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PROPOSAL FOR A NEW DRAFT REGULATION

UNIFORM PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF:

1. SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OF MOTOR VEHICLES USING COMPRESSED

GASEOUS HYDROGEN;

2. VEHICLES WITH REGARD TO THE INSTALLATION OF SPECIFIC COMPONENTS

FOR THE USE OF COMPRESSED GASEOUS HYDROGEN;

Prepared by:
UN ECE WP.29 GRPE Informal Group “Hydrogen/Fuel Cell Vehicles” based on proposals
originally developed by the Partners of the European Integrated Hydrogen Project – Phase II
(EIHP2).

Notes:
1. For editing purposes the following colour codes have been adopted:
i) Green highlighting identifies reference to standards, etc.
ii) Yellow highlighting identifies references to other parts of this document.
2. A number of key words or phrases have been defined and are indicated in the text by
Capitalised Italic Font. As these definitions are crucial to the correct interpretation of
this document it is strongly recommended that they remain highlighted in the final
Regulation.

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CONTENTS
REGULATION

Page No.
1 Scope
2 Definitions, container types, pressure classifications and service
conditions

Part I SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OF MOTOR VEHICLES USING

COMPRESSED GASEOUS HYDROGEN
3 Application for approval
4 Markings
5 Approval
6 Specifications for hydrogen components
7 Modification of a specific component and extension of approval
8 Conformity of production
9 Penalties for non-conformity of production
10 Production definitely discontinued
11 Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for
conducting approval tests and of Administrative Departments

Part II VEHICLES WITH REGARD TO THE INSTALLATION OF

SPECIFIC COMPONENTS FOR THE USE OF COMPRESSED
GASEOUS HYDROGEN
12 Application for approval
13 Approval
14 Requirements for the installation of specific components for the
use of compressed gaseous hydrogen within motor vehicles
15 Modification of a vehicle type or hydrogen system and extension of
approval
16 Conformity of production
17 Penalties for non-conformity of production
18 Production definitely discontinued
19 Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for
conducting approval tests and of Administrative Departments

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ANNEXES

1 Essential characteristics of specific components

2 Essential characteristics of the vehicle, hydrogen related propulsion system and
other hydrogen related systems
3 Arrangement of the specific component approval marks
4 Communication concerning the approval, or refusal, or extension, or withdrawal, or
production definitely discontinued of a specific component pursuant to Regulation
No. Xx
5 Arrangements of approval marks for a vehicle type with regard to the installation of
a hydrogen system
6 Communication concerning the approval, or refusal, or extension, or withdrawal, or
production definitely discontinued of a vehicle type with regard to the installation of
a hydrogen system pursuant to Regulation No. Xx
7 Requirements and approval test procedures for containers
8 Requirements and approval test procedures for specific components other than
containers
9 Special requirements to be applied to the safety aspects of complex electronic
vehicle control systems
10 Provisions regarding hydrogen identification marks for public service vehicles

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1 SCOPE

This Regulation applies to:

1.1 Compressed gaseous hydrogen systems for motor vehicles in which the hydrogen is
stored in its gaseous phase under pressure and essentially at ambient temperature,
including the complete Hydrogen System, i.e. excluding the Propulsion System
(internal combustion engine or fuel cell system) or any auxiliary power unit.

1.2 Specific Components of motor vehicles of categories M* and N* using compressed

gaseous hydrogen (Part I of this Regulation).

1.3 Vehicles of categories M* and N* with regard to the installation of Specific

Components for the use of compressed gaseous hydrogen (Part II of this
Regulation).

Note: * As defined in the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles

(R.E.3), annex 7 (TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.1/Amend.2)

2 DEFINITIONS, CONTAINER TYPES, PRESSURE CLASSIFICATIONS AND

SERVICE CONDITIONS

2.1 DEFINITIONS

For the purpose of this Regulation and the accompanying Annexes the following
definitions shall apply and are indicated in the text by capitalised italic words, e.g.
Valve:

2.1.1 "Approval Of A Vehicle Type": Approval of a type of vehicle with regard to its
Hydrogen System installed as original equipment.

2.1.2 "Automatic Valve": A valve that is not operated manually. A Non-return Valve
is not an Automatic Valve.

2.1.3 “Auto-frettage”: A pressure application procedure used in manufacturing

Composite Containers with metal Liners, which strains the Liner past its yield
point sufficiently to cause permanent plastic deformation, which results in the
Liner having compressive stresses and the fibres having tensile stresses at
zero internal pressure.

2.1.4 “Auto-frettage Pressure”: The pressure within the Over-wrapped Container at

which the required distribution of stresses between the Liner and the Over-
wrap is established.

2.1.5 “Batch”: A production quantity of successively produced Finished Containers

having the same nominal dimensions, design, specified materials of
construction, process of manufacture, equipment for manufacture and, where
appropriate, conditions of time, temperature and atmosphere during heat
treatment.

2.1.6 "Boundary of Functional Operation": Defines the boundaries of the external

physical limits within which a system is able to maintain control.

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2.1.7 “Burst Pressure”: The Pressure at which the Container ruptures.

2.1.8 "CGH2": Compressed gaseous hydrogen.

2.1.9 "Complex Electronic Vehicle Control Systems": Those Electronic Control

Systems which are subject to a hierarchy of control in which one electronically
controlled function may be over-ridden by a higher level Electronic Control
System/function. In this case, the function that is over-ridden becomes part of
the complex system.

2.1.10 “Composite Container”: A Container constructed of more than one material.

2.1.11 "Container": Any vessel used for the storage of compressed gaseous
hydrogen within the temperature limits specified in this Regulation, excluding
any other Hydrogen Components which may be attached to or fitted inside the
Container.

2.1.12 “Container Assembly”: Two or more Containers with integral interconnecting

fuel lines, protectively encased inside a housing shell.

2.1.13 “Duty Cycle”: One start up and shut down cycle of the Hydrogen Conversion
System(s).

2.1.14 “Electronic Control System”: A combination of Units, designed to co-operate in

the production of the stated vehicle control function by electronic data
processing. Such systems, often controlled by software, are built from discrete
functional components such as sensors, electronic control units and actuators
and connected by Transmission Links. They may include mechanical, electro-
pneumatic or electro-hydraulic elements.

2.1.15 "Excess Flow System": A system that shuts off the flow without manual
intervention in the event of a line rupture or similar severe leakage.

2.1.16 “Filling Cycle”: A pressure increase of more than 25% of the Working
Pressure of the Container due to an external source of hydrogen.

2.1.17 “Finished Container”: A Container that is typical of normal production,

complete with identification marks and external coating including integral
insulation specified by the Manufacturer, but free from non-integral insulation
or protection.

2.1.18 “First Pressure Regulator”: The Pressure Regulator having the Container
pressure as its inlet pressure.

2.1.19 "Fitting": A non-permanent connector used in a piping, tubing or hose system.

2.1.20 "Flexible Fuel Line": A flexible tubing or hose of any length through which
hydrogen flows.

2.1.21 "Fuel Supply Line": The line that supplies the Hydrogen Conversion System(s)
with hydrogen.

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2.1.22 “Fully Wrap”: Over-wrap with the filaments wound around the Liner both in the
circumferential and longitudinal directions of the Container.

2.1.23 “Hoop Wrap”: Over-wrap with the filaments wound in a substantially

circumferential pattern over the cylindrical portion of the Liner, so that the
filaments do not carry any significant load in the longitudinal direction of the
Container.

2.1.24 "Hydrogen Component": A component that is in direct contact with hydrogen

or which forms part of a system installed because of the use of hydrogen. A
Hydrogen Component can consist of a combination of metallic and non-
metallic parts/subcomponents.

2.1.25 "Hydrogen Conversion System": Any system designed for the conversion of
hydrogen into electrical, mechanical or thermal energy, and includes, for
example, the Propulsion System(s) or auxiliary power unit(s).

2.1.26 “Hydrogen Filter”: A filter used to separate oil, water and dirt from hydrogen.

2.1.27 “Hydrogen Sensor”: A sensor used to detect hydrogen in air.

2.1.28 "Hydrogen System": An assembly of Hydrogen Components and connecting

parts fitted on motor vehicles using hydrogen, excluding the Hydrogen
Conversion System(s). The boundary between the Hydrogen System and the
Hydrogen Conversion System(s) shall be defined by the vehicle manufacturer,
but as a minimum requirement it shall be defined as the point(s) at which the
Nominal Working Pressure is higher than the:
i) Maximum operating Pressure of fuel cell system(s),
ii) The inlet Pressure of the gas mixer (carburettor or injector(s)) for
internal combustion engines or other combustion devices.

2.1.29 “Leak Test Gas”: Hydrogen, helium or an inert gas mixture containing at least
5% hydrogen or 10% helium or a demonstrated detectable amount of helium
or hydrogen gas.

2.1.30 “Liner”: A Container that is used as a gas tight, inner shell, on which
reinforcing fibres are filament wound to reach the necessary strength. Liners
may be designed to share the load with the reinforcement, or not to carry any
part of the load.

2.1.31 "Manual Valve": A manually operated valve.

2.1.32 “Manufacturer”: The person or organisation responsible for the design,

manufacturing, testing and conformity of production of a Hydrogen
Component.

2.1.33 “Maximum Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP)”: The maximum pressure to

which a component downstream of a Pressure Regulator is subjected.

2.1.34 “Multifunctional Component”: Specific Components combined or fitted

together and which may include Hydrogen Components.

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2.1.35 “Nm “ or “Ncm “ (normal cubic metre or centimetre): A volume of dry gas that
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occupies a volume of 1 m or 1 cm at a temperature of 273.15 K (0 °C) and
an absolute pressure of 101.325 kPa (1 atm).

2.1.36 “Nominal Working Pressure”: The pressure level at which a component

typically operates. For Containers it is the settled pressure at a uniform
0
temperature of 288K (15 C) for a full Container.

2.1.37 "Non-return Valve": A valve that allows hydrogen to flow in only one direction.

2.1.38 “Over-wrap”: Resin impregnated continuous filaments used as reinforcement

around a Liner.

2.1.39 "Pressure": Gauge pressure measured in MPa against atmospheric pressure,

unless otherwise stated.

2.1.40 "Pressure Regulator": A device used to control the delivery Pressure of

gaseous fuel to the Hydrogen Conversion System.

2.1.41 "Pressure Relief Device": A non-reclosing thermally activated device that

prevents a Container from bursting due to fire effects.

2.1.42 “Pressure Relief Valve”: A reclosing pressure activated device that prevents a
Hydrogen Component from bursting due to excessive pressure.

2.1.43 "Propulsion System": The internal combustion engine or fuel cell system used
to propel the vehicle

2.1.44 "Range of Control": Refers to an output variable and defines the range over
which the system is likely to exercise control.

2.1.45 "Receptacle": A device fitted in the vehicle used to permit refilling of the
Container(s), i.e. a filling unit.

2.1.46 “Removable Storage System”: A removable system within a vehicle that

houses and protects one or more Containers or a Container Assembly and
includes all Class 0 Hydrogen Components used in the Hydrogen System.

2.1.47 “Removable Storage System Connector”: The hydrogen connection device

between a Removable Storage System and the section of the Hydrogen
System permanently installed in the vehicle. A Removable Storage System
Connector consists of parts mounted on the Removable Storage System and
on the vehicle.

2.1.48 "Rigid Fuel Line": Tubing that has not been designed to flex in normal
operation and through which hydrogen flows.

2.1.49 ”Safety Concept": Measures designed into the system to ensure safe
operation even in the event of a failure or random faults.

2.1.50 "Safety Device": A device intended to ensure safe operation.

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2.1.51 "Safety Instrumented Systems": Process control systems that prevent an

impermissible fault range from being reached by an automatic intervention in
the process.

2.1.52 “Service Life”: The life in years during which the Containers may safely be
used in accordance with the service conditions.

2.1.53 "Specific Component": A Hydrogen Component that is subjected to type

approval in accordance with this Regulation.

2.1.54 "Transmission Links": The means used for interconnecting distributed Units for
the purpose of conveying signals, operating data or an energy supply. This
equipment is generally electrical but can be mechanical, pneumatic or
hydraulic.

2.1.55 "Units": The smallest divisions of system components that will be considered,
as these combinations of components will be treated as single entities for
purposes of identification, analysis or replacement.

2.1.56 “Usage Monitoring And Control System”: A system that counts the Filling
Cycles and prevents further use of the vehicle when a predetermined number
of Filling Cycles is exceeded.

2.1.57 "Vehicle Type": A vehicle fitted with Specific Components for the use of
hydrogen that does not differ with respect to the following conditions:
i) The Manufacturer(s),
ii) The installation of the Hydrogen Components,
iii) Type(s) of Specific Components.

2.2 CONTAINER TYPES

A Container shall be classified into the following types according to the type of
construction:

Type 1 Seamless metallic Container.

Type 2 Hoop Wrapped Container with a seamless metallic Liner.

Type 3 Fully Wrapped Container with a seamless or welded metallic Liner.

Type 4 Fully Wrapped Container with a non-metallic Liner.

2.3 PRESSURE CLASSIFICATIONS

Hydrogen Components shall be classified with regard to their Nominal Working

Pressure and function as defined below:

Class 0 High-pressure components/systems including fuel lines and Fittings

containing hydrogen at a Nominal Working Pressure greater than 3.0
MPa.

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Class 1 Medium-pressure components/systems including fuel lines and Fittings

containing hydrogen at a Nominal Working Pressure greater than 0.45
MPa and up to and including 3.0 MPa.

Class 2 Low-pressure components/systems including fuel lines and Fittings

containing hydrogen at a Nominal Working Pressure up to and
including 0.45 MPa.

2.4 SERVICE CONDITIONS

Unless indicated otherwise the following service conditions shall apply throughout this
Regulation and its Annexes:

2.4.1 Service Life

The Service Life of Hydrogen Components shall be specified by the vehicle

manufacturer and may vary with different applications, however, it shall not
exceed 20 years.

2.4.2 Working Pressure

The vehicle manufacturer shall specify the Nominal Working Pressure(s) of

the Hydrogen System. For the components downstream of the First
Pressure Regulator, the MAWP(s) shall also be specified.

The MAWP(s) shall be equal to or shall exceed the set pressure of the
overpressure protection specified in Paragraph 14.1.18 of this Regulation.

2.4.3 External Surfaces

The effects on external surfaces of the Hydrogen Components in their

installed position shall be considered in relation to the following:
i) Water, either by intermittent immersion or road spray,
ii) Salt, due to the operation of the vehicle near the ocean or where ice
melting salt is used,
iii) Ultra-violet radiation from sunlight,
iv) Impact of gravel,
v) Solvents, acids and alkalis, fertilisers,
vi) Automotive fluids, including gasoline, hydraulic fluids, battery acid,
glycol and oils,
vii)Exhaust gases.

2.4.4 Gas Composition

Compressed hydrogen gas shall comply with, or be of greater purity than,

the Type 1, Grade A gas composition specified in ISO
14687:1999/Cor1:2001 Hydrogen Fuel – Product Specification.

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2.4.5 Temperatures

2.4.5.1 Material Temperatures

The normal operating temperature range for materials used in

Hydrogen Components shall be -40°C to +85°C except for:
i) Hydrogen Components situated in an internal
combustion engine compartment for which the
temperature range shall be -40°C to +105°C,
ii) Hydrogen Components either installed on an internal
combustion engine, or directly exposed to the operating
temperature of an internal combustion engine, for which
the temperature range shall be -40°C to +120°C.

2.4.5.2 Gas Temperatures

The average gas temperature shall be between -40°C to +85°C

in normal conditions including filling or discharging.

2.4.6 Filling Cycles

This Paragraph is only applicable to Class 0 Hydrogen Components.

2.4.6.1 General

The number of Filling Cycles for the Hydrogen Components

approved in accordance with this Regulation shall be 5000 cycles
except as permitted in Paragraphs 2.4.6.2 and 2.4.6.3 of this
Regulation.

2.4.6.2 Extended Number of Filling Cycles

The vehicle manufacturer may specify an extended number of

Filling Cycles for the Hydrogen Components based on the design
lifetime mileage of the vehicle and range with maximum fuel
capacity, but shall not be less than 5000 cycles, i.e.:

Design lifetime mileage of the vehicle, L

Range with maximum fuel capacity, R

Number of Filling Cycles = L/R but not less than 5000

2.4.6.3 Reduced Number of Filling Cycles

Provided that a Usage Monitoring And Control System is

installed as part of the Hydrogen System, the number of Filling
Cycles for Hydrogen Components approved in accordance with
this Regulation shall be specified by the vehicle manufacturer
and may be less than 5000 cycles and may vary with different
applications based on the design lifetime mileage of the vehicle
and range with maximum fuel capacity. The Usage Monitoring
And Control System shall prevent any further use of the vehicle
when the specified number of Filling Cycles is exceeded, until the

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Hydrogen Components that have exceeded that value are

replaced with new Hydrogen Components.

The safety concept of the Usage Monitoring And Control System

shall be approved in accordance with Annex 9 of this Regulation.

2.4.7 Duty Cycles

2.4.7.1 General

The number of Duty Cycles for Hydrogen Components

approved in accordance with this Regulation shall be 50,000
cycles except as permitted in Paragraph 2.4.7.2 of this
Regulation.

2.4.7.2 Reduced or Extended Number of Duty Cycles

The vehicle manufacturer may specify a reduced or extended

number of Duty Cycles for each Hydrogen Component based
on the design lifetime mileage of the vehicle divided by 20, i.e.:

Design lifetime mileage of the vehicle, L (km)

Number of Duty Cycles = L(km)/20.

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PART I

SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OF
MOTOR VEHICLES USING COMPRESSED GASEOUS HYDROGEN

3 APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL

3.1 The application for approval of a Specific Component or Multifunctional Component

shall be submitted by the holder of the trade name or mark or by his duly accredited
representative.

3.2 The application for type approval shall be accompanied by the following documents in
triplicate:

i) A detailed description of the type of the Specific Component according to

Annex 1 to this Regulation,
ii) A drawing of the Specific Component sufficiently detailed and on an appropriate
scale with a list of parts including material data and intended operating mode,
iii) Verification of compliance with the specifications prescribed in Paragraph 6 of
this Regulation.

3.3 At the request of the Technical Service responsible for conducting approval tests, two
samples of the Specific Component shall be provided unless otherwise stated in this
Regulation.

3.4 The Competent Authority shall verify the existence of satisfactory arrangements for
ensuring effective control of conformity of production before type approval is granted.

4 MARKINGS

4.1 The samples of the Specific Component submitted for approval shall bear the trade
name or mark of the Manufacturer and the type; and in addition for Flexible Fuel
Lines the manufacturing month and year. The marking shall be legible and indelible.

4.2 All Specific Components shall have a space large enough to accommodate the
approval mark. This space shall be shown on the drawings referred to in Paragraph
3.2 ii) of this Regulation.

5 APPROVAL

5.1 If the Specific Component samples submitted for approval meet the relevant
requirements of Paragraph 6 of this Regulation, approval of the type of Specific
Component shall be granted.

5.2 An Approval number shall be assigned to each type of Specific Component type
approved. Its first two digits shall indicate the series of amendments to this
Regulation incorporating the most recent major technical amendments made at the
time of granting the approval (00 for the Regulation in its original form). The same
Contracting Party shall not assign the allocated code to another type of Specific
Component.

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5.3 Notice of approval or of refusal or of extension of approval of a Specific Component

in accordance with this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the
Agreement applying this Regulation by the Administrative Department by means of a
form conforming to the model in Annex 4 to this Regulation.

5.4 In addition to the markings prescribed in Paragraph 4.1 of this Regulation and for
Containers in Annex 7 to this Regulation, there shall be affixed conspicuously in the
space referred to in Paragraph 4.2 of this Regulation, to all Specific Components
conforming to a type approved under this Regulation, an international approval mark
consisting of:
i) A circle surrounding the letter "E“ followed by the distinguishing number of the
country that has granted approval (see Note *1 below).
ii) The number of this Regulation, followed by the letter "R", a dash and the
approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in i) above. This approval
number consists of the Specific Component type approval number that appears
on the certificate completed for this type (see Paragraph 5.2 of this Regulation
and Annex 4 to this Regulation) preceded by 2 figures indicating the sequence of
the latest series of amendments to this Regulation.

5.5 The approval mark shall be clearly legible and indelible.

5.6 Annex 3 to this Regulation gives an example of the arrangement of the aforesaid
approval mark.

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Note *1:
1 for Germany, 2 for France, 3 for Italy, 4 for Netherlands, 5 for Sweden, 6 for Belgium, 7 for
Hungary, 8 for the Czech Republic, 9 for Spain, 10 for Yugoslavia, 11 for the United
Kingdom, 12 for Austria, 13 for Luxembourg, 14 for Switzerland, 15 (vacant), 16 for Norway,
17 for Finland, 18 for Denmark, 19 for Romania, 20 for Poland, 21 for Portugal, 22 for the
Russian Federation, 23 for Greece, 24 Ireland, 25 for Croatia, 26 for Slovenia, 27 for
Slovakia, 28 for Belarus, 29 for Estonia, 30 (vacant), 31 for Bosnia and Herzegovina, 32-36
(vacant), 37 for Turkey,38-39 (vacant) and 40 for the former Yugoslav Republic of
Macedonia, 43 Japan.
Subsequent numbers shall be assigned to other countries in the chronological order in which
they ratify or accede to the Agreement concerning the Adoption of Uniform Technical
Prescriptions for Wheeled Vehicles, Equipment and Parts which can be Fitted or be Used on
Wheeled Vehicles and the Conditions for Reciprocal Recognition of Approvals Granted on
the Basis of these Prescriptions, and the numbers thus assigned shall be communicated by
the Secretary-General of the United Nations to the Contracting Parties to the Agreement.

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6 SPECIFICATIONS FOR HYDROGEN COMPONENTS

6.1 GENERAL PROVISIONS

6.1.1 The Hydrogen Components shall function in a correct and safe way as
specified in this Regulation. They shall remain functional under the
mechanical, thermal and chemical service conditions specified in Paragraph
2.4 of this Regulation, and shall also reliably withstand these conditions
without leaking or visibly deforming.

6.1.2 The materials of components which are in contact with hydrogen shall be
compatible with hydrogen and expected additives and production
contaminants.

6.1.3 Material compatibility with the service conditions defined in Paragraph 2.4 of
this Regulation shall be demonstrated either by the material tests in Annexes
7 and 8 to this Regulation, or by a previously approved test certificate.

6.1.4 All Hydrogen Components that are designed for uni-directional flow shall have
the flow direction clearly indicated.

6.1.5 Specific Components shall be type approved in accordance with the relevant
electromagnetic compatibility requirements of ECE Regulation No 10, 02
series of amendments, or equivalent.

6.1.6 Specific Components where used in the Hydrogen System include:

i) Class 0 components. These components where used may
include:
Automatic Valve,
Container,
Container Assembly,
Fittings,
Flexible Fuel Line,
Heat exchanger,
Hydrogen Filter,
Manual Valve,
Non-return Valve,
Pressure Regulator,
Pressure Relief Device,
Pressure Relief Valve,
Receptacle.
Removable Storage System Connector,
Sensors (pressure or temperature or hydrogen or flow
sensors) if used as a Safety Device.
ii) The Usage Monitoring And Control System referred to in
Paragraph 2.4.6.3 of this Regulation,
iii) The vehicle interface system defined in Paragraph 14.3.9 of
this Regulation,
iv) The Excess Flow System defined in Paragraph 14.1.16 of this
Regulation,
v) The overpressure protection system, e.g. Pressure Relief
Valve, defined in Paragraph 14.1.18 of this Regulation,
vi) The heat exchanger failure detection system defined in
Paragraph 14.1.19 of this Regulation
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6.1.7 The functions of Specific Components may be combined or fitted together

with other Specific Components or Hydrogen Components as a Multifunctional
Component, but for the purposes of this Regulation will be classified as a
Specific Component. A Multifunctional Component shall be type approved in
accordance with the requirements for the Specific Components that it
combines.

6.1.8 Welded fittings or connections shall be described in a production process for

each individual type of welding. Welded connections upstream of the First
Pressure Regulator shall be hydraulically pressure tested to 3 times Nominal
Working Pressure without rupturing. Welded connections downstream of the
First Pressure Regulator shall be hydraulically pressure tested to 3 times
Maximum Allowable Working Pressure without rupturing.

6.1.9 Unless indicated otherwise, the requirements of this Regulation and its
Annexes shall take precedence over any standards referred to herein.

6.1.10 The documentation and test reports shall be sufficiently detailed to enable an
independent third party test facility to reproduce the appropriate type approval
tests and test results.

6.2 PROVISIONS REGARDING CONTAINERS

6.2.1 Containers of Types 1 to 4 as defined in Paragraph 2.2 of this Regulation,

shall be type approved pursuant to the provisions laid down in Annex 7 to this
Regulation.

6.2.2 The shape of a Container is free provided that it fulfils all the appropriate
provisions laid down in Annex 7 to this Regulation.

6.2.3 Container Assembly

6.2.3.1 A Container Assembly shall be approved as one Container if both the

Container Assembly and constituent Containers are approved in
accordance with the provisions laid down in Annex 7 to this
Regulation.

6.2.3.2 Alternatively a Container Assembly shall be approved as one

Container if the Container Assembly fulfils the provisions laid down in
Annex 7 to this Regulation. The constituent Containers need not fulfil
all the provisions laid down in Annex 7 to this Regulation, provided that
the Container Assembly fulfils all the provisions of Annex 7 appropriate
to the type of materials and method of construction used.

6.2.3.3 Notwithstanding the requirements of Paragraphs 6.2.3.1 and 6.2.3.2, a

Container Assembly shall fulfil the requirements of Paragraphs B12
(bonfire test), B18 (impact damage test) and B19 (leak test) of Annex
7 to this Regulation.

6.2.3.4 A maximum of 4 Containers per Container Assembly shall be

permitted.

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6.2.3.5 Flexible Fuel Lines shall not be used as integral interconnecting fuel
lines in a Container Assembly.

6.3 PROVISIONS REGARDING SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OTHER THAN

CONTAINERS OR CONTAINER ASSEMBLIES

6.3.1 Specific Components other than Containers or Container Assemblies shall be

type approved according to Annex 8 to this Regulation.

6.3.2 Unless otherwise stated in this Regulation, the parts of a Removable Storage
System Connector mounted on the Removable Storage System and on the
vehicle shall be treated as separate components.

6.4 PROVISIONS REGARDING RIGID FUEL LINES

Rigid Fuel Lines upstream of the First Pressure Regulator shall be bent through 180
degrees at the minimum bending radius specified by the Manufacturer and shall then
be hydraulically pressure tested to 3 times Nominal Working Pressure without
rupturing. Rigid Fuel Lines, downstream of the First Pressure Regulator shall be bent
through 180 degrees at the minimum bending radius specified by the Manufacturer
and shall then be hydraulically pressure tested to 3 times MAWP without rupturing.

6.5 PROVISIONS REGARDING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Electrical components of equipment in contact with hydrogen shall:

i) Be insulated in such a manner that no current passes through hydrogen
containing parts,
ii) Have the electrical system of the device insulated from the:
a) Body of the component,
b) Container or Container Assembly.

7 MODIFICATIONS OF A TYPE OF A SPECIFIC COMPONENT AND EXTENSION OF

APPROVAL

7.1 Every modification of a Specific Component shall be notified to the Administrative

Department that granted the type approval. The Administrative Department may then
either:
i) Consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciably
adverse effect, and that the component still meets the requirements of this
Regulation;
or
ii) Require a further report from the Technical Service responsible for carrying out
the tests. Modifications of Containers require approval testing as specified in
Paragraph A7 of Annex 7 to this Regulation.

7.2 Notice of confirmation, extension or refusal of approval shall be communicated by the

procedure specified in Paragraph 5.3 of this Regulation to the Parties to the
Agreement that apply this Regulation.

7.3 The competent authority issuing the extension of approval shall assign a series
number to each communication form (specified in Paragraph 5.3 of this Regulation)

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issued for such an extension, and shall inform the other Parties to the Agreement
with a form conforming to the model in Annex 4 to this Regulation.

8 CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in the
Agreement, Appendix 2 (E/ECE/324-E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.2) and with the
following requirements:
i) A Hydrogen Component type approved according to this Regulation shall be
manufactured so as to conform to the type approved by meeting the
requirements specified in Paragraph 6 of this Regulation.
ii) The approval authority that has granted type approval may at any time verify the
conformity control methods applied in each production facility. The normal
frequency of these verifications shall be once every two years.

9 PENALTIES FOR NON-CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

9.1 The approval granted in respect of a Specific Component in accordance with this
Regulation may be withdrawn if the requirements laid down in Paragraph 8 of this
Regulation are not complied with.

9.2 If a Contracting Party to the Agreement that applies this Regulation withdraws an
approval it has previously granted, it shall immediately notify the other Contracting
Parties applying this Regulation by means of a communication form conforming to
the model in Annex 4 to this Regulation.

10 PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED

If the holder of the approval for a Specific Component type approved in accordance
with this Regulation, permanently ceases to manufacture the component, he shall
immediately inform the authority which granted the approval. Upon receiving the
relevant communication, that authority shall inform the other Parties to the
Agreement applying this Regulation of that communication, by means of a
communication form conforming to the model in Annex 4 to this Regulation.

11 NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONDUCTING APPROVAL TESTS AND OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS

The Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation shall communicate to the
United Nations Secretariat the names and addresses of the Technical Services
responsible for conducting approval tests and of the Administrative Departments
which grant approval and to which forms certifying approval or extension or refusal or
withdrawal of approval issued in other countries, are to be sent.

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PART II
VEHICLES WITH REGARD TO THE INSTALLATION OF SPECIFIC COMPONENTS FOR
THE USE OF COMPRESSED GASEOUS HYDROGEN

12 APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL

12.1 The application for Approval Of A Vehicle Type with regard to the installation of
Specific Components for the use of compressed gaseous hydrogen shall be
submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by his duly accredited representative.

12.2 The application shall be accompanied by a description of the vehicle comprising all
the relevant particulars referred to in Annex 2 to this Regulation in triplicate.

12.3 A vehicle, representative of the Vehicle Type to be type approved, shall be submitted
to the Technical Service conducting the approval tests.

12.4 The competent authority shall verify the existence of satisfactory arrangements for
ensuring effective control of conformity of production before type approval is granted.

13 APPROVAL

13.1 If the vehicle submitted for type approval pursuant to this Regulation is fitted with
Specific Components in accordance with Part I of this Regulation and meets the
requirements of Part II of this Regulation, approval of that Vehicle Type shall be
granted.

13.2 An approval number shall be assigned to each Vehicle Type approved. Its first two
digits shall indicate the series of amendments to this Regulation incorporating the
most recent major technical amendments made at the time of granting the approval
(00 for the Regulation in its original form). The same Contracting Party shall not
assign the approval number to another Vehicle Type.

13.3 Notice of approval or of refusal or of extension of Approval Of A Vehicle Type in

accordance with this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the
Agreement applying this Regulation by means of a form conforming to the model in
Annex 6 to this Regulation.

13.4 There shall be affixed to every Vehicle Type approved under this Regulation,
conspicuously and in a readily accessible space specified on the approval form
referred to in Paragraph 13.3 of this Regulation, an international approval mark
consisting of:
i) A circle surrounding the letter "E“ followed by the distinguishing number of the
country that has granted approval (see Note *1 below).
ii) The number of this Regulation, followed by the letter "R", a dash and the
approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in Paragraph i) above. This
approval number consists of the Vehicle Type approval number that appears on
the certificate completed for this type (see Paragraphs 13.2 and 13.3 of this
Regulation and Annex 6 to this Regulation).

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13.5 If the vehicle conforms to a Vehicle Type approved under one or more other
Regulations annexed to the Agreement in the country which has granted approval
under this Regulation, the symbol prescribed in Paragraph 13.4 i) of this Regulation
need not to be repeated. In such a case, the Regulation and approval numbers and
the additional symbols of all the Regulations under which approval has been granted
in the country that has granted approval under this Regulation shall be placed in
vertical columns to the right of the symbol prescribed in Paragraph 13.4 i) of this
Regulation.

13.6 The type approval mark shall be clearly legible and be indelible.

13.7 The type approval mark shall be placed close to or on the statutory plate of the
vehicle.

13.8 Annex 5 to this Regulation gives examples of the arrangement of the type approval
mark referred to above.

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Note *1:
1 for Germany, 2 for France, 3 for Italy, 4 for Netherlands, 5 for Sweden, 6 for Belgium, 7 for
Hungary, 8 for the Czech Republic, 9 for Spain, 10 for Yugoslavia, 11 for the United
Kingdom, 12 for Austria, 13 for Luxembourg, 14 for Switzerland, 15 (vacant), 16 for Norway,
17 for Finland, 18 for Denmark, 19 for Romania, 20 for Poland, 21 for Portugal, 22 for the
Russian Federation, 23 for Greece, 24 Ireland, 25 for Croatia, 26 for Slovenia, 27 for
Slovakia, 28 for Belarus, 29 for Estonia, 30 (vacant), 31 for Bosnia and Herzegovina, 32-36
(vacant), 37 for Turkey,38-39 (vacant) and 40 for the former Yugoslav Republic of
Macedonia, 43 Japan.
Subsequent numbers shall be assigned to other countries in the chronological order in which
they ratify or accede to the Agreement concerning the Adoption of Uniform Technical
Prescriptions for Wheeled Vehicles, Equipment and Parts which can be Fitted or be Used on
Wheeled Vehicles and the Conditions for Reciprocal Recognition of Approvals Granted on
the Basis of these Prescriptions, and the numbers thus assigned shall be communicated by
the Secretary-General of the United Nations to the Contracting Parties to the Agreement.

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14 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SPECIFIC COMPONENTS FOR

THE USE OF COMPRESSED GASEOUS HYDROGEN WITHIN MOTOR VEHICLES

14.1 GENERAL

14.1.1 The Hydrogen System of a vehicle shall function in a safe and proper
manner. It shall reliably withstand the chemical, electrical, mechanical and
thermal service conditions specified in Paragraph 2.4 of this Regulation
without leaking or visibly deforming. The number of Hydrogen
Components, connections and the length of lines shall be kept to the
minimum compatible with safety and the correct functioning of the
Hydrogen System.

14.1.2 Specific Components of the Hydrogen System shall be type approved

pursuant to Part I of this Regulation.

14.1.3 The materials used in the Hydrogen System shall be compatible with
gaseous hydrogen and expected additives and production contaminants,
and expected temperatures and pressures.

14.1.4 The temperature range shall be in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5 of this
Regulation.

14.1.5 No component of the Hydrogen System, including any protective materials

that form part of such components, shall project beyond the outline of the
vehicle or protective structure. This shall not apply if a Hydrogen
Component is adequately protected and no part of the Hydrogen
Component is located outside this protective structure.

14.1.6 The Hydrogen System shall be installed such that it is protected against
damage so far as is reasonably practical, such as damage due to moving
vehicle components, impacts, grit or due to the loading or unloading of the
vehicle or the shifting of loads. This Paragraph also applies to Pressure
Relief Device vents.

14.1.7 No component of the Hydrogen System shall be located near the exhaust
of an internal combustion engine or other heat source, unless such
components are adequately shielded against heat.

14.1.8 The ventilating or heating system for a passenger compartment and places
where leakage or accumulation of hydrogen is possible shall be kept apart
so that hydrogen is not drawn into the vehicle.

14.1.9 Reasonable precautions shall be taken to avoid failure of other circuits

affecting the Hydrogen System.

14.1.10 The Hydrogen System shall be pressurised to Nominal Working Pressure

using Leak Test Gas and tested for leakage with a surface active agent
without formation of bubbles for three minutes, or by using a demonstrated
equivalent method The permitted leakage rate is applicable to tests with
100% hydrogen only. Permitted leakage rates for other gases or gas
mixtures shall be converted to an equivalent leakage rate to that for 100%
hydrogen.

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14.1.11 In the event of hydrogen leakage or venting, hydrogen shall not be allowed
to accumulate in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces.

14.1.12 Hydrogen Components that could leak hydrogen and that are mounted
within the passenger or luggage compartment or other non-ventilated
compartment shall be enclosed by a gas tight housing in accordance with
Paragraph 14.10 of this Regulation or by an equivalent solution.

14.1.13 The location of the Container or Container Assembly shall take into
account possible sources of corrosion, e.g. due to road de-icing salt,
leakage of acid batteries.

14.1.14 A minimum overpressure of 0.2 MPa shall be maintained in the Container

or Container Assembly at ambient temperature.

14.1.15 All Pressure Relief Devices, other safety components and vent lines shall
be protected against unauthorised interference so far as is reasonably
practicable.

14.1.16 An Excess Flow System shall be part of the Hydrogen System.

14.1.17 Automatic Valves shall fail to the safest mode of operation for the particular
application, i.e. fail-safe.

14.1.18 The Hydrogen System downstream of a Pressure Regulator shall be

protected against overpressure due to the possible failure of the Pressure
Regulator. The set pressure of a Pressure Relief Valve shall be:
i) Lower than or equal to the MAWP for the appropriate section of the
Hydrogen System,
ii) Higher than or equal to 1.3 times the Nominal Working Pressure for
the appropriate section of the Hydrogen System.

14.1.19 A system shall be provided to detect failure in either circuit of a heat

exchanger and prevent hydrogen from entering the other circuit(s), if the
interface(s) is not able to withstand loss of pressure in either circuit.

14.2 INSTALLATION OF A CONTAINER ON-BOARD A VEHICLE

14.2.1 A Container or Container Assembly shall be permanently installed on-board

the vehicle and shall only be removed for maintenance. A Container or
Container Assembly shall not be installed in the internal combustion engine
compartment.

14.2.2 Notwithstanding the provisions of Paragraph 14.2.1 of this Regulation, a

Removable Storage System may be removed from the vehicle for refilling.
The Container(s) or Container Assembly and the Hydrogen Components
forming the Removable Storage System shall be permanently installed
within the Removable Storage System.

14.2.3 A Container or Container Assembly can fulfil integrated functions of the

vehicle. A Container or Container Assembly shall be designed to fulfil the
integrated function requirements plus the Container requirements.

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14.2.4 A Container or Container Assembly including Safety Devices shall be

mounted and fixed so that the following accelerations can be absorbed
(without degrading the function of Safety Devices) when the Container or
Container Assembly is full. No uncontrolled release of hydrogen is
permitted.

Vehicles of categories M1 and N1:

i) +/-20 g in the direction of travel
ii) +/-8 g horizontally perpendicular to the direction of travel

Vehicles of categories M2 and N2:

i) +/-10 g in the direction of travel
ii) +/-5 g horizontally perpendicular to the direction of travel

Vehicles of categories M3 and N3:

i) +/-6.6 g in the direction of travel
ii) +/-5 g horizontally perpendicular to the direction of travel

A calculation method can be used instead of practical testing if its

equivalence can be demonstrated by the applicant for approval to the
satisfaction of the Technical Service.

14.2.5 The provision of Paragraph 14.2.4 shall not apply if the vehicle is approved
according to ECE R 94 and ECE R 95, nonetheless, no uncontrolled
release of hydrogen is permitted.

14.2.6 Pressure Relief Device(s) in accordance with Paragraph 14.5 of this

Regulation shall form the fire protection system for a Container or
Container Assembly to prevent rupture. Thermal insulation or other
protective measures shall not influence the response and performance of
the Pressure Relief Device(s).

14.2.7 A Container or Container Assembly with non-metallic Liner(s) shall not be

installed inside the vehicle unless integrated into a system which ensures
that permeated hydrogen will be vented outside the vehicle, e.g. it is
installed inside a gas tight housing in accordance with Paragraph 14.10 of
this Regulation.

14.3 REMOVABLE STORAGE SYSTEM

14.3.1 The components of a Hydrogen System within a Removable Storage

System shall fulfil all the requirements of this Regulation as if it were
permanently installed in the vehicle unless otherwise stated below.

14.3.2 A Removable Storage System shall protect the Container(s) or Container

Assembly and Hydrogen Components forming the Removable Storage
System from damage during the handling operations necessary for
installation, removal, storage and handling. The Manufacturer shall
demonstrate that reasonable measures have been taken to the satisfaction
of the Technical Service in charge of approval.

14.3.3 Effective measures shall be taken to prevent unauthorised removal of the

Removable Storage System.

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14.3.4 A single interface for the flow of hydrogen shall be provided between the
Removable Storage System and the part of the Hydrogen System
permanently installed in the vehicle. The Nominal Working Pressure of the
Hydrogen System at the interface shall be less than or equal to 3.0 MPa.

14.3.5 When the Removable Storage System is installed in the vehicle the
connection with the part of the Hydrogen System permanently installed in
the vehicle shall be made without the use of tools and shall be capable of
fulfilling the requirements of Paragraphs 14.1.10 and 14.2.4 of this
Regulation.

14.3.6 At the time of disconnection of the Removable Storage System, the volume
of hydrogen released shall not exceed 200Ncm3 and shall not be released
near a possible ignition source. The build up of hydrogen due to successive
disconnections shall be prevented.

14.3.7 The part of the Removable Storage System Connector permanently fitted
to the vehicle shall be of a unique design for the applicable vehicle type
and shall not be compatible with standard refilling nozzles for either
hydrogen or other gaseous fuels.

14.3.8 The flow of hydrogen from a Removable Storage System shall be

prevented if a Removable Storage System is installed with a higher
Maximum Allowable Working Pressure than that of the permanent part of
the vehicle’s Hydrogen System.

14.3.9 Opening of the Automatic Valve(s) mounted on a Container(s) or a

Container Assembly shall not be possible when the Removable Storage
System is not correctly connected to the permanently fixed section of the
vehicle’s Hydrogen System. A vehicle interface system shall verify that a
correct connection between the Removable Container System and the
vehicle is established before permitting the Automatic Valve(s) to open.
The vehicle interface system shall also verify that the Removable Storage
System is compatible with the vehicle’s Hydrogen System before permitting
the Automatic Valve(s) to open.

14.3.10 Disconnection or removal of the Removable Storage System shall not be

possible unless the Automatic Valve mounted on a Container(s) or a
Container Assembly is in the closed position and no combustion sources
are in operation, for example, heaters on the vehicle.

14.3.11 Use of the Hydrogen System shall be prevented if a partial or total failure of
the Removable Storage System Connector or electrical connectors
between the Removable Storage System and the vehicle occurs, that may
affect the safety of the Hydrogen System.

14.3.12 The installation and removal operations for the Removable Storage System
shall be illustrated on a label attached to the vehicle close to the mounting
point of the Removable Storage System. The label shall also state the
Nominal Working Pressure of the Container(s) or Container Assembly and
the Removable Storage System Connector.

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14.3.13 A label shall be attached to the Removable Storage System stating the
Nominal Working Pressure of the Container(s) or Container Assembly and
the Removable Storage System Connector.

14.3.14 The vehicle type approval mark specified in Paragraph 13.4 of this
Regulation shall be reproduced on the Removable Storage System.

14.4 AUTOMATIC VALVE(S) OR NON-RETURN VALVE(S) FOR ISOLATING A

CONTAINER OR CONTAINER ASSEMBLY

14.4.1 The flow of hydrogen from a Container or Container Assembly into the Fuel
Supply Line shall be secured with an Automatic Valve (idle closed). This
valve shall be mounted directly on or within either every Container or one
Container in a Container Assembly.

14.4.2 The Receptacle shall be integrated with a Non-return Valve. If the

Receptacle is not mounted directly on either the Container or one
Container in a Container Assembly, the refilling line shall be secured by a
Non-return Valve or an Automatic Valve integrating the function of a Non-
return Valve. This valve shall be mounted directly on either the Container or
one Container in a Container Assembly.

14.4.3 If a single line is used into the Container or Container Assembly for both
refilling and fuel supply, it shall be secured as described in Paragraph
14.4.2 of this Regulation on the refilling line at the junction between the
refilling line and the Fuel Supply Line.

14.4.4 In the event of breakage of the refilling lines or Fuel Supply Line(s), the
isolating valves referred to in Paragraphs 14.4.1 and 14.4.2 of this
Regulation shall not be separated from the Container or Container
Assembly.

14.4.5 Automatic Valve(s) isolating each Container or Container Assembly, shall

close in the event of either a malfunction of the Hydrogen System that
results in the release of hydrogen or severe leakage between the Container
or Container Assembly and the Hydrogen Conversion System(s).

14.4.6 The Automatic Valve for the Fuel Supply Line of the Propulsion System
shall be operated such that the hydrogen supply to the Propulsion System
is cut off when the Propulsion System is switched off, irrespective of the
position of the activation switch, and shall remain so until the Propulsion
System is required to operate.

14.4.7 The Automatic Valve for the Fuel Supply Line of other Hydrogen
Conversion System(s) shall be operated such that the hydrogen supply to
other Hydrogen Conversion System(s) is cut off when the respective
Hydrogen Conversion System is switched off, irrespective of the position of
the activation switch, and shall remain so until the Hydrogen Conversion
System is required to operate.

14.5 PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE(S)

14.5.1 A Pressure Relief Device shall be directly installed into the opening of a
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opening in a valve assembled into the Container, in such a manner that it

shall discharge the hydrogen into an atmospheric outlet that vents to the
outside of the vehicle.

14.5.2 It shall not be possible to isolate the Pressure Relief Device from the
Container protected by the Pressure Relief Device, by the normal operation
or failure of another component.

14.5.3 The vent of a Pressure Relief Device shall not discharge into a wheel arch,
nor shall it be aimed at a heat source such as the exhaust or at other
Containers or Container Assemblies if fitted. Additionally it shall discharge
such that hydrogen cannot enter the inside of the vehicle.

14.5.4 The internal dimensions of the vent shall not impede the function of the
Pressure Relief Device.

14.5.5 The vent of the Pressure Relief Device shall be protected against
blockage, e.g. by dirt, ice, and ingress of water etc., so far as is reasonably
practicable.

14.5.6 The outlet of the Pressure Relief Device shall be orientated such that if the
vent becomes detached from the Pressure Relief Device, the resulting gas
flow does not impinge directly on other Containers or Container Assemblies
unless they are protected.

14.6 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE(S)

14.6.1 A Pressure Relief Valve shall be installed in such a manner that it shall
discharge the hydrogen into an atmospheric outlet that vents to the outside
of the vehicle.

14.6.2 It shall not be possible to isolate the Pressure Relief Valve from the
Hydrogen Components or section of the Hydrogen System that it protects,
by the normal operation or failure of another component.

14.6.3 The vent of a Pressure Relief Valve shall not discharge into a wheel arch,
nor shall it be aimed at a heat source such as the exhaust or at any
Container or Container Assembly. Additionally it shall discharge such that
hydrogen cannot enter the inside of the vehicle.

14.6.4 The vent of the Pressure Relief Valve shall be protected against blockage,
e.g. by dirt, ice, and ingress of water etc., so far as is reasonably
practicable.

14.7 RIGID AND FLEXIBLE FUEL LINES

14.7.1 Rigid Fuel Lines shall be secured such that they shall not be subjected to
critical vibration or other stresses.

14.7.2 Flexible Fuel Lines shall be secured such that they shall not be subjected
to torsional stresses and abrasion is avoided.

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14.7.3 Rigid Fuel Lines and Flexible Fuel Lines shall be designed to reasonably
minimise stresses in the lines during removal or installation of adjoining
Hydrogen Components.

14.7.4 At fixing points, Rigid Fuel Lines and Flexible Fuel Lines shall be fitted in
such a way that galvanic and crevice corrosion are prevented.

14.7.5 Rigid Fuel Lines and Flexible Fuel Lines shall be routed to reasonably
minimise exposure to accidental damage whether inside the vehicle, e.g.
due to placing or movement of luggage or other loads, or outside the
vehicle, e.g. due to rough ground or vehicle jacks etc.

14.7.6 At passages through the vehicle body or other Hydrogen Components, the
fuel lines shall be fitted with grommets or other protective material.

14.7.7 If Fittings are installed in the passenger or enclosed luggage compartment,

the fuel lines and Fittings shall be enclosed in a sleeve which meets the
same requirements as specified for a gas tight housing in Paragraph 14.10
of this Regulation.

14.7.8 Class 0 metallic Rigid Fuel Lines shall be seamless and shall elongate by
at least 14% before rupture.

14.8 FITTINGS BETWEEN HYDROGEN COMPONENTS

14.8.1 The materials used in Fittings shall be chosen in such a way that galvanic
and crevice corrosion are prevented.

14.8.2 The number of joints shall be limited to a minimum.

14.8.3 Any joints shall be made in locations where access is possible for
inspection and also for leak testing.

14.9 REFILLING SYSTEM

14.9.1 The Receptacle shall be secured against maladjustment and rotation. The
Receptacle shall also be protected from unauthorised interference, and the
ingress of dirt and water so far as is reasonably practicable, e.g. a locked
hatch. It shall be safe against reasonably foreseeable handling errors.

14.9.2 The Receptacle shall be installed such that access for refilling shall not be
required in the passenger, luggage, or in any other unventilated
compartment.

14.9.3 The Receptacle shall not be mounted within the external energy absorbing
elements, e.g. bumper.

14.9.4 The Nominal Working Pressure of the Receptacle shall be equal to the
Nominal Working Pressure of the Class 0 Hydrogen Components upstream
of and including the First Pressure Regulator.

14.9.5 It shall be ensured that the Propulsion System or Hydrogen Conversion

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is immobilised while the Receptacle is connected to the refilling

infrastructure.

14.9.6 A label shall be provided close to the Receptacle, for example, inside a
refilling hatch, showing the following information:
H2 GAS
“xx” MPa
where “xx” = Nominal Working Pressure of the Container(s).

14.10 GAS TIGHT HOUSING

14.10.1 The gas tight housing shall be vented to the atmosphere.

14.10.2 The ventilation opening of the gas tight housing shall be at the highest
point of the housing when installed in the vehicle. It shall not ventilate into a
wheel arch, nor shall it be aimed at a heat source such as the exhaust.
Additionally it shall vent such that hydrogen cannot enter the inside of the
vehicle.

14.10.3 The electrical connections and components in the gas tight housing shall
be constructed such that no sparks are generated.

14.10.4 During testing the vent line shall be hermetically sealed and the gas tight
housing shall then meet the leakage requirements of Paragraph 14.1.10 of
this Regulation at an over pressure of 0.01 MPa and without any
permanent deformations.

14.10.5 Any connecting system shall be secured by clamps, or other means, to the
gas tight housing or sleeve and the lead-through to ensure that a joint is
formed meeting the leakage requirements of Paragraph 14.10.4 of this
Regulation.

14.11 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

14.11.1 The electrical components of the Hydrogen System shall be protected

against overloads.

14.11.2 The metallic components of the Hydrogen System shall have electrical
continuity with the vehicle’s earth, e.g. chassis.

14.11.3 During the refilling process the Hydrogen System shall have the means to
provide electrical continuity with the refilling facilities before hydrogen
transfer is permitted.

14.11.4 Power supply connections shall not permit the ingress of hydrogen where
hydrogen leaks are possible.

14.12 SAFETY INSTRUMENTED SYSTEMS

14.12.1 Safety Instrumented Systems shall be fail-safe or redundant.

14.12.2 If Safety Instrumented Systems are fail-safe or self-monitoring electronic

systems, the special requirements according to Annex 9 to this Regulation
are to be applied.

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14.13 INFORMATION FOR PERIODIC REQUALIFICATION

The vehicle manufacturer shall provide information for periodic requalification by

inspection during the Service Life on the basis of use under the service conditions
specified in Paragraph 2.4 of this Regulation. The information shall include the
following items:
i) Frequency of the periodic requalification inspection,
ii) Check of the mandatory markings on the Container, Container Assembly, or
Removable Storage System (as applicable).
iii) Visual inspection of the Container or Container Assembly,
iv) Inspection of the Pressure Relief Device(s), Pressure Relief Valve(s), and
associated vents,
v) Inspection of the Automatic Valve(s),
vi) Inspection of other Hydrogen Components directly mounted on the Container
or Container Assembly and other safety related components,
vii) Check of the gas tightness of the Hydrogen System.

14.14 IDENTIFICATION OF VEHICLES OF CATEGORIES M2 AND M3 EQUIPPED WITH

A HYDROGEN SYSTEM

14.14.1 Vehicles of categories M2 and M3 equipped with a Hydrogen System shall

carry a label as specified in Annex 10 to this Regulation.

14.14.2 The label shall be installed on the front and rear of the vehicle and one to
the side of each set of doors.

15 MODIFICATION OF A VEHICLE TYPE OR HYDROGEN SYSTEM AND

EXTENSION OF APPROVAL

15.1 Every modification of the Vehicle Type or of its installation of Specific Components
for the use of hydrogen shall be notified to the Administrative Department that
granted approval of the Vehicle Type. The Administrative Department may then
either:
i) Consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciably
adverse effect, and that the vehicle still complies with the requirements of this
Regulation;
or
ii) Require a further report from the Technical Service responsible for carrying out
the tests.

15.2 Notice of confirmation, extension or refusal of approval shall be communicated by the

procedure specified in Paragraph 13.3 of this Regulation to the Parties to the
Agreement that apply this Regulation.

15.3 The competent authority issuing the extension of approval shall assign a series
number to each communication form (specified in Paragraph 13.3 of this Regulation)
issued for such an extension.

16 CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

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The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in the
Agreement, Appendix 2 (E/ECE/324- E/ECE/TRANS/505/rev.2) and with the following
requirements:
i) A Vehicle Type, type approved according to this Regulation shall be
manufactured so as to conform to the type approved by meeting the
requirements specified in Paragraph 14 of this Regulation.
ii) The approval authority that has granted type approval may at any time verify the
conformity control methods applied in each production facility. The normal
frequency of these verifications shall be once every two years.

17 PENALTIES FOR NON-CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

17.1 The type approval granted in respect of a Vehicle Type in accordance with this
Regulation may be withdrawn if the requirements laid down in Paragraph 16 of this
Regulation are not complied with.

17.2 If a Contracting Party to the Agreement that applies this Regulation withdraws an
approval it has previously granted, it shall immediately notify the other Contracting
Parties applying this Regulation by means of a communication form conforming to
the model in Annex 6 to this Regulation.

18 PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED

If the holder of the approval permanently ceases to manufacture a type of vehicle

approved in accordance with this Regulation, he shall immediately inform the
authority that granted the approval. Upon receiving the relevant communication, that
authority shall inform the other Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation, by
means of a communication form conforming to the model in Annex 6 to this
Regulation.

19 NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONDUCTING APPROVAL TESTS AND OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS

The Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation shall communicate to the
United Nations Secretariat the names and addresses of the Technical Services
responsible for conducting approval tests and of the Administrative Departments
which grant approval and to which forms certifying approval or extension or refusal or
withdrawal of approval issued in other countries, are to be sent.

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ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SPECIFIC COMPONENTS

1 Automatic Valve:

1.1 Make:

1.2 Type:

1.3 Description and drawings:

1.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.5 Material(s):

1.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2 Non-return Valve:

2.1 Make:

2.2 Type:

2.3 Description and drawings:

2.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.5 Material(s):

2.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

3 Container and Container Assembly:

A statement of service shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of

Annex 7 to this Regulation.

4 Fittings:

4.1 Make:

4.2 Type:

4.3 Description and drawings:

4.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

4.5 Material(s):

4.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

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*1
5 Flexible Fuel Lines: yes/no

5.1 Make:

5.2 Type:

5.3 Description and drawings:

5.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

5.5 Material(s):

5.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

6 Heat exchanger: yes/no *1

6.1 Make:

6.2 Type:

6.3 Description and drawings:

6.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

6.5 Material(s):

6.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

7 Hydrogen Filter: yes/no *1

7.1 Make:

7.2 Type:

7.3 Description and drawings:

7.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

7.5 Material(s):

7.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

8 Manual Valve: yes/no *1

8.1 Make:

8.2 Type:

8.3 Description and drawings:

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8.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

8.5 Material(s):

8.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

9 Pressure or temperature or flow sensor*1: yes/no *1

9.1 Make:

9.2 Type:

9.3 Operating principles including description and drawings:

9.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

9.5 Material(s):

9.6 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1
10 Pressure Regulator: yes/no *

10.1. Make:

10.2 Type:

10.3 Drawings:

10.4 Number of main adjustment points:

10.5 Description of principle of adjustment through main adjustment points:

10.6 Number of idle adjustment points:

10.7 Description of principles of adjustment through idle adjustment points:

10.8 Other adjustment possibilities: if so and which (description and drawings):

10.9 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: Mpa

10.10 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

11 Pressure Relief Device:

11.1 Make:

11.2 Type:

11.3 Description and drawings:

2
11.4 Normal maximum operating temperature: * °C

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(in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5 of this Regulation)

2
11.5 Nominal Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

11.6 Material:
2
11.7 Set (trigger) temperature: *

11.8 Number of Filling Cycles (Class 0 only):

1
12 Pressure Relief Valve: yes/no *

12.1 Make:

12.2 Type:

12.3 Description and drawings:

12.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

12.5 Material:

12.6 Set pressure: *2

13.7 Number of Duty Cycles:

13 Receptacle:

13.1 Make:

13.2 Type:

13.3 Operating principles including description and drawings:

2
13.4 Nominal Working Pressure * : MPa

13.5 Material:

13.6 Number of Filling Cycles (Class 0 only):

14 Removable Storage System Connector:

14.1 Make:

14.2 Type:

14.3 Operating principles including description and drawings:

14.4 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s)

*2: MPa

14.5 Material:

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14.6 Number of Duty Cycles:

Notes:
*1 - Strike out what does not apply.
2
* - Specify the tolerance.

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ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLE,

HYDROGEN RELATED PROPULSION SYSTEM
AND OTHER HYDROGEN RELATED SYSTEMS

0 Description Of The Vehicle Type

0.1 Make:

0.2 Type(s):

0.3 Name and address of the vehicle manufacturer:

1 Description Of The Hydrogen System Used For The propulsion Of The Vehicle *1

1.1 Description of the Propulsion System:

1.2 Name and address of the Manufacturer:

1.3 Manufacturer's Propulsion System code(s) (as marked on the Propulsion

System, or other means of identification):

1.4 Automatic Valve(s):

1.4.1 Make(s):

1.4.2 Type(s):

1.4.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.4.4 Approval number:

1.4.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.5 Non-return Valve(s):

1.5.1 Make(s):

1.5.2 Type(s):

1.5.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.5.4 Approval number:

1.5.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.6 Container(s) and Container Assembly:

1.6.1 Make(s):

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1.6.2 Type(s):

1.6.3 Capacity: litres (water)

1.6.4 Approval number

1.6.5 Nominal Working Pressure: MPa

1.6.6 Number of Filling Cycles:

1.7 Excess Flow System:

1.7.1 Make(s):

1.7.2 Type(s):

1.7.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.8 Fittings:

1.8.1 Make(s):

1.8.2 Type(s):

1.8.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.8.4 Approval number:

1.8.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.9 Flexible Fuel Lines(s): yes/no *1

1.9.1 Make(s):

1.9.2 Type(s):

1.9.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.9.4 Approval number:

1.9.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.10 Heat exchanger(s): yes/no *1

1.10.1 Make(s):

1.10.2 Type(s):

1.10.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

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1.10.4 Approval number:

1.10.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1
1.11 Hydrogen Filter(s): yes/no *

1.11.1 Make(s):

1.11.2 Type(s):

1.11.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.11.4 Approval number:

1.11.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1
1.12 Manual Valve(s): yes/no *

1.12.1 Make(s):

1.12.2 Type(s):

1.12.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.12.4 Approval number:

1.12.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.13 Pressure or temperature or flow sensor(s) *1: yes/no *1

1.13.1 Make(s):

1.13.2 Type(s):

1.13.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.13.4 Approval number:

1.13.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1
1.14 Pressure Regulator(s): yes/no *

1.14.1 Make(s):

1.14.2 Type(s):

1.14.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

1.14.4 Approval number:

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1.14.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.15 Pressure Relief Device:

1.15.1 Make(s):

1.15.2 Type(s):
2
1.15.3 Normal maximum operating temperature: * °C
(in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5 of this Regulation)

1.15.4 Approval number:

1.15.5 Nominal Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.15.6 Number of Filling Cycles (Class 0 only):

1.16 Pressure Relief Valve: yes/no *1

1.16.1 Make(s):

1.16.2 Type(s):

1.16.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.16.4 Approval number:

1.16.5 Number of or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1.17 Receptacle:

1.17.1 Make(s):

1.17.2 Type(s):

1.17.3 Nominal Working Pressure: *2 MPa

1.17.4 Approval number:

1.17.5 Number of Filling Cycles (Class 0 only):

1.18 Removable Storage System Connector:

1.18.1 Make(s):

1.18.2 Type(s):

1.18.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and Maximum Allowable Working

Pressure(s) *2: MPa

1.18.4 Approval number:

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1.18.5 Number of Duty Cycles:

2 Description Of The Hydrogen System(s) Used For Purposes Other Than The
Propulsion Of The Vehicle *1

2.1 Description of the Hydrogen System(s):

2.2 Name and address of the Manufacturer(s):

2.3 Manufacturer's system code(s) (as marked on the system, or other means of
identification):
1
2.4 Automatic Valve(s): yes/ same component as used in Propulsion System *

2.4.1 Make(s):

2.4.2 Type(s):

2.4.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.4.4 Approval number:

2.4.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.5 Non-return Valve(s): yes/ same component as used in Propulsion System *1

2.5.1 Make(s):

2.5.2 Type(s):

2.5.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.5.4 Approval number:

2.5.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.6 Container(s) and Container Assembly: yes/ same component as used in

Propulsion System *1

2.6.1 Make(s):

2.6.2 Type(s):

2.6.3 Capacity: litres (water)

2.6.4 Approval number

2.6.5 Nominal Working Pressure *2: MPa

2.6.6 Number of Filling Cycles:

1
2.7 Excess Flow System: yes/ same component as used in Propulsion System *

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2.7.1 Make(s):

2.7.2 Type(s):

2.7.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

2.8 Fittings: yes/ same component as used in Propulsion System *1

2.8.1 Make(s):

2.8.2 Type(s):

2.8.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.8.4 Approval number:

2.8.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.9 Flexible Fuel Lines(s): yes/no/same component as used in Propulsion

System*1

2.9.1 Make(s):

2.9.2 Type(s):

2.9.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.9.4 Approval number:

2.9.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.10 Heat exchanger(s): yes/no/same component as used in Propulsion System *1

2.10.1 Make(s):

2.10.2 Type(s):

2.10.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.10.4 Approval number:

2.10.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.11 Hydrogen Filter(s): yes/no/same component as used in Propulsion System *1

2.11.1 Make(s):

2.11.2 Type(s):

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2.11.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

2
Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

2.11.4 Approval number:

2.11.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.12 Manual Valve(s): yes/no/same component as used in Propulsion System *1

2.12.1 Make(s):

2.12.2 Type(s):

2.12.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.12.4 Approval number:

2.12.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

1
2.13 Pressure or temperature or flow sensor(s) * : yes/no/same component as
used in Propulsion System *1

2.13.1 Make(s):

2.13.2 Type(s):

2.13.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.13.4 Approval number:

2.13.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.14 Pressure Regulator(s): yes/no/same component as used in Propulsion

1
System *

2.14.1 Make(s):

2.14.2 Type(s):

2.14.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First Pressure

Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.14.4 Approval number:

2.14.5 Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles as appropriate:

2.15 Pressure Relief Device: yes/ same component as used in Propulsion System
*1

2.15.1 Make(s):

2.15.2 Type(s):

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2.15.3 Normal maximum operating temperature: * °C
(in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5 of this Regulation)

2.15.4 Approval number:

2
2.15.5 Nominal Working Pressure(s) * : MPa

2.15.6 Number of Filling Cycles (Class 0 only):

2.16 Pressure Relief Valve: yes/no/same component as used in Propulsion System

1
*

2.16.1 Make(s):

2.16.2 Type(s):

2.16.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and if downstream of the First

Pressure Regulator, Maximum Allowable Working Pressure(s) *2:
MPa

2.16.4 Approval number:

2.16.5 Number of Duty Cycles:

2.17 Receptacle: yes/ same component as used in Propulsion System *1

2.17.1 Make(s):

2.17.2 Type(s):

2.17.4 Nominal Working Pressure *2: MPa

2.17.4 Approval number:

2.17.5 Number of Filling Cycles (Class 0 only):

2.18 Removable Storage System Connector:

2.18.1 Make(s):

2.18.2 Type(s):

2.18.3 Nominal Working Pressure(s) and Maximum Allowable Working

Pressure(s) *2: MPa

2.18.4 Approval number:

2.18.5 Number of Duty Cycles:

3 Further documentation:

3.1 Process diagram (flow chart) for the Hydrogen System

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3.2 System layout including electrical connections, and other external system
inputs or outputs, etc.

3.3 Key to symbols used in documentation:

3.4 Adjustment data:

3.5 Cooling/ heating system(s) including Nominal or Maximum Allowable Working

Pressures and normal operating temperatures

3.6 Drawings showing requirements for installation and operation.

Notes:

*1 - Strike out what does not apply.

*2 - Specify the tolerance.

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ARRANGEMENT OF THE SPECIFIC COMPONENT APPROVAL MARKS

(See Paragraph 5.4 of this Regulation)

a
a
2
E1 a
3
xx R-002439

Where: a ≥ 4 mm

The above approval mark affixed to the Hydrogen Component shows that this component
has been type approved in Germany (E1), pursuant to the Regulation No. xx under approval
number 002439. The first two digits of the approval number indicate that the approval was
granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. xx in its original form.

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COMMUNICATION CONCERNING THE APPROVAL, OR REFUSAL, OR EXTENSION,

OR WITHDRAWAL, OR PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
OF A SPECIFIC COMPONENT PURSUANT TO REGULATION NO. XX
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm)

Issued by: Name of administration:

*1
E ...
2
Concerning: APPROVAL GRANTED *
APPROVAL EXTENDED *2
APPROVAL REFUSED *2
APPROVAL WITHDRAWN *2
PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED *2
of a Specific Component pursuant to Regulation No. xx
Approval No.: ................................... Extension No.: ................…………
1. Specific Component considered:
Automatic Valve *2
Non-return Valve *2
Container *2
Fittings *2
Flexible Fuel Line *2
Heat exchanger *2
Hydrogen Filter
Hydrogen Sensor
Manual Valve *2
Pressure sensor *2
Temperature sensor *2
Flow sensor *2
Pressure or hydrogen remaining indicator
Pressure Regulator *2
Pressure Relief Device *2
Pressure Relief Valve *2
Receptacle *2
Removable Storage System Connector *2

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2. Trade name or mark: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. Manufacturer's name and address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
4. Nominal Working Pressure/ MAWP * = . . . . . . . . . . . . . MPa
2
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85/+105/+120°C*
2
Number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles * : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.
Service Life: . . . . . . . . . . . . . years
5. If applicable, name and address of Manufacturer's representative: . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Submitted for approval on: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. Technical Service responsible for conducting approval tests: . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8. Date of report issued by that service: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. No. of report issued by that service: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn *2
11. Reason(s) of extension (if applicable): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Place: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14. Signature: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15. The documents filed with the application or extension of approval can be obtained
upon request.
____________
Notes:
1
* Distinguishing number of the country that has granted/extended/refused/withdrawn
approval (see approval provisions in the Regulation).

*2 Strike out what does not apply

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ARRANGEMENTS OF APPROVAL MARKS FOR A VEHICLE TYPE WITH REGARD TO

THE INSTALLATION OF A HYDROGEN SYSTEM

Model A
(See Paragraph 13.4 of this Regulation)

a
a
2
E1 a
3
xx R-002439

Where: a ≥ 8 mm

The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle has, with regard to the
installation of a Hydrogen System for the use of compressed gaseous hydrogen, has been
type approved in Germany (E1), pursuant to the Regulation No. xx under approval number
002439. The first two digits of the approval number indicate that the approval was granted in
accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. xx in its original form.

Model B
(See Paragraph 13.4 of this Regulation)

a
a
2
E1 a
3
xx 002439
83 021628

Where: a ≥ 8 mm

The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle has been type approved
in Germany (E1), pursuant to the Regulation Nos. xx and 83. The approval numbers indicate
that, at the dates when the respective approvals were given, Regulation No. xx was in its
original form and Regulation No. 83 included the 02 series of amendments

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COMMUNICATION CONCERNING THE APPROVAL, OR REFUSAL, OR EXTENSION, OR

WITHDRAWAL, OR PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED OF A VEHICLE TYPE
WITH REGARD TO THE INSTALLATION OF A HYDROGEN SYSTEM PURSUANT TO
REGULATION NO. XX
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm)

Issued by: Name of administration:

*1
E ...
2
Concerning: APPROVAL GRANTED *
APPROVAL EXTENDED *2
APPROVAL REFUSED *2
APPROVAL WITHDRAWN *2
2
PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED *
of a Vehicle Type with regard to the installation of a Hydrogen System pursuant to
Regulation No. xx
Approval No.: ................................………... Extension No.: ...............……………….….
1. Trade name or mark of vehicle: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Vehicle Type: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Vehicle category: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Vehicle manufacturer’s name and address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. If applicable, name and address of vehicle manufacturer’s representative: . . . . . .
. . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Description of the vehicle with regard to the installation of Hydrogen System (add
drawing if appropriate): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. Hydrogen System
7.1 Trade name or mark of components and their approval numbers:
7.1.1 Container or Container Assembly: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.2 Other components: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . .

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8. Submitted for approval on: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9. Technical Service responsible for conducting approval tests: . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Date of report issued by that service: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11. No. of report issued by that service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn 2/
13. Reason(s) of extension (if applicable): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14. Place: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16. Signature: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17. The documents filed with the application or extension of approval can be obtained
upon request.

Drawings, diagrams and scheme plans regarding the components and the installation of the
Hydrogen System considered to be of importance for the purpose of this Regulation:
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Where applicable drawings of the various equipment and their position in the vehicle:
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

____________

Notes:
*1 Distinguishing number of the country that has granted/extended/refused/withdrawn
approval (see approval provisions in the Regulation).
2
* Strike out what does not apply

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Annex 7

REQUIREMENTS AND APPROVAL TEST PROCEDURES

FOR CONTAINERS

Contents Page

Part A PROVISIONS REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF CONTAINERS

A1 References
A2 General Requirements
A3 Approval Requirements
A4 Container Manufacturing Requirements
A5 Batch Test Requirements
A6 Production Examination And Test requirements
A7 Modifications

Part B APPROVAL TEST PROCEDURES FOR CONTAINERS

B1 Tensile Test
B2 Softening/Melting Temperature Test
B3 Glass Transition Temperature Test
B4 Resin Shear Strength Test
B5 Coating Test
B6 Coating Batch Test
B7 Hydrogen Compatibility Test
B8 Hardness Test
B9 Burst Test
B10 Ambient Temperature Pressure Cycling Test
B11 LBB Performance Test
B12 Bonfire Test
B13 Penetration Test
B14 Chemical Exposure Test
B15 Composite Flaw Tolerance Test
B16 Accelerated Stress Rupture Test
B17 Extreme Temperature Pressure Cycling Test
B18 Impact Damage Test
B19 Leak Test
B20 Permeation Test
B21 Boss Torque Test
B22 Hydrogen Gas Cycling Test
B23 Hydraulic Test

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Annex 7: Part A

PROVISIONS REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF CONTAINERS

A1 REFERENCES

The following standards contain provisions that, through reference in this text,
constitute provisions of this Annex. Where standards other than ISO standards are
referenced they may be replaced by equivalent national standards.

International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) Standards

ISO 306:1994 Plastics - Thermoplastic Materials - Determination Of

Vicat Softening Temperature (VST)
ISO 527-2:1993 Plastics - Determination of Tensile Properties – Part 2:
Test Conditions For Moulding And Extrusion Plastics
(Incorporating Technical Corrigendum 1:1994)
ISO 2808:1997 Paints And Varnishes - Determination Of Film Thickness
ISO 3146:2000/ Cor 1:2002 Plastics - Determination of melting behaviour (melting
temperature or melting range) of semi-crystalline
polymers by capillary tube and polarizing-microscope
methods
ISO 4624:2002 Plastics And Varnishes - Pull-off Test For Adhesion
ISO 6506-1:1999 Metallic Materials - Brinell Hardness Test - Part1: Test
Method
ISO 7225:1994 Gas cylinders - Precautionary labels
ISO 7866:1999 Gas Cylinders - Refillable Seamless Aluminium Alloy
Gas Cylinders - Design, Construction And Testing
ISO 9809-1:1999 Gas Cylinders - Refillable Seamless Steel Gas Cylinders
- Design, Construction And Testing - Part 1: Quenched
And Tempered Steel Cylinders With Tensile Strength
Less Than 1100 MPa
ISO 9809-2:2000 Gas Cylinders - Refillable Seamless Steel Gas Cylinders
- Design, Construction And Testing - Part 2: Quenched
And Tempered Steel Cylinders With Tensile Strength
Greater Than Or Equal To 1 100 MPa
ISO 11114-1: 1997 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Compatibility Of Cylinder
And Valve Materials With Gas Contents – Part 1:
Metallic Materials
ISO/DIS 11114-4 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Compatibility Of
Cylinders And Valve Materials With Gas Contents – Part
4: Test Methods For Selecting Metallic Materials
Resistant To Hydrogen Embrittlement

European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Standards

EN 1964-3:2000 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Specification For The

Design And Construction Of Refillable Transportable
Seamless Steel Gas Cylinders Of Water Capacities
From 0.5 Litre Up To And Including 150 Litres – Part 3:
Cylinders Made Of Seamless Stainless Steel With An
Rm Value Of Less Than 1100 MPa

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EN 12862:2000 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Specification For The

Design And Construction Of Refillable Transportable
Welded Aluminium Alloy Gas Cylinders
EN 13322-2:2003 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Refillable Welded Steel
Gas Cylinders – Design And Construction – Part 2:
Stainless Steel

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards

ASTM B117-02 Standard Practice For Operating Salt Spray (Fog)

Apparatus
ASTM D522-93a (2001) Standard Test Method For Mandrel Bend Test Of
Attached Organic Coatings
ASTM D1308-02 Standard Test Method For Effect of Household
Chemicals on Clear and Pigmented Organic Finishes
ASTM D2343-95 Standard Test Methods For Tensile Properties Of Glass
Fibre Strands, Yarns And Rovings Used In Reinforced
Plastics
ASTM D2344/D2344M-00e1 Standard Test Method for Short-Beam Strength of
Polymer Matrix Composite Materials and Their
Laminates
ASTM D2794-93(1999)e1 Standard Test Method For Resistance of Organic
Coatings To The Effects of Rapid Deformation (Impact)
ASTM D3170-01 Standard Test Method For Chipping Resistance Of
Coatings
ASTM D3359-02 Standard Test Methods For Measuring Adhesion By
Tape Test
ASTM D3418-99 Standard Test Method For Transition Temperatures Of
Polymers by Differential Scanning Calorimetry
ASTM D4018-99 Standard Test Methods For Properties Of Continuous
Filament Carbon And Graphite Fiber Tows
ASTM G154-00ae1 Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Light
Apparatus for UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials

A2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A2.1 GENERAL

The service conditions do not include external loads that may arise from vehicle
collisions, or integration of the Container into the vehicle, etc. Containers need not be
designed for continuous exposure to mechanical or chemical attack, e.g. leakage
from cargo that may be carried on vehicles or severe abrasion damage from road
conditions.

A2.2 FIRE PROTECTION

The Container, Pressure Relief Device(s) and any added insulation or protective
material shall collectively protect the Container from rupture when exposed to fire.
The arrangement of the fire protection system shall be specified.

A2.3 OPENING THREADS

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Openings with tapered or straight threads may be used in all Container Types.
Threads shall comply with a recognised international or national standard. Threads
shall be clean cut, even, without surface discontinuities, and to gauge.

A2.4 EXTERIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Any coatings applied to Containers shall be such that the application process does
not adversely affect the mechanical properties of the Container. The coating shall
facilitate subsequent in-service inspection and the Manufacturer shall provide
guidance on coating treatment during such inspection to ensure the continued
integrity of the Container.

A3 APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS

A3.1 GENERAL

In addition to the requirements given in Paragraph 3 of this Regulation, the

Manufacturer shall complete all documents referred to in Table 7A.1 and submit them
to the Competent Authority when applying for approval.

Table 7A.1 – Container Type Approval Documents

Document Annex 7
Reference
Statement Of Service A3.2
Container Drawings A3.3
Material Specifications and Test Data A3.4
Container Specifications and Test Data A3.5
Manufacturing Data A3.6
Stress Analysis A3.7

A3.2 STATEMENT OF SERVICE

The Manufacturer's statement of service and all necessary information to ensure the
proper handling, use and in-service inspection of the Container shall be supplied to
the purchaser of the Container.

The statement of service shall include the information given in Table 7A.2 as a
minimum.

A3.3 CONTAINER DRAWINGS

Drawings shall show the following information as a minimum:

i) Title, reference number, date of issue and revision number,
ii) Reference to this Regulation and the Container Type,
iii) Principal geometrical dimensions including tolerances,
iv) Container materials,
v) Container mass and internal volume including tolerances,

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vi) Details of the exterior protective coating,

vii) Container fire protection system.

A3.4 MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS AND TEST DATA

A detailed description of all principal material properties and tolerances used in the
Container design shall be provided according to Table 7A.3. The material
specifications shall be verified by appropriate material tests and the results from
these tests shall be provided according to Table 7A.3.

If more samples than required are tested, all results shall be documented.

A3.5 CONTAINER SPECIFICATIONS AND TEST DATA

Type approval tests shall be conducted on Finished Containers that are

representative of normal production and complete with identification marks.

The Container design specifications for each test that is required shall be provided
according to Table 7A.4. The design specifications shall be verified by appropriate
Container tests and the results from these tests shall be provided according to Table
7A.4.

All results shall be documented if more Containers or Liners than required are tested.

A3.6 MANUFACTURING DATA

Manufacturing data, including tolerances where appropriate, shall be provided, such

as:
i) Tube extrusion, cold deformation, tube drawing, end forming, welding, heat
treatment and cleaning processes for the metal manufacturing of Type 1, 2
and 3 Containers,
ii) Acceptance criteria for non-destructive examination (NDE),
iii) Composite manufacturing processes and Auto-frettage according to
Paragraph A4.2 of this Annex for the manufacturing of Type 2, 3 and 4
Containers,
iv) Final manufacturing inspection of surface finish, thread details and principal
dimensions.

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Table 7A.2 – Statement Of Service

Manufacturer Manufacturer Name:
Identification Manufacturer Address:
Container Identification:
Nominal Working Pressure: MPa
Type:
1
Container Diameter * : mm
1
Identification Length * : mm
Internal Volume: litres
Empty Weight: kg
Container Threads:
Container Maximum Service Life: years
Service Life Maximum Number Of Filling Cycles: cycles
PRD Manufacturer:
Container
PRD Identification:
Fire Protection System
PRD Drawing Number(s):
Container Support Method: Neck/Cylinder Mounting *2
Support Method Support Drawing Number(s):
Container Purpose Of Protection:
Protective Coatings Protective Coating Drawing Number(s):
Container
Container Drawing Numbers:
Design Description
Container Corrosion Inhibitor used: Yes/No *2
Container Corrosion Inhibitor Corrosion Inhibitor Manufacturer:
Corrosion Inhibitor Identification:
Additional Information
The Manufacturer hereby states that the Container design is
suitable for use during the specified Service Life in the
service conditions defined in Paragraph 2.4 of this
Container
Regulation.
Statement Of Service
Manufacturer:
Name, position and signature:
Place, Date:
1
Notes: * - May be replaced by other dimensions defining the shape of the Container
2
* – Delete as appropriate

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Table 7A.3 - Material Specifications And Test Data

Applicable to Material

Material Specification

Aluminium Alloy

Plastic Liner
Details

Coating
Resin
Fibre
Steel
Material Manufacturer
Type of Material
Material Identification
Heat Treatment Definition
Chemical Composition
Cold- or Cryoforming Procedure
1 1
Welding Procedure Definition * *
Specified

Test Data Material Test Value

Value
2
* Tensile Test
3
* Charpy Impact Test
4 1 1
* Bend Test * *
5 1
* Macroscopic Examination *
6
* Corrosion Test
7
* Sustained Load Cracking Test
B2 Softening/Melting Temperature
B3 Glass Transition Temperature,
TG
B4 Resin Shear Strength, ILSS
B5 Coating Test
8
* Hydrogen Compatibility Test
Manufacturer:
Name, position and signature:
Place, Date:

Technical Service:
Inspector’s signature:
Place, Date:

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Notes:
1
* –
For Containers with welded Liners only.
2
* –
i) For steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 10.2 of ISO 9809-1 or
Paragraph 10.2 of ISO 9809-2 as appropriate,
ii) For stainless steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 7.1.2.1 of EN
1964-3,
iii) For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.4 of EN 13322-2.
iv) For aluminium alloy Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 10.2 of ISO 7866,
v) For welded aluminium alloy Liners refer to Paragraphs 7.2.3 and 7.2.4 of EN
12862,
vi) For non-metallic Liners refer to Paragraph B1 of this Annex.
3
* –
i) For steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 10.4 of ISO 9809-1 or
Paragraph 10.4 of ISO 9809-2 as appropriate,
ii) For stainless steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 7.1.2.4 of EN
1964-3,
iii) For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.6 of EN 13322-2.
*4 –
i) For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.5 of EN 13322-2,
ii) For welded aluminium alloy Liners refer to Paragraphs 7.2.5, 7.2.6 and 7.2.7
of EN 12862.
*5 –
For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.7 of EN 13322-2.
*6 –
i) For aluminium alloy Containers or Liners refer to Annex A of ISO 7866,
ii) For welded aluminium alloy Liners refer to Annex A of EN 12862.
*7 –
i) For aluminium alloy Containers or Liners refer to Annex B of ISO 7866, but
excluding the second paragraph of Clause B.2,
ii) For welded aluminium alloy Liners refer to Annex B of EN 12862, but
excluding Paragraph B.2.2.
*8 –
i) This test is not required for:
a) Steels that conform to Paragraphs 6.3 and 7.2.2 of ISO 9809-1,
b) Aluminium alloys that conform to Paragraph 6.1 of ISO 7866,
ii) For other metallic Containers or Liners hydrogen compatibility of the material,
including welds, shall be demonstrated in accordance with ISO 11114-1,
ISO/DIS 11114-4 or Paragraph B7 of this Annex as appropriate,
iii) For non-metallic materials hydrogen compatibility shall be
demonstrated.

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Table 7A.4 - Container Specifications And Test Data

Applicable To
Specified
Test and Annex 7 Reference Container Type Test Value
Design Value
1 2 3 4
B9 Burst Test
B10 Ambient Temperature Pressure
Cycling Test
B11 LBB Performance Test
B12 Bonfire Test
B13 Penetration Test
B14 Chemical Exposure Test
B15 Composite Flaw Tolerance Test
B16 Accelerated Stress Rupture Test
B17 Extreme Temperature Pressure
Cycling Test
B18 Impact Damage Test
B19 Leak Test
B20 Permeation Test
B21 Boss Torque Test
B22 Hydrogen Gas Cycling Test
Container Identification:
Manufacturer:
Name, position and signature:
Place, Date:

Technical Service:
Inspector’s signature:
Place, Date:

A3.7 STRESS ANALYSIS

A stress analysis shall be carried out. A table summarising the calculated stresses
shall be provided for information purposes only.

A3.8 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

A3.8.1 General

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Materials used shall be suitable for the service conditions specified in

Paragraph 2.4 of this Regulation. Incompatible materials shall not be in
contact with each other.

A3.8.2 Steel

A3.8.2.1 Steels for Containers and Liners shall conform to the material
requirements of Paragraphs 6.1 to 6.4 of ISO 9809-1or
Paragraphs 6.1 to 6.3 of ISO 9809-2 as appropriate.

A3.8.2.2 Stainless steels for Containers and Liners shall conform to

Paragraphs 4.1 to 4.4 of EN 1964-3.

A3.8.2.3 Welded stainless steels for Liners of Type 3 Containers shall

conform to Paragraphs 4.1 to 4.3 of EN 13322-2 as
appropriate.

A3.8.3 Aluminium Alloy

A3.8.3.1 Aluminium alloys for Containers and Liners shall conform to the
material requirements of Paragraphs 6.1 and 6.2 of ISO 7866.

A3.8.3.2 Welded aluminium alloys for Liners of Type 3 Containers shall

conform to Paragraphs 4.2 and 4.3 of EN 12862.

A3.8.4 Plastic Liner Materials

The material for plastic Liners may be thermosetting or thermoplastic.

A3.8.5 Fibres

The Container Manufacturer shall keep on file for the intended life of the
Container design the published specifications for composite materials
including principal test results, i.e. tensile test, the material Manufacturer’s
recommendations for storage, conditions and shelf life.

The Container Manufacturer shall keep on file, for the intended life of each
batch of Containers, the fibre Manufacturer’s certification that each shipment
conforms to the Manufacturer’s specifications for the product.

A3.8.6 Resins

The polymeric material for impregnation of the fibres may be thermosetting or

thermoplastic resin.

A3.9 BURST PRESSURE RATIOS

The minimum Burst Pressure ratios, i.e. the minimum actual Burst Pressure of the
Container divided by its Nominal Working Pressure, shall not be less than the values
given in Table 7A.5.

Table 7A.5 - Minimum Burst Pressure Ratios

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Container Type
Construction Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 4
All metal 2.25
Glass 2.75 3.65 3.65
1
(2.50* ) (3.50*1)
Over-wrap

Aramid 2.35 3.10 3.10

1
(3.00* )
Carbon 2.35 2.35 2.35
Hybrid *2
Notes:
1
* The minimum Burst Pressure ratios may be reduced to the bracketed
values, if the calculated stress ratios, i.e. stress in the fibre at the
minimum Burst Pressure Ratio times Nominal Working Pressure
divided by the stress in the fibre at Nominal Working Pressure,
conform to the un-bracketed values. The stress ratio calculations shall:
i) Be based on an analysis method with capability for non-linear
materials (special purpose computer program or finite element
analysis program),
ii) Include correct modelling of the Elastic-plastic stress-strain
curve for the Liner material,
iii) Include correct modelling of mechanical properties of the
composite,
iv) Include calculations made at Auto-frettage Pressure, zero
pressure after Auto-frettage, Nominal Working Pressure and
minimum Burst Pressure,
v) Take into account the pre-stress from winding tension.

*2 For Container designs using hybrid reinforcement, i.e. two or more

different structural fibre types, consideration shall be given to the load
share between the different fibres based on the different elastic modulii
of the fibres. The calculated stress ratios for each individual structural
fibre type shall conform to the un-bracketed values. Verification of the
stress ratios may also be performed using strain gauges. The
minimum Burst Pressure Ratio shall be chosen such that the
calculated stress in the structural fibres at the minimum Burst Pressure
Ratio times Nominal Working Pressure divided by the calculated stress
in the structural fibre at Nominal Working Pressure meets the stress ratio
requirements for the fibres used.

A4 CONTAINER MANUFACTURING REQUIREMENTS

A4.1 TYPE 1 CONTAINERS

A forming process shall not be used to close the ends of aluminium alloy Containers.
The base ends of steel Containers that have been closed by forming, shall be
inspected using NDE or equivalent techniques. Metal shall not be added in the
process of closure at the end. Each Container shall be examined before end forming
operations for thickness and surface finish.

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After end forming, Containers shall be heat treated to the hardness range specified
for the design. Localised heat treatment is not permitted.

For Containers subjected to coldforming or cryoforming processes, heat treatment of

the preform component is not required. Containers that have been coldformed or
cryoformed shall not be subjected to any subsequent heat treatment or to additional
heat application, such as welding.

When a neck ring, foot ring or attachments for support are provided, it shall be of
material compatible with that of the Container and shall be securely attached by a
method other than welding, brazing or soldering.

A4.2 TYPE 2, 3 AND 4 CONTAINERS

A4.2.1 Composite Filament Winding

When Composite Containers are fabricated from a Liner Over-wrapped with

continuous filament windings, the filament winding operations shall be
computer or mechanically controlled. During winding the principal parameters
shall be monitored and kept within specified tolerances, and documented in a
winding record. The principal parameters are:
i) Fibre type including tex value and sizing,
ii) Number of fibre tows per bandwidth,
iii) Type of resin and resin components mix ratio,
iv) Manner of impregnation, weight or volume fraction of resin or fibre,
v) Winding program reference and winding angle,
vi) Number of winding rotations hoop,
vii) Number of windings cycles helical (Type 3 and 4 Containers only),
viii) Band width,
ix) Winding tension,
x) Winding speed,
xi) Temperature of the resin.

A4.2.2 Curing Of Thermosetting Resins

After completion of filament winding, thermosetting resins shall be cured by

heating using a predetermined and controlled time-temperature profile. The
time-temperature history shall be documented during the curing.

The maximum curing time and temperature for Containers with aluminium
alloy Liners shall be below the time and temperature that adversely affect the
properties of the metal.

For Type 4 Containers the curing temperature for thermosetting resins shall
be at least 10 °C below the softening temperature of the plastic Liner.

A4.2.3 Auto-frettage

Auto-frettage, if used, shall be carried out before the hydraulic test. The Auto-
frettage Pressure shall be within the limits established by the Manufacturer.

A4.2.4 Metallic Liners

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For metallic Liners subjected to coldforming or cryoforming processes, heat

treatment of the preform component is not required. Liners that have been
coldformed or cryoformed shall not be subjected to any subsequent heat
treatment or to additional heat application, such as welding.

Welding of stainless steel Liners shall conform to Paragraphs 6.1, 6.2 and 6.4
of EN 13322-2. Welding of aluminium alloy Liners shall conform to
Paragraphs 4.1.2 and 6.1 of EN 12862.

A4.3 CONTAINER MARKINGS

On each Container, and where applicable the outer surface of a group of

permanently encapsulated Containers, the Manufacturer shall provide clear
permanent markings with a font not less than 6 mm high. Marking shall be made
either by labels incorporated into resin coatings, adhesive labels, low stress stamps
used on the thickened ends of Type 1 and 2 Containers, or any combination of the
above. Adhesive labels and their application shall be in accordance with ISO 7225, or
an equivalent standard. Multiple labels are allowed and should be located such that
mounting brackets do not obscure them. Every Container type approved in
accordance with this Regulation shall bear a marking place with the following data
clearly legible:
i) Name of the Manufacturer,
ii) A unique serial number for every Container,
iii) The marking “H2 GAS”,
iv) Nominal Working Pressure (MPa) at 150C,
v) Year and month of manufacture, e.g. 2000/01,
vi) Approval mark in accordance with Paragraph 5.4 of this Regulation,
vii) The marking "DO NOT USE AFTER yyyy/mm" where yyyy/mm is the year and
month of manufacture plus the approved Service Life of the Container.
However, yyyy/mm may be based on the date of dispatch of the Container from
the Manufacturer, provided that it has been stored in a dry location without
internal pressure.
viii) The marking “Number of Filling Cycles xxxxx” where xxxxx is the number of
Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation.

A5 BATCH TEST REQUIREMENTS

A5.1 BATCH TEST

A5.1.1 General

The Manufacturer shall conduct batch testing on Finished Containers that are
representative of normal production. The Finished Containers to be tested
shall be randomly selected from each Batch. A Batch shall not exceed 200
Finished Containers plus those Finished Containers to be used in destructive
tests, or one shift of successive production, whichever is greater.

With reference to Table 7A.6, the following batch tests are required:
i) One Finished Container shall be subjected to the ambient temperature
pressure cycle test at the frequency given in Paragraph A5.1.2 of this
Annex,

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ii) One Finished Container shall be subjected to the burst test. If a

Finished Container passes the ambient temperature pressure cycle
test the same Container may be subjected to the burst test,
iii) One Finished Container, Liner or heat-treated test sample that is
representative of Finished Containers or Liners, shall be subjected to
the other tests specified in Table 7A.6 of this Annex,
iv) If an exterior environmental protective coating is used, e.g. organic
coating/paint, one Finished Container or test sample that is
representative of the Batch shall be subjected to the coating batch
test.

If more Containers than required are subjected to the tests, all results shall be
documented.

All Containers represented by a batch test that fail to meet the specified
requirements shall follow the procedures specified in Paragraph A5.2 of this
Annex.

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Table 7A.6 - Batch Tests

Applicable To Specified
Test
Test and Annex Reference Container Type Design
Value
1 2 3 4 Value
*1 Tensile Test *5 *5 *5
*2 Charpy Impact Test *5 *5
3 5
* Bend Test *
4 5
* Macroscopic Examination *
5
B2 Softening/Melting Temp. Test *
B6 Coating Batch Test
B9 Burst Test
B10 Ambient Temperature Pressure *6
Cycle Test
B19 Leak Test *6
B21 Boss Torque Test *6
Notes:
1
* –
i) For steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 10.2 of ISO 9809-1 or
Paragraph 10.2 of ISO 9809-2 as appropriate,
ii) For stainless steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 7.1.2.1 of EN 1964
-3,
iii) For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.4 of EN 13322-2.
iv) For aluminium alloy Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 10.2 of ISO 7866,
v) For welded aluminium alloy Liners refer to Paragraphs 7.2.3 and 7.2.4 of
EN12862,
vi) For non-metallic Liners refer to Paragraph B1 of this Annex.
*2 –
i) For steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 10.4 of ISO 9809-1 or
Paragraph 10.4 of ISO 9809-2 as appropriate,
ii) For stainless steel Containers or Liners refer to Paragraph 7.1.2.4 of EN
1964-3,
iii) For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.6 of EN 13322-2.
*3 –
i) For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.5 of EN 13322-2,
ii) For welded aluminium alloy Liners refer to Paragraphs 7.2.5, 7.2.6 and 7.2.7
of EN 12862.
*4 –
For welded stainless steel Liners refer to Paragraph 8.7 of EN 13322-2.
*5 –
Test on Liner material.
*6 –
The following test sequence shall be used for Container Type 4: Boss Torque Test
(B21), followed by an Ambient Temperature Pressure Cycling Test (B10), followed
by a Leak Test (B19).

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A5.1.2 Frequency Of Ambient Temperature Pressure Cycling Test

Finished Containers shall be subjected to the ambient temperature pressure

cycling test at a test frequency defined as follows:
i) One Container from each Batch shall be pressure cycled for 3.0 times
the number of Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this
Regulation,
ii) If on 10 sequential production Batches of a design family, i.e. similar
materials and processes, none of the pressure cycled Containers in i)
above should leak or rupture within 4.5 times the number of Filling
Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, then the
pressure cycle test can be reduced to one Container from every 5
Batches of production with the Container selected from the first of the
5 batches,
iii) If on 10 sequential production Batches of a design family, none of the
pressure cycled Containers in i) above should leak or rupture within
6.0 times the number of Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph
2.4.6 of this Regulation, then the pressure cycle test can be reduced to
one Container from every 10 Batches of production with the Container
selected from the first of the 10 batches,
iv) Should more than 3 months have expired since the last Batch of
production, then a Container from the next Batch of production shall be
pressure cycle tested in order to maintain the reduced frequency of
batch testing in ii) or iii) above,
v) Should any reduced frequency pressure cycle test Container in ii) or iii)
above fail to meet 3.0 times the number of Filling Cycles in accordance
with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, then the batch pressure cycle
test frequency in i) shall be reintroduced for at least 10 production
Batches in order to re-establish the reduced frequency of batch
pressure cycle testing in ii) or iii) above,
vi) Should any Container in i), ii) or iii) above fail within 3.0 times the
number of Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this
Regulation, then the cause of failure shall be determined and
corrected following the procedures in Paragraph A5.2 of this Annex.
The pressure cycle test shall then be repeated on an additional three
Containers from that Batch. Should any of the three additional
Containers fail to meet 3.0 times the number of Filling Cycles in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, the Batch shall be
rejected. The Manufacturer shall demonstrate that Containers
produced since the last successful batch test meets all batch test
requirements.

A5.2 FAILURE TO MEET TEST REQUIREMENTS

In the event of failure to meet the test requirements, retesting or reheat treatment and
retesting shall be carried out as follows:
i) If there is evidence of a fault in carrying out a test, or an error of
measurement, a further test shall be performed. If the result of this test is
satisfactory, the first test shall be ignored,
ii) If the test has been carried out in a satisfactory manner, the cause of the test
failure shall be identified.

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If the failure is considered to be due to the heat treatment applied, the Manufacturer
may subject all the Containers of that Batch to a further heat treatment.

If the failure is not due to the heat treatment applied, all the identified defective
Containers shall be rejected or repaired by an approved method. The non-rejected
Containers shall then be considered as a new Batch.

In both cases all the relevant prototype or batch tests needed to prove the
acceptability of the new Batch shall be repeated. If one or more tests prove even
partially unsatisfactory, all Containers of the Batch shall be rejected.

A6 PRODUCTION EXAMINATION AND TEST REQUIREMENTS

Production examination and tests shall be carried out on all Containers during
manufacture and after completion, as follows:
i) Verification that the principal dimensions and mass of the Finished Container and
of any Liner and Over-wrap are within design tolerances,
ii) Verification of compliance with principal manufacturing parameters, in
accordance with Paragraph A3.6 of this Annex, including examination of any
specified surface finish with special attention to deep drawn surfaces and folds or
laps in the neck or shoulder of forged or spun end enclosures or openings,
iii) For metallic Containers and Liners, NDE in accordance with Annex B of ISO
9809 or Annex C of EN 1964-3 or Annex B of EN 13322-2 as appropriate, or a
demonstrated equivalent method capable of detecting the maximum defect size
allowed, to verify that the maximum defect size does not exceed the size
specified in the design as determined below.

In addition welded stainless steel Liners shall also be examined in accordance

with Paragraph 6.8.2 of EN 13322-2, and welded aluminium alloy Liners shall be
examined in accordance with Paragraphs 6.2.1 (second paragraph), and 6.2.3 of
EN 12862.

The design of Type 1, 2 and 3 Containers shall identify the maximum allowable
defect size at any location in the metal Container or Liner that will not grow to a
critical size within either the specified retest period or Service Life if no retest is
specified. The critical defect size is defined as the limiting through-wall
(Container or Liner) thickness defect that would allow stored gas to be
discharged without rupturing the Container. Defect sizes for the rejection criteria
for ultrasonic scanning or equivalent, shall be smaller than the maximum
allowable defect sizes. For Type 2 and 3 Containers, it shall be assumed that
there is no damage to non-metallic materials due to any time-dependent
mechanisms. The allowable defect size for NDE shall be determined by an
appropriate method.
iv) Hardness test for metallic Containers and Liners in accordance with Paragraph
B8 of this Annex and fulfil the requirements therein,
v) Hydraulic test, in accordance with Paragraph B23 of this Annex and fulfil the
requirements therein,
vi) Leak test for Type 4 Containers, in accordance with Paragraph B19 of this Annex
and fulfil the requirements therein,
vii) Verification of markings, in accordance with Paragraph A4.3 of this Annex.

A summary of the required production examination and tests for each Container is
provided in Table 7A.7.
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Table 7A.7 - Production Examination And Tests

Applicable To
Production Examination And Tests
Container Type
& Annex 7 Reference
1 2 3 4
Principal Design Dimensions
A3.6 Principal Manufacturing
Parameters
NDE *1 *1
B8 Hardness Test *1 *1
B19 Leak Test
B23 Hydraulic Test
A4.3 Markings
Note:
*1 - Test on metallic Liner

A7 MODIFICATIONS

Modifications may be approved by the reduced test programme specified in Table

7A.8. Any major changes that are not covered by Table 7A.8 shall be subjected to full
approval testing.

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Type Of Test
Table 7A.8:

pressure Cycling

Boss torque B21

Composite Flaw

Permeation B20
Impact Damage
Ambient Temp.

Rupture – B16
as applicable
Approval Testing Of

Compatibility

Performance
Table 7A.3

Cycling B22
Penetration

Acc. Stress
Note * to

Tolerance
Hydrogen

Hydrogen
Exposure
Chemical
Materials

B1 – B8,

Bonfire
Modifications

Burst
8

Test
LBB
B10

B11

B12

B13

B14

B15

B18
B9
Fibre Manufacturer 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 3, 4
Metallic Container Or Liner Material 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 2, 3 2, 3 3
Plastic Liner Material 4 4 4 4 4
Fibre Material 2, 3, 4 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 3, 4
Resin Material 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 3, 4
Diameter Change ≤20% 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
Diameter Change >20% 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 3, 4
Length Change ≤ 50% 1, 2, 3, 4 -
Length Change> 50% 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 3, 4
Nominal Working Pressure Change 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
1
≤20% *
Nominal Working Pressure Change 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
1
>20% *
Dome Shape 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 4
Opening Size 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
Coating Change 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4
2
End Boss Design 4*
3
Change In Manufacturing Process* 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
Fire Protection System 1, 2, 3, 4
Notes: For example: 2,3 indicates that a test is required for Type 2 and 3 Containers only
1
* - Only when thickness change is proportional to diameter or pressure change
2
* - A hydrogen cycle test is not required if the stresses in the neck are equal to the original or reduced by the design change (e.g. reducing the diameter of
internal threads, or changing the boss length), the liner to boss interface is not affected, and the original materials are used for boss, liner, and seals.
3
* – Any deviation from the parameters specified in Paragraph A3.6 of this Annex is considered to be a change in manufacturing process.
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Annex 7: Part B

APPROVAL TEST PROCEDURES FOR CONTAINERS

TESTS OF CONTAINER MATERIALS

B1 TENSILE TEST

B1.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 4 Containers only.

The test applies to plastic Liner materials only.
Type approval testing - Number of Liners to be tested: 2

B1.2 Procedure

Mechanical properties for plastic Liner materials shall be tested at -40°C in

accordance with ISO 527-2.

B1.3 Requirements

The test results shall be within the Manufacturer’s specifications.

B1.4 Results

The tensile yield strength and ultimate elongation of plastic Liner materials shall be
presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of this Annex.

B2 SOFTENING TEMPERATURE TEST

B2.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 4 Containers only.

The test applies to polymeric materials only.
Type approval testing - Number of Liners to be tested: 1
Batch testing - Number of Liners to be tested: 1

B2.2 Procedure

The softening temperature of polymeric materials from finished Liners shall be

determined based on the A50 method in ISO 306.

B2.3 Requirement

The softening temperature shall be 100 °C.

B2.4 Results

The softening temperature shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of
this Annex.

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B3 GLASS TRANSITION TEMPERATURE TEST

B3.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 2, 3 and 4 Containers.

The test applies to composite resin materials only.
Type approval testing - Number of samples to be tested: 3

B3.2 Procedure

The glass transition temperature of resin materials shall be determined in accordance

with ASTM D3418.

B3.3 Requirements

The test results shall be within the Manufacturer’s specifications.

B3.4 Results

Final results from the test shall be documented by a test report and presented in a
test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of this Annex. The glass transition temperature to be
presented shall be the minimum measured value.

B4 RESIN SHEAR STRENGTH TEST

B4.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 2, 3 and 4 Containers.

The test applies to composite resin materials only.
Type approval testing - Number of samples to be tested: 3

B4.2 Procedure

Resin materials shall be tested on a sample coupon representative of the Over-wrap

in accordance with ASTM D2344.

B4.3 Requirement

After boiling in water for 24 hours the minimum shear strength of the composite shall
be 13.8 MPa.

B4.4 Results

The minimum resin shear strength shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table
7A.3 of this Annex.

B5 COATING TEST

B5.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types where exterior environmental protective
coating is used, e.g. organic coating/paint.

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Type approval testing - Number of samples to be tested: As specified in the

appropriate standards.

B5.2 Procedure and Requirement

Coatings shall be evaluated using the following test methods:

i) Adhesion strength in accordance with ISO 4624, using Method A or B as
appropriate. The coating shall exhibit an adhesion rating of 4.
ii) Flexibility in accordance with ASTM D522, using Method B with a 12.7 mm
mandrel at the specified thickness at -20 °C. Test samples shall be prepared in
accordance with ASTM D522. There shall not be any visually apparent cracks.
iii) Impact resistance in accordance with ASTM D2794. The coating at room
temperature shall pass a forward impact test of 18 J.
iv) Chemical resistance in general accordance with ASTM D1308. The test shall
be conducted using the Open Spot Test Method and 100 hours exposure to a
30% sulphuric acid solution (battery acid with a specific gravity of 1.219) and 24
hours exposure to a polyalkalene glycol, e.g. brake fluid. There shall be no
evidence of lifting, blistering or softening of the coating. The adhesion shall
meet a rating of 3 when tested in accordance with ASTM D3359. This test is
not necessary if a test is undertaken in accordance with Paragraph B14 of this
Annex.
v) Light and water exposure in accordance with ASTM G154, using an exposure
of 1000 hours. There shall be no evidence of blistering. The adhesion shall
meet a rating of 3 when tested in accordance with ISO 4624. The maximum
gloss loss allowed is 20%.
vi) Salt spray exposure in accordance with ASTM B117, using an exposure of 500
hours. Undercutting shall not exceed 3 mm at the scribe mark. There shall be
no evidence of blistering. The adhesion shall meet a rating of 3 when tested in
accordance with ASTM D3359.
vii) Resistance to chipping at room temperature using the ASTM D3170. The
coating shall have a rating of 7A or better, and there shall not be any exposure
of the substrate.

B5.3 Results

Final results from the test shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of
this Annex.

B6 COATING BATCH TEST

B6.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types where exterior environmental protective
coating is used, e.g. organic coating/paint.
Batch testing - Number of Containers/samples to be tested per Batch: In
accordance with Paragraph A5.1 of this Annex.

B6.2 Procedure and Requirement

Coatings shall be evaluated using the following test methods:

i) Coating thickness measurement in accordance with ISO 2808. The thickness
shall meet the design requirements,
ii) Adhesion strength in accordance with ISO 4624, using Method A or B as
appropriate. The coating shall exhibit an adhesion rating of 4.
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B6.3 Results

Final results from the test shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of
this Annex.

The Manufacturer shall keep the coating thickness and adhesion strength values on
file throughout the Service Life of the Container.

B7 HYDROGEN COMPATIBILITY TEST

B7.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 1, 2 and 3 Containers in accordance with Note *8 to Table
7A.3 of this Annex.

Type approval testing - Number of Containers or Liners to be tested: 3

B7.2 Procedure

Special consideration shall be given to safety when conducting this test.

At ambient temperature use hydrogen to pressure cycle for 3.0 times the number of
Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, either:

i) The Container between 2.0 MPa and 1.25 times the Nominal Working
Pressure,

or

ii) The Liner between the pressure levels that will provide an equivalent Liner wall
stress as would be present at 2.0 MPa and 1.25 times the Nominal Working
Pressure for the Container.

B7.3 Requirement

The Containers or Liners shall not fail before reaching 3.0 times the number of Filling
Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation.

B7.4 Results

Final results from the test shall be documented by a test report and presented in a
test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of this Annex.

The Manufacturer shall keep the results on file throughout the Service Life of the
Container.

B8 HARDNESS TEST

B8.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Containers and Liners of Type 1, 2 and 3 Containers.

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The test applies to metallic materials only.

Production testing - Number of Containers or Liners to be tested: All.

The test shall be carried out after the final heat treatment.

B8.2 Procedure

A hardness test shall be carried out on the parallel wall at the centre and at one of
the domed ends of each Container or Liner in accordance with ISO 6506-1.

B8.3 Requirement

The hardness value shall be in the range specified for the design.

B8.4 Results

The hardness value shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.3 of this
Annex.

The Manufacturer shall keep the results on file throughout the Service Life of the
Container.

TESTS OF FINISHED CONTAINERS

B9 BURST TEST

B9.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 3
Type approval testing - Number of Liners to be tested: 1 (Additional test for Type 2
Containers only)
Batch testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested per Batch: In
accordance with Paragraph A5.1 of this Annex.

B9.2 Procedure

The Container shall be hydraulically burst tested at ambient temperature using the
following procedure:

The rate of pressurisation shall be 1.4 MPa/s for pressures higher than 80% of the
Nominal Working Pressure times the Burst Pressure ratio stated in Paragraph A3.9 of
this Annex. If the rate exceeds 0.35 MPa/s at pressures higher than 80% of the
Nominal Working Pressure times the Burst Pressure ratio, then either the Container
shall be placed in series between the pressure source and the pressure
measurement device, or the time at pressure above the Nominal Working Pressure
times the Burst Pressure ratio shall exceed 5 seconds.

B9.3 Requirement

The Burst Pressure of the Container shall exceed the Nominal Working Pressure
times the Burst Pressure ratio stated in Paragraph A3.9 of this Annex.
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The Burst Pressure of the Liner shall exceed 1.25 times the Nominal Working
Pressure.

B9.4 Results

The Burst Pressure shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this
Annex.

The Manufacturer shall keep the Burst Pressure value on file throughout the Service
Life of the Container.

B10 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE PRESSURE CYCLING TEST

B10.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 2
Batch testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested per Batch: In
accordance with Paragraph A5.1 of this Annex.

B10.2 Procedure

Pressure cycling shall be performed at ambient temperature in accordance with the

following procedure:
i) Fill the Container to be tested with a non-corrosive fluid such as oil, inhibited
water or glycol.
ii) Pressure cycle for 3.0 times the number of Filling Cycles in accordance with
Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, between 2.0 MPa and 1.25 times
Nominal Working Pressure at a rate not exceeding 10 cycles per minute.

For type approval, Containers shall be cycled until failure occurs or up to 9 times the
number of Filling Cycles.

For batch testing, Containers shall be destroyed either by continuing the cycling until
failure occurs or in accordance with the burst testing procedure of Paragraph B9.2 of
this Annex. For batch testing of Type 4 Containers, the test sequence given in Note *6
to Table 7A.6 to this Annex shall be followed before destroying the Container.

B10.3 Requirement

The Containers shall not fail before reaching 3.0 times the number of Filling Cycles in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation. For type approval, the
Containers shall either reach 9.0 times the number of Filling Cycles without failure, in
which case the LBB test in Paragraph B19 of this Annex is not required, or they shall
fail by leakage and not by rupture.

B10.4 Results

The number of cycles to failure, along with the location and description of the failure
initiation shall be documented and presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of
this Annex.

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The Manufacturer shall keep the results on file throughout the Service Life of the
Container.

B11 LEAK-BEFORE-BREAK (LBB) PERFORMANCE TEST

B11.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types. The test is not required if the Container
design is already proven to exceed 9.0 times the number of Filling Cycles in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, when tested in accordance with
Paragraph B10 of this Annex.
Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 3

B11.2 Procedure

The Container shall be tested using the following procedure:

i) Fill the Container to be tested with a non-corrosive fluid such as oil, inhibited water
or glycol,
ii) Pressure cycle the Container between 2.0 MPa and 1.5 times Nominal
Working Pressure at a rate of 10 cycles per minute to 3.0 times the number of
Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation.

B11.3 Requirement

The Containers tested shall either fail by leakage or shall exceed 3.0 times the
number of Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation
without failure.

B11.4 Results

The number of cycles to failure, along with the location and description of the failure
initiation, shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex.

B12 BONFIRE TEST

B12.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: Minimum 1

B12.2 Procedure

Special consideration shall be given to safety when conducting this test.

The Container shall be pressurised to Nominal Working Pressure with hydrogen or a

gas with a higher thermal pressure build up. The pressurised Container shall be
tested as follows:
i) Place the Container in a horizontal position approximately 100 mm above a
uniform fire source with a length of 1.65 m. The arrangement of the fire shall be
recorded in sufficient detail to ensure the rate of heat input to the Container is
reproducible. Any failure or inconsistency of the fire source during a test shall
invalidate the result,
ii) If the Container is 1.65 m, it shall be positioned centrically above the fire
source,
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iii) If the Container is > 1.65 m and it is fitted with a Pressure Relief Device at only
one end, the fire source shall commence at the opposite end,
iv) If the Container is > 1.65 m and it is fitted with Pressure Relief Devices at more
than one location along its length, the centre of the fire source shall be centred
midway between those Pressure Relief Devices that are separated by the
greatest horizontal distance,
v) If the Container is > 1.65 m and it is additionally protected by thermal insulation,
2 fire tests shall be performed at Nominal Working Pressure. The Container shall
be positioned centrically above the fire source in one test, while the fire shall
commence at one of the Container ends in the other,
vi) Metallic shielding shall be used to prevent direct flame impingement on Container
valves, Fittings, or Pressure Relief Devices. The metallic shielding shall not be in
direct contact with the Pressure Relief Devices. Any failure during the test of a
valve, Fitting or tubing that is not part of the intended protection system for the
design shall invalidate the result,
vii) Surface temperatures shall be monitored by at least three thermocouples located
along the bottom of the Container and spaced not more than 0.75 m apart.
Metallic shielding shall be used to prevent direct flame impingement on the
thermocouples. Alternatively, thermocouples may be inserted into blocks of metal
measuring less than 25 mm x 25 mm x 25 mm,
viii) The fire source shall provide direct flame impingement on the Container surface
across its entire diameter immediately following ignition,
ix) Thermocouple temperatures and the Container pressure shall be recorded at
intervals of 10 seconds during the test,
x) Within 5 minutes of ignition and for the remaining duration of the test the
temperature of at least one thermocouple shall indicate at least 590 °C,

B12.3 Requirement

The Container shall only vent through the Pressure Relief Device(s) and shall not
rupture.

B12.4 Results

The results shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex, and
shall include the following data for each Container as a minimum:
i) The elapsed time from ignition of the fire to the start of venting through the
Pressure Relief Device(s),
ii) The maximum pressure and time of evacuation until a pressure 1.0 MPa is
reached.

B13 PENETRATION TEST

B13.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B13.2 Procedure

The Container, complete with protective coating, shall be tested in the following
sequence:
i) Pressurise with compressed gas to Nominal Working Pressure ± 1.0 MPa,

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ii) Penetrate at least one sidewall of the Container by an armour piercing bullet
with a diameter of 7.62 mm or greater. The projectile shall impact the sidewall
at an approximate angle of 45°.

B13.3 Requirement

The Container shall not rupture.

B13.4 Results

The approximate size of the entrance and exit openings and their locations shall be
presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex.

B14 CHEMICAL EXPOSURE TEST

B14.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 2, 3 and 4 Containers.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B14.2 Procedure

The Container, including coating if applicable, shall be tested in the following

sequence:
i) The upper section of the Container shall be divided into five distinct areas and
marked for pendulum impact preconditioning and fluid exposure. The five
areas shall each be nominally 100 mm in diameter. The five areas do not
need to be oriented along a single line, but shall not overlap,
ii) The approximate centre of each of the five areas shall be preconditioned by
the impact of a pendulum body. The steel impact body of the pendulum shall
have the shape of a pyramid with equilateral triangle faces and a square base,
the summit and the edges being rounded to a radius of 3 mm. The centre of
percussion of the pendulum shall coincide with the centre of gravity of the
pyramid; its distance from the axis of rotation of the pendulum being 1 m and
the total mass of the pendulum referred to its centre of percussion shall be 15
kg. The energy of the pendulum at the moment of impact shall not be less
than 30J, and as close to that value as possible. During pendulum impact, the
Container shall be held in position by the end bosses or by the intended
mounting brackets. The Container shall be unpressurised during
preconditioning,
iii) Each of the 5 preconditioned areas shall be exposed to one of five solutions.
The five solutions are:
a) Sulphuric acid - 19% solution by volume in water,
b) Sodium hydroxide - 25% solution by weight in water,
c) Methanol/gasoline - 5/95 % concentration,
d) Ammonium nitrate - 28% solution by weight in water,
e) Windshield washer fluid (50% by volume solution of methyl alcohol and
water).
iv) During the exposure, orientate the Container with the fluid exposure areas
uppermost. Place a pad of glass wool approximately 0.5 mm thick and 100
mm in diameter on each of the five preconditioned exposure areas. Apply an
amount of the test fluid to the glass wool sufficient to ensure that the pad is
wetted evenly across its surface and through its thickness for the duration of
the test,
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v) Pressure cycle between 2MPa and 1.25 times Nominal Working Pressure
for the number of Filling Cycles calculated in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6
of this Regulation, at a maximum pressurisation rate of 2.75 MPa/s,
vi) Pressurise to 1.25 times Nominal Working Pressure and hold at that pressure
for a minimum of 24 hours until the elapsed exposure time (pressure cycling
and pressure hold) to the environmental fluids equals at least 48 hours,
vii) Burst Test in accordance with Paragraph B9.2 of this Annex.

B14.3 Requirement

The Container shall achieve a Burst Pressure of 1.8 times Nominal Working
Pressure.

B14.4 Results

The Burst Pressure shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this
Annex.

B15 COMPOSITE FLAW TOLERANCE TEST

B15.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 2, 3 and 4 Containers.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B15.2 Procedure

The Container, complete with protective coating, shall be tested in the following
sequence:
i) Flaws in the longitudinal direction shall be cut into the Over-wrap. The flaws
shall be greater than the visual inspection limits as specified by the
Manufacturer, and at least the following flaws shall be cut in the longitudinal
direction into the Container sidewall:
a) 25mm long by 1.25mm deep,
b) 200mm long by 0.75mm deep.
ii) Pressure cycle the flawed Container between 2.0 MPa and 1.25 times
Nominal Working Pressure at ambient temperature for 3.0 times the number of
Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation.

B15.3 Requirement

The Container shall not leak or rupture within 0.6 times the number of Filling Cycles
in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, but may fail by leakage during
the remaining test cycles.

B15.4 Results

The number of cycles to failure, along with the location and description of the failure
initiation shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex.

B16 ACCELERATED STRESS RUPTURE TEST

B16.1 Sampling

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The test applies to Type 2, 3 and 4 Containers.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B16.2 Procedure

The Container, free of any protective coating, shall be tested in the following
sequence:
i) Pressurise to 1.25 times Nominal Working Pressure for 1000 hours at 85 °C,
ii) Burst Test in accordance with Paragraph B9.2 of this Annex.

B16.3 Requirement

The Container shall achieve a Burst Pressure of 0.85 times the Nominal Working
Pressure times the Burst Pressure ratio given in Paragraph A3.9 of this Annex.

B16.4 Results

The Burst Pressure shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this
Annex.

B17 EXTREME TEMPERATURE PRESSURE CYCLING TEST

B17.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 2, 3 and 4 Containers.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B17.2 Procedure

The Containers, with the composite wrapping free of any protective coating, shall be
hydrostatically cycle tested in the following sequence:
i) Condition for 48 hours with a temperature 85 °C and a relative humidity
95%,
ii) Pressure cycle between 2.0 MPa and 1.25 times Nominal Working
Pressure at a temperature 85 °C and a relative humidity 95%, for 1.5 times
the number of Filling Cycles calculated in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of
this Regulation,
iii) Stabilise at ambient conditions,
iv) Condition the Container and test fluid to a temperature -40 °C as measured
on the Container surface and in the fluid,
v) Pressure cycle between 2.0 MPa and Nominal Working Pressure at -40
°C, for 1.5 times the number of Filling Cycles calculated in accordance with
Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation,
vi) Leak Test*1 in accordance with Paragraph B19 of this Annex,
vii) Burst Test in accordance with Paragraph B9.2 of this Annex.

Note: *1 - Applies to Type 4 Containers only.

B17.3 Requirement

The Containers shall be cycle tested without showing evidence of rupture, leakage, or
fibre unravelling.

Type 4 Containers shall meet the leak test requirements.

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The Containers shall not burst at less than 85% of the Nominal Working Pressure
times the Burst Pressure ratio given in Paragraph A3.9 of this Annex.

B17.4 Results

The Burst Pressure shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this
Annex.

B18 IMPACT DAMAGE TEST

B18.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 3 and 4 Containers.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: Minimum 1 (All
impact tests may be performed on one Container, or individual impacts on a
maximum of 3 Containers).

B18.2 Procedure

The drop tests shall be performed at ambient temperature without internal

pressurisation or attached valves. A plug may be inserted in the threaded ports to
prevent damage to the threads and seal surfaces.

The surface onto which the Container is dropped shall be a smooth, horizontal
concrete pad or similar rigid floor.

The Container shall be tested in the following sequence:

i) Drop once from a horizontal position with the bottom 1.8 m above the ground,
ii) Drop once onto each end of the Container from a vertical position with a
potential energy 488 J, but in no case shall the bottom end be more than 1.8
m above the ground,
iii) Drop once at a 45° angle, and then for non-symmetrical or non-cylindrical
Containers rotate the Container through 90° along its longitudinal axis and drop
again at a 45° angle, with its centre of gravity 1.8 m above the ground.
However, if the bottom is closer to the ground than 0.6 m, the drop angle shall
be changed to maintain a minimum height of 0.6 m and the centre of gravity 1.8
m above the ground.
iv) No attempt shall be made to prevent bouncing of the Container, but it may be
prevented from falling over during the vertical drop test.
v) Pressure cycle the Container between 2.0 MPa and 1.25 times Nominal
Working Pressure for three times the number of Filling cycles calculated in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation.

B18.3 Requirements

The Container shall not leak or rupture within 0.6 times the number of Filling cycles
calculated in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation, but may fail by
leakage during the remaining test cycles.

B18.4 Results

The number of cycles to failure, along with the location and description of the failure
initiation shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex.
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B19 LEAK TEST

B19.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 4 Containers only.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1
Batch testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested per Batch: In
accordance with Paragraph A5.1 of this Annex.
Production testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: All

B19.2 Procedure

The Container shall be thoroughly dried and pressurised to Nominal Working

Pressure with Leak Test Gas.

For batch testing, follow the test sequence given in Note *6 to Table 7A.6 to this
Annex.

B19.3 Requirement

Any leakage detected through cracks, pores, unbonds or similar defects shall cause
the Container to be rejected. Permeation through the wall in accordance with
Paragraph B20 of this Annex is not considered to be leakage.

B19.4 Results

The total leakage value shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this
Annex. The leakage rate is applicable to tests carried out with 100% hydrogen only.
Leakage rates for other gases or gas mixtures shall be converted to an equivalent
leakage rate to that for 100% hydrogen.

The Manufacturer shall keep the total leakage value on file throughout the Service
Life of the Container.

B20 PERMEATION TEST

B20.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 4 Containers only.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B20.2 Procedure

Special consideration shall be given to safety when conducting this test.

The Container shall be tested in the following sequence:

i) Pressurise with hydrogen gas to Nominal Working Pressure,
ii) Place in an enclosed sealed chamber at ambient temperature and monitor for
permeation for 500 hours.

B20.3 Requirement

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The steady state permeation rate shall be less than 1.0 Ncm per hour of hydrogen
per litre internal volume of the Container.

B20.4 Results

The steady state permeation rate shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table
7A.4 of this Annex.

B21 BOSS TORQUE TEST

B21.1 Sampling

The test applies to Type 4 Containers only.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1
Batch testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested per Batch: In
accordance with Paragraph A5.1 of this Annex.

B21.2 Procedure

The Container shall be tested in the following sequence:

i) Restrain the body of the Container against rotation,
ii) Apply a torque of 2 times the valve or Pressure Relief Device installation torque
specified by the Manufacturer to each end boss of the Container; first in the
direction to tighten the threaded connection, then in the direction to loosen, and
finally again in the direction to tighten,

For type approval, the following tests shall also be conducted:

i) Leak Test in accordance with Paragraph B19 of this Annex,
ii) Burst Test in accordance with Paragraphs B9.2 & 9.3 of this Annex.
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For batch testing, follow the test sequence given in Note * to Table 7A.6 to this
Annex.

B21.3 Requirement

For type approval, the Container shall meet the leak and burst test requirements.

For batch testing, the Container shall meet the leak test requirements.

B21.4 Results

The applied torque, leakage and Burst Pressure shall be presented in a test
summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex. The leakage rate is applicable to tests
carried out with 100% hydrogen only. Leakage rates for other gases or gas mixtures
shall be converted to an equivalent leakage rate to that for 100% hydrogen.

The Manufacturer shall keep the results on file throughout the Service Life of the
Container.

B22 HYDROGEN GAS CYCLING TEST

B22.1 Sampling

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The test applies to Type 4 Containers only.

Type approval testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: 1

B22.2 Procedure

Special consideration shall be given to safety when conducting this test.

The Container shall be tested in the following sequence:

i) Use hydrogen gas to pressure cycle the Container between 2.0 MPa and
Nominal Working Pressure for 1000 cycles. The filling time shall not exceed 5
minutes. Unless otherwise specified by the Manufacturer, temperatures during
venting shall not exceed the values specified in Paragraph 2.4.5 of this
Regulation.
ii) Leak test in accordance with Paragraph B19 of this Annex,
iii) Section the Container and inspect the Liner and Liner/end boss interface for
evidence of any deterioration, such as fatigue cracking or electrostatic
discharge.

B22.3 Requirement

The Container shall meet the leak test requirements.

The Liner and Liner/end boss interface shall be free of any deterioration, such as
fatigue cracking or electrostatic discharge.

B22.4 Results

The total leakage value shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this
Annex.

B23 HYDRAULIC TEST

B23.1 Sampling

The test applies to all Container Types.

Production testing - Number of Finished Containers to be tested: All

B23.2 Procedure and Requirement

i) The Container shall be pressurised to 1.5 times Nominal Working Pressure.

Under no circumstance may the pressure exceed the Auto-frettage Pressure.
ii) The pressure shall be maintained for at least 30 seconds to ensure complete
expansion. If the pressure cannot be maintained due to failure of the test
apparatus, it is permissible to repeat the test at a pressure increased by 0.7
MPa. Not more than 2 such repeat tests are permitted.
iii) For Type 1, 2 or 3 Containers, the Manufacturer shall define the appropriate
limit of permanent volumetric expansion for the test pressure used, but in no
case shall the permanent expansion exceed 5% of the total volumetric
expansion measured under the test pressure. Permanent expansion is defined
as the residual volumetric expansion after the pressure has been released.
iv) For Type 4 Containers, the Manufacturer shall define the appropriate limit of
elastic expansion for the test pressure used, but in no case shall the elastic
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10%. Elastic expansion is defined as the total expansion less the permanent
expansion (see iii above).
v) Any Container that does not meet the defined expansion limit shall be rejected,
but may still be used for batch test purposes.

B23.3 Results

The results shall be presented in a test summary, e.g. Table 7A.4 of this Annex.

The Manufacturer shall keep the results on file throughout the Service Life of the
Container.

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Annex 8

REQUIREMENTS AND APPROVAL TEST PROCEDURES

FOR SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OTHER THAN CONTAINERS

Contents Page

Part A PROVISIONS REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF

SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OTHER THAN CONTAINERS

A1 References

A2 General Requirements

A3 Approval Requirements

Part B APPROVAL TEST PROCEDURES FOR

SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OTHER THAN CONTAINERS

B1 Hydrogen Compatibility Test

B2 Ageing Test

B3 Ozone Compatibility Test

B4 Corrosion Resistance Test

B5 Endurance Test

B6 Hydraulic Pressure Cycle Test

B7 Internal Leakage Test

B8 External Leakage Test

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Annex 8: Part A

PROVISIONS REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF

SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OTHER THAN CONTAINERS

A1 REFERENCES

The following standards contain provisions that, through reference in this text,
constitute provisions of this Annex. Where standards other than ISO standards are
referenced they may be replaced by equivalent national standards.

International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) Standards

ISO 6957: 1988 Copper Alloys - Ammonia Test For Stress Corrosion
Resistance
ISO 7866:1999 Gas Cylinders - Refillable Seamless Aluminium Alloy
Gas Cylinders - Design, Construction And Testing
ISO 9227: 1990 Corrosion Tests In Artificial Atmospheres - Salt Spray
Tests
ISO 9809-1:1999 Gas Cylinders - Refillable Seamless Steel Gas Cylinders
- Design, Construction And Testing - Part 1: Quenched
And Tempered Steel Cylinders With Tensile Strength
Less Than 1100 Mpa
ISO 11114-1: 1997 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Compatibility Of Cylinder
And Valve Materials With Gas Contents – Part 1:
Metallic Materials
ISO/DIS 11114-4: 2002 Transportable Gas Cylinders – Compatibility Of
Cylinders And Valve Materials With Gas Contents – Part
4: Test Methods For Selecting Metallic Materials
Resistant To Hydrogen Embrittlement
ISO/WD 17268: 2001 Gaseous Hydrogen – Land Vehicle Filling Connectors

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards

ASTM D572: Test for Accelerated Aging of Vulcanised Rubber by

Oxygen Pressure Method

A2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A2.1 Unless otherwise stated in this Annex all tests shall be performed at 20°C ± 5°C.

A2.2 Explosive gas mixtures shall be prevented from developing during the test
procedures described in this Annex.

A2.3 The test period for leakage and pressure tests shall be not less than 3 minutes.

A2.4 Unless otherwise stated the applied test pressure is to be measured at the inlet of the
component under test.

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A2.5 If a component is exposed to the pressure due to refilling operations, then Filling
Cycles shall be used. If a component is exposed to pressure due to the operation of
the vehicle, i.e. switching of the vehicle activation switch, then Duty Cycles shall be
used.

A3 APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS

A3.1 GENERAL APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS

A3.1.1 In addition to the requirements given below, the Manufacturer shall complete
all documents referred to in Part B of this Annex and submit them to the
Competent Authority when applying for type approval.

A3.1.2 The Specific Components shall be subjected to the applicable test procedures
laid down in Table 8A.1 of this Annex. The tests shall be conducted on
Specific Components that are representative of normal production and
complete with identification marks.

A3.1.3 The tests specified in Paragraphs B4 to B8 of this Annex shall be conducted

on the same samples of Specific Components in the sequence given in Table
8A.1 unless otherwise indicated, e.g. for Fittings the Corrosion Resistance
Test (B4) shall be followed by an Endurance Test (B5), then by an Hydraulic
Pressure Cycle Test (B6), and finally by an External leakage Test (B8). If a
Specific Component does not contain metallic sub-components the testing
shall commence with the first applicable test.

A3.2 SPECIFIC APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS

A3.2.1 Approval for a Flexible Fuel Line shall be given for one of any length with a
minimum bending radius specified by the Manufacturer and when assembled
with a specific type of Fitting.

A3.2.2 Any reinforcing interlayer of a Flexible Fuel Line shall be protected against
corrosion either by a cover or by using a corrosion resistant material for the
reinforcement(s), e.g. stainless steel. If a cover is used the formation of
bubbles between layers shall be prevented.

A3.2.3 Flexible Fuel Lines shall have an electrical resistance of less than 1 mega-
ohm per meter.

A3.2.4 The profile of Receptacles shall comply with ISO 17268.

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SPECIFIC COMPONENT TYPE OF TEST

Material Tests Corrosion Endurance Test Hydraulic Internal Leakage External Leakage
Resistance Test Pressure Cycle Test Test
B5 Test
B1, B2 & B3 B4 B6 B7 B8
Automatic Valves

Fittings

Flexible Fuel Lines

Heat Exchangers

Hydrogen Filters

Manual Valves

Non-Return Valves

Pressure Regulators

Pressure Relief Devices

Pressure Relief Valves

Receptacles

Removable Storage System

Connectors

Sensors for Hydrogen Systems

Table 8A.1: Applicable Test Procedures For Specific Components Other Than Containers
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Annex 8: Part B

APPROVAL TEST PROCEDURES FOR

SPECIFIC COMPONENTS OTHER THAN CONTAINERS

MATERIAL TESTS

B1 HYDROGEN COMPATIBILITY TEST

B1.1 Sampling

The test applies to the materials used in a Specific Component where the material is
in contact with hydrogen except:
i) Aluminium alloys that conform to Paragraphs 6.1 and 6.2 of ISO 7866,
ii) Steels that conform to Paragraph 6.3 and 7.2.2 of ISO 9809-1.
Number of material samples to be tested: 3

B1.2 Procedure and Requirements

i) For metallic materials other than those stated above hydrogen compatibility
shall be demonstrated in accordance with ISO11114-1 or ISO/DIS 11114-4.
ii) Non-metallic materials
Hydrogen compatibility shall be demonstrated.

B1.3 Results

The results of the tests shall be presented in a test summary.

B2 AGEING TEST

B2.1 Sampling

All non-metallic materials used in a Specific Component shall be tested.

Number of material samples to be tested: 3

B2.2 Procedure and Requirements

Special consideration shall be given to safety when conducting this test.

The test shall be undertaken in accordance with ASTM D572. The sample shall be
exposed to oxygen at the maximum material temperature in accordance with
Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this Regulation at 2.0 MPa for a period of 96 hours. Either the
tensile strength and elongation or the microhardness shall comply with the
specifications given by the Manufacturer. No visible cracking of the test samples is
allowed.

B2.3 Results

The results of the tests shall be presented in a test summary.

B3 OZONE COMPATIBILITY TEST

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B3.1 Sampling

The test applies to elastomer materials where:

i) A sealing surface is exposed directly to air, e.g. facing seal of a Receptacle,
ii) Used as a Flexible Fuel Line cover.

Number of material samples to be tested: 3

B3.2 Procedure and Requirements

The test shall be undertaken in accordance with ISO 1431/1.

The test samples shall be stressed to 20 percent elongation and exposed to air at
40°C with an ozone concentration of 0.5 parts per million for a period of 120 hours.

No visible cracking of the test samples is allowed.

B3.3 Results

The results of the tests shall be presented in a test summary.

TESTS OF SPECIFIC COMPONENTS

B4 CORROSION RESISTANCE TEST

B4.1 Sampling

Number of Specific Components to be tested: 3

B4.2 Procedure and Requirements

Test i) Metallic components shall be submitted to a 144 hour salt spray test in
accordance with ISO 9227 with all connections closed and shall meet the
requirements therein.

Test ii) A copper alloy component shall also be submitted to 24 hours immersion in
ammonia in accordance with ISO 6957 with all connections closed and shall
meet the requirements therein.

B4.3 Results

The results of the tests shall be presented in a test summary.

B5 ENDURANCE TEST

B5.1 Sampling

Number of Specific Components to be tested: 3

B5.2 Procedures And Requirements

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B5.2.1 Automatic, Manual & Non-return Valves

The Specific Component shall be tested in accordance with the following

procedure:
i) Pressurise the Specific Component with dry air, nitrogen, or hydrogen
to Nominal Working Pressure and subject it to 96% of the total number
of test cycles in accordance with Table 8B.1 of this Annex at 20°C ±
5°C. A complete test cycle shall take place over a period of not less
than 10 ± 2 seconds. When the valve is in the closed position the
downstream pressure shall decay to 0.5 times the Nominal Working
Pressure of the component or lower. The Specific Component shall
fulfil the requirements of the Internal and External Leakage Tests
(Paragraphs B7 and B8 of this Annex respectively) at this temperature.
ii) The Specific Component shall then be operated through 2% of the
total number of test cycles at the minimum material temperature in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this Regulation after 2 hours
conditioning at this temperature. The Specific Component shall fulfil
the requirements of the Internal and External Leakage Tests
(Paragraphs B7 and B8 of this Annex respectively) at this temperature.
iii) The Specific Component shall then be operated through 2% of the
total number of test cycles at the maximum material temperature in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this Regulation after 2 hours
conditioning at this temperature and at 1.25 times Nominal Working
Pressure. The Specific Component shall fulfil the requirements of the
Internal and External Leakage Tests (Paragraphs B7 and B8 of this
Annex respectively) at this temperature.

SPECIFIC COMPONENT NO. OF TEST CYCLES

Automatic Valve 1.5 times the number of Duty Cycles or
Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph
2.4.6 or 2.4.7 of this Regulation, as
appropriate to the use of the valve.

Manual Valve 100

Non-return Valve 2.0 times the number of Duty Cycles or

Filling Cycles in accordance with Paragraph
2.4.6 or 2.4.7 of this Regulation, as
appropriate to the use of the valve.

Table 8B.1: Test Cycles For Valves

B5.2.2 Fittings

Fittings shall be subjected to 25 connection/disconnection cycles.

B5.2.3 Flexible Fuel Lines

The length of the flexible part of the Flexible Fuel Line with its Fittings
attached, to be used in the following test shall be calculated as follows:

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L = 4.142R + 3.57D
where:
L = Length of the flexible part of the Flexible Fuel Line
R = Minimum bending radius specified by the Manufacturer
D= Outside diameter of the Flexible Fuel Line

The Flexible Fuel Line shall be bent in the manner depicted in Figure 8B.1 of
this Annex and attached to a fixture in that position by the Fittings with which it
is to be approved. One end of the Flexible Fuel Line shall be attached to a
reciprocating manifold and the other end shall be attached to a stationary
manifold connected to a hydraulic supply. The Flexible Fuel Line shall be
pressurised quickly by means of a quick opening solenoid valve, such that
one cycle consists of holding the pressure at 1.25 times the Nominal Working
Pressure for 10 ± 1 seconds (except for Flexible Fuel Lines with a required
material temperature of 1200C where the hold pressure shall be 1.37 times
Nominal Working Pressure) and then reducing it to less than 0.1 times the
Nominal Working Pressure for 5 ± 0.5 seconds. The total number of test
cycles shall be equal to 2.0 times the number of Filling Cycles or Duty Cycles
as appropriate to the use of the Flexible Fuel Line in accordance with
Paragraph 2.4.6 or 2.4.7 of this Regulation as appropriate. 50% of the test
cycles shall be performed at the minimum and the remaining 50% at the
maximum material temperature in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this
Regulation.

Superimposed on the hydraulic pressure cycles is a flexing cycle. The flexing

rate shall be 36 ± 2% of the hydraulic pressure cycling rate. This assures that
the Flexible Fuel Line is in a different configuration on each succeeding
pressure cycle impulse. The test fixture is shown in Figure 8B.1 of this Annex
with the distance A calculated as:

A = 1.75R + D

The Flexible Fuel Line shall not show any visible signs of damage.

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Figure 8B.1: Flex-impulse Testing Fixture

B5.2.4 Pressure Regulators

Pressure Regulators shall be tested in accordance with the following

procedure:
i) The Pressure Regulator shall be connected to a source of Leak Test
Gas at Nominal Working Pressure and cycled through 95% of the
number of Duty Cycles calculated in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.7
of this Regulation. One cycle shall consist of flow until stable outlet
pressure has been attained, after which the gas flow shall be shutoff
by a downstream quick closing valve until stable lockup pressure has
been achieved. The Pressure Regulator shall then fulfil the
requirements of the Internal and External Leakage Tests (Paragraphs
B7 and B8 of this Annex respectively) conducted at 20°C ± 5°C.
ii) The inlet of the Pressure Regulator shall be pressure cycled through
1% of the number of Duty Cycles from Nominal Working Pressure to
0.5 times the Nominal Working Pressure or less. Subsequently the
Pressure Regulator shall fulfil the requirements of the Internal and
External Leakage Tests (B7 and B8) conducted at 20°C ± 5°C.
iii) The cycling procedure in i) above shall be repeated at the maximum
material temperature in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this
Regulation and at 1.25 times the Nominal Working Pressure for 1% of
the number of Duty Cycles. Subsequently the Pressure Regulator shall
fulfil the requirements of the Internal and External Leakage Tests (B7
and B8) conducted at the maximum material temperature.
iv) The cycling procedure in ii) above shall be repeated at the maximum
material temperature and at 1.25 times the Nominal Working Pressure
for 1% of the number of Duty Cycles. Subsequently the Pressure
Regulator shall fulfil the requirements of the Internal and External
Leakage Tests (B7 and B8) conducted at the maximum material
temperature.
v) The cycling procedure in i) above shall be repeated at the minimum
material temperature in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this
Regulation and at Nominal Working Pressure for 1% of the number of
Duty Cycles. Subsequently the Pressure Regulator shall fulfil the
requirements of the Internal and External Leakage Tests (B7 and B8)
conducted at the minimum material temperature.
vi) The cycling procedure in ii) above shall be repeated at the minimum
material temperature and at Nominal Working Pressure for 1% of the
number of Duty Cycles. Subsequently the Pressure Regulator shall
fulfil the requirements of the Internal and External Leakage Tests (B7
and B8) conducted at the minimum material temperature.

B5.2.5 Pressure Relief Devices

i) Creep Test
Pressure Relief Devices shall be hydrostatically pressurised to 1.25
times Nominal Working Pressure and held for 500 hours at a
temperature (TL) calculated from the following equation:
TL = T (0.057) (0.34 log(T/Tf))
where

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TL = Test temperature, ºC
Tf = Activation temperature of the Pressure Relief Device, ºC
T= 82ºC
Log is base 10

Pressure Relief Devices shall not show signs of creep and shall fulfil
the requirements of the Internal Leakage Test (Paragraph B7 of this
Annex) after being subjected to the above test.

ii) Activation Temperature

Following the Creep Test in i) above, the Pressure Relief Devices shall
be pressurised with dry air, nitrogen, or hydrogen to Nominal Working
Pressure. Subsequently the Pressure Relief Devices shall be exposed
to an increasing temperature cycle starting from ambient temperature
with a rate not exceeding 10 °C per minute until the specified activation
temperature minus 10 °C is reached and then with a rate of not
exceeding 2 °C per minute until the Pressure Relief Devices activate.
The activation temperature shall be within a range of ± 5 % of the
Manufacturer’s specified activation temperature. After activation the
Pressure Relief Devices shall show no evidence of fragmentation.

B5.2.6 Pressure Relief Valves

Pressurise the Pressure Relief Valve for 25 cycles. A test cycle consists of
pressurising the Pressure Relief Valve to the activation pressure causing the
Pressure Relief Valve to open and vent. Once the Pressure Relief Valve is
venting the inlet pressure shall be reduced causing the Pressure Relief Valve
to re-seat. The cycle time shall be a period of 10 ± 2 s. For the final cycle the
activation pressure shall be reported and shall correspond to the activation
pressure specified by the Manufacturer within a range of ±5%.

B5.2.7 Receptacles

Receptacles shall be submitted to a number of connection/disconnection

cycles equal to three times the number of Filling Cycles calculated in
accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation. For each cycle the
Receptacle shall be pressurised to 1.25 times the Nominal Working Pressure.

B5.2.8 Sensors For Hydrogen Systems

If a sensor is intended to be installed into a Hydrogen Component and is

subjected to the same number of Duty Cycles or Filling Cycles, it shall be
subjected to the same endurance test as the Hydrogen Component into which
it is installed.

B5.2.9 Removable Storage System Connector

A Removable Storage System Connector shall be submitted to a number of

connection/disconnection cycles equal to three times the number of Filling Cycles calculated
in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation. For each cycle the Removable
Storage System Connector shall be pressurised to 1.25 times the Nominal Working
Pressure. Subsequently the Removable Storage System Connector shall fulfil the
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the Removable Storage System Connector mounted on the vehicle and on the Removable
Storage System are separated and also when connected together.

B5.3 Results

The results of the test shall be presented in a test summary.

B6 HYDRAULIC PRESSURE CYCLE TEST

B6.1 Sampling

Number of Specific Components to be tested: 3

B6.2 Procedure and Requirements

B6.2.1 Pressure Relief Devices

Pressure Relief Devices shall be subjected to 1.5 times the number of Filling
Cycles calculated in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 of this Regulation at
both the minimum and maximum material temperatures in accordance with
Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of this Regulation.

The pressure shall periodically change from 2 MPa to 1.25 times Nominal
Working Pressure at a rate not exceeding 4 cycles per minute, except when
tested at the minimum material temperature when the maximum test pressure
shall be Nominal Working Pressure.

If fusible metal is used in a Pressure Relief Device it shall show no visible sign
of extrusion.

B6.2.2 Specific Components Other Than Pressure Relief Devices

The Specific Components shall be subjected to 3 times the number of Filling

Cycles or Duty Cycles calculated in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.6 or 2.4.7
of this Regulation.

The pressure shall periodically change from 2.0 MPa to 1.25 times Nominal
Working Pressure for components upstream of the First Pressure Regulator,
or from 0.1 times MAWP to MAWP for components downstream of the First
Pressure Regulator, at a rate not exceeding 4 cycles per minute.

Subsequently the Component shall fulfil the requirements of the Internal and
External Leakage Tests (Paragraphs B7 and B8 of this Regulation).

B6.3 Results

The results of the tests shall be presented in a test summary.

B7 INTERNAL LEAKAGE TEST

B7.1 Sampling
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Number of Specific Components to be tested: 3

B7.2 Procedure

The Specific Components shall be tested using Leak Test Gas and shall be
pressurised at the inlet of the component when it is in its characteristic closed
position and with the corresponding outlet port open.

The Specific Component shall be tested at the following conditions:

i) At 20°C ± 5°C and at 0.02 times Nominal Working Pressure and at Nominal
Working Pressure. Where an External Leakage Test (Paragraph B8 of this
Annex) is also required at this temperature it may be undertaken before the
next stage of this test.
ii) At the minimum material temperature in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1 of
this Regulation, after 2 hours conditioning to this temperature and at 0.02
times Nominal Working Pressure and at Nominal Working Pressure. Where an
External Leakage Test (Paragraph B8 of this Annex) is also required at this
temperature it may be undertaken before the next stage of this test.
iii) At the maximum material temperature in accordance with Paragraph 2.4.5.1
of this Regulation, after 2 hours conditioning to this temperature and at 0.02
times Nominal Working Pressure and 1.25 times Nominal Working Pressure,
except for components with a required material temperature of 1200C where
the higher test pressure shall be 1.37 times Nominal Working Pressure.

The component shall be observed for leakage with its outlet port open. The leakage
can be determined by a flowmeter installed on the inlet side of the component or by
another test method, which has been demonstrated to be equivalent.

B7.3 Requirements

When pressurised the Specific Component shall stay bubble free for three minutes or
shall not leak internally at a rate exceeding 10 Ncm3 per hour. The permitted leakage
rate is applicable to tests with 100% hydrogen only. Permitted leakage rates for other
gases or gas mixtures shall be converted to an equivalent leakage rate to that for
100% hydrogen.

B7.4 Results

The results of the test shall be presented in a test summary.

B8 EXTERNAL LEAKAGE TEST

B8.1 Sampling

Number of Specific Components to be tested: 3

B8.2 Procedure

The Specific Components shall be tested using Leak Test Gas at the following
conditions:

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i) At 20°C ± 5°C and at 0.02 times Nominal Working Pressure and at Nominal
Working Pressure.
ii) At the minimum required material temperature, in accordance with Paragraph
2.4.5.1 of this Regulation, after 2 hours conditioning to this temperature and at
0.02 times Nominal Working Pressure and at Nominal Working Pressure.
iii) At the maximum required material temperature, in accordance with Paragraph
2.4.5.1 of this Regulation, after 2 hours conditioning to this temperature and at
0.02 times Nominal Working Pressure and 1.25 times Nominal Working
Pressure, except for components with a required material temperature of
1200C where the higher test pressure shall be 1.37 times Nominal Working
Pressure.

For heat exchangers this test shall only be undertaken on the hydrogen circuit.

B8.3 Requirements

Throughout the test the Specific Component shall be free from leakage through stem
or body seals or other joints, and shall not show evidence of porosity in casting,
demonstrated by a surface active agent without formation of bubbles for 3 minutes or
3
measured with a combined leakage and permeation rate less than 10 Ncm per hour
3
(for Flexible Fuel Lines only 10 Ncm per hour per meter) or it shall be tested by
using a demonstrated equivalent test method. The permitted leakage rate is
applicable to tests with 100% hydrogen only. Permitted leakage rates for other gases
or gas mixtures shall be converted to an equivalent leakage rate to that for 100%
hydrogen.

B8.4 Results

The results of the test shall be presented in a test summary.

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Annex 9

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS TO BE APPLIED TO THE SAFETY ASPECTS OF

COMPLEX ELECTRONIC VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEMS

1 GENERAL

This Annex defines the special requirements for documentation, verification and test
with respect to the safety aspects of Complex Electronic Vehicle Control Systems as
far as this Regulation is concerned.

2 DOCUMENTATION

2.1 Requirements

The vehicle manufacturer shall provide a documentation package, which gives

access to the basic design of “The System” and the means by which it is
linked to other vehicle systems or by which it directly controls output variables.
The function(s) of “The System” and the Safety Concept, as laid down by the
vehicle manufacturer, shall be explained. Documentation shall be brief, yet
provide evidence that the design and development has had the benefit of
expertise from all the system fields that are involved. For periodic technical
inspections, the documentation shall indicate the means by which the current
operational status of the system can be checked.

Documentation shall be made available in 2 parts:

i) The formal documentation package for the approval, containing the
material listed in Paragraphs 2.2 to 2.4 of this Annex, which shall be
supplied to the Technical Service at the time of submission of the type
approval application. This will be taken as the basic reference for the
verification process set out in Paragraph 3 of this Annex.
ii) Additional material and analysis data which shall be retained by the vehicle
manufacturer, but made open for inspection at the time of type approval.

2.2 Description of the Functions of “The System”.

A description shall be provided which gives a simple explanation of all the

control functions of “The System” and the methods employed to achieve the
objectives, including a statement of the mechanism(s) by which control is
exercised including:
i) A list of all input and sensed variables shall be provided and the working
range of these defined.
ii) A list of all output variables that are controlled by “The System” shall be
provided and an indication given, in each case, of whether the control is
direct or via another vehicle system. The Range of Control exercised on
each such variable shall be defined.
iii) Limits defining the Boundary of Functional Operation shall be stated where
appropriate to system performance.

2.3 System Layout and Schematics

2.3.1 Inventory of Components

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A list shall be provided, collating all the Units of “The System” and
mentioning the other vehicle systems that are needed to achieve the
control function in question. An outline schematic showing these Units
in combination, shall be provided with both the equipment distribution
and the interconnections clearly identified.

2.3.2 Functions of the Units

The function of each Unit of “The System” shall be outlined and the
signals linking it with other Units or with other vehicle systems shall be
shown. This may be provided by a labelled block diagram or other
schematic, or by a description aided by such a diagram.

2.3.3 Interconnections

A circuit diagram shall show interconnections within “The System” for

the electric Transmission Links, by a piping diagram for pneumatic or
hydraulic Transmission Links and by a simplified diagrammatic layout
for mechanical Transmission Links.

2.3.4 Signal Flow and Priorities

There shall be a clear correspondence between these Transmission

Links and the signals carried between Units. Priorities of signals on
multiplexed data paths shall be stated, wherever priority may be an
issue affecting performance or safety as far as this Regulation is
concerned.

2.3.5 Identification of Units

Each Unit shall be clearly and unambiguously marked with the

Manufacturer’s identification marking to provide corresponding
hardware and documentation association. Where functions are
combined within a single Unit or indeed within a single computer, but
shown in multiple blocks in the block diagram for clarity and ease of
explanation, only a single identification marking shall be used. The
Manufacturer shall, by the use of this identification marking, affirm that
the equipment supplied conforms to the corresponding document.

The identification marking defines the hardware and software version

and, where the latter changes such as to alter the function of the Unit,
this identification marking shall also be changed.

2.4 Safety Concept Of The Vehicle Manufacturer

2.4.1 The vehicle manufacturer shall provide a statement that affirms that
the strategy chosen to achieve “The System” objectives will not, under
non-fault conditions prejudice the safe operation of systems which are
subject to the prescriptions of this Regulation.

2.4.2 In respect of software employed in “The System”, the outline

architecture shall be explained and the design methods and tools used
shall be identified. The Manufacturer shall be prepared, if required, to

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show some evidence of the means by which they determined the

realisation of the system logic, during the design and development
process.

2.4.3 The Manufacturer shall provide the Technical Service with an

explanation of the design provisions built into “The System” so as to
generate safe operation under fault conditions. Possible design
provisions for failure in “The System” are:
i) Fall-back to operation using a partial system,
ii) Change-over to a separate back-up system,
iii) Removal of the high level function.

For each of the chosen provisions, the driver shall be warned for
example by warning signals or message displays. When the system is
not deactivated by the driver, e.g. by turning the vehicle activation
switch to “off”, or by switching off that particular function if a special
switch is provided for that purpose, the warning shall be present as
long as the fault condition persists.

2.4.3.1 If the chosen provision selects a partial performance

mode of operation under certain fault conditions, then
these conditions shall be stated and the resulting limits
of effectiveness defined.

2.4.3.2 If the chosen provision selects a second (back-up)

means to realise the vehicle control system objective,
the principles of the change-over mechanism, the logic
and level of redundancy and any built in back-up
checking features shall be explained and the resulting
limits of back-up effectiveness defined.

2.4.3.3 If the chosen provision selects the removal of the higher

level function, all the corresponding output control
signals associated with this function shall be inhibited,
and in such a manner as to limit the transition
disturbance.

2.4.4 The documentation shall be supported, by an analysis which shows, in

overall terms, how the system will behave on the occurrence of any
one of those specified faults which will have a bearing on vehicle
control performance or safety. This may be based on a Failure Mode
and Effect Analysis (FMEA), a Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) or any similar
process appropriate to system safety considerations. The chosen
analytical approach shall be established and maintained by the vehicle
manufacturer and shall be made open for inspection by the Technical
Service at the time of the type approval.

2.4.5 The documentation shall itemise the parameters being monitored and
shall set out, for each fault condition of the type defined in Paragraph
2.4.3 of this Annex, the warning signal to be given to the driver or to
service/technical inspection personnel.

3 VERIFICATION AND TEST

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3.1 The functional operation of “The System”, as laid out in the documents
required in Paragraph 2 of this Annex shall be tested as follows:

3.1.1 Verification of the Function of “The System”

As the means of establishing the normal operational levels, verification

of the performance of the vehicle system under non-fault conditions
shall be conducted against the Manufacturer’s basic benchmark
specification unless this is subject to a Specified Performance Test as
part of the Approval Procedure of this or another Regulation.

3.1.2 Verification of the Safety Concept of Paragraph 2.4 of this Annex

The reaction of “The System” shall, at the discretion of the Technical

Service, be checked under the influence of a failure in any individual
Unit by applying corresponding output signals to electrical Units or
mechanical elements in order to simulate the effects of internal faults
within the Unit.

3.1.3 The verification results shall correspond with the documented

summary of the failure analysis, to a level of overall effect such that
the Safety Concept and execution are confirmed as being adequate.

3.2 The warning signal specified in Paragraph 2.4.3 of this Annex may, in general,
be satisfied by one optical signal per complex vehicle system unless any other
Regulation applicable to the same equipment specifically requires multiple
signals.

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Annex 10

PROVISIONS REGARDING HYDROGEN IDENTIFICATION MARKS

FOR PUBLIC SERVICE VEHICLES

H2
GAS

The sign consists of an adhesive label that shall be weather resistant.

The colour and dimensions of the sticker shall fulfil the following requirements:
Colours:
Background: Green
Border: White
Letters: White
Either the borders and letters or the background shall be retro-reflective.
Colorimetric and photometric properties shall comply with the requirements
of clause 11 of ISO 3864-1:2002 (Graphical symbols – Safety colours and
safety signs – Part 1: Design principles for safety signs in workplaces and
public areas).
Dimensions:
Border width: 5 mm
Sticker width: 125 mm (across flat sides)
Sticker height: 125 mm (across flat sides)

Font size:
Font height: 25 mm
Font thickness: 5 mm

The words shall be in upper case characters, centralised to suit the dimensions.

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