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Hydrogen Vehicle Standards

Compressed Hydrogen Standards fill a critical role in providing uniformity and reliability for a branch of infrastructure that is quickly growing. With their development spearheaded by CSA and having earned broad North American support, the ANSI/CSA standards for hydrogen fuel cover both vehicle fuel systems and the fuel station. Fuel containers, valves, lines, hoses, injectors, indicators, regulators, fittings, housings, sequencing, breakaway devices, and other components are addressed.


CSA/ANSI HGV 2-2021

Compressed hydrogen gas vehicle fuel containers

Preface This is the second edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 2, Compressed hydrogen gas vehicle fuel containers . It supersedes the previous edition published in 2014. The major changes to this edition include the following: a) distinction between category A and B containers; b) inclusion of conformable container requirements; and c) addition of mechanical tests. CSA Group acknowledges that the development of this Standard was made possible, in part, by the financial support of Natural Resources Canada. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. This Standard has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an American National Standard. Scope 1.1 General This Standard contains requirements for the material, design, manufacture, marking, and testing of serially produced, refillable Type HGV2 containers intended only for the storage of compressed hydrogen gas for on-road vehicle operation. These containers a) are to be permanently attached to the vehicle; b) have a capacity of up to 1000 L (35.4 ft3) water capacity; and c) have a nominal working pressure that does not exceed 70 MPa. 1.2 Container type 1.2.1 Type HGV 2 containers are designated as follows: a) Type 1: metal; b) Type 2: resin-impregnated continuous filament with metal liner with a minimum burst pressure of 125% of service pressure. The container is hoop-wrapped; c) Type 3: resin-impregnated continuous filament with metal liner. The container is full-wrapped; and d) Type 4: resin-impregnated continuous filament with a nonmetallic liner. 1.2.2 Conformable container types are designated as follows: a) CT1: container or assembly of a non-axisymmetric shape without a protective shell (i.e., outside wall containing gas pressure); b) CT2: container or assembly of non-axisymmetric shape within a full or partial protective shell that is acting as a shield and not directly assisting the pressure containing elements with containing gas pressure; and c) CT3: container or assembly of non-axisymmetric shape within a conformable protective shell that is acting as a shield and directly assisting the pressure containing elements with containing gas pressure. Note: The conformable container types are an additional identifier that is used in combination with the container type. A conformable tank is designated based on the design as a Type 1 (metal) to Type 4 (resin-impregnated continuous filament with a nonmetallic liner) with the additional conformable type identifier. For example, a Type 4 CT2 container would be required to meet the criteria for a Type 4 container as well as the criteria specified for a CT2 container. 1.3 Alternative construction or materials The construction of the containers, whether specifically covered by the various provisions of this Standard or not, is to be in accordance with reasonable concepts of safety, performance, and durability. All specifications as to construction set forth herein are to be satisfied by the construction actually prescribed or such other construction as will provide at least equivalent performance. 1.4 Units of measurement The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only. 1.5 Terminology In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user shall satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.


CSA/ANSI HGV 3.1-2015 (R2019)

Fuel system components for compressed hydrogen gas powered vehicles

Preface This is the first edition of ANSI HGV 3.1, Fuel system components for compressed hydrogen gas powered vehicles. This precedes CSA HGV 3.1-2013. Scope 1.1 This Standard establishes requirements for newly produced compressed hydrogen gas fuel system components, intended for use on hydrogen gas powered vehicles as listed below: a) check valves; b) manual valves; c) manual container valves; d) automatic valves; e) gas injectors; f) pressure indicators; g) pressure regulator; h) pressure relief valves; i) pressure relief devices; j) excess flow valves; k) gas-tight housing and leakage capture lines and passages; l) rigid fuel lines; m) flexible fuel lines; n) filter housing; o) fittings; and p) discharge line closures. Note: It is recognized that other components not specifically covered herein can be examined to meet the criteria of HGV 3.1 and tested according to the appropriate functional needs. 1.2 This Standard applies to devices that have a service pressure of either 25MPa, 35MPa, 50MPa, or 70MPa hereinafter referred to in this Standard as the following: a) "H25" - 25 MPa; b) "H35" - 35 MPa; c) "H50" - 50 MPa; d) "H70" - 70 MPa. This Standard also applies to components downstream of the first stage of pressure reduction with a maximum operating pressure designated by the manufacturer in kPa (psi). 1.3 This Standard addresses the pressure containment, performance, and safety characteristics of components listed Clause 1.1. 1.4 This Standard does not apply to the following: a) hydrogen gas fuel system components incorporated during the manufacture of motor vehicles originally manufactured in compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for Compressed Hydrogen Gas Fueled Vehicles and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS); b) fuel containers; c) stationary gas engines; d) container mounting hardware; e) electronic fuel management; f) refueling receptacles; or g) three-way valves. 1.5 In the case of conflict between this Standard and Federal, Provincial, State, or Local requirements, the government requirements take precedence. 1.6 In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user shall satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.7 This Standard contains SI (Metric) units corresponding to the yard/pound quantities, the purpose being to allow the standard to be used in SI (Metric) units. If a value for a measurement and a corresponding value in other units are stated, the first stated value is to be regarded as the requirement. The given corresponding value may be approximate. If a value for a measurement and a corresponding value in other units are both specified as a quoted marking requirement, the first stated unit, or both are to be provided. Note: IEEE/ASTM SI 10 or ISO 80000-1 is used as a guide in making metric conversion from yard/pound quantities.


CSA/ANSI HGV 4.1-2020

Hydrogen-dispensing systems

Preface This is the second edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 4.1, Hydrogen dispensing systems. It supersedes the previous edition published in 2013. This edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 4.1 harmonizes with other North American requirements, including those referenced in the Canadian Hydrogen Installation Code. Additional changes to this edition include alignment with CSA HGV 4.9, Standard for hydrogen fuelling stations, and the addition of Annex A. This Standard represents a standard for safe operation, substantial and durable construction, and performance testing of the mechanical and electrical features of newly manufactured hydrogen gas- dispensing systems for vehicles, intended primarily to dispense fuel directly into the vehicle fuel storage container. This Standard is based on engineering principles, research, and the combined expertise of manufacturers, users, and others having specialized experience. Nothing in this Standard is to be considered in any way as indicating a measure of quality beyond compliance with the provisions it contains. It is designed to allow compliance of products that may exceed that specified in the provisions herein. In its preparation, full recognition has been given to possibilities of improvement through ingenuity of design. This Standard is subject to revision as further experience and investigation might show that it is necessary and desirable. CSA Group acknowledges that the development of this Standard was made possible, in part, by the financial support of Natural Resources Canada. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. This Standard has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an American National Standard. Scope 1.1 This Standard specifies mechanical and electrical requirements for dispensers of compressed hydrogen gas intended for fuel storage systems integral to fuel cell vehicles at pressures of 25, 35, 50, and 70 MPa. Dispensing systems covered by this Standard include a) HGV dispensers that integrate all dispensing system components in a single unit, including fuel metering and registering, flow control and safety management devices, heat exchangers, and vehicle fuel cylinder over-fill and over-pressure protection with listed hoses with nozzles (see Figure A.1); or b) HGV dispensers that are primarily the customer facing unit with fueling hose assembly listed hoses, nozzles, and operator interface, and where the key components of flow metering and over- pressure and over-fill protection are located in a separate unit or part of the hydrogen fuelling station system (see Figure A.2). The following service pressures are applicable: 25, 35, 50, and 70 MPa. Each dispensing system could have multiple valve trains allowing fuelling of multiple vehicles. 1.2 Dispensing systems covered by this Standard are intended for use with fuel meeting the requirements in SAE J2719 and ISO 14687-2. 1.3 This Standard applies to dispensers that protect the vehicle storage for over-pressure, over- temperature, and over-fill (i.e., over-density) situations. 1.4 This Standard also applies to dispensing systems that are part of a modular fuelling station with remote fuel metering, registering, control and management devices, and vehicle fuel storage over-fill and over-pressure protection included in an integrated fuelling station control system. For these applications, refer to CSA HGV 4.9. 1.5 This Standard does not apply to dispensers intended for the refueling of hydrogen-powered industrial trucks. Note: CSA HPIT 2 addresses dispensers intended for the refuelling of hydrogen-powered industrial trucks. 1.6 All references to pressure throughout this document Standard are to be considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified in this Standard. 1.7 These requirements are not intended to prevent the design and construction of a dispensing system not specifically prescribed in this Standard. In considering alternative designs or construction, the materials used shall be evaluated as to their ability to yield equivalent performance to that prescribed by this Standard. 1.8 In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.9 The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.


CSA/ANSI HGV 4.3-2019

Test methods for hydrogen fueling parameter evaluation

Preface This is the third edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 4.3, Test methods for hydrogen fueling parameter evaluation. It supersedes the previous editions published in 2016 and 2012. This edition includes a new Clause 10 on MC formula-based fueling protocol. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. This Standard has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an American National Standard. Scope 1.1 This Standard establishes the test method, criteria, and device to evaluate a hydrogen fueling station dispensing system (hereinafter referred to as a “dispenser”) as it relates to achieving the protocols specified in SAE J2601 and SAE J2799 with light duty vehicle hydrogen storage systems less than 248.6 L (10 kg H70). The testing evaluation applies to dispensers designed to fill vehicle storage systems following the prescribed protocols defined in SAE J2601 that target rapid fills, while respecting temperature, pressure, and fuel density safety limits. Note: This Standard is a minimum requirement. Manufacturers may take additional safety precautions. 1.2 This Standard was developed for and is intended to be used with the specific version of SAE J2601 and SAE J2799 documents as referenced in Clause 2. 1.3 For fueling dispensers with the capability for communications with the vehicle, these test methods include the approach to confirm the requirements specified in SAE J2799 and SAE J2601. 1.4 It is recommended that newly manufactured hydrogen fueling dispensers be tested according to this Standard prior to initial operation of the dispenser for fueling vehicles. This Standard is also intended to provide test methods for validation of existing hydrogen fueling dispensers. 1.5 Unless otherwise specified, the requirements in this Standard apply to the verification of SAE J2601 compliant hydrogen fueling stations (HFS). 1.6 In the case of conflict between this Standard and federal, provincial, state, or local requirements, the governmental requirements take precedence. 1.7 The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only. 1.8 All references to pressure throughout this Standard are to be considered gauge pressure unless otherwise specified. 1.9 In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user shall satisfy in order to comply with the standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; “may” is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.


ANSI/CSA HGV 4.2-2013 (R2019)

ANSI/CSA HGV 4.2-2013 - Hoses for compressed hydrogen fuel stations, dispensers and vehicle fuel systems

Preface This publication represents a standard for safe operation, substantial and durable construction and performance testing of gaseous hydrogen hose and hose assemblies which are used as a part of the dispensing station to connect the dispenser to the refueling nozzle; used as part of a vehicle on-board fuel system; or used as vent lines which carry gas to a safe location for either vehicles or dispensing systems. Scope 1.1.1 This standard contains safety requirements for material, design, manufacture and testing of gaseous hydrogen hose and hose assemblies. This standard applies to newly manufactured hose and hose assemblies for: - connecting the dispenser to the fueling nozzle, high pressure (class A) - used as part of a vehicle on-board fuel storage system, high pressure (class B) - used as part of a vehicle low pressure fuel delivery system, (class C) - flexible hoses used on hydrogen fuel station equipment (class D ) Note: Class D hoses include all station side hydrogen hoses where flexibility is necessary and acceptable to the certification agency The requirements of this standard may be superseded by an application specific standard. 1.1.2 All dimensions used in this standard are in metric units [International System of Units (SI)], unless otherwise specified. If a value for a measurement, as given in this standard, is followed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated is to be regarded as the specification. 1.1.3 All references to pressure throughout this document are to be considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. 1.1.4 For clarification of which clause applies to which type of flexible hose see Appendix A, Applications Summary (Hose/Assembly). 1.1.5 Exhibit A contains a list of standards specifically referenced in this standard, and sources from which these reference standards may be obtained.


CSA/ANSI HGV 4.4-2021

Gaseous hydrogen - Fuelling stations - Valves (Adopted ISO 19880-3:2018, first edition, 2018-06, with North American deviations)

CSA Preface This is the second edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 4.4, Gaseous hydrogen — Fuelling stations — Valves, which is an adoption, with North American deviations, of ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Standard 19880-3 (first edition, 2018-06), Gaseous hydrogen — Fuelling stations — Part 3: Valves. It supersedes the previous edition, published in 2013 as ANSI/CSA HGV 4.4, Breakaway devices for compressed hydrogen dispensing hoses and systems. It also replaces ANSI/CSA HGV 4.6-2013, Manually operated valves for use in gaseous hydrogen vehicle fueling stations, and ANSI/CSA HGV 4.7-2013, Automatic valves for use in gaseous hydrogen vehicle fueling stations. At the time of publication, ISO 19880-3:2018 is available from ISO in English only. CSA Group will publish the French version when it becomes available from ISO. This edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 4.4 harmonizes with other North American requirements, including those referenced in CAN/BNQ-1784-000, Canadian Hydrogen Installation Code. The North American deviations are intended to a) correct inaccuracies; and b) replace references to ISO Standards with references to North American Standards, where applicable. This Standard provides safety performance requirements and test methods for valves to be used in gaseous hydrogen environments. This Standard is based on engineering principles, research, and the combined expertise of manufacturers, users, and others having specialized experience. Nothing in this Standard is to be considered in any way as indicating a measure of quality beyond compliance with the provisions it contains. It is designed to allow compliance of products that may exceed that specified in the provisions herein. In its preparation, full recognition has been given to possibilities of improvement through ingenuity of design. This Standard is subject to revision as further experience and investigation might show that it is necessary and desirable. Users of this Standard are advised that the devices/products/activities within its scope could be subject to regulation at the federal, state, or local levels. Users are strongly urged to investigate this possibility through appropriate channels. In the event of a conflict with this Standard, the federal, state, or local regulations should be followed. CSA Group acknowledges that the development of this Standard was made possible, in part, by the financial support of Natural Resources Canada. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. This Standard has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an American National Standard. Scope This document provides the requirements and test methods for the safety performance of high pressure gas valves that are used in gaseous hydrogen stations of up to the H70 designation. This document covers the following gas valves: — check valve; — excess flow valve; — flow control valve; — hose breakaway device; — manual valve; — pressure safety valve; — shut-off valve.


ANSI/CSA HGV 4.5-2013

ANSI/CSA HGV 4.5-2013 - Priority and sequencing equipment for hydrogen vehicle fueling

Preface This publication represents a standard for requirements for priority and sequencing equipment, which is part of a hydrogen gas vehicle fueling system. Scope 1.1.1 These requirements apply to priority and sequencing equipment (see Part IV - Definitions) which is part of a hydrogen gas vehicle fueling system, hereinafter referred to as equipment. 1.1.2 Priority and sequencing equipment of a type not specifically addressed in these requirements may be subjected to such examinations and tests as deemed necessary by the testing agency to determine compliance with the intent of these requirements. 1.1.3 If a value for measurement, as given in these requirements, is followed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated value is to be regarded as the specification.


CSA ANSI/CSA HGV 4.6-2013 (R2018)

Manually operated valves for use in gaseous hydrogen vehicle fueling stations

Preface This is the first edition of ANSI/CSA HGV 4.6-2013, Manually Operated Valves for Use in Gaseous Hydrogen Vehicle Fueling Stations. It supersedes the previous edition published in 2009. Scope This Standard contains safety requirements for the material, design, manufacture and testing of manually operated valves for gaseous hydrogen vehicle fueling stations. This Standard applies to newly manufactured valves. 1.1 This Standard does not apply to: a) Fuel storage container shut-off valves connected directly to the storage container as covered by the appropriate standards (e.g., UL 1769, CGA V-9, etc.). b) Fueling nozzle valves as covered by the Standard for Compressed Hydrogen Surface Vehicle Refueling Connection Device, SAE J2600 or ISO 17268. c) Does not apply to pressure Class 150 hardware (under 2 MPa (300 psi)) 1.1.1 All references to pressure throughout this document are to be considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. 1.1.2 All dimensions used in this standard are in metric units [International System of Units (SI)], unless otherwise specified. If a value for a measurement, as given in this standard, is followed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated is to be regarded as the specification. 1.2 This Standard contains SI (Metric) corresponding to the yard/pound quantities, the purpose being to allow the standard to be used in SI (Metric) units. (Standard for use of the International System of Units (SI): The Modern Metric System, IEEE/ASTM SI I0 or ISO 80000-1:2009 Quantities and units- Part 1: General are used as a guide in making metric conversion from yard/pound quantities.) If a value for a measurement and a corresponding value in other units are stated, the first stated value is to be regarded as the requirement. The given corresponding value may be approximate. If a value for a measurement and a corresponding value in other units are both specified as a quoted marking requirement, the first stated unit, or both shall be provided.


CSA ANSI/CSA HGV 4.7-2013 (R2018)

Automatic valves for use in gaseous hydrogen vehicle fueling stations

Preface This is the First edition of ANSI/CSA HGV 4.7-2013, Automatic Valves for Use in Gaseous Hydrogen Vehicle Fueling Stations. It supersedes the previous edition published in 2009. Scope This Standard contains safety requirements for the material, design, manufacture and testing of automatic valves (see Clause 3) used in gaseous hydrogen vehicle fueling stations. This Standard applies to newly manufactured a) Pneumatically actuated valves b) Check valves c) Excess Flow valves d) Electrically actuated valves 1.1 This Standard does not apply to: a) Hydraulically actuated valves b) Pressure regulating valves c) Pressure relief valves; or d) Fueling nozzle valves as covered by the Standards for Compressed Hydrogen Surface Vehicle Refueling Connection Device, SAE J2600, or ISO 17268 1.1.1 A valve that complies with the requirements for a Class A valve may be used for a Class B valve application, however, a Class B valve may not be substituted for a Class A valve. (see Clause 3). 1.1.2 All references to pressure throughout this document are to be considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. 1.1.3 All dimensions used in this standard are in metric units [International System of Units (SI)], unless otherwise specified. If a value for a measurement, as given in this standard, is followed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated is to be regarded as the specification. 1.2 This Standard contains SI (Metric) corresponding to the yard/pound quantities, the purpose being to allow the standard to be used in SI (Metric) units. (Standard for use of the International System of Units (SI): The Modern Metric System, IEEE/ASTM SI I0 or ISO 80000-1:2009 Quantities and units- Part 1: General are used as a guide in making metric conversion from yard/pound quantities.) If a value for a measurement and a corresponding value in other units are stated, the first stated value is to be regarded as the requirement. The given corresponding value may be approximate. If a value for a measurement and a corresponding value in other units are both specified as a quoted marking requirement, the first stated unit, or both shall be provided.


CSA ANSI/CSA HGV 4.8-2012 (R2018)

Hydrogen gas vehicle fueling station compressor guidelines

Scope 1.1 This standard contains safety requirements for material, design, manufacture and testing of gaseous hydrogen compressor packages used in fueling station service. This standard applies to newly manufactured equipment designed primarily to provide compressed hydrogen for vehicle fueling stations. This standard does not apply to: a) Vehicle Fueling Appliances for HGV b) Compressor packages used for non-vehicular fuel applications (e.g. power generation units) c) Internal combustion engine driven compressor All references to pressure throughout this document are to be considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. If the value for measurement as given in this standard is followed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated value is to be regarded as the specification. Test gas as specified in these requirements shall be: - hydrogen or helium for leak tests, - liquids (e.g., water or oil ) for hydrostatic strength tests, - hydrogen, helium, nitrogen, or dry air for all other tests.


CSA/ANSI HGV 4.10-2021

Standard for fittings for use in compressed gaseous hydrogen fueling stations

Preface This is the second edition of CSA/ANSI HGV 4.10, Standard for fittings for use in compressed gaseous hydrogen fuelling stations . It supersedes the previous edition published in 2013. This edition of CSA HGV 4.10 has been updated to include requirements for new technology and has been reformatted to comply with current editorial practices at CSA Group. CSA Group acknowledges that the development of this Standard was made possible, in part, by the financial support of Natural Resources Canada. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. This Standard has been developed in compliance with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Scope 1.1 General 1.1.1 Scope of this Standard This Standard specifies methods for testing and evaluating fittings for use with compressed hydrogen gas and hydrogen-rich gas mixtures. 1.1.2 Applicability of this Standard This Standard was developed primarily for hydrogen fuelling station applications. However, this does not preclude other industries from adopting this Standard for their own use. 1.2 Fitting types In this Standard, the term "fittings" includes connectors, stud ends for ports, tees, elbows, crosses, adaptors and manifold blocks. 1.3 Exclusions This Standard does not apply to stand-alone components, such as a) quick action couplings (i.e., quick connects), flanges, or weld fittings; and b) fittings for handling liquid hydrogen. 1.4 New vs. historical fitting designs This Standard is intended for new fitting designs and existing designs made with new materials. It is not intended for existing fitting designs with history of use, fittings made of existing materials with history of use, or fittings qualified by industry-recognized organizations (e.g., ASME, CGA, MSS, and SAE) for use in compressed gaseous hydrogen applications. Note: However, such exclusions do not preclude manufacturers from using this Standard for certification purposes for existing fitting configurations with history of use. 1.5 Precedence of requirements Application-specific standards supersede the requirements of this Standard. 1.6 Terminology In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the Standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.7 Dimensions The values given in SI units are the units of record for this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only. Unless otherwise stated, all pressures noted within this Standard are gauge pressures.


CSA/ANSI HPRD 1-2021

Thermally activated pressure relief devices for compressed hydrogen vehicle (HGV) fuel containers

Preface This is the second edition of CSA/ANSI HPRD 1, Thermally activated pressure relief devices for compressed hydrogen vehicle (HGV) fuel containers . It supersedes the previous edition published in 2013. The major changes to this edition include the following: a) additional definitions; b) requirements for pilot activated pressure relief devices; and c) additional design qualification tests. This publication represents a standard for safe operation, substantial and durable construction and performance testing of thermally activated pressure relief devices for compressed hydrogen vehicle fuel containers, for the on-board storage of compressed hydrogen for vehicle operation within limitations given below and in the scope of this Standard. This Standard is based on proven engineering principles, research, and the combined expertise of gas utilities, manufacturers, users, and others having specialized experience. Nothing in this Standard is to be considered in any way as indicating a measure of quality beyond compliance with the provisions it contains. It is designed to allow compliance of products that might exceed that specified in the provisions herein. In its preparation, full recognition has been given to possibilities of improvement through ingenuity of design. This Standard is subject to revision as further experience and investigation might show it is necessary and desirable. This Standard does not apply to fuel system components that will be incorporated during original manufacture of motor vehicles which comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Natural Gas Powered Vehicles. CSA Group acknowledges that the development of this Standard was made possible, in part, by the financial support of Natural Resources Canada. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. This Standard has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an American National Standard. Scope 1.1 General This Standard establishes minimum requirements for pressure relief devices intended for use on fuel containers that comply with CSA/ANSI HGV 2, CSA B51, Part 2, or SAE J2579. Pressure relief devices designed to comply with this Standard are intended to be used with hydrogen fuel complying with SAE J2719 or ISO 14687. Pressure relief devices may be of any design or manufacturing method that meets the requirements of this Standard. The construction of pressure relief devices, whether specifically covered in this Standard or not, are to be in accordance with reasonable concepts of safety, performance, and durability. This Standard does not apply to reseating, resealing, or pressure activated devices. 1.2 Relevant documents Documents that apply to hydrogen fuel vehicles and hydrogen fuel subsystems include SAE J2578 and SAE J2579. Other regulations, standards, or codes might permit or require the use of pressure relief devices certified to comply with this Standard. Additional service conditions or requirements beyond the scope of this Standard are the responsibility of those standards development organizations or the authority having jurisdiction. 1.3 Informative annex Annex A presents an informative record of the recommended fuel container, fuel storage subsystem, and vehicle level requirements that were identified by the PRD1/HPRD1 Joint Technical Advisory Group on Standards for Pressure Relief Devices for Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV) and Hydrogen Vehicle Fuel Containers during the development of this Standard. As this Standard contains component level requirements, these recommendations are outside the scope of this Standard. Annex A statements are intended as recommendations for consideration of inclusion by the organizations and committees developing these subsystem and vehicle level standards. 1.4 Terminology In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the Standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.5 Units The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.


CSA HPIT 1-15 (R2020)

Compressed hydrogen powered industrial truck on-board fuel storage and handling components

Preface This is the first edition of CSA HPIT 1, Compressed hydrogen powered industrial truck on-board fuel storage and handling components. Scope 1.1 This Standard establishes minimum requirements for the material, design, manufacture, and testing of newly produced compressed hydrogen gas fuel system components and serially produced, refillable Type HPIT 1 containers intended only for the storage of compressed hydrogen gas installed in powered industrial truck applications or other heavy duty industrial applications. The following are components covered under this Standard: a) check valve b) manual valve c) manual container valve d) automatic valve e) pressure sensors and pressure gauges f) pressure regulator g) pressure relief device h) excess flow valve i) rigid fuel line j) flexible fuel line k) filter l) fittings m) discharge line closures n) containers - HPIT Types 1, 2, 3, and 4 The construction of compressed hydrogen gas fuel system components and containers is covered under Clause 4. The performance of compressed hydrogen gas fuel system components and containers is covered under Clause 6. 1.2 This Standard applies to containers permanently attached to the powered industrial truck and intended only for on-board refueling from a dispenser. 1.3 This Standard does not apply to the following: a) stationary gas engines b) containers that can be removed from the powered industrial truck, refilled, and reattached c) reseating or resealing pressure relief devices 1.4 This Standard applies to devices that have a service pressure of either 25 MPa (3 636 psi), 35 MPa (5 076 psi), 50 MPa (7 251 psi), or 70 MPa (10 153 psi). 1.5 It is recognized that other components and containers not specifically covered herein can be examined to meet the criteria of this Standard and tested according to the appropriate functional needs. Other regulations, standards, or codes may permit or require the use of components certified to comply with this Standard. Additional service conditions or requirements beyond the scope of this document are the responsibility of those standards development organizations or the authority having jurisdiction. 1.6 All references to "psi" throughout this Standard are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified. 1.7 In the case of conflict between this Standard and Federal, Provincial, State, or local requirements, the government requirements take precedence. 1.8 In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user shall satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.


CSA ANSI/CSA CHMC 1-2014 (R2018)

Test methods for evaluating material compatibility in compressed hydrogen applications - Metals

Preface This is the first edition of ANSI/CSA CHMC 1-2014, Test methods for evaluating material compatibility in compressed hydrogen applications - Metals. It supersedes the previous CSA CHMC 1-2012 edition published in 2012. Scope This standard provides uniform test methods for evaluating material compatibility with compressed hydrogen applications. The results of these tests are intended to provide a basic comparison of materials performance in applications utilizing compressed hydrogen. This standard is not intended to replace sound engineering judgment; additional testing considerations may be necessary to fully qualify the design of a component manufactured for use in certain hydrogen applications. This standard applies to metallic materials only. If the value for measurement as given in this standard is followed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated value is to be regarded as the specification. All references to pressure throughout this standard are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified.


CSA ANSI/CSA FC 1-2014 (R2018)

Fuel cell technologies - Part 3-100: Stationary fuel cell power systems - Safety (Adopted IEC 62282-3-100:12, first edition, 2012-02 with U.S. deviations)

Preface This is the first edition of ANSI/CSA FC-1:2014, Fuel cell technologies - Part 3-100: Stationary fuel cell power systems - Safety, which is an adoption with U.S. deviations of the identically titled IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) Standard 62282-3-100 (first edition, 2012-02). It supersedes the previous edition of ANSI FC-1 published in 2012. The U.S. deviations are intended to a) correct inaccuracies; b) replace references to IEC Standards with references to U.S. and CSA Standards, where applicable. Scope This part of IEC 62282 applies to stationary packaged, self-contained fuel cell power systems or fuel cell power systems comprised of factory matched packages of integrated systems which generate electricity through electrochemical reactions. This standard applies to systems - intended for electrical connection to mains direct, or with a transfer switch, or to a standalone power distribution system; - intended to provide AC or DC power; - with or without the ability to recover useful heat; - intended for operation on the following input fuels a) natural gas and other methane rich gases derived from renewable (biomass) or fossil fuel sources, for example, landfill gas, digester gas, coal mine gas; b) fuels derived from oil refining, for example, diesel, gasoline, kerosene, liquefied petroleum gases such as propane and butane; c) alcohols, esters, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, Fischer-Tropsch liquids and other suitable hydrogen-rich organic compounds derived from renewable (biomass) or fossil fuel sources, for example, methanol, ethanol, di-methyl ether, biodiesel; d) hydrogen, gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen gas, for example, synthesis gas, town gas. This standard does not cover: - micro fuel cell power systems; - portable fuel cell power systems; - propulsion fuel cell power systems. NOTE For special application such as ""marine auxiliary power"", additional requirements may be given by the relevant marine ship register standard. This standard is applicable to stationary fuel cell power systems intended for indoor and outdoor commercial, industrial and residential use in non-hazardous (unclassified) areas. This standard contemplates all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events, with the exception of those associated with environmental compatibility (installation conditions), relevant to fuel cell power systems, when they are used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the manufacturer. This standard deals with conditions that can yield hazards on the one hand to persons, and on the other to damage outside the fuel cell system only. Protection against damage to the fuel cell system internals is not addressed in this standard, provided it does not lead to hazards outside the fuel cell system. The requirements of this standard are not intended to constrain innovation. When considering fuels, materials, designs or constructions not specifically dealt with in this standard, these alternatives shall be evaluated as to their ability to yield levels of safety and performance equivalent to those prescribed by this standard.


ANSI/CSA America FC 3-2004 (R2017)

ANSI/CSA AMERICA FC 3-2004 (R2017) - Portable Fuel Cell Power Systems

Scope 1.1.1 This Standard applies to ac and dc type portable fuel cell power systems, with a rated output voltage not exceeding 600 V, for commercial, industrial, and residential indoor and outdoor use in non-hazardous locations, in accordance with the Rules of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 1.1.2 This Standard does not apply to portable fuel cell power systems that are a. Permanently connected (stationary) to either fuel or electric supply; b. Designed to export power to the grid; c. Replacement fuel cell power units for appliances; or d. Fuel cell systems for propulsion. 1.1.3 Fuels considered within the scope of this standard are: a. Natural Gas; b. Liquefied Petroleum / Propane Gases; c. Liquid Alcohols e.g. Methanol, Ethanol; d. Gasoline; e. Diesel; f. Kerosene; g. Hydrogen; h. Chemical Hydrides; and i. Metallic. 1.1.4 The overall design of a portable fuel cell power system anticipated by this standard shall form an assembly of integrated systems, as necessary, intended to perform designated functions, as follows: a. Fuel Processing System - meters and processes incoming fuel supply for use within the portable fuel cell power system. b. Air Processing System - meters, conditions, processes and may pressurize (blowers or turbochargers) incoming air supply for use within the portable fuel cell power system. c. Thermal Management System - provides cooling and heat rejection to maintain thermal equilibrium within the portable fuel cell power system and may provide for recovery of excess heat and assist in heating the portable fuel cell power system during startup. d. Electrical System - conditions output power of the fuel cell to meet the specifications of the output system. e. Automatic Control System - the assembly of sensors, actuators valves, switches, and control logic components that maintains the portable fuel cell power system control parameters within manufacturer specified limits without manual intervention. f. Fuel Cell Module - an assembly of cells, separators and cooling plates, manifolds and a supporting structure that electrochemically converts fuel and oxidant to direct electrical current, heat, water and other byproducts. 1.1.5 These requirements are not intended to prevent the design and construction of a portable fuel cell power system not specifically prescribed in this standard, provided that such alternative has been considered in testing and listing the portable fuel cell power system. In considering alternative designs or construction the materials or methods used shall be evaluated as to their ability to yield equivalent performance to that prescribed by this standard.


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