such as non-destructive tests or other methods of equivalent
validity, shall be applied before those tests are carried out.
7.7.6 Verification of closing force for monitor in fully open position under normal operating
conditions
The data specified by the manufacturer for all relevant loads are checked by testing the monitor at
ambient temperature. The test shall be carried out at the most unfavourable operating conditions, to be
specified by the manufacturer.
For this purpose the friction (R) is determined as the arithmetic mean of 3 tests. The friction to be
considered is that measured with motion (not static friction).
The loads (S) and (W) are calculated or determined by any other method.
The dynamic force (D) shall be considered only if in the fully open position it opposes the closing of the
control member. It may be either measured at the most unfavourable operating conditions or
calculated. Informative Annex H details one method of calculation.
NOTE For meaning of the symbols, refer to 5.7
7.7.7 External tightness test
7.7.7.1 External tightness test of metallic housing
The assembled regulator and its auxiliary devices are pneumatically tested to assess compliance with
the requirements of 5.2.2. The test is carried out at ambient temperature with air or gas at the test
pressure specified in Table 15. This test shall be carried out for at least:
— 15 min in the type test;
— 1 min in the routine tests and in the production surveillance.
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The result of the test is satisfactory if one of the following conditions is met:
— bubble tight for a time of 5 s. This test may be carried out by covering the regulator with a foaming
liquid, by immersing the regulator in a tank of water or by other equivalent methods;
— external leakage not higher than the values listed in Table 16.
The test pressures in Table 15 do not apply to any chambers bounded on at least one side by a
diaphragm even if they are subjected to gas pressure under normal operating conditions.
The test is carried out in such a manner that deformations of the regulator in all directions are possible.
There shall be no additional stresses due to bending, torque or tension.
conditions at least during the type test.
Recognized alternative detection methods may be used for checking leakage (e.g. electronic device). For
such methods the equivalence to the above requirements shall be demonstrated.
Table 15 — Pressure values in the external tightness test
Chambers subjected, or that can be subjected to gas Chambers safeguarded in

pressures accordance with 4.3.3 with
specific maximum
> pd ≤ pd a allowable pressure PSD
Test pressures
1,2 pds max
1,1 PS but at least 0,5 PS 1,1 PSD
whichever is the greater
a Only if PS ≤ 20 bar. For PS > 20 bar the test pressure shall be 1,1 PS.
Table 16 — Maximum external and internal leakage rates
Nominal size Air leakage rate in cm3/h a

DN external internal b
25 40 15
40 to 80 60 25
100 to 150 100 40
200 to 250 150 60
300 to 350 200 100
400 400 300
a At normal conditions.
b Leakage class in accordance with EN 1349 if specified in the order
specification.
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7.7.7.2 External tightness test of chambers bounded on at least one side by a diaphragm
Such chambers shall be pneumatically tested at a test pressure (in bar) equal to at least:
— 0,2 bar if Δpmax < 0,15 bar;
— 1,33 Δpmax if 0,15 bar ≤ Δpmax < 5 bar;
— 1,1 Δpmax but at least 6,65 bar if Δpmax ≥ 5 bar.
Test method and acceptance criteria shall be in accordance with 7.7.7.1.

7.7.8 Test method and acceptance criteria to verify the antistatic characteristics
The electrical resistance between the external actuated part and the body shall be measured using a DC
power source not exceeding 12 V. The resistance shall be measured on dry regulators before pressure
testing and shall not exceed 10 Ω.
7.7.9 Functional tests
7.7.9.1 General conditions
If the regulator has built-in safety device(s) it shall be tested with the safety device(s) in its (their)
normal operating position.
The tests may be carried out either with air or with gas. Where necessary, measured volumetric flow
rates shall be converted into values that are related to air at normal conditions. Due to the need to
obtain a homogeneous set of test results that will permit different types of regulators to be compared
with each other, or to assess in the laboratory the requested performance of a regulator in the field, or
make the assessments specified in 7.7.9.4, the measured values shall be converted into volumetric flow
rates related to an inlet reference temperature of 15 °C. Pressure gauges shall have an accuracy of at
least AC/4 across the scale range according to the applicable document, and pressure gauge used in
range from 25 % to 75 % of full range. Tests shall be carried out at ambient temperature. Regulators
shall be tested in the mounting position specified by the manufacturer.
The external sensing/process lines shall be located on the downstream pipework according to the
recommendations of the manufacturer.
7.7.9.2 Determination of the flow coefficients
7.7.9.2.1 Normal method
If the volumetric flow rates are calculated using the sizing equations of EN 60534-2-1, the tests shall be
carried out in accordance with EN 60534-2-3.
7.7.9.2.2 Practical method for Cg flow coefficient and K1 body shape factor
If in the flow calculation the formulae given in 6.2 are being used then the following formulae shall be
used to calculate flow coefficient Cg and the body shape factor K1.
To determine Cg of a regulator with the control member in the mechanically fully open position it is
necessary to plot a diagram as shown in Figure 9 of 6.1. The Cg shall be determined for at least three
different operating conditions in the critical flow behaviour with:
2 × Qn × d × (t u + 273, 15)
Cg = (7)
13, 58 ( pu + p b )
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This formula derives from the Formula (4)

The Cg flow coefficient shall be assumed to be equal to the arithmetic mean of the three values.
The shape factor K1 (see 6.2.2) shall be determined for at least two different operating conditions in the
sub-critical flow behaviour with:
Q d × (t u + 273, 15) 
n 2
arcsin  × 
 13, 58 × C g ( pu + p b ) 
  deg
K1 = (8)
pu - p d
pu + p b
This formula derives from Formula (3)

The two different sub-critical operating conditions shall be chosen within following two values
(1,15 ÷ 1,25) and (1,40 ÷ 1,50) of the ratio ( pu + p b ) / (
pd + p b ) .
The shape factor K1 shall be assumed to be equal to the arithmetic mean of the two values.
For Cg and K1 shape values a tolerance of ± 10 % is permitted.
The behaviour shall be assumed to be critical when:
pu + p b K 12
≥ (9)
pd + p b K 1 2 - 8100
i.e. under the operating conditions at which the sin = 1 for the 1st time versus the increasing of the ratio
pu + p b
pd + p b
In the Formulae (7) and (8) Q is the volumetric flow rate at normal conditions of the test fluid as
measured by the flow meter 9 in Figure 14. The measured values shall be converted into values related
to the normal conditions specified in 3.3.2.1. The calculation of Q shall be carried out using the following
formula:
p M + pb
Qn =
269, 58 × × QM (10)
t M + 273, 15
Where in above formulae:

Cg is the flow coefficient;
d is the relative density of the test fluid (air = 1, non-dimensional value);
tu is the temperature of the test fluid in °C at the inlet of the regulator;
pM is the fluid pressure at the flow meter;
pd is the pressure at the outlet of the regulator in bar abs;
pu is the pressure at the inlet of the regulator in bar abs;
Qn is the volumetric flow rate in m3/h at normal conditions;
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QM is the volumetric flow rate measured at the flow meter at operating conditions;
tM is the fluid temperature at the flow meter in °C;
K1 is the body shape factor.
The tests shall be carried out where technical possible and economically justified on a test rig in
accordance with 7.7.9.4.6. Where this is not the case, alternative test and calculation methods e.g. that
detailed in A.3 may be used for the determination of flow coefficient Cg.
7.7.9.2.3 Test method for KG flow coefficient
For the determination of the flow coefficient the regulator with the control member in the mechanically
fully open position shall install in a test rig according to 7.7.9.4.6.
The volumetric flow rate Q is measured at an absolute inlet pressure pu = 2 bar and absolute outlet
pressure pd = 1 bar.
The flow coefficient is related to conditions specified in 3.3.2.4 and calculated by:
d × (t u + 273, 15)
K G =2 × Q n × (11)
13, 58 × ( pu + p b )
This formula derives from Formula (6).

For larger regulators or insufficient capacity of the test facility the value of the volumetric flow rate Q
shall be measured at sub-critical flow behaviour ( pu − pd ) ≤ 0, 5 × ( pu + p b ) for three different Δp
between inlet pressure pu and outlet pressures pd.
For every measured value the associated flow coefficient is calculated as follows:
Qn (
d × t u + 273, 15 ) (12)
=KG ×
( p d + p b ) × ( pu − p d ) 13, 58
This formula derives from Formula (5).

The volumetric flow rate Qn is calculated by the Formula (10).
The flow coefficient of the regulator is the arithmetic average value from the three calculated values.
The manufacturer shall consider further measures on the suitability of the above test methods for high
pressure-recovery bodies 16) focused to meet the expected accuracy in the volumetric flow calculation.
16) See bibliography [17].
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Where in above formulae:

KG is the flow coefficient
d is the relative density of the test fluid (air = 1, non-dimensional value)
tu is the temperature of the test fluid in °C at the inlet of the regulator
pd is the pressure at the outlet of the regulator in bar abs
pu is the pressure at the inlet of the regulator in bar abs
Qn is the volumetric flow rate in m3/h at normal conditions
7.7.9.3 Check of internal sealing and lock-up pressure class
These tests shall be carried out with volumetric flow rates greater than Qn,min,pu at the extreme values
of the inlet pressure range bpu for the setting of the controlled pressure or for the extreme values of
specific set range Wds or for the extreme values of set range Wd according to the order specification.
Initial conditions to be set as follows:
— inlet pressure to be equal to pumin and the volumetric flow rate to be zero;
— increase the volumetric flow rate to the level specified above;
— adjust the controlled pressure to the required set point.
The test for each setting shall comprise the following steps (see Figure 10):
a) reduce the volumetric flow rate until complete lock-up takes place within a period not less than the
response time of the regulator;
b) record the lock-up pressure:
— after 5 s;
— after 30 s
from the closure of the regulator;
NOTE 1 These values are not appropriate for pilot controlled regulators.
c) increase the volumetric flow rate close to the above value and determine the corresponding outlet
pressure pd;
d) increase the inlet pressure until pumax is reached and determine the corresponding outlet pressure
pd;
e) repeat the above steps from a) to c) without any further adjustment of the setting;
f) reduce the volumetric flow rate until complete lock-up takes place within a period not less than the
response time of the regulator;
g) record the lock-up pressure:
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— after 5 s;
— after 30 s
from the closure of the regulator;
NOTE 2 These values are not appropriate for pilot controlled regulators.
Provided the values of lock-up pressure at 5 s and 30 s are comparable, taking account of the accuracy
of the measuring system, it shall be assumed that the regulator has passed the internal leakage test.
The values of lock-up pressure, the outlet pressures resulting from the two increases in the volumetric
flow rate and the setting shall be within the applicable range.
If the manufacturer is unable to provide the required test volumetric flow rate, an alternative test
procedure may be used to cover these checks.
In these verifications a test rig in accordance with 7.7.9.4.6 is not mandatory.
If a detection method is available to verify compliance with the required internal leakage rates given in
Table 16, an alternative procedure may be followed to check the internal sealing and to measure the
lock-up pressure at pumin and pumax.
In this case the determined leakage rates shall comply with:
— the requirements of Table 16, or
— the leakage class in accordance with EN 1349:2009 if specified in the order specification (see
Annex F).
After the completion of above verifications it shall be verified that the regulator meets the internal
sealing performance also for momentary inlet pressure surge up to 1,1 PS.
NOTE 3 Above procedures can be used to check the set point.
Key
Setting 1 pumin
measured value 2 pumax
Figure 10 — Graphical representation of the tests detailed in 7.7.9.3
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7.7.9.4 Functional tests under stable conditions
7.7.9.4.1 General conditions
These tests shall be carried out at ambient temperature. The purpose is to verify the values stated by
the manufacturer for the:
— accuracy class;
— maximum hysteresis band, if specified in the order specification;
— lock-up pressure class;
— class of lock-up pressure zone;
— maximum accuracy flow rate and minimum flow rate.
The tests shall be carried out where technically possible and economically justified on a test rig in
accordance with 7.7.9.4.6.
Where this is not the case, alternative test and calculation methods e.g. those explained in Annex A or
the modelling tests on test specimens to a smaller scale as described in EN 60534-2-3, may be used for
the determination of Qnmax,pumin, Qnmax,pumax, AC, SG and hysteresis band if specified in the order
specification under the following pre-conditions:
a) the maximum possible size and at least the minimum size of a series of regulators shall be tested
using a test rig in accordance with 7.7.9.4.6;
b) to prove that the alternative method chosen is reliable by comparing the results with those from a
test at full operating conditions in a particular regulator size;
c) to use the alternative method for larger sizes of regulators of the same series.
However, if the regulator or even the smallest regulator of a series cannot be tested using a test rig in
accordance with 7.7.9.4.6, the test method as detailed in Annex A may be used without other pre-
conditions.
The compliance with performance requirements shall be checked against only three families of
performance curves for three different values of outlet pressure chosen within the set range Wd in
accordance with the following criteria:
— pdmin
— pdmax
Pdmax - Pdmin
— Pdint = Pdmin +
3
For each family of performance curves three values of inlet pressure shall be chosen within the inlet
pressure range bpu in accordance with the following criteria:
— pumin
— pumax
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Pumin + Pumax
— Puav = (rounded to the nearest whole number)
2
The regulator shall be kept pressurized throughout the whole process with no interruption of this
condition until the determination of the families of performance curves is completed.
7.7.9.4.2 Determination of a performance curve and verification of the hysteresis band
With the understanding that the “actual set point” cannot be determined at the outset of this process,
the setting of the regulator shall be adjusted at:
— an inlet pressure equal to puav;
— the volumetric flow rate recommended by the manufacturer.
Changes to the setting prior to the completion of the whole process for the determination of a single
performance curve, or families of performance curves, are not permitted. The flow rate regulating valve
8 (Figure 14) shall be used to vary the volumetric flow rates. The operating time of the valve shall not
be less than the response time of the regulator as specified by the manufacturer. Volumetric flow rates
measured by the flow meter 9 (Figure 14) shall be recalculated to refer to:
— normal conditions (see 3.3.2.1);
— test fluid at the reference temperature of 15 °C at the inlet of the regulator under test.
To this end the following formula shall be used:

PM + Pb
Q n = 16,75 QM d (t u + 273) (13)
tM + 273
where
Qn is the volumetric flow rate in m3/h of the test fluid with relative density d and inlet
temperature tu for pn and Tn see 3.3.2.1;
d is the relative density of the test fluid (air = 1 non dimensional value);
pM is the fluid pressure at the flow meter;
QM is the volumetric flow rate measured at the flow meter at operating conditions;
tM is the fluid temperature at the flow meter in °C;
tu is the fluid temperature in °C at the inlet of regulator under test.
At least 11 different measurements conveniently distributed over the full range of values between
Qnmin and Qnmax (5 with volumetric flow rates increasing, 4 with volumetric flow rates decreasing, an
additional measurement at zero volumetric flow rate and one at the start setting) shall be taken for each
pair of pu and pds values.
Figure 4 is an example of a chart showing the relevant details such as the start setting, the measured
results and the performance curve for the controlled variable related to a single pair of pu and pds
values.
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7.7.9.4.3 Determination of the lock-up pressure and verification of the internal sealing
The lock-up pressure shall be determined in connection with tests carried out to determine the
performance curve of the controlled variable. The time required to reduce the volumetric flow rate to
zero shall not be less than the lock-up time of the regulator. This condition is deemed to be satisfied
when the lock-up pressure is found to be independent of the time needed to reduce the volumetric flow
rate to zero (see Figure 11).
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X time to reduce the volumetric flow rate to zero
Y pressure with control member at closing position
Figure 11 — Graphical representation of tests detailed in 7.7.9.4.3
The lock-up pressure pf shall be measured twice, after 1 min and after 2 min from the regulator closure.
When the inlet pressure is greater than 16 bar the second measurement shall be taken after 5 min.
Any lock-up pressure value that can be affected by temperature variation in the fluid contained in the
volume between the regulator under test and the flow rate regulating valve, shall be recalculated and
related to the initial temperature by using the following formula:
t + 273
Pf = (P + Pb ) - Pb (14)
t i + 273 fi
where
pfi is the lock-up pressure related to the second measurement;
t is the test fluid temperature in °C related to the first measurement;
ti is the test fluid temperature in °C related to the second measurement.
The regulator shall be deemed leak-tight if the last two lock-up pressures, corrected for the initial
temperature, are comparable (taking account of the accuracy of the measuring system) or comply with
the internal leakage rate requirements given in:
— Table 16; or
— the leakage class in accordance with EN 1349:2009 if specified in the order specification (see
Annexe F).
The lock-up pressures of the regulator shall be within the applicable range. For lock-up pressure
measurements the outlet pipework of the test rig shall have a minimum length as specified in Figure 14.
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The internal sealing of regulator shall also be verified at:

— outlet pressure of zero;
— After the completion of above verifications it shall be verified that the regulator meets the internal
sealing performance also for momentary inlet pressure surge up to 1,1 PS.
7.7.9.4.4 Performance classification of pressure regulators
7.7.9.4.4.1 Determination of the accuracy class, the lock-up pressure class, the class of lock-up
pressure zone, the maximum accuracy flow rate and the minimum flow rate related to a
specified inlet pressures range (a family of performance curves)
The determination is based on optimal enveloping of each family of performance curves with the
vertical and horizontal limit lines as shown in Figure 6. An example of an optimal enveloping procedure
is shown in Figure 12 and is described as follows:
— plot the performance curves of a family in a diagram with volumetric flow rates on the decimal
scale of the abscissa and outlet pressure on the logarithmic scale of the ordinate;
— locate on this diagram, in an optimized manner, three horizontal lines spaced as shown in
Figure 12; the optimization of the location of these lines is reached when the greatest possible
number of performance requirements are met;
— identify the actual set point where the dashed horizontal line intersects the ordinate;
— ensure that Qnmax,puav, Qnmax,pumin, Qnmax,pumax, Qnmin,pumax, Qnmin,puav, Qnmin,pumin, AC and pf are within the
established limits.
Other equivalent optimal enveloping methods may be used.

If the performance data listed by the manufacturer are not met, the test report shall detail the actual
performance data taken from the type tests.
7.7.9.4.4.2 Determination of the accuracy class, the lock-up pressure class, the class of lock-up
pressure zone, the maximum accuracy flow rate and the minimum flow rate related to a
specified inlet pressure range and set range (more than one family of performance curves)
The determination is based on the output data as in the previous subclause deduced from the three
families of performance curves specified in 7.7.9.4..4.1.
The regulator is classified for a specified inlet pressure range (bpu) and set range (Wd) in accordance
with following procedure:
— accuracy class (AC);
— lock up pressure class (SG); and
— lock up pressure zone (SZ)
shall be the less performance data verified for above three families of performance curves while:
— the maximum accuracy flow rate is the lowest maximum accuracy flow rate of the three above
families of performance curves and the minimum flow rate is largest minimum flow rate of the
three above families of performance curves.
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1 max limit for pf
2 max limit for pd with Q outside the lock-up zone
3 min limit for pd
Figure 12 — Graphical representation of tests detailed in 7.7.9.4.4
7.7.9.4.5 Operational check at the limit temperatures of –10 °C or –20 °C and 60 °C
The regulator shall be installed in a suitable thermostatically controlled enclosure.

The operational check shall include in the listing order a test at lowest limit temperature and
subsequently a test at highest limit temperature.
To start the check the test medium shall be brought to the relevant temperature.
The check shall verify the internal sealing and determine the lock-up pressure in accordance with
7.7.9.4.3 under the following conditions:
— max inlet pressure/min outlet pressure;
— at the two relevant limit temperatures.
— with flow related to the lock-up zone SZ
The lock-up pressure at the −10 °C and at the −20 °C limit temperatures shall be:
 2 SG 
p f ≤ pds ×  1 + 
 100 
except when at ambient temperature:

— lock-up pressure SG = 30. In this case the SG = 30 may be multiplied by 1,5;
— lock-up pressure SG = 50.
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EXAMPLES At ambient temperature SG 5 may change to SG 10 both at –20 °C and at –10 °C. At
ambient temperature SG 30 may change to SG 45 both at –20 °C and at –10 °C.
The lock-up pressure at upper limit temperature shall be:
 SG 
p f ≤ pds ×  1 + 
 100 
where
pds and SG are those determined at ambient temperature.
Further the check shall include the verification of opening start.
At lowest limit temperatures a check to determine the control member movement shall also be carried
out at the following conditions:
— minimum value of set point (pdsmin);
— minimum operating differential pressure Δpmin.
After above checks, the external tightness test in accordance with 7.7.7 is repeated at the lower limit
temperatures.
7.7.9.4.6 Test rig requirements
The requirements detailed in this subclause are mandatory only for type testing.
The tests shall be carried out on one test rig built as specified in Figure 14 or in accordance with
EN 60534-2-3 as appropriate. The nominal diameter of the pipework connecting the full bore valves
and the flow rate regulating valves with the regulator shall not be smaller than the nominal diameter of
the regulator and so chosen as to ensure that in all operating conditions during the tests the velocity of
the fluid where the impulse is taken does not exceed:
— 50 m/s for pressure ≥ 0,5 bar;
— 25 m/s for pressures < 0,5 bar.
The connections between the regulator and the test rig pipework shall be made using concentric
reducers according to ISO 3419 or equivalent. The pressure tapping diameter b shown in Figure 13
shall be at least 3 mm and shall be no larger than 12 mm or one-tenth of the nominal pipe diameter,
whichever is the lesser. The tapping shall be circular and its edge shall be clean and sharp or slightly
rounded and free from burrs or other irregularities. Any suitable method of making a physical
connection is acceptable provided the above recommendations are followed. However, fittings shall not
protrude inside the pipework.
In the event of unstable conditions due to volumetric flow rate variations consequent to the operation
of the flow regulating valve 8 (see Figure 14), it is permissible to increase the length of the pipework
connecting the flow regulating valve 8 (see Figure 14) to the regulator, or to provide for an additional
volume by installing a parallel line or reservoir.
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The lock-up pressure tests shall always be carried out on a test rig in which the downstream pipework
has the minimum specified length; for these tests an additional downstream volume is not permitted.
The flow meter shall be installed in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer.
NOTE For alternative test methods under the conditions of 7.7.9.4.1 see also Annex A.
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b pressure tapping diameter
1 minimum 2,5 b, recommended 5 b
Figure 13 — Recommended pressure tapping
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DN1 = nominal diameter of the upstream pipework connected to the regulator under test
DN2 = nominal diameter of the downstream pipework connected to the regulator under test
1 shut-off device to prevent overpressure, if necessary
2 inlet full bore valve
3 inlet pressure indicator
4 inlet temperature indicator
5 regulator under test
6 outlet pressure indicator
7 outlet temperature indicator
8 flow rate regulating valve
9 flow meter
Figure 14 — Test rig requirements
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7.7.9.5 Method to prove the compliance with requirements detailed in subclauses 5.5 or 5.6
The reaction of regulators detailed in subclauses 5.5 and 5.6 shall either be proved by appropriate
failure analysis or in case of doubt by the relevant test(s).
The failure analysis shall consider:
— only the failures listed in 5.5 or 5.6; and
— only one of the failure at same time and its consequences, if any.
Regulators whose reaction to all the specified failures in 5.5, comply with the requirements detailed in
the same subclause, are classified as “fail close” type.
Regulators whose reaction to any specified failures in 5.6, comply with the requirements detailed in the
same subclause, are classified as “fail open” type.
Failure analysis can identify a differentiation in the reaction of “fail open” regulators to the failures
listed in Clause 5.6, e.g. it is necessary to consider that damages on other diaphragms can bring the
regulator to tend to open or to open or to tend to close or close (see e.g. Figure 3).
Details shall be specified in the installation, operation and maintenance manual.
7.7.10 Final visual inspections
7.7.10.1 Final visual inspection after type test
Upon completion of the tests in 7.7.4 up to and including 7.7.9.4.5 and the test 7.7.9.4.6 when applicable,
excluding the test in 7.7.9.3, the test samples shall be dismantled and inspected to verify the compliance
with the requirements detailed in 5.4.1.
7.7.10.2 Final visual inspection after routine tests and production surveillance
Upon completion of the routine tests the regulator shall be externally inspected to verify the compliance
with the requirements detailed in 5.4.2.
8 Field surveillance
Regulators require suitable field surveillance to guard against unnoticed deterioration of key
components such as the seat-ring, sensing element, O-ring seals etc. The frequency of such checks shall
be dependent on the operating duty.
The notice concerning the pressure residual risks not covered by design shall be included in the
operating instructions (installation, operation and maintenance manual).
9 Documentation
9.1 Documentation related to type test
9.1.1 Documentation required prior to type test
The following documentation shall be available at the time of carrying out the type test:
a) photographs and/or leaflets;
b) scheme and related functional description;
c) technical data for the series of regulators and a list of performance data to be confirmed;
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d) assembly drawing of the regulator;
e) overall dimensional drawing;
f) nameplate drawing;
g) strength calculation or test report for all pressure bearing parts;
h) parts list with material description for all components;
i) manufacturing drawings of all pressure bearing parts and critical internal components;
j) Operating instructions (installation, operation and maintenance manual).
9.1.2 Test report
On completion of the type test a report according to EN ISO/IEC 17025 should be provided detailing the
results of the tests carried out. If alternative methods under the provisions of 7.7.9.4.1 are used, they
shall be described in detail in an appropriate section of the test report.
9.2 Documentation related to the routine tests
Documentation relevant to routine tests may include when applicable:

— Inspection certificate; and/or
— Non destructing testing (NDT) certificate; and/or
— material certificate in accordance with EN 10204 for pressure bearing parts and for bolts, screws
and studs.
Above documentation may be provided to the customer upon agreement.

9.3 Documentation related to production surveillance in accordance with 7.6
9.3.1 Documentation for production surveillance
For each series of regulators the following documentation shall be available:

— type test report;
— records of inspections satisfactorily passed during the manufacturing process.
9.3.2 Production surveillance report
The production surveillance report shall detail the results of all tests and verifications listed in 7.6.
9.4 Operating instructions
Installation, operation and maintenance manual (operating instructions) shall be provided with
regulator and released in the language of the country of destination or in the languages accepted by the
user, giving appropriate notices/instructions on:
— specific provisions for visually indication whether the control member of the stand-by monitor is in
the closed or fully open position under normal operating conditions if the monitor is not equipped
with an appropriate device (see 4.1.1);
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— specific provisions as specified in 4.3.3 for the protection of pressure bearing parts in differential
strength regulators and for the specific markings IS and, where applicable, DS;
— details for fail open regulators as specified in 7.7.9.5;
— Specific provision as specified in Clause 8;
— information on safe use of the connections;
— safety requirements concerning commissioning and de-commissioning procedures;
— safety requirements on filling/discharge of gas of/from the regulator;
— a statement of whether maintenance is possible and the relevant instructions;
— data on the nameplate except serial number, year of manufacturing and specific set range;
— hazards arising from misuse and particular features of the design when appropriate;
— provisions, if any, for transport and handling;
— how to trace the right spare parts;
— packing provisions and storage requirements for spare parts (both for metallic and elastomeric
parts);
— a statement on installation according to the provisions of EN 12186:2014 or

EN 12279:2000/A1:2005;
— a statement that the regulator does not require any protection against exceeding its allowable
pressure when for the upstream pressure regulating station the maximum downstream incidental
pressure (MIPd) is less than or equal to 1,1 x PS;
shall be included with each regulator or shipment of regulators.
10 Marking
10.1 General requirements
The marking data shall be indicated using the symbols of this document.
The flow direction shall be marked clearly and permanently on the body by an arrow.
If a nameplate is used it shall be permanently legible and attached at a clearly visible place.
The technical details listed below shall be repeated in the inspection certificate (see Annex B).
10.2 Basic requirements
Each regulator shall carry markings containing the following data:

— CE mark, where applicable;
— manufacturer’s name and/or logo and/or registered trade-mark;
— regulator model;
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— serial number;
— year of manufacture;
— maximum allowable pressure PS;
— temperature class 1 or temperature class 2 (TS);
— fluid type;
— nominal size DN.
10.3 Other additional requirements
The following further information shall be included in the marking:

— EN 334 (when the regulator complies with the this document);
— end connection type (flanged, threaded, etc.);
— specific set range Wds;
— type of regulator (IS or DS);
— failure mode type (fail close regulator or fail open regulator);
— valve seat diameter (only where different sizes are provided) or valve trim (for this term see
EN 60534-1) or the flow coefficient if the previous data are not representative of the regulator flow
rate;
— maximum component operating pressure pmax and the specific maximum allowable pressure PSD
of safeguarded chambers (for differential strength regulators only);
— leakage class in accordance with EN 1349, when specified in the order specification;
— where necessary, warning drawing attention to dangerous misuses;
— additional marking in accordance with order specification.
10.4 Marking of integrated safety devices
The integrated safety devices shall be marked:

— according to EN 14382 for SSD;
— according to this document for monitor.
10.5 Markings for the various connections
Each connection shall be marked in terms of:

— function, e.g. breather line, sensing line, exhaust line, venting line;
— minimum nominal diameter for the pipework concerned.
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11 Packaging of finished product

Before packaging the product shall be subjected to the following:
— removal of any internal debris and complete drying of the regulators;
— protection of all flanges and nozzles against impact and oxidation;
— protection of inner surface against oxidation from the atmosphere and against any introduction of
foreign matter.
Packaging of finished product shall be suitable to avoid damages from shocks and impact from
environment conditions capable to modify the original features.
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Annex A
(informative)
Alternative methods for the determination of the accuracy class, the lock-up
pressure class, the maximum accuracy flow rate, the flow coefficients and
the verification of the hysteresis band
A.1 General
The following alternative test methods may be used to establish the performance classification of a
regulator or a series of regulators. The detailed procedure shall be agreed with the manufacturer.
A.2 Test methods

A.2.1 Direct acting gas pressure regulator
In this type of regulator it is necessary to vary the pressure on one side of the pressure detecting
element in order to move the control member from the open position to the closed position.
The test method comprises the following steps:
— set the regulator at the minimum value of the set range Wd following the manufacturer's
instructions;
— increase the pressure in the casing of the actuator from an external source until the control
member reaches its closed position and verify the internal sealing at the minimum and maximum
inlet pressures (internally impulsed regulators may have to be modified);
— vent the pressure from the body;
— slowly reduce the pressure in the casing of the actuator until the control member reaches the
required open position (i.e. the one relevant to the expected maximum accuracy flow rate) and
measure the pressure corresponding to each 10 % increase in the valve travel;
— slowly increase the pressure in the casing of the actuator until the control member reaches the
lock-up position and measure the pressure corresponding to each 10 % decrease in the valve
travel;
— establish the closed position by the verification of internal sealing;
— calculate for each position of the control member the volumetric flow rate Q using the method
detailed in 6.5.
With balanced moving parts (i.e. no variation in the thrust on the moving parts against changes in inlet
pressure pu) all measured values of the pressure, except that for the closed position, shall be within the
expected accuracy class AC.
The measured value of the lock-up pressure pf shall be within the expected lock-up pressure class SG.
The hysteresis can be verified by measuring the maximum difference in pressure for the same position
of the control member.
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The calculated value of flow rate giving maximum accuracy shall be greater than or equal to that
specified by the manufacturer (see Figure A.1).
With unbalanced moving parts the same method shall be used, with account taken of the unbalanced
thrust (see Figure A.2).
A.2.2 Pilot controlled gas pressure regulators
With this type of regulator it is necessary to vary the motorization pressure in the motorization
chamber in order to move the control member from the closed position to an open position and vice
versa. The thrust created by the motorization pressure is normally balanced by the load of a spring. The
motorization pressure is supplied by the pilot. The pilot controls the supply of the motorization fluid
according to the value of the difference between the value of the controlled variable and the set point in
such a way as to keep the outlet pressure as close as possible to its set point.
Therefore, in both a regulator and pilot with moving parts balanced (i.e. no variation in the thrust on the
moving parts with changes in inlet pressure) it is possible to classify the performance of the system i.e.
the regulator with its pilot, by measuring the variation in outlet pressure against the position of the
control member from the closed position to a specific valve travel. The test method shall be established
in detail according to the specific design of the regulator.
In the following test method reference shall be made to the functional diagram given in Figure A.3.
Figure A.4 shows the relationship between the valve travel, motorization pressure pm and the flow
through the process line Qf and the outlet pressure of the system pd including the regulator and its
pilot.
The test method comprises the following steps:
a) set the pilot at the minimum value of the set range Wd following the manufacturer's instructions;
b) feed the pilot from an external source using the applicable auxiliary device at minimum inlet
pressure pumin and exhaust the fluid from the chamber where both process and sensing lines are
connected;
c) keep the regulator in the closed position using upstream inlet pressure. The inlet and outlet end
connections may be sealed by using blind flanges;
d) verify internal sealing of the regulator with Qf = 0 at minimum and maximum inlet pressure pu;
e) regulate the inlet pressure at pumin;
f) increase the flow Qf until the first internal flow occurs in the regulator and measure the outlet
pressure pd in the chamber where both process and sensing lines are connected (at this stage the
inlet and outlet pressures in the regulator body are balanced, because there is zero flow through
the regulator);
g) increase the flow Qf to open the regulator until 100 % of the valve travel relevant to the maximum
accuracy flow rate Qnmax,pumin has occurred and measure the outlet pressure pd corresponding
to each 10 % increase in the valve travel;
h) decrease the flow Qf to bring the regulator to the closed position and measure the outlet pressure
pd corresponding to each 10 % decrease in the valve travel. The closed position is verified by an
internal sealing test;
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i) regulate the inlet pressure at pumax;
j) repeat the tests explained above from f) to h);
k) calculate, for each position of the control member, the volumetric flow rate Q using the method
detailed in 6.5.
With balanced moving parts (i.e. no variation in the thrust on the moving parts with changes in the inlet
pressure pu) all measured values of:
— outlet pressure pd shall be within the expected accuracy class AC. The hysteresis can be verified by
measuring the maximum difference in outlet pressures pd for the same position of the control
member;
— lock-up pressure pf shall be within the lock-up pressure class SG and the calculated value of the
maximum accuracy flow rate shall be greater than or equal to that specified by the manufacturer
(see Figure A.4).
With unbalanced moving parts the same method shall be used, with account taken of the unbalanced
thrust (see Figure A.5).
A.3 Determination of flow coefficients for larger capacity regulators

For larger capacity regulators if the available volumetric flow rates do not permit the use of the method
detailed in 7.7.9.2, the following procedure may be followed:
— firstly, determine the flow coefficient for a partially open position that is compatible with the
available volumetric flow rate by using Formula (7) of 7.7.9.2.2;
— determine the shape factor K1 applicable to the same partially open position by using Formula (8)
of 7.7.9.2.2;
— determine the function shown in Figure A.6 at sub-critical conditions calculating Cg,x by using the
following formula:
Qn × d × (t u + 273,15)
C g,x = (A.1)
p + pb  p u - pd 
13, 58 × u × sin  K 1 × 
2  pu + pb 
  deg
— These calculations shall be made for three different opening positions of the control member;
— extrapolate the value of Cg taken from the graph given in Figure A.6 by starting from the point in
the x coordinate for 100 % control member travel.
Where there is sufficient flow the previous extrapolation can be avoided by carrying out the test
detailed in the third indent with the control member at full open position.
To convert the measured flow rate to the volumetric flow rate Q to normal conditions see 7.7.9.2.2.
For Cg and K1 values limit deviations of ± 10 % are permitted.
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1 hysteresis band
X travel in %
Figure A.1 — Graph of the outlet pressure plotted against different positions of the control
member in a balanced direct acting regulator
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1 corrected measured values to take account of unbalanced thrust
2 measured values
3 hysteresis band
X travel in %
Figure A.2 — Graph of the outlet pressure plotted against different positions of the control
member in an unbalanced direct acting regulator
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1 chamber for test purposes
2 process line
3 sensing line
4 pilot
5 regulator
Figure A.3 — Functional diagram of a pilot controlled regulator
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X regulator travel in %
1 opening
2 closing
3 hysteresis band
4 regulator
5 pilot
Figure A.4 — Graphs relating to the tests detailed in A.2 for a balanced pilot controlled regulator
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X regulator travel in %
1 opening
2 closing
3 corrected measured values to take account of unbalanced thrust
4 hysteresis band
5 regulator
6 pilot
Figure A.5 — Graphs relating to the tests detailed in A.2 for an unbalanced pilot controlled
regulator
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X travel in %
Y Cgx
Ο measured values
Figure A.6 — Graph of Cg values plotted against different positions of the control member
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Annex B
(informative)
Inspection certificate
The following gives an example of the format which may be used where an inspection certificate and
declaration of compliance to this document is provided.
MANUFACTURER’S
Inspection certificate type 3.1 a) according to EN 10204 N° __________
TRADE
Declaration of compliance according to EN ISO/IEC 17050-1 Date __________
MARK/NAME
TYPE : AUXILIARY DEVICES/SAFETY DEVICES
No. 1: ... No... 2 : ... No. ... 3 : ... No....
END DN PN FACE-TO-FACE
CONNECTIONS : assembly drg. overall dim. drg.
PRESSURE BEARING PARTS MATERIALS
REGULATOR
AUXILIARY
1 ......
DEVICES
2 ......
3 ......
FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Maximum allowable pressure PS _________ bar
REGULATOR
Functional characteristics of
DEVICE b)
SAFETY
built-in safety devices

according to the relevant
document
Inlet pressure range bpu ___ to ___ bar

Specific set range Wds ___ to ___ bar
Temperature class _________
Pilot feeding pressure b) pup _________ bar
Motorization pressure b) pm _________ bar
Valve seat diameter b) _________ mm
Max operating press. of chamber
safeguarded in diff. strength reg.b) pmax _______ bar
Specific max. allowable press. of
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chamber in diff. strength PSD ________ bar

regulatorb)
Creep relief devices:b)
– opening pressure pdo ________ bar
Settings: regulator ______bar auxiliary devices ______bar safety device max. _____bar min. _____bar
CLASS OF: maximum inlet pressure pumax _______ accuracy AC _______
lock-up pressure SG ________ lock-up pressure zone SZ leakage class in accordance with EN 1349 c)
_______
Strength test
Body and inner metallic partition walls: 1,5 PS (min PS + 2) ________bar Casing of actuator
______bar
Auxiliary devices _______bar
External tightness test
Body 1,1 PS ________bar Casing of actuator ______bar Auxiliary devices _______bar
Setting, lock-up pressure at pumax/pumin _______/_______bar
Internal sealing at 1,1 x PS _________bar
setting of : _______ at ______ bar _______at _______ bar _______at _______ bar
TESTS
Opening pressure of creep relief device __________ bar

The above-described product(s) is(are) in compliance with EN 334.
SIGNATURE OF THE INSPECTOR OR
SIGNATURE OF THE PERSON PERSON AUTHORIZED BY THE
SIGNATURE OF THE PERSON
AUTHORIZED BY THE CUSTOMER a)
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TESTS
MANUFACTURER
(for witnessing the acceptance test only)
a) Type 3.2 when the certificate is signed by the person authorized by the customer.
b) For pilot operated regulators only
c) When leakage class is specified in the order specification.
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Annex C
(informative)
Acceptance test
Acceptance tests and verifications are carried out on the finished regulators by the manufacturer in the
presence of the purchaser’s inspector before shipping, if specified in the order specification.
The tests are:
— dimensional check and visual inspection in accordance with 7.7.1;
— material check in accordance with 7.7.2;
— external tightness test in accordance with 7.7.7;
— check of internal sealing, setting and lock-up pressure class in accordance with 7.7.9.3.
Unless otherwise specified, the number of regulators selected for an acceptance test shall be as follows:
— 2 regulators for batches of 2 to 4 pieces;
— 10 % 17) or batches > 60 pieces.
Additional tests, if required, may be specified in the order specification.
17) Rounded up to a whole number.
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Annex D
(informative)
Compliance evaluation 18)
D.1 General
For regulators certified as in compliance with this document, the manufacturer shall carry out the
compliance evaluation in accordance with D.4.
The evaluation of compliance with this document includes the conformity assessment to European
legislation on pressure equipment according to requirement of clauses in Annex ZA.
D.2 Introduction
The compliance certification scheme shall meet the requirements of this document and establish:
— if the production surveillance in accordance with 7.6 may be carried out by the body, if any, that has
certified the quality management system of the manufacturer;
— a guideline to be followed when any non-conformities are discovered during the production
surveillance as detailed in 7.6.
It is also recommended to establish the certificate of compliance in accordance with Clause 5.10 of
EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005.
D.3 Procedure
The evaluation of compliance shall include:
— the type test in accordance with 7.3; the tests samples shall be selected as detailed in 7.4;
— a production surveillance as detailed in 7.6 every five years; the test samples shall include two
regulators for each certified series and they shall be selected at random from the production
population present at the time of the production surveillance visit to the manufacturer’s premises.
The production surveillance may be carried out by the body, if any, that has certified the quality
management system of manufacturer, if it is provided for in the certification scheme for regulators.
Any other verification related to the quality management system of the manufacturer shall be carried
out by the body, if any, that has certified the quality management system.
D.4 Manufacturer’s compliance evaluation

For each series of regulators the manufacturer shall carry out:
— the tests as detailed in Clause 7;
— a permanent internal control of production using a quality management system certified by a third
party.
18) For the purpose of these recommendations, the definitions contained in EN 45020 are applied
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Furthermore, the manufacturer shall retain and file:
— the material certificates for all pressure bearing parts;
— the NDT reports and the inspection certificate;
for a period of at least 10 years from the delivery of the regulator.

A copy of these certificates shall be made available to the purchaser if requested in the order
specification.
D.5 Issue of the certificate of compliance

If the series of regulators complies with this document a “certificate of compliance” may be issued.
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Annex E
(normative)
Creep (venting) relief device
E.1 General
A creep relief device can be built in into a spring operated regulator to vent gas to the atmosphere when
the controlled pressure is higher than lock-up pressure of regulators with a limited capacity.
The creep relief device is built into the regulator when requested in order specification.
E.2 Terms and definitions

E.2.1
opening pressure
pdo
pressure at which the first internal leak occurs
E.2.2
closing pressure
pdf
falling pressure at which the relief valve is pressure tight after re-seating
E.3 Requirements
E.3.1 Construction
The creep relief device is normally integrated in the actuator. The connection for exhaust line shall be at
least DN 10.
The design in accordance with this annex meets the requirements in 4.1.2.
E.3.2 Functional requirements
The set point shall be higher than lock-up pressure of the regulator.
The opening pressure and the closing pressure shall meet following requirements: both pdo and pdf shall
be greater than or equal to pf.
E.4 Testing
Separate external pressure sources are connected to the inlet and outlet of the regulator and the inlet is
pressurized to the maximum value.
The pressure applied to the outlet is increased at a rate of change not greater than 1,5 % of the selected
set pressure (of regulator) per second until the first internal leak of creep relief valve is reached. Under
these conditions the first appearance of leakage is considered as the opening pressure.
The outlet pressure is lowered until the creep relief valve is closed and the internal sealing and pdf are
verified.
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E.5 Type test

The above mentioned requirements shall be verified.
E.6 Routine tests

The opening and closing pressure shall be verified.
E.7 Documentation
When the regulator is equipped with a creep relief device this device shall be mentioned in the test
report.
E.8 Marking
The marking of the regulator shall include also pdo.
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Annex F
(informative)
Order specification
F.1General
This annex gives guidelines on the form that an order specification should take.
The ordering of gas pressure regulators, particularly for larger sizes, depends on the site conditions,
other regulators already in the grid, inter-changeability and other factors. Therefore, in addition to the
minimum specifications in tenders, offers and orders other specifications as detailed in G.2 may also be
required.
F.2Minimum specifications
F.2.1 Details of construction
— direct acting/pilot controlled;
— fail close/fail open;
— integral strength/differential strength;
— built-in safety devices;
— built-in creep relief device;
— built-in vent limiter,
— built-in monitor;
— additional features;
— type of end connections.
F.2.2 Dimensions
— regulator size (see 3.1.7);
— nominal pressure PN;
— face-to-face dimension.
F.2.3 Performance
— inlet pressure range bpu;
— allowable pressure PS;
— set range or set point Wd/Wds/pds (for regulator and monitor);
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— set range or set point Wdso/Wdsu/pdso /pdsu (for safety device);
— opening pressure pdo (for creep relief device);
— maximum accuracy flow rate and minimum flow rate (at stable conditions and specified inlet
pressures) Qnmax,pumin/Qnmin,pumax;
— temperature class 1 or temperature class 2.
F.3Optional specifications
— lifting facilities;
— sealing of adjusting devices;
— external visual device for the position of control member of monitor,
— minimum values of flow coefficients and factors;
— accuracy class AC (for regulator);
— accuracy group AG (for safety device);
— maximum hysteresis band;
— lock-up class/lock-up pressure zone SG/SZ;
— minimum operating differential pressure Δpmin;
— leakage class in accordance with EN 1349 (reference to Clause 7.7.9.3);
— additional marking;
— sound pressure level LpA;
— likely spectral distribution in octave bands;
— the calculation method for sound emission and likely spectral distribution in octave bands of the
noise level with centre frequencies of 500 Hz through to 8 000 Hz;
— maximum flow from creep relief device;
— acceptance test in accordance with Annex C;
— copy(ies) of various certificates;
— full tests using a test rig in accordance with 7.7.9.4.6 instead of any alternative methods;
— alternative test methods in accordance with Annex A instead of those detailed in 7.7.9.4.5;
— inspection certificate;
— NDT certificate;
— material certificate type in accordance with EN 10204 for pressure bearing parts;
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— material certificate type in accordance with EN 10204 for bolts, screws and studs;
— languages for manual accepted by the user.
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Annex G
(informative)
Materials
G.1 Steel materials for pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls
The steel materials listed in Table G.1 with the restrictions listed in the last 5 columns of the same table, are suitable for the design of pressure
Table G.1 — Steel materials for pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls
bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls of regulators complying with this European Standard.
Materials Restrictions
Regulator
Operating [PS xDN
PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]
Group Type Relevant document

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
S235JR / 1.0037 with EN 10025-1:2004
EN
thickness ≤ 40 mm, EN 10025-2:2004/AC: 2005
Rolled and S275JR / 1.0044 with
EN 10025-3:2004 x 100 - -
forged steel thickness ≥ 1,5 mm,
S355JR/ 1.0045 with EN 10025-4:2004
thickness ≥ 1,5 mm EN 10025-5:2004
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PSmax DNmax b
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b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
S235J2G3 / 1.0116 EN 10025-6:2004+A1:2009
and S235J2G4 /
1.0117 both with
1 mm < nominal
thickness ≤ 150 mm,
S275J2G3 / 1.0144
and S275J2G4 /
1.0145 and S355J2G3
/ 1.0570 all with
2,5 mm < nominal
thickness ≤ 150 mm x
S275JO / 1.0143 and

S355JO / 1.0553 both
with
1,5 mm < nominal
thickness ≤ 250 mm
and supplementary
requirements KV 27 J
av. Of three and 20 J
min at –20 °C
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Operating [PS xDN
PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
P235GH / 1.0345,
P265GH / 1.0425,
P295GH/ 1.0481,
EN 10028-2:2017 c x
P355GH / 1.0473 all
with product
P275NH / 1.0487,
P355NH / 1.0565
with
thickness ≤ 150 mm, EN 10028-3:2017 c x
P355NL1 / 1.0566
with 5 mm ≤ product
All types EN 10028-4:2017, EN 10028-5:2017 c x
All grades from P355
to P 500 with product EN 10028-6:2017 c x
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PSmax DNmax b
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b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
All austenitic steel
designation, other
steel designation with
EN 10028-7:2016 c x
Amin ≥ 16 % and
impact properties at
temperatures < –20 °C
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Operating [PS xDN
PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
25 CrMo4 / 1.7218
and 25CrMoS4 /
1.7213 both with
100 mm < d ≤ 160 mm
or
60 mm < t ≤ 100 mm,
36CrNiMo4 / 1.6511
and
EN
39NiCrMo3/1.6510
Rolled and
forged steel with supplementary
EN 10083-1:2006 x 100 - -
requirements
Amin = 16 %. All types
shall be quenched and
tempered (+QT) and
with supplementary
requirements for cast
analysis C ≤ 0,25 % or,
when
0,25 % < C ≤ 0,40,
Ni ≥ 1 %
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
36CrNiMo4 / 1.6511
and
39NiCrMo3/1.6510
quenched and
tempered (+QT) with
x
supplementary
requirements
Amin = 16 % and KV
27 J av. Of three and
20 J min. at –20 °C
Steel designations
quenched and
tempered (+QT) with
Amin ≥ 16 % and with EN 10083-2:2006 x
supplementary
requirements for cast
analysis C ≤ 0,25 %.
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Operating [PS xDN
PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
All austenitic steel
designations, other
steel designations
with longitudinal
Amin ≥ 16 % and EN 10088-3:2014 x
supplementary
min. at –20 °C
DD11 / 1.0332, DD12
/1.0398, DD13 / EN 10111:2008 x
1.0335
All steel designations
EN 10130:2006 x
used for skin-pass
S275J2H, S355J2H EN 10210-1:2006 x
P195TR2 / 1.0108,
P235TR2 / 1.0255, EN 10216-1:2013 c x
P265TR2 / 1.0259
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
P195TR2 / 1.0108,
P235TR2 / 1.0255,
P265TR2 / 1.0259
with supplementary x
min. at –20 °C
All steel designations - -
EN
with Amin ≥ 16 % and
supplementary 100
EN 10222-2:1999/AC:2000 c x
min at –20 °C
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
All steel designations EN 10222-3:2017 c x
All steel designations EN 10222-4:2017c x
x
martensitic type
austenitic type, other
steel types with EN 10222-5:2017c
Amin ≥ 16 % and
x
supplementary
Rolled and requirements KV 27 J
forged steel av. Of three and 20 J
min. at –20 °C
with longitudinal
Amin ≥ 16 % and with
x
supplementary
requirements for cast EN 10250-2:1999
analysis C ≤ 0,25 %
S235J2G3 / 1.0116,
S355J2G3 / 1.0570 x
with tR ≤ 500 mm
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
x
with Amin ≥ 16 % EN 10250-4:1999
All austenitic grades x
of austenitic steels,
other steel
designations with
Amin ≥ 16 % and EN 10272:2016 c x
supplementary
min at –20 °C
E235 / 1.0308, E275 /
1.0225, E315 / x
1.0236, E355 / 1.0580
E275K2 / 1.0456, EN 10297-1:2003
E355K2 / 1.0920,
x
E420J2 / 1.0599,
E460K2 / 1.8891
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PSmax DNmax b
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b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 105M with
supplementary
requirement for
chemical composition:
C ≤ 0,25 %, A 105N
(normalized) with ASTM A 105/A105M:2014 x - -
hardness between
137HB to 187HB
ASTM
Rolled and (supplementary
forged steel requirements S1 and 100
S2.4)
A 106 grade A, A 106
grade B with
supplementary
requirement for ASTM A 106/A 106M:2014 x
C ≤ 0,25 % or
hardness ≤ 187 HB
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 106 grade B with
supplementary
requirements KV 27 J x
min. at –20 °C
Types F5a/F6a class 2
with supplementary
ASTM A 182/A 182M:2015 x
min. at –20°C, types
F304 and F316
A 234M grade WP1
with supplementary
requirement for
ASTM A 234/A 234M:2014 x
C ≤ 0,25 % and all
remaining grades
except the grades
WPB and WPC
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
All austenitic types, all
other grades with
Amin ≥ 16 % and
supplementary ASTM A 240:2015 x
requirement KV 27 J
min. at –20 °C
A 266 grade 4 with
supplementary
requirement for ASTM A 266A/ 266M:2013 x
C ≤ 0,25 %
A 276 all austenitic
ASTM A 276:2015 x
grades
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 311 grade 1018
with diameter,
thickness, or distance
between parallel faces
up to 30 mm incl. and ASTM A 311/A 311M:2004 (2015) x
with supplementary
requirement s KV 27 J
min. at –20 °C
A 333M all grades ASTM A 333/A 333M:2013 x 100 - -
A 350M LF2 class 1,
LF3, LF5 classes 1 and
2, LF6 class 1 and 2, ASTM A 350/A 350M:2015 x
LF9, LF787 classes 2
ASTM
and 3
A 420M all grades ASTM A 420/A 420M:2014 x
A 516 all grades with
KV 27 J av. Of three
and 20 J min. at −20°C ASTM A 516/A 516M:2010 x
(supplementary
requirement S5)
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 564 H1075 with
supplementary
requirements
Amin ≥ 16 % and KV
Rolled and 27 J av. Of three and
forged steel 20 J min. at –20°C, A
ASTM A 564/ 564M:2013 x
564 T630 H1150 and
H1150M with
supplementary
min. at –20°C
A 694 all grades with
supplementary
requirement for x
C ≤ 0,25 %
ASTM A 694/ A694M:2014
A 694 Gr F60 with
supplementary
requirement KV 27 J x
min at –20 °C
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 707M all grades
from L2 to L8 and all
ASTM A 707/A 707M:2014 x
classes
All cast steel EN 10213-3:2007+A1:2016

x
designations
All cast steel EN 10293:2015
designations x
A 216M grades WCA ASTM A 216/A 216M:2014 100 - -

Cast steel
and WCC, A 216M
grade WCB with
supplementary
x
requirement for
chemical composition
C ≤ 0,25 % or
hardness ≤ 187HB
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 216M WCB with
supplementary
requirement KV 27 J x
av. And 20 J min at –
20°C
A 217 all grades x
A 217 grade CA15
with supplementary ASTM A 217/A 217M:2014
requirements KV 27 J x
min at –20 °C
All austenitic types, all
other grades with
supplementary
requirements ASTM A 351/A 351M:2014 x
A ≥ 16 % and KV 27 J
min at –20 °C
A 352M all grades ASTM A 352/A 352M:2006 (2012) x
A 426 all grades ASTM A 426:2013 x
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PSmax DNmax b
temperature max
b]

-10 °C -
to 20 °C
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to
a 60 °C
A 426 grade CPCA15
with KV 27 J av. Of
three and 20 J min at – x
20 °C (supplementary
requirement S 11)
A 451 all grades ASTM A 451:2014 x
17–4ph H1100 with AMS5355:2015 (Aerospace Material Specification)
supplementary
requirements
x
Amin ≥ 15 % and KV
27 J av. Of three and
20 J min at −20° C
The following remarks shall be applied to all sheets of this table
a These material can be used for operating temperature from –20 °C to 60 °C when PS ≤ 25 bar.
b Body inlet nominal size has to be considered; for the bodies of any pilot and auxiliary device this term shall refer to their inlet connections.
c Harmonized supporting standard to PED at the time of writing.
G.2Metallic materials different from steel materials for pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls
The metallic materials listed in Table G.2 with the restrictions listed in the last 5 columns of the same table, are suitable for the design of pressure
bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls of regulators complying with this European Standard.
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Table G.2 — Metallic materials different from steel materials for pressure bearing parts and inner metallic partition walls
Regulator
Operating PSmax [PS xDN DNmax
Group Type Relevant document temperature b]max b
-10 °C to -20 °C
a
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to 60 °C
EN-GJS400–18 / EN-JS1020, EN-GJS400–
18-LT / EN-JS1025, EN-GJS400–15 / EN-
EN 1563:2018 x
JS1030,
EN-GJS 400-18U-LT / EN-JS1049
ASTM A 395/A 395M:1999
A 395M x
(2014)
20 1 500 1 000
A 536 Grades 60–40–18 and 65–45–12 ASTM A 536:1984 (2014) x
ASTM A 874/A 874M:1998
A 874M x
(2014)
400–15/S, 400–18/S, 500–7/S ISO 1083:2018 x
Spheroidal graphite
cast iron
EN-GJS400–18-LT / EN-JS1025, EN-GJS-
400–18U-LT / EN-JS1049 with wall x
thickness ≤ 60 mm
EN-GJS400–15 / EN-JS1030, EN-GJS-400– EN 1563:2018
18U-RT / EN-JS1059 with wall x
thickness ≤ 60 mm
50 5 000 300
EN-GJS400–18 / EN-JS1020 x
400–18LT/S x
ISO 1083:2018
400–15/S, 400–18/S x
ASTM A395/A 395M:1999
A 395M x
(2014)
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temperature max
Group Type Relevant document b]
-10 °C to -20 °C
a
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to 60 °C
A 536 Grade 60–40–18 ASTM A 536:1984 (2014) x
Grades 60–40–18, 65–45–12 and 80–55–
Malleable cast iron ASTM A 536:1984(2014 x 20 1 000 100
06
All material designations with A ≥ 15 % EN 1652:1997/AC:2003 x
All material designations with A ≥ 15 % EN 12164:2016 x
All material designations with A ≥ 15 % EN 12165:2016 x
ASTM B 283 — UNS No C 37700 and
ASTM B 283:2014 x
64200
Copper-zinc wrought
100 - 25
alloys P-Cu Zn 37 all denominations with UNI 4892:1962 (withdrawn
x
A ≥ 15 % without replacement)
P-Cu Zn 33 all denominations with UNI 4894:1962 (withdrawn
x
P-Cu Zn 40 Pb 2 all denominations with UNI 5705:1965 (withdrawn
x
All material designations with A ≥ 15 % EN 1652:1997/AC:2003 x
Cu Sn5Zn5Pb5-B (CB491K) and
Copper-tin and CuSn5Zn5Pb5-C (CC491K) EN 1982:2017 c x 20 1 000 100
copper-zinc cast
alloys All material designations with A ≥ 5 % EN 12844:1988 x
ASTM B 584 all UNS nos with
ASTM B 584:2014 x 100 - 25
elongation ≥ 15 %
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b
temperature max
-10 °C to -20 °C
a
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to 60 °C
All metallurgic state and thickness for EN 485-2:2016+A1:2018
x
which Amin ≥ 4 %
Aluminium wrought All metallurgic state and dimensions for EN 586-2:1994 x
20 - 50
alloys which Amin ≥ 4 % EN 754-2:2016 x
All metallurgic state and thickness for EN 755-2:2016
x
which Amin ≥ 4 %
UNI 9001-2:1988
Al 99,5 (withdrawn without x
replacement)
UNI 9002-5:1988
Al Cu 5.5 Pb 0,4 Bi 0,4 (withdrawn without x
replacement)
20 - 50
UNI 9006-4:1987
Al Si 1 Mg 0,9 Mn 0,7 (6082) in T6
Aluminium wrought conditions (withdrawn without x
alloys replacement)
UNI 9006-2:1988
Al Mg 1 Si 0,6 Cu 0,28 Cr 0,20 (6061) in
(withdrawn without x
T6 conditions
replacement)
x
which Amin ≥ 7 %
50 - 50
All metallurgic state and dimensions for EN 586-2:1994 x
which Amin ≥ 7 % EN 754-2:2016 x
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b
temperature max
-10 °C to -20 °C
a
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to 60 °C
All metallurgic state and thickness for EN 755-2:2016
x
which Amin ≥ 7 %
EN 573-3:2013 and
EN AW-6082 x
EN 755-2:2016
UNI 9006-1:1988
Al Mg 0,5 Si 0,4 Fe 0,2 (6060) in T6
conditions
replacement)
Al Mg 1 Si 0,6 Cu 0,28 Cr 0,20 (6061) in UNI 9006-2:1988
T6 conditions with thicknesses / (withdrawn without x
diameters range for which A ≥ 7 % replacement)
Al Si 1 Mg 0,9 Mn 0,7 (6082) in T6 UNI 9006-4:1987
conditions with thicknesses / diameters (withdrawn without
x
range for which A ≥ 7 % replacement)

x
which Amin ≥ 7 %
All metallurgic state and dimensions for EN 586-2:1994 x
which Amin ≥ 7 % EN 754-2:2016 x
Aluminium wrought All metallurgic state and dimensions for EN 755-2:2016 100 - 25
x
alloys which Amin ≥ 7 %
UNI 9006-1:1988
Al Mg 0,5 Si 0,4 Fe 0,2 (6060) in T6
conditions
replacement)
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b
temperature max
-10 °C to -20 °C
a
bar bar x mm mm
60 °C to 60 °C
Al Mg 1 Si 0,6 Cu 0,28 Cr 0,20 (6061) in UNI 9006-2:1988
T6 conditions with thicknesses / (withdrawn without x
diameters range for which A ≥ 7 % replacement)
Al Si 1 Mg 0,9 Mn 0,7 (6082) in T6 UNI 9006-4:1987
conditions with thicknesses / diameters (withdrawn without x
range for which A ≥ 7 % replacement)
All alloy designations with
EN 1706:2010 x
elongation ≥ 1,5 %
10 250 150
ASTM B85:2014 x
Aluminium cast elongation ≥ 1,5 %
Alloys All alloy designations with
EN 1706:2010 x
elongation ≥ 4 %
20 1600 1000
ASTM B85:2014 x
elongation ≥ 4 %
The following remarks shall be applied to all sheets of this table
a These material can be used for operating temperature from –20 °C to 60 °C when PS ≤ 25 bar.
G.3Materials for auxiliary devices, integral process and sensing lines, threaded sealing plug, connectors and fasteners
c Harmonized supporting standard to PED at the time of writing.
The materials listed in the previous Tables G.1, G.2 and/or in the following Table G.3 with relevant restrictions are suitable for the design of
auxiliary devices and threaded sealing plug. The materials listed in the following Table G.3 with relevant restrictions are suitable for the design of
integral process and sensing lines connectors and fasteners of regulators complying with this document.
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Component Type Relevant document Regulator

temperature b]max b
-10 °C to -20 °C to bar bar x mm mm

60 °C 60 °C
Auxiliary devices and threaded sealing plug
11SMn30 / 1.0715, 11SMn37 /
1.0736, 11SMnPb30 / 1.0718,
11SMnPb37 / 1.0737, 35S20 /
1.0726, 35SPb20 / 1.0756,
36SMn14 / 1.0764, 36SMnPb14
/ 1.0765, 38SMn28 / 1.0760,
Various 38SMnPb28 / 10761, 44SMn28 / EN 10277–3:2008 a x 100 - 25
1.0762, 44SMnPb28 / 1.0763,
46SPb20 / 1.0757 all with
thickness within the extreme
limits specified by the document
and supplementary requirement
Integral process and sensing lines

Amin ≥ 16 %
Cu 999 EN 1057:2006+A1:2010 x 25 - -
X6CrNiMoTi17–12–2 / 1.4571 EN 10088–1:2014 x
E235 / 1.0308 EN 10305-1: 2016 x
Pipes X6 Cr Ni Ti 1810 / 1.4541 EN 12216-5: 2013 x
API specification
All grades x 100 - -
5L:2012+ERRATA 2015
All grades x
ASTM A 106:2014
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60 °C 60 °C
TP 304, TP 304L, TP 316, TP ASTM A 213/A 213M:2015
x
316L
TP 304, TP 304L, TP 316, TP
ASTM A 269:2014 x
316L
TP 304 ASTM A 312/A 312M:2015 x
Grade 6 ASTM A 333/A 333M:2013 x
Screwed and socket steel tube EN10255:2004 + A1:2007 x
P235 TR2/ 1.0255 EN 10216-2:2013 x
Connectors
All steel designations with Amin EN 10277-3:2003 a
≥ 8 % and thickness within the
x
relevant limits specified by the
document
All steel designations EN 10088-3:2014 x
ISO 8434 -1:2007
Compression fittings 100 - -
ISO 8434 -2:2007
All steel designations x
ISO 8434 -3:2005
ISO 8434 -6:2009

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60 °C 60 °C
Fasteners
All grades ASTM A 420/A 420M:2016 x
Class 10.9 for bolts, screws and

EN ISO 898-1:2013 x
studs
Class 10 for nuts EN ISO 898-2:2012 x
50 - -
All alloy groups and types with
Amin ≥ 9 % for bolts, screws and ASTM F 593:2017 x
studs
Bolts, screws, studs, and nuts All austenitic designations EN 10088-3:2014 x
Class 4.6, 5.6, 8.8 for bolts,
EN ISO 898-1:2013 x
screws and studs
100 - -
Grade A1, A2, A3 and A4 for
EN ISO 3506-1:2009 x
bolts, screws and studs
Classes.4, 5 and 8 for nuts EN ISO 898-2:2012 x
Grade A1, A2, A3 and A4 for nuts ISO 3506-2:2009 x
C15 E as per EN 10084 and EN 10084:2008 or EN
grade A1, A2, A3 and A4 as per ISO 3506-2:2009
x
EN ISO 3506-2 for eye-nuts as
per DIN 582 100 - -
Bolts, screws, studs, and nuts
All grades ASTM A 193/A 193M:2016 x
All grades for nuts ASTM A 194/A 194M2017 x
All classes and grades ASTM A 320/A 320M:2017 x
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60 °C 60 °C
All alloy groups and types with
Amin ≥ 12 % for bolts, screws ASTM F 593:2017 x
and studs
All alloy groups ASTM F 594:2015 x
Grade 8 for bolts etc. SAE J429:2014 x
Grade 8 for nuts SAE J995:2017 x
The following remarks shall be applied to all sheets of this table.
a Supporting standard for new approach directives.
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G.4Update to year 2017 on Metallic Material Standards used in the previous editions of
this standard
Table G.4 — Update on Metallic Material Standards
Material Standard in
Table G.1, G.2 and G.3 used Updated Material Standard
Status
in the previous editions of used in this edition
this standard
EN 10025-1:2004
EN 10025-2:2004
EN 10025-2:2004/AC:2005
EN 10025 Replaced by EN 10025-3:2004
EN 10025-4:2004
EN 10025-5:2004
EN 10025-6:2004+A1:2009
EN 10216-1 Replaced by EN 10216-1:2013
EN 10213-3 Replaced by EN 10213:2007+A1:2016
ISO 8434 Replaced by ISO 8434-1:2007
BS 1387 Replaced by EN 10255:2004+A1:2007
EN 1559-1:2011
EN 1559-5:2017
BS 1490 Replaced by
EN 1676:2010
EN 1706:2010
EN 573-3:2013
EN 755-2:2013
EN 755-3:2008
EN 755-4:2008
BS 1474 Replaced by EN 755-6:2008
EN 755-7:2016
EN 755-8:2016
EN 755-9:2016
EN 12020-2:2016
Replaced by EN 10216-2:2013 (for material St
DIN 1630
37.4/1.0255)
DIN 2391-2 Replaced by EN 10305-1:2016
DIN 17458 Replaced by EN 10216-5:2013
UNI 3158 Replaced by EN 10293:2015
Withdrawn without Following standards can be used like
UNI 4892
replacement reference: EN 1652:1997/AC:2003
Withdrawn without Following standard can be used like
UNI 4894
replacement reference: EN 1652:1997/AC:2003
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Table G.1, G.2 and G.3 used Updated Material Standard
Status
in the previous editions of used in this edition
this standard
Following standards can be used like
Withdrawn without reference: EN 12164:2016, EN 12165:2016,
UNI 5705-65
replacement EN 12167:2016, EN 12168:2016,
EN 12420:2014
Withdrawn without
UNI 9001-2 reference: EN 485-2:2016+A1:2018,
replacement
EN 573-3:2013
Withdrawn without
UNI 9002-5 reference: EN 754-2:2016, EN 755-2:2016,
replacement
EN 573-3:2013
UNI 9006-1
replacement reference: EN 755-2:2016, EN 573-3:2013
UNI 9006-2
UNI 9006-4
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Annex H
(informative)
Dynamic force calculation method
H.1 General
The dynamic force is given by the following formulae:
2
D = C r × A × ρ ul × c ul (H.1)
where:
Cr is the dynamic factor determined as explained in H.2;
A is the area in m2 of control member exposed to the dynamic impact of flowing fluid
calculated in appropriated way according to the specific design of the control member itself
ρul is the density in kg/m3 at inlet end connection of the fluid under volumetric flow rate Qul.
The volumetric flow rate Qul.is traced as explained hereinafter;
cul is the velocity in m/s of fluid at the inlet end connection under volumetric flow rate Qul .
For monitors with variable mounting positions the most unfavourable case shall be considered.
In the Formula (13) the values of ρul and of Qul are referred to the most critical operating conditions
traced as follows.
(Q 2
ul × ρ ul ) max
where
Qul is the volumetric flow rate in m3/h at the inlet end connection at operating conditions (not at
normal conditions),
ρul is the density in kg/m3 of the fluid at inlet end connection under volumetric flow rate Qul.
Both the values of Qul and that of ρul shall be chosen from those declared by the manufacturer.
H.2 Test method for the determination of the dynamic factor Cr

H.2.1 General
The following test method refers to Figure H.1:

a. assemble the monitor with all internal movable parts at their normal position for full open position
and install it on a test rig in accordance with 7.7.9.4.6. The external movable parts are not
necessary;
b. with the maximum possible test pressure, measure the force (Tit) on the stem for three different
values of volumetric flow rate Quti;
c. calculate the single dynamic factors for the three values of flow with:
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C ri =
2
A × c uti × ρ uti
where
Tit is the measured force on stem in N;
Cuti is the velocity in m/s of fluid at the inlet end connection under volumetric flow rate Quti
ρuti is the density in kg/m3 of the fluid at inlet end connection under volumetric flow rate Quti
Quti is the value volumetric flow rate in m3/h (not at normal conditions) chosen to carry out the
test
d. calculate the dynamic factor of the monitor as arithmetic mean of above three single values with:
C r1 + C r2 + C r3
Cr =
3
H.2.2 Test method for the determination of the dynamic factor Cr for a series of monitor
Carry out the tests as in H.2.1 on a test sample of at least three sizes in the series; the sample shall
include the smallest, the largest and the average sizes;
a. calculate the Reynolds number for each size of the test sample with:
Li × c uti × ρ uti
Re =
ηt
where
Li is the max dimension of the control member perpendicular to the flowing fluid in m;
ηt is the viscosity of the test fluid in kg × s/m2;
b. trace the curve Cr = f(Re) if the value of Cr is found to vary with size;
c. calculate the Reynolds number at Qul for each size of regulator not included in the test sample with:
Li × c ul × ρ ul
Re =
ηt
d. extrapolate the value of Cr from the curve c for each size not included in the test sample using the
relevant Reynolds number as calculated in H.2.2.c;
in case the curve Cr = f(Re) does not vary with the size, the value of Cr is the same for all sizes.
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1 Inlet
2 Outlet
3 Load Tit (opposed to the closing of control member)
Figure H.1 — Model for dynamic force test method
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Annex I
(normative)
Vent limiter
I.1 General
In the pressure regulating stations, according to the provisions available in some national
legislation/regulation/practice, the piping of the temporary vented fuel gas to a safe area is not
mandatory, under specified conditions, when the vented flow rate is not higher than specified values.
The function of the vent limiters is to limit to the established values the flow rate of fuel gas vented to
the environment around the regulator from the chamber at atmospheric side of the pressure detecting
element in case of its failures.
Vent limiter may be considered as a part of a regulator.
In the installation, operating and maintenance manual of the regulator the use of these vent limiters and
the relevant functional performances shall be specified.
All functional requirements of the regulator shall be fulfilled when using a vent limiter.
The compliance evaluation to this EN of the regulator equipped with these devices also includes the use
of such devices.
The vent limiter is built into the regulator when requested in order specification.
I.2 Scope
This annex specifies functional, testing and marking requirements of vent limiters incorporated in the
regulators.
Other requirements (materials, strength, etc.) are those detailed in this EN.
I.3 Terms, symbols and definitions

I.3.1
vent limiter
unit with an automatic valve reacting on gas flow and/or pressure
I.3.2
vented flow rate
Qv
flow rate vented to atmosphere via the vent limiter with any value of expected pressure inside the
chamber at atmosphere side (in normal operating conditions) of the pressure detecting element
Note 1 to entry: The vented flow rate is expressed as air flow rate in l/h under normal conditions.
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vented flow rate limit
Qvl
maximum flow rate limited by the vent limiter with any value of expected pressure inside the chamber
at atmosphere side (in normal operating conditions) of the pressure detecting element
Note 1 to entry: The maximum vented flow rate is expressed as air flow rate in litre/h under normal conditions.
I.4 Requirements
I.4.1 General requirements
The vent limiter shall be delivered as a unit with all components for the installation on the regulator.
It shall close automatically above the maximum vented flow rate specified in the installation, operating
and maintenance manual.
The mounting position and the design of the vent limiter shall be such to avoid as far as possible ingress
of dirt from outside and ingress of dropping water.
If the connection of the breather valve to the housing is with threaded type, there shall be a possibility
to use standard tools for fastening.
I.4.2 Materials
The selection of materials shall comply with the requirements detailed in 4.2. Orifices limiting the
vented flow shall be made of corrosion resistant material.
I.4.3 Strength
According to the strength classification chosen by the manufacturer, the requirements of the
subclause 4.3.3 shall be fulfilled.
I.4.4 Functional requirements
The vent limiter shall be designed for the same operating temperature range of the regulator. All its
functional requirements shall be fulfilled under this operating temperature range.
According to the installation conditions, different types of vent limiters can be designed with the
following vented flow rate limits Qvl:
— Qvl ≤ 30 l/h of air at normal conditions;
— Qvl ≤ 319 l/h of air at normal conditions.
These flow rates are the maximum rates under the following operating conditions:
— specified operating temperature range;
— all pressures up to maximum allowable pressure PS or specific maximum allowable pressure PSD;
— all mounting positions specified in the installation, operating and maintenance manual.
The vent limiter shall open automatically after the re-establishing of the pressure value at normal
operating conditions and shall be ready to operate again.
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I.5 Testing and acceptance criteria

I.5.1 General
The type test of the regulators that can be equipped with only one type of vent limiters shall be carried
out with the regulators incorporating such vent limiter.
The type test of the regulators that can be equipped with different types of vent limiters shall be carried
out with the regulators incorporating the vent limiter with smallest vented flow rate limit.
The verification of the vented flow rate limit Qvl can be carried out on the vent limiter disassembled
from the regulator according to the test method detailed in the following subclause.
I.5.2 Type test method
The vent limiter shall be installed in a suitable thermostatically controlled enclosure with:
— its inlet connection connected to pressure carrying pipe; and
— its outlet to a pipe at atmospheric pressure.
The installation shall further include a suitable low flow meter with maximum error of indication (5 %).
The vent limiter shall be installed in the most critical position specified by the manufacturer.
The tests are carried out at the two temperature limits relevant to the temperature class of regulator.
The tests may be carried out either with air or with other gas.
Before starting the test, it shall be verified that the body of vent limiter is at the established temperature
limit.
For each temperature limit the inlet pressure is slowly increased from atmospheric pressure until to
reach first the maximum vented flow rate and subsequently the zero flow; than the pressure is slowly
decreased to reach again first the maximum vented flow rate and subsequently a limited flow. The
vented flow rate is continuously recorded as function of the inlet pressure.
The measured values of flow rate shall be converted into volumetric flow rate of air at normal
conditions.
Following acceptance criteria shall be met:
— The maximum flow rate recorded during the increasing of the inlet pressure for both temperature
limits shall not exceed the specified vented flow rate limit Qvl and
— The maximum flow rate recorded during the decreasing of the inlet pressure for both temperature
limits shall differ ≤ |10 %| from that found for the increasing of inlet pressure and
— The maximum recorded pressure shall be ≤ maximum allowable pressure PS or specific maximum
allowable pressure PSD specified in the installation, operating and maintenance manual of the
regulator.
The Figure I.1 shows an example of the performance curve of a vent limiter.
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X Inlet pressure/maximum allowable pressure
Y Qv/Qvl
Increasing inlet pressure
Decreasing inlet pressure
Figure I.1 — Example of performance of a vent limiter
I.6 Documentation
When the regulator is or can be equipped with vent limiters, this shall be mentioned in the type test
report detailing the smallest vented flow rate limit.
All technical data included in the name plate of vent limiter shall be repeated in the installation,
operating and maintenance manual.
In the installation, operating and maintenance manual there shall be a special notification that, in case
of painting works on the regulator, the breather hole of the vent limiter shall be protected against
ingress of paint.
I.7 Specific marking on vent limiter

Each vent limiter shall carry at least following marking:
— manufacturer name and/or logo;
— operating temperature range;
— serial No.;
— maximum allowable pressure;
— vented flow rate limit Qvl.
NOTE If the vent limiter is supplied as an integral part of the regulator, the marking can be limited to the
vented flow rate limit Qvl.
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Annex J
(normative)
Elastomeric material
Table J.1 — Minimum characteristics of vulcanized rubbers used in manufacturing of rubber

components
Types of rubber components

Diaphragms under normal Seat rings and
Characteristics of operating conditions other elastomeric
basic rubber components Other
With at least one side in
materials subjected to seals
Exposed to communication to
gas environmental erosion by flowing
conditions gas
Test
Resistance to ageing
method
Test method and and
Resistance to gas Test method and acceptance criteria as
acceptance criteria as acceptance
per Table J.2
per Table J.2 criteria as
Resistance to
per
lubricants
Table J.2
supplementary
specific
consideration shall
be done on the
/ abrasion resistance /
and on tear strength
liaised to the design
of the relevant
componenta
a These components shall be specifically involved when considering the surveillance and maintenance
provisions (see 4.2.2)
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Table J.2 — Test method and acceptance criteria referred to the properties of elastomeric
materials
Test method Range of hardness IRHD a

≥ 45 > 55 > 65 > 75
Unit
Property Reference > 85
Test conditions to 55 to 65 to 75 to 85
standard
Acceptance criteria
change in hardness at
±10 ±10 ±10 ±10 ±10
70 °C ± 1 °C for 168 ± 2h
change in tensile
accelerat strength at 70 °C ± 1 °C ±15 ±15 ±15 ±15 ±15
ISO 188 %
ed ageing for 168 ± 2h
change in elongation at from from from from
from 10
break at 70 °C ± 1 °C for 10 to 10 to 10 to 10 to
to −25
168 ± 2h −25 −25 −25 −25
change in volume after
immersion in liquid B at
≤ 40 ≤ 40 ≤ 30 ≤ 30 ≤ 25
(23 ± 2) °C after 72 +0/-
resistance 2) h
ISO 1817 %
to gas change in volume after
immersion in liquid B at
≥ −20 ≥ −17 ≥ −15 ≥ −15 ≥ −15
(40 ± 1) °C for 7 days ± 2
h and after drying
change in hardness after
immersion in oil N. 3
±10 ±10 ±10 ±10 ±10
resistance (IRM 903) at (70 ± 1) °C
to ISO 1817 for 7 days ± 2h %
lubricant change in volume after from from from from
from 15
immersion in oil N. 3 15 to 15 to 15 to 15 to
to −5
(IRM 903) as above −5 −5 −5 −5
a For equivalence between the hardness IRHD and shore see in “Roger Brown, Physical Testing of Rubber, 4th
Edition, Springer Science + Business Media, Inc. – Clause 4 “Hardness” – subclause 4.4 “Accuracy and comparison of
hardness tests”.
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Annex K
(informative)
Sound emission
K.1 Sound emission requirements

On request in the order specification, the sound pressure level LpA of the regulator shall be given for the
operating conditions for which it has been ordered if the expected LpA of the regulator exceeds 70 dB.
The reference for the measurement of the sound pressure level is given in 7.7.9.4.6.
The operating conditions are directly related to:
— the inlet pressure;
— the outlet pressure;
— the volumetric flow rate;
— the type of gas.
On request in the order specification, the manufacturer shall also supply the following information for
specified operating conditions:
— the likely spectral distribution of the noise level in octave bands with centre frequencies of 500 Hz
through to 8 000 Hz;
— sound pressure level below 70 dB.
On request in the order specification the manufacturer shall supply the calculation method for sound
emission and likely spectral distribution of the noise level in octave bands with centre frequencies of
500 Hz through to 8 000 Hz.
With reference to the wide variety of different operating conditions and data, it may be appropriate to
determine the noise level by calculation. Calculations methods as detailed in documents EN 60534-8-3
may be used.
— Measured sound pressure level: the declared LpA shall be measured in accordance with K.2 and
shall be related to the points of measurement indicated in Figure K.1 at the same height as the
regulator.
— Calculated sound pressure level: the declared LpA shall be calculated using a method established by
the manufacturer. Normally the calculation formulae are tailored for a specific series of regulators.
The accuracy of the sound pressure measurement or the calculated sound pressure level shall be given
and shall not exceed ± 5 dB.
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A standard measurement points
1 distance equal to 1 m
Figure K.1 — Points of measurement for sound pressure level
K.2 Methods for measuring the sound pressure level

The fully assembled regulator with all its auxiliary devices shall be installed:
— at between 0,8 m and 1,2 m above floor level;
— in accordance with the requirements specified in 7.7.9.4.6 with regard to the velocities of the fluid
in the test rig.
The floor shall be one of normal concrete or similar construction. Care shall be taken to ensure that any
possible effects of sound emissions other than the noise generated by the regulator are excluded (for
example noise generated by the flow rate regulating valve or the external environment). The points of
measurement of sound emission shall be in accordance with Figure K1.
The sound pressure level measurement may be carried out on a test rig built in accordance with
Figure 13 if the above requirements are met.
The results of the measurements shall be expressed in such a way as to conform with relevant
regulations and the requirements of this document.
The test report shall include the following data:
— test procedure;
— thickness and nominal diameter of inlet and outlet pipes;
— indication of the point at which the measured sound level is the highest;
— the units of measurement used to express the results.
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Annex L
(informative)
Environmental Provisions
Table L.1 — Environmental provisions - Inputs
Stages of the life cycle liaised to the manufacturing of the equipment

Environmental Issue
All stages
Acquisition Production
Pre-
Raw
manufacture
materials Transport-
d materials Production Packaging
and ation
and
energy
components
Inputs
Any packaging and
protection used
during
storage/transport of
the finished product
should be selected to
have the minimum
environmental
The manufacturer should The manufacturer impact, i.e. use of
endeavour to acquire should endeavour to recyclable or bio-
materials and components minimize wastage degradable materials,
from suppliers who have a (quantity and quality) minimum use of
declared environmental of material by energy.
Materials policy as per one of the selecting appropriately /
following document classified and sized The manufacturer
EN ISO 14021 or materials related to shall endeavour to
EN ISO 14024 or the finished parts acquire materials and
EN ISO 14025. required for components for
manufacture. packaging from
suppliers who have a
declared
environmental policy
as per one of the
following document
EN ISO 14021 or
EN ISO 14024 or
EN ISO 14025.
Consideration shall be
Drinking water shall be given to re-use of the
replaced by industrial water pressurizing liquid
Water when available agent. When the liquid / /
agent needs to be
disposed of, it shall be
properly treated to
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Environmental Issue
All stages
Pre-
Raw
manufacture
materials Transport-
d materials Production Packaging
and ation
and
energy
components
minimize any
environmental impact
Management of any
energy user (e.g. tool
machines, furnaces for
heat treatment or
electrodes drain and
re-backing,
thermostatic
chambers, etc.) should
be optimized to To
The manufacturer should
minimize the energy minimize
endeavour to acquire
consumption. the
materials and components
environme
from suppliers who have a Where heat treatment
ntal impact
declared environmental is performed the
efficient
Energy policy as per one of the process shall be /
transport of
following document designed to minimize
finished
EN ISO 14021 or energy consumption,
product
EN ISO 14024 or use of coolants, and
should be
EN ISO 14025. ensure the
adopted.
environmentally
friendly disposal of
insulating material and
other waste.
The simplified tests
minimize the energy
consumption (Ref.
7.7.4)
Land / / / / /
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Table L2 - Environmental provisions - Outputs

Stages of the life cycle liaised to the manufacturing of the
equipment
All stages
Environmental
Pre-
Raw
manufacture
materials
d materials Production Packaging Transportation
and
and
energy
Issue
components
Outputs
The environmental
impact of welding
and allied processes
shall be assessed in
accordance with
EN 14717.
The requirements of
EN 14717 shall be
applied where
appropriate to shot
blasting and thermal
spraying. To minimize the
The environmental environmental
impact of the coating impact of
system selected, its emissions to air,
Emissions application and the efficient
/ / /
to air disposal of residues transport of
shall be minimized. finished product
should be
The environmental adopted.
impact of the surface
treatment at the end
of life disposal of the
regulator shall be
taken into account
when selecting the
system.
minimize the
emissions to air (Ref.
7.7.4)
Discharges
/ / / / /
to water
Discharges
/ / / / /
to soil
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equipment
All stages
Environmental
Pre-
Raw
manufacture
materials
d materials Production Packaging Transportation
and
and
energy
Issue
components
Unavoidable waste/scrap material
should be recycled like preferred
option.
Treatment, storage, transportation
and final disposal of solid and
liquid waste from production
process should be in compliance
Waste / / /
with applicable National and local
waste regulations
NOTE: At the time of writing
these activities are regulated by
the European Directive
2008/98/EC

minimize the noise
emissions (Ref. 7.7.4)
Noise levels from the
production process To minimize
should be evaluated noise emissions
Noise, and measures put efficient
vibration, into place to / transport of
/ /
radiation, minimize the impact finished product
heat loses upon the external should be
environment in adopted.
compliance with
applicable National
and local noise
regulations
Other relevant aspects

Risk to the
environment
from / / / / /
accidents or
unintended
use
Customer / / / / /
information
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Annex M
(informative)
Glossary
Table M.1 — Glossary
Term
English French German
— Accuracy — Précision — Regelgenauigkeit
— Accuracy class — Classe de précision — Genauigkeitsklasse
— Actual value — Valeur réelle — Istwert
— Actuator — Actionneur — Stellantrieb
— Atmospheric — Pression
— Luftdruck
pressure atmosphérique
— Accessoires
— Auxiliary devices — Zusatzeinrichtungen
auxiliaires
— Body — Corps — Stellgliedgehäuse
— Breather line — Conduit d’évent — Atmungsleitungen
— Casing of actuator — Enveloppe actionneur — Stellantriebsgehäuse
— Class — Class — Klasse
— Classe de zone de
— Class of look-up
pressure de — Schließdruckzonengruppe
pressure zone
fermeture
— Closing force — Force de fermeture — Schlieβkraft
— Component — Pression de service
— Komponentenbetriebsdruck
operating pressure du composant
— Control member — Organe de régulation — Stellglied
— Controlled variable — Grandeur régulée — Regelgröße
— Controller — Organe de mesure — Regeleinrichtung
— Diaphragm — Membrane — Membrane
— Differential pressure — Pression différentielle — Differenzdruck
— Régulateur de
— Direct acting gas — direkt wirkendes Gas-
pression à action
pressure regulator Druckregelgerät
directe
— Grandeurs de
— Disturbance variable — Störgröße
perturbation
— Conduit de mise à
— Exhaust line — Abblaseleitungen
l’atmosphère
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Term
— Régulateur à
— Fail close regulator — Fail-Close-Regelgerät
fermeture sur défaut
— Régulateur à
— Fail open regulator — Fail-Open-Regelgerät
ouverture sur défaut
— Failure — Défaillance — Versagen
— Family of — Réseau de courbes
— Kennlinienfeld
performance curves caractéristiques
— Flow coefficient Cg — Coefficient de debit Cg — Durchflusskoeffizient Cg
— Coefficient de debit
— Flow coefficient KG — Durchflusskoeffizient KG
KG
— Gas pressure — Régulateur de
— Gas-Druckregelgerät
regulator pression de gaz
— Gas volume — Volume de gaz — Gasvolumen
— Hysteresis band — Bande d’hystérésis — Hysterese
— Inlet pressure — Pression amont — Eingangsdruck
— Plage de pression
— Inlet pressure range — Eingangsdruckbereich
amont
— Paroi métallique
— Inner metallic — innere metallische
intérieure de
partition wall Trennwand
séparation
— Limit pressure — Pression limite — Grenzdruck
— Pression de
— Look-up pressure — Schließdruck
fermeture
— Look-up pressure — Classe de pression de
— Schließdruckgruppe
class fermeture
— Look-up pressure — Zone de pression de
— Schließdruckzone
zone fermeture
— Lock-up time — Temps de fermeture — Schließzeit
— Composants
— Main components — Hauptkomponenten
principaux
— Main diaphragm — Membrane principale — Hauptmembran
— Maximum accuracy — Débit maximal pour
— AC-Maximaldurchfluss
flow rate la classe de précision
— Maximum allowable — Pression maximale
— maximal zulässiger Druck
pressure admissible
— Maximum — Pression maximale de
— maximaler
component operating service d’un
Komponentenbetriebsdruck
pressure composant
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Term
— Maximum outlet — Pression aval
— maximaler Ausgangsdruck
pressure maximale
— Maximum inlet — Pression amont
— maximaler Eingangsdruck
pressure maximale
— Maximum/minimum — Température
— maximale/minimale
allowable maximale/minimale
zulässige Temperatur
temperature admissible
— Maximum value — Valeur maximale — Maximalwert
— Minimum flow rate — Débit minimum — Minimaldurchfluss
— Minimum inlet — Pression amont
— Minimaler Eingangsdruck
pressure minimale
— Minimum operating — Pression différentielle
— Mindestdruckgefälle
differential pressure de service minimale
— Minimum value — Valeur minimale — Minimalwert
— Monitor — Moniteur — Monitor
— Motorization — Pression de
— Stelldruck
pressure motorisation
— Nominal pressure — Pression nominale — Nenndruck
— Normal conditions — Conditions normales — Normbedingungen
— Outlet pressure — Pression aval — Ausgangsdruck
— Operating — Plage de température
— Betriebstemperaturbereich
temperature range de service
— Courbe
— Performance curve — Kennlinie
caractéristique
— Pilot — Pilote — Regler
— Pilot controlled gas — Régulateur à action — Gas-Druckregler mit
pressure regulator pilotée Hifsenergie
— Pression
— Pilot feeding pressure d’alimentation du — Eingangsdruck des Reglers
pilote
— Pressure — Pression — Druck
— Pressure bearing
— Parties sous pression — Druckbelastete Teile
parts
— Pressure containing — Parties soumises à la
— Druckhaltende Teile
parts pression
— Process and sensing — Lignes et prises — Mess- und
lines d’impulsion Funktionsleitungen
— Reference inlet — Température amont — Referenz
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Term
temperature de référence Eingangstemperatur
— Variation de
— Regulation change — Regelabweichung
régulation
— Regulator size — Taille du régulateur — Nennweite des Regelgeräts
— Safety factor — Facteur de sécurité — Sicherheitsbeiwert
— Seat ring — Garniture de siège — Ventilsitz-Dichtring
— Set point — Point de consigne — Sollwert
— Set range — Etendue de réglage — Führungsbereich
— Gamme de
— Series of regulators — Baureihe von Regelgerä10
régulateurs
— Niveau de pression
— Sound pressure level — Schalldruckpegel
acoustique
— Specific maximum — Pression maximale — spezifischer maximal
allowable pressure admissible spécifique zulässiger Druck
— Etendue de réglage — spezifischer
— Specific set range
spécifique Führungsbereich
— Stable conditions — Conditions stables — stabile Betriebsbedingungen
— Test pressure — Pression d’essai — Prüfdruck
— Valve seats — Sièges de clapet — Ventilsitz
— Volumetric flow rate — Débit volumétrique — Volumenstrom
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Annex ZA
(informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the essential

requirements of Directive 2014/68/EU aimed to be covered
This European Standard has been prepared under a Commission's standardization request M/071
given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association to provide one
voluntary means of conforming to essential requirements of the New Approach Directive 2014/68/EU
(PED).
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Communities under that Directive,
compliance with the normative clauses of this standard given in Table ZA.1 confers, within the limits of
the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity with the corresponding essential requirements
of that Directive and associated EFTA regulations.
Table ZA.1 — Correspondence between this European Standard and Annex I of the Directive
2014/68/EU
Essential Requirements of Clause(s)/subclause(s) of Remarks/Notes

Directive 2014/68/EU (PED) this EN
2.2.1 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, 4.3.6, 4.3.7 Design for adequate strength
4.1.8, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, 4.3.6,
2.2.3 4.3.7, 4.3.8, Calculation method
7.7.3.1
2.2.4 7.7.3.2 Experimental design method
2.7 4.1.9 Wear – Replacement of parts
4.1.2, 4.1.7 Design and independence from
integrated safety devices
5.5, 5.7, 7.7.6
2.11.1 and/or monitor
Fail-safe modes of fail close
4.1.2.1, 4.1.2.2, 4.1.2.3 regulator
Redundancy
2.11.2 7.7.9.3, 7.7.9.4.3 Pressure limiting devices
Preparation of component
3.1.1 4.2.1.6.1
parts
3.1.2 4.2.1.6.1 Permanent joining
Non-destructive tests
3.1.3 4.2.1.7.3
(qualification of personnel)
Heat treatment of fabrication
3.1.4 4.2.1.6.1
welds
3.1.5 4.2.1.6.2 Traceability
3.2.1 5.4.2, 7.7.10.2 Final inspection
3.2.2 7.7.4, 7.7.5 Proof test
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Directive 2014/68/EU (PED) this EN
3.3 10.2, 10.4 Marking and labelling
3.4 9.4 Operating instructions
Appropriate characteristics
4.1 (a), 4.1 (b), 4.2 (a), 4.2(b) 4.2.1.1, 4.2.1.2 and chemical resistance of
materials
Compliance of materials with
4.3 4.2.1.4, 4.2.1.5
specifications
Permissible membrane stress
7.1.2 4.3.7
(Allowable stresses)
7.2 4.3.8 Joint coefficients
7.3 7.7.9.3, 7.7.9.4.3 Short duration pressure surge
7.4 7.7.4 Hydrostatic pressure test
7.5 4.2.1.1, 4.2.1.2 Material characteristics
WARNING 1 — Presumption of conformity stays valid only as long as a reference to this European
Standard is maintained in the list published in the Official Journal of the European Union. Users of this
standard should consult frequently the latest list published in the Official Journal of the European
Union.
WARNING 2 — Other Union legislation may be applicable to the product(s) falling within the scope of
this standard.
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 334

ICS 23.060.40 Supersedes EN 334:2005+A1:2009

Gas pressure regulators for inlet pressure up to 10 MPa

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 April 2019.

EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels

5.2 Shell strength, external tightness and internal sealing .................................................................. 47

9.1.2 Test report ...................................................................................................................................................... 75

Annex F (informative) Order specification....................................................................................................... 94

Annex L (informative) Environmental Provisions ...................................................................................... 137

This document supersedes EN 334:2005+A1:2009.

— normative references have been updated;

— terms and definitions have been added;

— statistical strength test on the basis of PED provisions;

— definition of Cg flow coefficient and an improvement of KG flow coefficient by adding the

— improvement of the functional performance classification;

— Annex G – Materials has been updated;

— vent limiter as possible fixture to be assembled in the pressure regulators;

— integration of environmental requirements;

— the standard has been editorially revised.

— for an operating temperature range from – 20 °C to +60 °C,

— temperature class 2: operating temperature range from −20 °C to 60 °C;

— type IS: (integral strength type);

— type DS: (differential strength type).

— industrial process control valves in accordance with EN 1349.

2) The services lines are those defined in EN 12279.

EN 1349:2009, Industrial process control valves

EN 10204:2004, Metallic products - Types of inspection documents

EN 13445-4:2014/A1:2016, Unfired pressure vessels - Part 4: Fabrication

EN ISO 15614-2:2005/AC:2009, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic

ISO 1817:2015, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of the effect of liquids

ISO 3419:1981, Non-alloy and alloy steel butt-welding fittings

ISO 7005-2:1988, Metallic flanges — Part 2: Cast iron flanges

Recommended Practice N. SNT-TC-1A:2016, Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive

3 Terms and definitions

Note 1 to entry: See Figure 1, for example.

Figure 1 — Examples of a direct acting regulator

Note 1 to entry: See Figures 2 and 3, for example.

Figure 2 — Example of a pilot controlled regulator

Figure 3 — Example of a pilot controlled regulator with a diaphragm as control member

3.2 Terms and definitions of components of gas pressure regulators

EXAMPLE Plug, ball, disk, vane, gate, flexible element, etc.

— a pressure detecting element, normally a diaphragm, for the controlled variable

— a setting element to obtain the set value of the controlled variable;

— a pressure detecting element, normally a diaphragm, for the controlled variable;

— a system which provides the motorization energy for the actuator

— to detect the feedback of the controlled variable and/or;

— to provide the thrust to move the control member

EXAMPLE Throttle devices, creep devices, etc.

3.3 Terms, symbols and definitions related to functional performance

Note 1 to entry: Pressure is expressed in bar 3), unless otherwise stated.

3) 1 bar = 1 000 mbar = 105 N/m2 = 105 Pa = 10-1 MPa.

3.3.2 Terms, symbols and definitions related to flow

Note 1 to entry: Gas volume is expressed in m3.

Note 1 to entry: Volumetric flow rate is expressed in m3/h at normal conditions.