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Specifies the requirements and relevant methods of measurement and test of two types of thermoplastic hoses with maximum design working pressure of 1 MPa and 2 MPa respectively, used for flexible gas supply lines in specific fields of application as follows: - small kits according to EN 1326; - air-aspirated blowpipes for welding allied processes; - miniature welding such as jewellery work, dental work excluding acetylene applications; - arc welding with shielding gas. This standard does not apply to hoses for liquid petroleum gases (LPG) in liquid phase. The hose manufacturer shall be consulted for compatibility of the hose to hydrogen application.