scope:

This International Standard specifies the inspection requirements at the time of filling, and applies to seamless or welded transportable gas cylinders made of steel or aluminium-alloy (Type 1), and for composite transportable gas cylinders (Types 2 to 5 inclusive) for liquefied or compressed gases of a water capacity up to 150 l. It may be applicable to cylinders and tubes with a water capacity between 150 l and 450 l, provided they are inspected and filled as individual cylinders and tubes.

This International Standard does not apply to acetylene cylinders, bundles of cylinders, tubes, multipleelement gas container (MEGCs) or battery vehicles.

This International Standard may also be applicable to LPG. For specific LPG applications, refer to ISO 10691.

For cylinders manifolded in bundles, refer to ISO 11755.