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BRITISH STANDARD BS EN
334:1999
Incorporating
Amendment No. 1
Gas pressure regulators

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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 334
May 1999
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM + A1
September 2000
ICS 23.060.40
English version
Gas pressure regulators for inlet pressures up to 100 bar

(includes amendment A1:2000)
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(régulateurs) pour des pressions amont bis 100 bar
jusqu’à 100 bar (enthält Änderung A1:2000)
(inclut l’amendement A1:2000)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 7 August 1998.

Amendment A1:2000 was approved by CEN on 2000-09-10.
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EN 334:1999
Foreword According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal

Regulations, the national standards organizations
This European Standard has been prepared by of the following countries are bound to implement
Technical Committee CEN/TC 235, Gas pressure this European Standard: Austria, Belgium,
regulators and associated safety shut-off devices for Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France,
use in gas transmission and distribution, the Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,
Secretariat of which is held by UNI. Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
At the time of drafting, it has not been decided Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United
whether the pressure regulators within the scope of Kingdom.
this European Standard will fall under the Pressure
Equipment Directive 97/23/EC and also there was Contents
no network of Notified Bodies under the provisions Page
of the directive itself. Therefore it was decided to Foreword 2
establish the evaluation of conformity according to
the CEN, Guidelines for Technical Committees — 1 Scope 5
Requirements in European Standards concerning 2 Normative references 5
the evaluation of conformity 1993-01. 3 Definitions and symbols 7
When it is confirmed that pressure regulators 3.1 Terminology 7
within the scope of this European Standard fall 3.1.1 Gas pressure regulator 7
under the Pressure Equipment Directive, the
3.1.2 Main components 9
Standard will be revised to ensure that it’s clauses
conform with the essential requirements and 3.1.3 Accessories 10
conformity assessments of the Directive. 3.2 Control variables 10
NOTE Referring to 4.2.2 of this European Standard it should 3.2.1 Reference values 10
be noted that at the discussion during its elaboration within
WG 1, it was pointed out that in some member countries there is 3.2.2 Variables in the controlling process 11
legislation limiting the application of some materials listed in 3.2.3 Possible values of all variables 12
Table 5.
3.2.4 Terms pertinent to the controlled
This European Standard shall be given the status of variable 12
a national standard, either by publication of an
3.3 Operating features in stable conditions 12
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by
November 1999, and conflicting national standards 3.3.1 Stable conditions 12
shall be withdrawn at the latest by November 1999. 3.3.2 Performance curve 13
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal 3.3.3 Hysteresis band 13
Regulations, the national standards organizations 3.3.4 Family of performance curves 14
of the following countries are bound to implement
this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, 3.3.5 Features pertinent to accuracy 14
Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, 3.3.6 Features pertinent to lock-up behaviour 14
Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, 3.4 Further functional terminology 17
Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, 3.4.1 Pressures pertinent to design of
Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United
gas pressure regulator 17
Kingdom.
3.4.2 Nominal pressure 17
Foreword to amendment A1 3.4.3 Operating temperature range 18
This amendment EN 334:1999/A1:2000 to the 4 Construction requirements 18
EN 334:1999 has been prepared by Technical 4.1 General requirements 18
Committee CEN/TC 235, Gas pressure regulators 4.1.1 Operational requirements 18
and associated safety shut-off devices for use in gas
transmission and distribution, the Secretariat of 4.1.2 Gas pressure regulators with
which is held by UNI. built-in safety devices 18
This amendment to the European Standard 4.1.3 End connections 18
EN 334:1999 shall be given the status of a national 4.1.4 Nominal pressures 18
standard, either by publication of an identical text 4.1.5 Nominal sizes and face-to-face
or by endorsement, at the latest by March 2001, and dimensions 19
conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn 4.2 Materials 20
at the latest by March 2001.
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4.2.1 Chemical resistance requirements 20 7.2.2 Materials check 33

4.2.2 Requirements for metallic materials 21 7.2.3 Verification of the strength of
4.2.3 Requirements for elastomers the pressure containing parts 34
(including vulcanized rubbers) 25 7.2.4 Shell strength test 34
4.2.4 Alternative materials 25 7.2.5 External tightness test 35
4.3 Strength of housings 25 7.2.6 Functional tests 36
4.3.1 Regulator body 25 7.2.7 Final inspection 43
4.3.2 Other pressure containing parts 25 8 Documentation 45
4.3.3 Minimum values of safety factors 25 8.1 Documentation related to the
5 Functional requirements 26 type test 45
5.1 General 26 8.1.1 Documentation required prior to
5.1.1 Mounting position 26 the type test 45
5.1.2 Sound emission 26 8.1.2 Test report 45
5.2 Shell strength, external tightness and 8.2 Documentation related to
internal sealing 27 the manufacturer’s tests 45
5.2.1 Shell strength 27 8.2.1 Documentation provided at
the request of the customer 45
5.2.2 External tightness 27
8.2.2 Documentation provided with
5.2.3 Internal sealing 27 the regulator 45
5.3 Control classifications 28 8.3 Documentation related to surveillance 45
5.3.1 Accuracy under stable conditions 28 8.3.1 Documentation to be available for
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5.3.2 Lock-up behaviour 28 surveillance 45
5.3.3 Stable conditions 29 8.3.2 Surveillance report 45
6 Gas pressure regulator sizing 29 9 Marking 46
6.1 Flow behaviour 29 9.1 General requirements 46
6.2 Sizing equations for the calculation 9.2 Markings for the various connections 46
of volumetric flow rates of a gas 9.3 Marking of built-in safety devices 46
pressure regulator with its control
Annex A (informative) Use of allowable
member in its mechanically fully
pressure pzul 47
open position 29
Annex B (informative) Alternative methods
6.2.1 Normal calculations 29 for the determination of the accuracy class,
6.2.2 Practical calculations 30 the lock-up pressure class, the maximum
6.2.3 Simplified calculations 30 accuracy flow rate, the flow coefficients
6.3 Calculation of the maximum and the verification of the hysteresis band 47
accuracy flow rate 30 B.1 General 47
6.4 Inherent flow characteristics 31 B.2 Test methods 47
6.5 Calculation of volumetric flow B.2.1 Direct acting gas pressure regulator 47
rates for partially open gas B.2.2 Pilot controlled gas pressure regulators 48
pressure regulators 31 B.3 Determination of flow coefficients
7 Testing 31 for larger capacity regulators 49
7.1 Types of tests 31 Annex C (informative) Inspection certificate 54
7.1.1 General 31 Annex D (informative) Acceptance test 56
7.1.2 Type test 32 Annex E (informative) Conformity evaluation 56
7.1.3 Selection of test samples 33 E.1 General 56
7.1.4 Manufacturer’s test 33 E.2 Manufacturer’s conformity evaluation 56
7.1.5 Surveillance 33 E.3 Third party conformity evaluation 57
7.2 Test and verification methods 33 E.3.1 Introduction 57
7.2.1 Dimensional check and visual E.3.2 Procedure 57
inspection 33 E.4 Issue of the certificate of conformity 57
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E.3.3 Selection of test samples 57 Figure B.2 — Graph of the outlet pressure
Annex F (informative) Seat leakage 57 plotted against different positions of
the control member in a unbalanced
Annex G (informative) Order specification 58
direct acting regulator 50
G.1 Minimum specifications 58 Figure B.3 — Functional diagram of
G.1.1 Details of construction 58 a pilot controlled regulator 51
G.1.2 Dimensions 58 Figure B.4 — Various graphs relating to
G.1.3 Performance 58 the tests detailed in B.2 for a balanced
G.2 Optional specifications 58 pilot controlled regulator 52
Figure B.5 — Various graphs relating to
Annex H (informative) A-deviations 59
the tests detailed in B.2 for an unbalanced
Annex J (informative) Bibliography 59 pilot controlled regulator 53
Figure 1 — Example of a direct Figure B.6 — Graph of Cg values plotted
acting regulator 7 against different positions of
Figure 2 — Example of a pilot the control member 54
controlled regulator 8 Table 1 — Recommended face-to-face
Figure 3 — Performance curve dimensions for flanged regulators 19
(pas constant, pe constant) 13 Table 2 — Alternative face-to-face
Figure 4 — Family of performance curves dimensions for flanged regulators 19
(pas constant) 14 Table 3 — Face-to-face dimensions
Figure 5 — Family of performance curves for flangeless regulators 20
indicating maximum accuracy flow rates Table 4 — Face-to-face dimensions
and minimum flow rates (pas constant, for flangeless regulators 20
stable conditions) 15
Table 5 — Materials for pressure
Figure 6 — Performance curve indicating containing parts 21
lock-up pressure zone (stable condition) 16
Table 5a — Non-destructive testing 23
Figure 7 — Points of measurement
for sound pressure level 27 Table 5b — Minimun inspection sample 24
Figure 8 — Flow behaviour of a regulator Table 6 — Minimum values of safety factor 26
with the control member in a fixed position 29 Table 7 — Accuracy classes 28
Figure 9 — Three examples of Table 8 — Lock-up pressure classes 28
inherent flow characteristics 31 Table 9 — Lock-up pressure zone classes 28
Figure 10 — Graphical representation Table 10 — Summary of types of tests and
of the tests detailed in 7.2.6.3 38 relevant test methods and requirements 32
Figure 11 — Graphical representation Table 11 — Pressure values for the shell
of 7.2.6.4.3 40 strength test 35
Figure 12 — Graphical example of 7.2.6.4.4 41 Table 12 — Pressure values in the external
Figure 13 — Recommended pressure tapping 43 leakage test 35
Figure 14 — Test rig requirements 44 Table 13 — Maximum external and internal
Figure B.1 — Graph of the outlet pressure leakage rates 35
plotted against different positions of the control
member in a balanced direct acting regulator 49
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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies constructional and functional requirements, regulator sizing, testing,
documentation and marking of gas pressure regulators:
— for inlet pressures up to 100 bar and nominal diameter up to DN 400;
— used at an operating temperature range from –20 °C to +60 °C;
which operate with fuel gases of the 1st and of the 2nd family in accordance with EN 437 in transmission
and distribution networks and also in industrial installations.
“Gas pressure regulators” hereafter will be called “regulators” except in the titles.
This European Standard considers the following classes of regulators:
— class 1: operating temperature range from –10 °C to 60 °C;
— class 2: operating temperature range from –20 °C to 60 °C.
For inlet pressure higher than 100 bar and/or operating temperatures outside the range from –20 °C to
60 °C and/or nominal diameter DN > 400, this European Standard may be used as a “guideline”.
This European Standard applies to regulators which use the pipeline gas as a source of control energy
unassisted by any external power source. These regulators have no continuous discharge of gas into the
atmosphere but temporary discharges from safety devices can occur.
The regulators complying with the requirements of this European Standard may be declared as “in
conformity with EN 334”.
This European Standard does not apply to:
— regulators upstream from/on/in domestic gas-consuming appliances which are installed downstream
of domestic gas meters;
— regulators that comply with both of the following characteristics:
— volumetric flow rate k 100 m3/h at standard conditions;
— inlet pressure k 5 bar;
— regulators for which a specific European Standard exists (e.g. EN 88, etc.);
— industrial process control valves in accordance with prEN 1349.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications.
These normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text and the publications are listed
hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply
to this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references
the latest edition of the publication referred to applies.
BS 437, Test gases — Test pressures — Appliance categories.
EN 287-1, Approval testing of welders — Fusion welding — Part 1: Steels.
EN 287-2, Approval testing of welders — Fusion welding — Part 2: Aluminium and aluminium alloys.
EN 288-1, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials — Part 1: General
rules for fusion welding.
EN 288-2, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials — Part 2: Welding
procedure specification for arc welding.
EN 288-3, Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials — Part 3: Welding
procedure tests for the arc welding of steels.
EN 970, Non-destructive examination of fusion welds — Visual examination.
prEN 1349, Industrial process control valves.
EN 1418, Welding personnel — Approval testing of welding operators for fusion welding and resistance weld
setters for fully mechanized and automatic welding of metallic materials.
EN 10045-1, Metallic materials — Charpy impact test — Part 1: Test method.
EN 10204, Metallic products — Types of inspection documents.
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EN 12732, Gas supply systems — Welding steel pipework — Functional requirements.

prEN 13787:2000, Elastomers for gas pressure regulators and associated safety devices for inlet pressures
up to 100 bar.
EN 20898-1, Mechanical properties of fasteners — Part 1: Bolts, screws and studs.
(ISO 898-1:1988)
EN 45011, General criteria for certification bodies operating product certification.
EN 45014, General criteria for supplier’s declaration of conformity.
EN 45020, General terms and their definitions concerning standardization and related activities.
EN 60534-1, Industrial-process control valves — Part 1: Control valve terminology and general
considerations.
(IEC 534-1:1987)
EN 60534-2-2, Industrial-process control valves — Part 2: Flow capacity — Section 2: Sizing equations for
compressible fluid flow under installed conditions.
(IEC 534-2-2:1980)
EN 60534-2-3, Industrial-process control valves — Part 2: Flow capacity — Section 3: Test procedures.
(IEC 534-2-3:1983)
EN 60651:1994, Sound level meters.
(IEC 651:1979)
EN ISO 898-1, Mechanical properties of fasteners made of carbon steel and alloy steel — Part 1: Bolts, screws
and studs.
(ISO 898-1:1999)
EN ISO 6708, Pipework components — Definition and selection of DN (nominal size).
(ISO 6708:1995)
EN ISO 9000-1, Quality-management and quality assurance standards — Part 1: Guidelines for selection
and use.
(ISO 9000-1:1994)
EN ISO 9001, Quality systems — Model for quality assurance in design/development, production,
installation and servicing.
(ISO 9001:1994)
EN ISO 9002, Quality systems — Model for quality assurance in production, installation and servicing.
(ISO 9002:1994)
EN ISO 9003, Quality systems — Model for quality assurance in final inspection and test.
(ISO 9003:1994)
EN ISO 9004-1, Quality management and quality system elements — Part 1: Guidelines.
(ISO 9004-1:1994)
ISO 7-1, Pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are made on the threads — Part 1: Dimensions, tolerances
and designation.
ISO 3419, Non-alloy and alloy steel butt-welding fittings.
ISO 5752, Metal valves for use in flanged pipe systems — Face-to-face and centre-to-face dimensions.
ISO 6761, Steel tubes — Preparation of ends of tubes and fittings for welding.
ISO 7005, Metallic flanges.
IEC 534-3:1976, Industrial-process control valves — Part 3: Dimensions — Section 1: Face-to-face
dimensions for flanged, two-way, globe-type control valves.
IEC 534-3-2:1984, Industrial-process control valves — Part 3: Dimensions — Section 2: Face-to-face
dimensions for flangeless control valves except wafer butterfly valves.
ASME B 16.34:1996, Valves — Flanged, threaded and welding end.
ASME VIII div. 1:1995, Rules for construction of pressure vessels.
MSS SP 55 — 1985, Quality standard for steel castings for valves, flanges and fittings and other piping
components (Visual method).
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3 Definitions and symbols

For the purposes of this European Standard, the definitions given in EN 60534-1 and the following specific
definitions apply.
3.1 Terminology
3.1.1
gas pressure regulator
device whose function is to maintain the value of the controlled variable (see 3.2.2.1) within its tolerance
field irrespective of disturbance variables
3.1.1.1
direct acting gas pressure regulator
regulator in which the net force required to move the control member is supplied directly by the controlled
variable (see example in Figure 1)
Figure 1 — Example of a direct acting regulator
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3.1.1.2
pilot controlled gas pressure regulator (indirect acting)

regulator in which the net force required to move the control member is supplied by a pilot
(see example in Figure 2)
Figure 2 — Example of a pilot controlled regulator
3.1.1.3
monitor
second regulator normally installed in series with an active regulator which has the task of maintaining
the controlled variable within allowable limits in the event of the failure of the active regulator
3.1.1.4
series of regulators
regulators with the same design concept but differing only in size
3.1.1.5
fail open regulator
regulator whose control member automatically tends to open when the main diaphragm fails or when the
energy required to move the control member fails
NOTE The definition in this clause covers typical main failure modes. There are other failure modes that may be considered.
3.1.1.6
fail close regulator
regulator whose control member automatically tends to close when the main diaphragm fails or when the
energy required to move the control member fails
NOTE The definition in this clause covers typical main failure modes. There are other failure modes that may be considered.
3.1.1.7
integral strength regulator
regulator in which the pressure containing parts have a design pressure pd not less than the allowable
pressure pzul
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3.1.1.8
differential strength regulator

regulator in which some of the pressure containing parts have a design pressure pd less than the allowable
pressure pzul
3.1.1.9
regulator size; nominal inlet diameter
nominal size DN of the inlet connection in accordance with EN ISO 6708
3.1.1.10
nominal outlet diameter
nominal size DN of the outlet connection in accordance with EN ISO 6708
3.1.2
main components
the main components of a gas pressure regulator normally include: control member, regulator body,
actuator, casing of actuator, controller, pilot (only in pilot controlled regulators)
the regulator might include additional units such as: a shut-off device, a monitor, a relief valve and other
fixtures
Figure 1 and Figure 2 serve as examples
3.1.2.1
control member
movable part of the regulator which is positioned in the flow path to restrict the flow through the regulator
a control member may be a plug, ball, disk, vane, gate, diaphragm, etc.
3.1.2.2
regulator body
part of the regulator which is the main pressure containing envelope
it provides the fluid flow passageway and the pipe end connections
3.1.2.3
valve seats
corresponding sealing surfaces within a regulator which make full contact only when the regulator is in the
closed position
3.1.2.4
seat ring
part assembled in a component of the regulator to provide a removable seat
3.1.2.5
actuator
device or mechanism which changes the signal from the controller into a corresponding movement
controlling the position of the control member
3.1.2.6
casing of actuator
housing of the actuator
there may be two chambers under pressure within it
when the pressure in each chamber is different from atmospheric pressure, the chamber at the higher
pressure is termed the “motorization chamber”
3.1.2.7
controller
device which normally includes:
— a setting element, normally a spring, to obtain the set value of the controlled variable;
— a detector element, normally a diaphragm, for the controlled variable.
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3.1.2.8
pilot
device which included:
— a setting element to obtain the set value of the controlled variable;
— a detector element for the controlled variable;
— a unit which compares the set value of the controlled variable with its feedback value;
— a system which provides the motorization energy for the actuator.
3.1.2.9
main diaphragm
diaphragm, the function of which is to detect the feedback of the controlled variable and/or the diaphragm
which provides the thrust to move the control member
3.1.2.10
pressure controlling parts
parts intended to control or regulate the movement of pressurized fuel gas, such as the control member,
the actuator etc.
3.1.2.11
pressure containing parts
parts whose failure to function as intended would result in a release of the retained fuel gas to the
atmosphere
these include bodies, bonnets, the casing of the actuator and blind flanges
3.1.3
accessories
parts or minor devices connected to the regulator
3.1.3.1
sensing and process lines
lines which connect impulse points to the regulator
sensing and process lines may be integrated into the regulator or external to the regulator
those lines with no internal flow are termed “sensing lines”; those with internal flow are termed “process
lines”
3.1.3.2
breather line
connection line between the controller and/or pilot and atmosphere to equalize the pressure on the detector
element when it changes its position in normal operating conditions
in the event of a fault in the detector element this line may become an exhaust line
3.1.3.3
exhaust line
connection line between the regulator or its fixtures and atmosphere for the safe exhausting of gas in the
event of failure of any part
3.1.3.4
fixtures
functional devices connected to the main components of the regulator (see 3.1.2)
3.2 Control variables
3.2.1 Reference values
3.2.1.1
pressure
NOTE All pressures specified in this European Standard are static gauge pressures. They are measured in bar1).
1) 1 bar = 1 000 mbar = 105 N/m2 = 105 Pa = 10–1 MPa.
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3.2.1.1.1
inlet pressure, pe
gas pressure at the inlet of the regulator
3.2.1.1.2
outlet pressure, pa
gas pressure at the outlet of the regulator
3.2.1.1.3
differential pressure, p
difference between two values of pressure measured at two different points
3.2.1.1.4
motorization pressure, pm
gas pressure in the motorization chamber
3.2.1.1.5
pilot feeding pressure, pep
gas pressure at the inlet of the pilot
3.2.1.2 Flow conditions
3.2.1.2.1
normal conditions
absolute pressure of 1,013 25 bar and temperature of 0 °C (273,15 K)
NOTE For calculation purposes a value of 273 K is used in this European Standard.
3.2.1.2.2
gas volume
volume of gas at normal conditions
it is expressed in m3
3.2.1.2.3
volumetric flow rate, Q
volume of gas which flows through the regulator in unit time
it is expressed in m3/h at normal conditions
3.2.1.3
sound pressure level, LpA
sound pressure frequency weightings A in accordance with EN 60651:1994
3.2.2 Variables in the controlling process
3.2.2.1
controlled variable, X
variable which is monitored by the controlling process
this controlled variable in regulators may be:
— inlet pressure, pe;
— outlet pressure, pa;
— differential pressure, p;
in this European Standard, only the outlet pressure “pa” is considered as the controlled variable.
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3.2.2.2
disturbance variable, Z
variables acting from outside on the controlling process
in the case of regulators with the outlet pressure as the controlled variable, the disturbance variables are
essentially:
— fluctuations in the inlet pressure, pe;
— changes in the volumetric flow rate, Q.
3.2.3 Possible values of all variables
3.2.3.1
actual value
instantaneous value of any variable at any instant
it is specified by the index “i” added to the symbol of the variable
3.2.3.2
maximum value
the highest value:
— to which any variable can be adjusted or to which it is limited;
— any variable may reach during a series of measurements or during a certain time period;
it is specified by the subscript “max” added to the symbol of the variable.
3.2.3.3
minimum value
the lowest value:
— to which any variable can be adjusted or to which it is limited;
— any variable may reach during a series of measurements or during a certain time period;
it is specified by the index “min” added to the symbol of the variable.
3.2.4 Terms pertinent to the controlled variable
3.2.4.1
set point, pas
nominal value of the controlled variable
NOTE The set point is not directly measurable but determined as shown in Figure 5.
3.2.4.2
set range, Wh
whole range of set points which can be obtained from a regulator by adjustment and/or the replacement of
some components (i.e. replacement of the valve seat or adjustment element e.g. spring)
3.2.4.3
specific set range, Wa
whole range of set points which can be obtained in a regulator by adjustment and with no replacement of
its components
3.2.4.4
control deviation, Xw
difference between the actual value of the controlled variable and the set point
3.2.4.5
regulation change
control deviation, Xw expressed as a percentage of the set point
3.3 Operating features in stable conditions
3.3.1
stable conditions
conditions when the controlled variable settles to a stable value after a disturbance has occurred
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3.3.2
performance curve
graphic representation of the controlled variable as a function of the volumetric flow rate
this curve is determined by increasing and then decreasing the volumetric flow rate with constant inlet
pressure and set point (see Figure 3)
3.3.3
hysteresis band
difference between the two values of outlet pressure for a given volumetric flow rate (see Figure 3)
Figure 3 — Performance curve (pas constant, pe constant)
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Figure 4 — Family of performance curves (pas constant)
3.3.4
family of performance curves
set of the performance curves for each value of inlet pressure determined for a given set point (see Figure 4)
3.3.5 Features pertinent to accuracy
3.3.5.1
accuracy
average, expressed as a percentage of the set point, of the absolute maximum values of the positive and
negative control deviation within the operating range
3.3.5.2
accuracy class, AC
maximum permissible value of the accuracy
3.3.5.3
inlet pressure range, bpe
range of the inlet pressure for which the regulator ensures a given accuracy class
the inlet pressure range is characterized by its limit values pemax and pemin
3.3.5.4
maximum accuracy flow rate
the lowest value of the maximum volumetric flow rate up to which, for a given set point and within the
ambient temperature range specified, a given accuracy class is ensured:
— at the lowest inlet pressure (see Figure 5) Qmax,pemin;

— at the highest inlet pressure (see Figure 5) Qmax,pemax;
— at an intermediate inlet pressure between pemax and pemin (see Figure 5) Qmax,pe.
3.3.6 Features pertinent to lock-up behaviour

3.3.6.1
lock-up time, tf
time taken for the control member to move from an open position to the closed position
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Figure 5 — Family of performance curves indicating maximum accuracy flow rates and
minimum flow rates (pas constant, stable conditions)
3.3.6.2
lock-up pressure, pf
pressure that occurs at the measuring point of the controlled variable when the control member is in the
closed position
the lock-up pressure corresponds to the outlet pressure at the volumetric flow rate Q = 0 in the performance
curve (see Figure 3)
it results when the time taken for a change in volumetric flow rate from Q to zero is greater than the
lock-up time of the regulator
3.3.6.3
lock-up pressure class, SG
maximum permissible positive difference between the actual lock-up pressure and the set point expressed
as a percentage of the set point e.g:
P f – P as
SG = --------------------- ´ 100 (1)
P as
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minimum flow rate

the largest value of the minimum volumetric flow rate down to which, for a given set point and within the
ambient temperature range specified, stable conditions as per 5.3.3 are obtained:
— at the lowest inlet pressure (see Figure 5) Qmin,pemin;

— at the highest inlet pressure (see Figure 5) Qmin,pemax;
— at an intermediate inlet pressure between pemax and pemin (see Figure 5) Qmin,pe.
3.3.6.5
lock-up pressure zone
zone between the volumetric flow rate Q = 0 and the minimum flow rate Qmin,pe for each corresponding
inlet pressure and set point (see Figure 6)
3.3.6.6
class of lock-up pressure zone, SZ
maximum permissible lock-up pressure zone for specified:
— inlet pressure pe or inlet pressure range bpe;
— set point pas or specific set range Wa or set range Wh;
it is expressed as the percentage of Qmin,pe to Qmax,pe, i.e:
Q min,pe
SZ = -------------------- ´ 100 (2)
Q max,pe
NOTE The values of pe referred to in Qmin and Qmax are not necessarily the same.
Figure 6 — Performance curve indicating lock-up pressure zone (stable condition)
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3.4 Further functional terminology

3.4.1 Pressures pertinent to design of gas pressure regulator

3.4.1.1
component operating pressure, p
gas pressure occurring in any part of a regulator during operation
3.4.1.2
maximum component operating pressure, pmax
the highest operating pressure at which any component of a regulator will continuously operate within
specified conditions
3.4.1.3
allowable pressure, pzul
pressure the regulator body will withstand in accordance with the specified strength and external tightness
requirements2)
NOTE At this pressure functional performance is not necessarily required.
3.4.1.4
test pressure, pt
pressure applied to a section of the regulator for a limited period of time in order to prove certain
characteristics
3.4.1.5
design pressure, pd
pressure used in the strength calculations for the body and other parts of the housing taking into account
the safety factors required by this European Standard
3.4.1.6
limit pressure, pl
pressure at which yielding or failure becomes apparent in any component of the regulator or its fixtures
3.4.1.7
safety factor
ratio of the value of the limit pressure pl to the value of the design pressure pd applied to:
— the regulator body: Sb;
— the other pressure containing parts of the regulator: S.
3.4.1.8
permissible inlet pressure, pemax
the highest inlet pressure at which the regulator can continuously operate within specified conditions
3.4.1.9
permissible outlet pressure, pamax
the highest outlet pressure at which the regulator can continuously operate within specified conditions
3.4.1.10
minimum operating differential pressure, pmin
minimum operating differential pressure between the inlet and outlet pressures below which the regulator
will no longer function correctly within specified conditions
3.4.2
nominal pressure, PN
numerical designation relating to pressure that is a convenient round number for reference purposes
for the specific purpose of this European Standard it applies to flanges
2) For additional explanation see Annex A.
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3.4.3
operating temperature range

temperature range at which the regulator components and fixtures are capable of operating continuously
4 Construction requirements
4.1 General requirements
4.1.1 Operational requirements
Regulators shall be designed so that the external tightness and internal sealing shall meet the
requirements of 5.2. If in the event of failure of the regulator (e.g. failure of a diaphragm) leakage is
possible, a tapping connection of at least DN 10 for any breather line or device shall be provided.
Any breather line or device fitted shall be designed to prevent the ingress of foreign materials.
The motorization energy in a pilot controlled regulator shall be provided by the gas upstream of the
regulator.
4.1.2 Gas pressure regulators with built-in safety devices
Additional built-in safety devices i.e. gas safety shut-off devices (SSD)3) and/or a monitor and specific safety
devices in accordance with 4.3.2.2 shall be functionally independent from the regulator.
This requirement is met if the function of the regulator is not affected in the event of the failure of one or
more of the following safety device components:
— closure member;
— soft seat (of the seat ring);
— actuator;
— casing of actuator;
— controller;
— pilot;
— sensing and process lines.
Further, when the built-in safety device utilizes pipeline gas as a source of energy for its operation this
shall be taken from upstream of the regulator.
When the built-in safety device is a shut-off valve the motorization energy shall be provided by the gas
downstream of the shut-off valve.
4.1.3 End connections
End connections may be one of the following:
— flanged connections in accordance with the applicable parts of ISO 7005 (when an equivalent
EN standard is available it shall be applied);
— flangeless type (e.g. wafer body);
— threaded connections in accordance with ISO 7-1 for:
— DN k 50;
— 50 < DN k 80 and pzul k 16 bar;
— compression fittings for DN k 50;
— butt weld connections in accordance with ISO 6761.
4.1.4 Nominal pressures
The PN ratings for flanges shall be selected from the following designations:
6 – 10 – 16 – 20 – 25 – 40 – 50 – 1104)
according to ISO 7005 (when an equivalent EN standard is available it shall be applied).
The underlined designations are preferred.
3) On this subject CEN/TC 235 is preparing the draft European Standard, Safety devices for gas pressure regulating stations and
installations — Part 1: Gas safety shut-off devices for operating pressures up to 100 bar (W.I. 00235002).
4) The nominal pressure designations PN 20, PN 50 and PN 110 are equivalent to class ratings 150, 300 and 600 respectively.
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4.1.5 Nominal sizes and face-to-face dimensions

For all regulators with flange connections with the same nominal size at inlet and outlet, the nominal sizes
and the face-to-face dimensions given in Table 1 are recommended.
Alternatively, the nominal sizes and the face-to-face dimensions may be taken from Table 2.
Flangeless regulators (regulators that have no line flanges but are intended to be installed by clamping
between pipes flanges) are permitted as an alternative. In this case regulators should have the same
nominal size at inlet and outlet and face-to-face dimensions should be taken from Table 3 or Table 4.
The following regulators are permitted:
— those with different nominal inlet and outlet diameters;
— those with face-to-face dimensions differing from those given in Table 1 and Table 2;
— angle pattern bodies in accordance with ISO 5752.
For regulators with DN > 400, face-to-face dimensions are not specified.
Table 1 — Recommended face-to-face dimensions for flanged regulators
Nominal size Nominal pressure Limit deviations for
PN 10/16/20a PN 25/40/50 PN 110 face-to-face
DN Face-to-face dimensions in mm Dimensions in mm
25 184 197 210
40 222 235 251
50 254 267 286 ±1,5
65 276 292 311
80 298 317 337
100 352 368 394
150 451 473 508 ±2,5
200 543 568 610
250 673 708 752
300 737 775 819
±3,5
350 889 927 972
400 1 016 1 057 1 108
Source: Table 1 of IEC 534-3:1976 (nominal pressure in accordance with ISO 7005).
a In some countries the group PN 10/16/20 includes also PN 6.
Table 2 — Alternative face-to-face dimensions for flanged regulators

Nominal size Nominal pressure Limit deviations for
face-to-face
PN 10/16/25/40/50a PN 110
DN Face-to-face dimensions in mm Dimensions in mm
25 160 230
40 200 260
50 230 300 ±1,5
65 290 340
80 310 380
100 350 430
150 450 550 ±2,5
200 600 650
250 730 775
300 850 900 ±3,5
400 1 100 1 150
Source: Table 2 of IEC 534-3:1976 with the addition of PN 50 and the replacement of PN 100 by PN 110 (nominal pressure in
accordance with ISO 7005).
a In some countries the group PN 10/16/25/40/50 includes also PN 6.
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Table 3 — Face-to-face dimensions for flangeless regulators

Nominal size Face-to-face dimensions in mm Limit deviations for face-to-face
DN Dimensions in mm
25 102 ±1,5
40 114 ±1,5
50 124 ±1,5
80 165 ±1,5
100 194 ±1,5
150 229 ±1,5
200 243 ±1,5
250 297 ±2,5
300 338 ±2,5
400 400 ±2,5
NOTE 1 Nominal pressures: PN 10/16/20/25/40/50/110. In some countries this group includes also PN 6.
NOTE 2 Face-to-face dimensions do not include any allowances for gaskets to seal the joints between the regulator ends and the
pipeline flanges.
Source: Table 3 of IEC 534-3-2 (nominal pressure in accordance with ISO 7005).
Table 4 — Face-to-face dimensions for flangeless regulators

Nominal size Face-to-face dimensions in mm Limit deviations for face-to-face
DN PN 10/16/20/25/40/50a PN 110 Dimensions in mm
25 77 86,5 ±1,5
40 77 86,5 ±1,5
50 77 86,5 ±1,5
80 94 104 ±1,5
100 114 133 ±1,5
150 140 175 ±1,5
200 171 205 ±1,5
250 203 240 ±2,5
300 240 280 ±2,5
400 320 350 ±2,5
NOTE Face-to-face dimensions do not include any allowances for gaskets to seal the joints between the regulator ends and the
pipeline flanges.
a In some countries the group PN 10/16/20/25/40/50 includes also PN 6.
4.2 Materials
4.2.1 Chemical resistance requirements
The materials used in the construction of a regulator shall be chemically resistant to the fuel gases listed
in clause 1 and to the additive substances normally used for odorization and conditioning of gases.
Furthermore, the materials shall be resistant to the permissible impurities in the gas.
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4.2.2 Requirements for metallic materials

4.2.2.1 Minimum requirements

All pressure containing parts, including those that become pressure containing parts in the event of
diaphragm or differential pressure seal failure, shall be constructed of the materials given in Table 5.
The restrictions in Table 5 apply to all components of the regulator and its fixtures.
Table 5 does not apply to the following:
a) bolts, screws, studs
For these parts the materials shall have:
— A U 9 % for pzul k 50 bar;
— A U 12 % for pzul > 50 bar.
where
A = elongation after fracture in accordance with EN ISO 898-1.
For pzul k 16 bar and DN k 50 fasteners with properties class 12.9 in accordance with
EN ISO 898-1 may be used.
b) compression fittings
For these parts the materials shall have a percentage of elongation greater than or equal to 8 % after
fracture at an ambient temperature, in accordance with the relevant standard.
The internal components of regulators not subjected to differential pressure, may be constructed of either
the materials given in Table 5, without taking into account the restrictions for pressures and nominal sizes,
or of different materials provided they comply with the requirements of this European Standard.
Table 5 — Materials for pressure containing parts
Material Properties of Restrictions
material
Amina Maximum allowable (pzul·DN b)max DNbmax
pressure
pzulmax
% bar bar · mm mm
Rolled and forged steel 16 100 — —
Cast steel 15 100 — —
Spheroidal graphite cast 7 20 1 500 1 000
iron 15 50 5 000 300
Malleable cast iron 6 20 1 000 100
Grey cast iron c 10 1 500 1 000
Copper-zinc wrought alloys 15 100 — 25
Copper-tin and 5 20 1 000 100
copper-zinc cast alloys 15 100 — 25
Aluminium wrought alloys 4 20 — 50
7 50 50
7 100 25
Aluminium cast alloys 1,5 10 250 150
4 20 1 600 1 000
NOTE Some countries or purchasers may restrict the use of some of the materials listed above.
a A = percentage elongation after fracture (according to the applicable standard relevant to the chosen material).
b For the bodies of pilots or fixtures this term shall refer to their inlet connections.
c Minimum tensile strength 200 N/mm2.
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4.2.2.2 With minimum operating temperature down to –20 °C and allowable pressure pzul > 25 bar
In addition to the requirements of 4.2.2.1, the following supplementary requirements with respect to
resilient properties in accordance with EN 10045-1 shall be applied to bodies, bonnets, casings of actuators
and blind flanges made of rolled, forged and cast steel or spheroidal cast iron:
— for carbon steel the Charpy-V strength shall be at least:
— 27 J as an average of three test pieces; and
— 20 J as minimum individual value;
at a temperature of p20 °C; or:
— 17,6 J as an average of three test pieces; and
— 13,6 J as minimum individual value;
at a temperature not higher than p45 °C;
— for spheroidal cast iron the Charpy-V strength shall be at least:
— 12 J as an average of three test pieces; and
— 9 J as minimum individual value;
at a temperature of p20 °C.
The above data may be obtained in two ways:
— actual test in accordance with EN 10045-1; or
— technical data sheet for the material (relevant standard or test certificate from the manufacturer or
test laboratory).
Wrought and cast aluminium alloys may be used if the ultimate tensile strength is less than or equal
to 350 N/mm2.
The above supplementary requirements do not apply to austenitic stainless steel, copper-zinc and
copper-tin-alloys.
For pzul k 25 bar the above supplementary requirements may be included in the order specification.
Additional requirements with respect to resilient properties for bolts, screws and studs may be included in
the order specification.
Additional requirements with respect to resilient properties for bodies, bonnets, casings of actuators and
blind flanges at p20 °C or p45 °C may be included in the order specification.
4.2.2.3 Manufacturing
Materials used in the construction of a regulator shall conform to the requirements of the relevant
standards for manufacturing, chemical composition, heat treatment and mechanical properties. The
manufacturer shall select standards for these materials that meet the requirements of this European
Standard and state them in the relevant documentation (see clause 8).
Fabrication welds in all pressure containing parts shall be made using qualified procedures, carried out by
qualified welders or welding operators according to EN 288-1, EN 288-2, EN 288-3, EN 287-1, EN 287-2
and EN 1418 respectively.
In addition, for fabrication welds to make bodies (including blind flanges, bonnets and actuator casings):
— only full penetration welds shall be used;
— weld fabrication and heat-treatment shall comply with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code,
Section VIII, division I (If equivalent national standards exist that cover all relevant aspects they may
be used instead. Where equivalent ISO or EN standards are available that cover all relevant aspects they
shall be applied).
These additional requirements are not applicable to seal or attachment welds or welds in accessories.
4.2.2.4 Non-destructive testing (NDT)
Steel bodies shall be non-destructively tested in accordance with Table 5a and Table 5b.
Additional non-destructive testing may be specified in the order specification.
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Table 5b — Minimum inspection sample

In the case of random inspection, if a casting, forging or weld does not conform to the acceptance criteria,
a further inspection sample of twice the original sample size from the production batch shall be examined.
If one of these castings, forgings or welds fails, the examination shall be extended to all castings, forgings
or welds in the production batch.
Any casting, forging or weld that does not conform to the acceptance criteria shall be repaired according to
an applicable procedure and then re-examined.
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4.2.3 Requirements for elastomers (including vulcanized rubbers)

Elastomers shall comply with prEN 13787:2000.

4.2.4 Alternative materials
Alternative materials to those specified in 4.2.2.1 and 4.2.2.2 may be used, where they can be demonstrated
to exhibit mechanical properties which, coupled with correct design, will provide adequate minimum values
of safety factor consistent with those specified in this European Standard.
4.3 Strength of housings
4.3.1 Regulator body
4.3.1.1 General
The values of limit pressure pl, design pressure pd, allowable pressure pzul and permissible inlet pressure
pemax shall be as follows:
pl > pd U pzul U pemax
4.3.1.2 Flanges
The maximum allowable operating pressure for flanges in accordance with ISO 7005 shall not be less than
allowable pressure pzul.
4.3.2 Other pressure containing parts
4.3.2.1 Integral strength pressure regulator
Those parts subjected to inlet pressure under normal operating conditions, or those that become pressure
containing parts in the event of a failure (casing of actuator, pilot, fixtures, etc.), shall have a limit pressure
pl and a design pressure pd, complying with the following requirements:
pl > pd U pzul U pmax
4.3.2.2 Differential strength pressure regulator

Such regulators have pressure containing parts which in the event of a failure are protected from pressures
reaching pemax by specific safety devices e.g., relief valves, a vent tapping or a bleed via the sensing or
process lines.
These pressure containing parts shall have a design pressure pd not less than the maximum pressure pmax
reached in the event of a failure and the limit pressure pl complying with the following requirement:
pl > pd U pmax
Parts in which there is no specific safety device to prevent a pressure increase up to pemax shall comply
with 4.3.2.1.
For markings see clause 9.
4.3.3 Minimum values of safety factor
The values listed in Table 6 shall be used to limit the stresses in the walls of pressure containing parts at
the design pressure.
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Table 6 — Minimum values of safety factor

Material Minimum value of safety factor

for the body only
S Sb
Rolled and forged steel 1,7 2,13
Cast steel 2,0 2,5
Spheroidal graphite cast iron 2,5 3,13
Malleable cast iron
Grey cast iron 5,6 7,0
Copper-zinc wrought alloys 2,0 2,5
Aluminium wrought alloys
Copper-tin cast alloys 2,5 3,13
Copper-zinc cast alloys
Aluminium cast alloys 2,5 3,13
Amin 4 %
Aluminium cast alloys 3,2 4,0
Amin 1,5 %
5 Functional requirements
5.1 General
5.1.1 Mounting position
The regulator shall be capable of meeting the performance requirements of this European Standard in all
of the mounting positions specified by the manufacturer.
5.1.2 Sound emission
On request in the order specification, the sound pressure level LpA of the regulator shall be given for the
operating conditions for which it has been ordered if the expected LpA of the regulator exceeds 70 dB.
The operating conditions are directly related to:
— the inlet pressure;
— the outlet pressure;
— the volumetric flow rate;
— the type of gas.
On request in the order specification, the manufacturer shall also supply the following information for
specified operating conditions:
— the likely spectral octave band of the noise level with centre frequencies of 500 Hz through
to 8 000 Hz;
— sound pressure level below 70 dB.
With reference to the wide variety of different operating conditions and data, it may be appropriate to
determine the noise level by calculation.
— Measured sound pressure level: the declared LpA shall be measured in accordance with 7.2.6.4.6 and
shall be related to the points of measurement indicated in Figure 7 at the same height as the regulator;
— Calculated sound pressure level: the declared LpA shall be calculated using a method established by
the manufacturer.
The accuracy of the sound pressure measurement or the calculated sound pressure level shall be given and
shall not exceed 5 dB.
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1 Standard measurement points
Figure 7 — Points of measurement for sound pressure level
5.2 Shell strength, external tightness and internal sealing

5.2.1 Shell strength
Pressure containing parts subjected to the test in 7.2.4 shall show no visible leakage and no permanent
deformations exceeding 0,2 % or 0,1 mm, whichever is greater.
The percentage of the permanent deformation is calculated as:
I – I0
100 æè --------------öø
I0
where
I0 is the distance between any two points on a pressure containing part before applying the test
pressure;
I is the distance between the same points after releasing the test pressure.
5.2.2 External tightness
The pressure containing parts and all connecting joints shall be leak-proof in accordance with Table 13
when tested in accordance with 7.2.5.
The tightness of pressure containing parts including those of measuring and test points, which may be
dismantled for servicing, adjustment or conversion shall be achieved by mechanical means (e.g. metal to
metal joints, o-rings, gaskets, etc.). All jointing compounds, such as liquids and pastes, shall not be used.
Jointing compounds, however, may be used for permanent assemblies and shall remain effective under
normal operating conditions.
Pressure containing parts not intended to be dismantled during servicing, adjustment or conversion shall
be sealed by means which will show evidence of interference (e.g. lacquer).
5.2.3 Internal sealing
The control member in its closed position shall seal in accordance with the appropriate requirements of
7.2.6.3 or 7.2.6.4.3.
Internal walls and connecting joints which are subjected to inlet pressure shall have a tightness in
accordance with the appropriate requirements of 7.2.6.3 or 7.2.6.4.3.
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5.3 Control classifications

5.3.1 Accuracy under stable conditions

5.3.1.1 Accuracy classes
Regulators shall conform to accuracy requirements relevant to the declared accuracy class(es) chosen from
Table 7.
Table 7 — Accuracy classes
Accuracy class Permissible positive and negative regulation change
AC 1 ±1 %a
AC 2,5 ±2,5 %a
AC 5 ±5 %a
AC 10 ±10 %
AC 20 ±20 %
AC 30 ±30 %
a but not lower than ±1 mbar.
The same type of regulator may have different accuracy classes depending on the set range Wh and/or the
inlet pressure range bpe.
5.3.1.2 Hysteresis
The hysteresis is included in the accuracy class and shall be declared by the manufacturer if requested in
the order specification.
5.3.2 Lock-up behaviour
5.3.2.1 Lock-up pressure classes
Regulators shall conform to lock-up pressure requirements relevant to the declared class(es) chosen from
Table 8.
Table 8 — Lock-up pressure classes
Lock-up pressure class Permissible positive regulation change within the lock-up pressure
zone
SG 2,5 2,5 %a
SG 5 5 %a
SG 10 10 %
SG 20 20 %
SG 30 30 %
SG 50 50 %
a but not lower than 1 mbar.
The same type of regulator may have different lock-up pressure classes depending on the specified set
range Wh and/or the inlet pressure range bpe.
5.3.2.2 Classes of lock-up pressure zone
Regulators shall conform to lock-up pressure zone requirements relevant to the declared class(es) chosen
from Table 9.
Table 9 — Lock-up pressure zone classes
Class of lock-up pressure zone Limit value of the lock-up pressure zone as a percentage
of Qmin,pe to Qmax,pe
SZ 2,5 2,5 %
SZ 5 5%
SZ 10 10 %
SZ 20 20 %
Within the lock-up pressure zone the regulator need not comply with 5.3.3.
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The same type of regulator may have different classes of the lock-up pressure zone depending on the set
range Wh and/or the inlet range bpe.
5.3.3 Stable conditions

For the permissible positive and negative regulator change specified in 5.3.1.1 the amplitude of any
oscillations occurring in steady state shall not exceed 20 % of the accuracy class but with a lower limit
of 1 mbar.
6 Gas pressure regulator sizing
6.1 Flow behaviour
The flow behaviour of a regulator is said to be critical if at constant inlet temperature the volumetric flow
rate varies proportionally only with the absolute inlet pressure.
The flow behaviour of a regulator is said to be subcritical if at constant inlet temperature the volumetric
flow rate varies with both the absolute inlet and outlet pressures.
The boundaries of the critical and sub-critical flow behaviour [see formula (9) in 7.2.6.2] are shown in the
system of Cartesian co-ordinates shown in Figure 8 and coincide with the two different sections of the
plotted curve. For the definition of the symbols see 6.2.
Figure 8 — Flow behaviour of a regulator with the control member in a fixed position
6.2 Sizing equations for the calculation of volumetric flow rates of a gas pressure regulator with its control
member in its mechanically fully open position
6.2.1 Normal calculations
Volumetric flow rates should be calculated using the sizing equations of EN 60534-2-2.
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6.2.2 Practical calculations

Normally, in the regulators field it is common to use the following equations:

a) sub-critical flow behaviour:
6,79 pe – pa
Q = ---------------------------------- C g ( p e + p b )sin K 1 ------------------ (3)
d ( t e + 273 ) p e + pb deg
b) critical flow behaviour [see formula (9) in 7.2.6.2]:
6,79
Q = ---------------------------------- C g ( p e + p b ) (4)
d ( t e + 273 )
where
Cg = flow coefficient;
d = relative density (air = 1, non dimensional value);
K1 = body shape factor;
pb = ambient atmospheric pressure in bar (absolute value);
te = gas temperature at the inlet of the regulator under test in °C.
6.2.3 Simplified calculations

If K1 k 130 and (pe – pa) > 0,1 (pe + pb) the following simplified equations may be used with an error
less than 10 %:
a) sub-critical flow behaviour, where (pe – pa) k 0,5 (pe + pb):
13,57
Q = ---------------------------------- C g ( p a + p b ) ( p e – p a ) (5)
d ( t e + 273 )
b) critical flow behaviour, where (pe – pa) > 0,5 (pe + pb):
6,79
Q = ---------------------------------- C g ( p e + p b ) (6)
d ( t e + 273 )
Conversion of the flow coefficients may be carried out by making reference to EN 60534-2-2.
13,57 -
NOTE the expression ---------------------------------- C is also known as KG.
d t e + 273 g
6.3 Calculation of the maximum accuracy flow rate

The maximum accuracy flow rate should be calculated from the equations given in 6.2 by using the
applicable percentage of the flow coefficient at fully open position. This percentage which is equal to or
less than 100, depends on the accuracy class AC and shall always be specified by the manufacturer
(see Figure 6).
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6.4 Inherent flow characteristics

The relationship between flow coefficient and the position of the control member is usually represented
diagrammatically (see Figure 9). Flow coefficients are usually expressed as a percentage of the flow
coefficient at fully open position and the position of the control member as a percentage of the maximum
travel (limit imposed by a mechanical stop). Figure 9 gives examples of the inherent flow characteristics of
three different types of regulator.
6.5 Calculation of volumetric flow rates for partially open gas pressure regulators
Volumetric flow rates for regulator positions between closed and fully open shall be calculated using the
equations given in 6.2, but by using the percentage of the flow coefficient at fully open position associated
with a given percentage of the valve travel as detailed in 6.4.
Figure 9 — Three examples of inherent flow characteristics
7 Testing
7.1 Types of tests
7.1.1 General
Table 10 gives an overview of the different types of tests that are described in this chapter and correlates
them to the test methods and various requirements detailed in 7.2.
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Table 10 — Summary of types of tests and relevant test methods and requirements
Types of tests Test methods and requirements

(clause and title)
7.1.2 7.1.4 7.1.5 Clause Title
Type test Manufacturer’s Surveillance
test
A A A 7.2.1 Dimensional check and visual inspection
A A A 7.2.2 Materials check
A 7.2.3 Verification of the strength of the pressure containing
parts
A A A 7.2.4 Shell strength test
A A A 7.2.5 External tightness test
A A A 7.2.6.1 General requirements
A 7.2.6.2 Determination of the flow coefficients
Ab A 7.2.6.3 Check of internal sealing, setting, lock-up pressure
and simplified test procedure for accuracy class
A 7.2.6.4.1 General requirements
A 7.2.6.4.2 Determination of a performance curve and
verification of the hysteresis band
A 7.2.6.4.3 Determination of the lock-up pressure and
verification of the internal sealing
A 7.2.6.4.4 Determination of the accuracy class, the lock-up
pressure class, the class of lock-up pressure zone, the
maximum accuracy flow rate and the minimum flow
rate related to a given range of inlet pressures
A 7.2.6.4.5 Operational check at the limit temperatures
of –10 °C or –20 °C and 60 °C
optional 7.2.6.4.6 Methods for measuring the sound pressure level
A 7.2.6.4.7 Test rig requirements
A 7.2.77.2.7 Final inspection
A = applicable.
b Simplified test method for accuracy class is not required in the manufacturer’s test.
7.1.2 Type test

The tests and verifications shall be carried out to verify the conformity of a regulator or a series of
regulators with the requirements of this European Standard and to establish the performance
classification of the regulator or the series of regulators. The type test shall include:
— selection of test sample in accordance with 7.1.3;
— dimensional check and visual inspection in accordance with 7.2.1;
— material check in accordance with 7.2.2;
— verification of the strength of the pressure containing parts in accordance with 7.2.3;
— shell strength test in accordance with 7.2.4;
— external tightness test in accordance with 7.2.5;
— functional test in accordance with 7.2.6.2, 7.2.6.4.1 to 7.2.6.4.5;
— optional sound pressure level test in accordance with 7.2.6.4.6;
— test rig requirements in accordance with 7.2.6.4.7;
— final inspection in accordance with 7.2.77.2.7.
The verifications shall be extended to the documentation detailed in 8.1.1.
When changes are made in the design of a regulator, or a series of regulators, in such a manner as to affect
the results of the above tests, the interested party or parties shall be informed by the manufacturer.
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7.1.3 Selection of test samples

The number and types of a series of regulators to be subjected to a type test shall be selected according to
the following requirements:
— one regulator for each type of fixture and/or pilot;
— two sizes from a series of up to six sizes and three sizes from series greater than six in number;
— one regulator for each accuracy class AC, if necessary;
— if the series of regulators includes sizes of regulators with more than one valve seat diameter, the test
sample shall have the largest valve seat installed.
The check in accordance with 7.2.6.4.5 shall only be carried out on one test sample.
7.1.4 Manufacturer’s tests
The following tests and verifications shall be carried out by the manufacturer on each regulator during the
manufacturing process:
— shell strength test in accordance with 7.2.4;
— check of internal sealing, setting and lock-up pressure in accordance with 7.2.6.3.
The tests or verifications shall also confirm that the materials, dimensions and the external conditions of
each regulator remain in conformity with the results of the type test.
7.1.5 Surveillance
These tests and verifications shall be carried out under the responsibility of the interested party or parties
in order to confirm continuing conformity.
The tests and verifications shall include:
— verification of the manufacturer’s test records;
— verification of drawings and material certificates;
— verification of markings;
— shell strength in accordance with 7.2.4;
— check of internal sealing, lock-up pressure class and simplified test procedure for accuracy class in
accordance with 7.2.6.3.
7.2 Test and verification methods
7.2.1 Dimensional check and visual inspection
These are the actions to assess:
— the dimensional conformity of pressure containing parts with the applicable drawings;
— the compliance of the regulator construction with the pertinent assembly drawing and the
construction requirements of this European Standard.
7.2.2 Materials check
These are the actions to assess the compliance of the materials used or prescribed in 4.2:
— the verification of the materials used shall be carried out by the review of the material certificates;
— the verification of the materials prescribed shall be carried out by the review of the materials bill.
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7.2.3 Verification of the strength of the pressure containing parts

Verification is made by proving the compliance of the actual safety factors with those specified in 4.3.3 and
the compliance of thicknesses shown in drawings with values specified in the strength calculations.
Actual safety factors are obtained through one of the following three ways:
— strength calculation report according to applicable standards;
— hydrostatic pressure test applied until the first sign of yielding or failure becomes apparent in any
component and verification that the limit pressure pl at which the first sign of yielding or failure becomes
apparent is:
— pl U pd × Sb for the regulator body only;
— pl U pd × S for other components;
— hydrostatic pressure test and verification that permanent deformations do not exceed the values
stated in 5.2.1 up to the following test pressures:
— 0,9 pd × Sb for the regulator body only;
— 0,9 pd × S for other components.
The test is carried out in such a manner that deformations of the test sample in all directions are possible.
There shall be no additional stresses due to bending and/or torque and/or tension.
Forces from fastening systems shall be of the same nature as those experienced under normal installation
conditions.
Regulator bodies and pressure containing parts manufactured from different materials may be pressure
tested separately.
Special high strength clamping bolts and nuts may be used for hydrostatic testing.
Diaphragms used as pressure containing parts in chambers subjected, or that can be subjected to, a
maximum differential pressure pmax shall withstand a test pressure (in bar) of at least:
— 0,3 if pmax < 0,15;
— 2 pmax if 0,15 k pmax < 5;
— 1,5 pmax but at least 10, if pmax U 5.
7.2.4 Shell strength test
Pressure containing parts and the ones that become pressure containing parts in case of a diaphragm or
differential pressure seal failure shall be pressure tested. The test is carried out with water at ambient
temperature at a pressure according to the values in Table 11 for three minutes. The criteria of 5.2.1 shall
be met.
conditions at least during the type test.
The test may be carried out without trim (i.e. the internal parts that are in flowing contact with the gases).
The test may also be carried out with air or nitrogen, if the necessary safety measures are taken.
Chambers separated by diaphragms are pressurized on both sides of the diaphragm at equal pressure.
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Table 11 — Pressure values for the shell strength test

Chambers subjected or that can be subjected to gas Chambers safeguarded in accordance with 4.3.2.2
pressure subjected, or that can be subjected, to a gas pressure
Test pressures
1,5 pzul 1,5 pmax
but at least pzul + 2 bar but at least pmax + 2 bar
7.2.5 External tightness test

The assembled regulator and its fixtures are pneumatically tested to access the compliance with the
requirements of 5.2.2. The test is carried out at ambient temperature with air or gas at the test pressure
specified in Table 12. This test shall be carried out on a strength-tested regulator for at least:
— 15 min in the type test;
— 1 min in the manufacturer’s test and in the surveillance.
The result of the test is satisfactory if one of the following conditions is met:
— bubble tight for a time of 5 s. This test may be carried out by covering the regulator with a foaming
liquid, by immersing the regulator into a tank of water or by other equivalent methods;
— external leakage not higher than the values listed in Table 13.
The test pressures in Table 12 do not apply to the chambers bounded on at least one side by a diaphragm
even if they are subjected to gas pressure under normal operating conditions. Such chambers shall be
pneumatically tested at a test pressure (in bar) equal to:
— 0,2 bar if pmax < 0,15;
— 1,33 pmax if 0,15 k pmax < 5;
— 1,1 pmax but at least 6,65 bar if pmax U 5.
conditions at least during the type test.
Recognized alternative detection methods may be used for checking leakage (e.g. electronic device). For
such methods the equivalence to the above requirements shall be demonstrated.
Table 12 — Pressure values in the external leakage test
Chambers subjected, or that can be subjected, to gas pressures Chambers safeguarded in accordance
with 4.3.2.2, subjected, or that can be
subjected, to gas pressure
> pa kpaa
Test pressures
1,1 pzul 1,2 pas max 1,1 pmax
but at least 0,5 pzul
a Only if pzul k 20 bar. For pzul > 20 bar the test pressure shall be 1,1 pzul.
Table 13 — Maximum external and internal leakage rates

Nominal size Air leakage rate in cm3/ha
DN external internalb
25 40 15
40 to 80 60 25
100 to 150 100 40
200 to 250 150 60
U 300 200 100
a At normal conditions.
b In case of specific requirement in the order specification, see Annex F.
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7.2.6 Functional tests

7.2.6.1 General requirements

If the regulator has built-in safety device(s) it shall be tested with the safety device(s) in its (their) normal
operating position.
The external sensing/process lines shall be located on the downstream pipework according to
the recommendations of the manufacturer.
7.2.6.2 Determination of the flow coefficients
7.2.6.2.1 Normal method
If the volumetric flow rates are calculated using the sizing equations of EN 60534-2-2, the tests shall be
carried out in accordance with EN 60534-2-3.
7.2.6.2.2 Practical method
If in the flow calculation the equations given in 6.2 are being used then the following equations shall be
used to calculate flow coefficient Cg and the body shape factor K1.
To determine Cg of a regulator with the control member in the mechanically fully open position it is
necessary to plot a diagram as shown in Figure 8 of 6.1. The Cg shall be determined for at least three
different operating conditions in the critical flow behaviour with:
Q d ( t e + 273 )
C g = --------------------------------------- (7)
6,79 ( p e + p b )
The Cg flow coefficient shall be assumed to be equal to the arithmetic mean of the three values.
The shape factor K1 shall be determined for at least three different operating conditions in the sub-critical
flow behaviour with:
Q d ( t e + 273 )
arcsin -------------------------------------------
6,79C g ( p e + p b )
deg (8)
K 1 = --------------------------------------------------------------------------
pe – pa
------------------
pe + pb
The shape factor K1 shall be assumed to be equal to the arithmetic mean of the three values.
For Cg and K1 values a tolerance of ±10 % is permitted.
The behaviour shall be assumed to be critical when:
pe + pb K12
------------------
- ³ --------------------------
- (9)
p a + pb K 2 – 8100
1
In the equations (7) and (8) Q is the volumetric flow rate at normal conditions of the test fluid as measured
by the flow meter 9 in Figure 14. The measured values shall be converted into values related to the normal
conditions specified in 3.2.1.2.1. The calculation of Q shall be carried out using the following equation:
pM + pb
Q = 269, 43 ----------------------- Q M (10)
t M + 273
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where
pM = gas pressure at the flow meter;

QM = volumetric flow rate measured at the flow meter;
tM = gas temperature at the flow meter in °C.
The tests shall be carried out where technically possible and economically justified on a test rig in
accordance with 7.2.6.4.7. Where this is not the case, alternative test and calculation methods, e.g. that
detailed in B.3 may be used for the determination of flow coefficient Cg.
7.2.6.3 Check of internal sealing, set point, lock-up pressure class and simplified test method for accuracy
class
These tests shall be carried out with volumetric flow rates greater than Qmin,pe at the extreme values of
the inlet pressure range bpe for the setting of the controlled pressure or for the extreme values of specific
set range Wa or for the extreme values of set range Wh according to the order specification. Initial conditions
to be set as follows:
— inlet pressure to be equal to pemin and the volumetric flow rate to be zero;
— increase the volumetric flow rate to the level specified above;
— adjust the controlled pressure nearest to its set point.
The test for each setting shall comprise the following steps (see Figure 10):
a) reduce the volumetric flow rate until complete lock-up takes place within a period not less than the
response time of the regulator;
b) record the lock-up pressure:
— after 5 s;
— after 30 s;
after the closure of the regulator;
NOTE These values are not appropriate for pilot-controlled regulators.
c) increase the volumetric flow rate close to the above value and determine the corresponding outlet
pressure pa;
d) increase the inlet pressure until pemax is reached;
e) measure the value of outlet pressure pa;
f) repeat the above steps from a) to c) without any further adjustment of the setting.
If a detection method is available to verify compliance with the required internal leakage rates given in
Table 13, an alternative procedure may be followed to check the internal sealing and to measure the lock-up
pressure at pemin and pemax.
Provided the values of lock-up pressure at 5 s and 30 s are comparable, taking account of the accuracy of
the measuring system, it shall be assumed that:
— the regulator has passed the internal leakage test;
— the lock-up pressure of the regulator at the relevant inlet pressure is equal to the average of the
two readings.
If the manufacturer is unable to provide the required test volumetric flow rate, an alternative test
procedure may be used to cover these checks.
In this case the determined leakage rates shall comply with:
— the requirements of Table 13; or
— the requirements of prEN 1349 if specified in the order specification (see Annex F and Annex G).
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Figure 10 — Graphical representation of the tests detailed in 7.2.6.3
7.2.6.4 Functional tests under stable conditions

7.2.6.4.1 General requirements
These tests shall be carried out at ambient temperature. The purpose is to verify the values stated by the
manufacturer for the:
— accuracy class;
— maximum hysteresis band, if specified in order specification;
— lock-up pressure class;
— class of lock-up pressure zone;
— maximum accuracy flow rate and minimum flow rate.
The tests shall be carried out where technically possible and economically justified on a test rig in
accordance with 7.2.6.4.7.
Where this is not the case, alternative test and calculation methods, e.g. those explained in Annex B or the
modelling tests on test specimens to a smaller scale as described in EN 60534-2-3, may be used for the
determination of Qmax,pemin, Qmax,pemax, AC, SG and hysteresis band if specified in the order specification
under the following pre-conditions:
a) the maximum possible size and at least the minimum size of a series of regulators shall be tested using
a test rig in accordance with 7.2.6.4.7;
b) to prove that the alternative method chosen is reliable by comparing the results with those from a test
at full operating conditions in a particular regulator size;
c) to use the alternative method for larger sizes of regulators of the same series.
However, if the regulator or even the smallest regulator of a series can not be tested in accordance
with 7.2.6.4.7, the test method as that detailed in Annex B may be used without other pre-conditions.
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The compliance with performance requirements shall be checked against only three families of
performance curves for three different values of outlet pressure chosen within the set range Wh in
accordance with the following criteria:

pamin
pamax
p amax – p amin
p aint = p amin + ------------------------------------
-
3
For each family of performance curves three values of inlet pressure shall be chosen within the inlet
pressure range bpe in accordance with the following criteria:
pemin
pemax
p emin + p emax
p eav = ------------------------------------
- (rounded to the nearest whole number)
2
The regulator shall be kept pressurized throughout the whole process with no interruption of this condition
until the determination of the families of performance curves is completed.
7.2.6.4.2 Determination of a performance curve and verification of the hysteresis band
With the understanding that the “actual set point” cannot be determined at the outset of this process,
the setting of the regulator shall be adjusted at:
— an inlet pressure equal to peav;
— the volumetric flow rate recommended by the manufacturer.
Changes to the setting prior to the completion of the whole process for the determination of a single
performance curve, or families of performance curves, are not permitted. The flow rate regulating valve 8
(Figure 14) shall be used to vary the volumetric flow rates. The operating time of the valve shall not be
less than the response time of the regulator as specified by the manufacturer. Volumetric flow rates
measured by the flow meter 9 (Figure 14) shall be recalculated to refer to:
— normal conditions (see 3.2.1.2.1);
— air at the reference temperature of 15 °C at the inlet of the regulator under test.
To this end the following equation shall be used:
pM + pb
Q = 15,88 ----------------------- Q M d ( t e + 273 ) (11)
t M + 273
where
pM = gas pressure at the flow meter;
QM = volumetric flow rate measured at the flow meter;
te = gas temperature in °C at the inlet of regulator under test;
tM = gas temperature at the flow meter in °C.
At least 11 different measurements conveniently distributed over the full range of values between Qmin and
Qmax (5 with volumetric flow rates increasing, 4 with volumetric flow rates decreasing, an additional
measurement at zero volumetric flow rate and one at the start setting) shall be taken for each pair of pe
and pas values.
Figure 3 is an example of a chart showing the relevant details such as the start setting, the measured
results and the performance curve for the controlled variable related to a single pair of pe and pas values.
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7.2.6.4.3 Determination of the lock-up pressure and verification of the internal sealing
The lock-up pressure shall be determined in connection with tests carried out to determine the performance
curve of the controlled variable. The time required to reduce the volumetric flow rate to zero shall not be
less than the lock-up time of the regulator. This condition is deemed to be satisfied when the lock-up
pressure is found to be independent of the time needed to reduce the volumetric flow rate to zero
(see Figure 11).
Figure 11 — Graphical representation of 7.2.6.4.3
The lock-up pressure pf shall be measured twice, after 1 min and 2 min from the regulator closure.
When the inlet pressure is greater than 16 bar the second measurement shall be taken after 5 min.
Any lock-up pressure value that can be affected by temperature variations of the fluid contained in the
volume between the regulator under test and the flow rate regulating valve, shall be recalculated and
related to the initial temperature by using the following formula:
t + 273
p f = -------------------- ( p fi + p b ) – p b (12)
t i + 273
where
pb = absolute ambient atmospheric pressure;
pfi = lock-up pressure related to the second measurement;
t = gas temperature in °C related to the first measurement;
ti = gas temperature in °C related to the second measurement.
The regulator shall be deemed leaktight if the last two lock-up pressures, corrected for the initial
temperature, are comparable (taking account of the accuracy of the measuring system) or comply with the
internal leakage rate requirements given in:
— Table 13; or
— prEN 1349 if specified in the order specification (see Annex F and Annex G).
The lock-up pressure of the regulator shall be assumed to be equal to the average of the last two measured
pressures. For lock-up pressure measurements the outlet pipework of the test rig shall have a minimum
length as specified in Figure 14.
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7.2.6.4.4 Determination of the accuracy class, the lock-up pressure class, the class of lock-up pressure zone,
the maximum accuracy flow rate and the minimum flow rate related to a given range of inlet pressures
The determination is based on optimal enveloping of each family of performance curves with the vertical
and horizontal limit lines as shown in Figure 5. An example of an optimal enveloping procedure is shown
in Figure 12 and is described as follows:
— plot the performance curves of a family in a semilog diagram with volumetric flow rates on the decimal
scale of the abscissa and outlet pressure on the logarithmic scale of the ordinate;
— locate on this diagram, in an optimized manner, three horizontal lines spaced as shown in Figure 12;
the optimization of the location of these lines is reached when the greatest possible number of
performance requirements are met;
— identify the actual set point where the dashed horizontal line intersects the ordinate;
— ensure that Qmax,peav, Qmax,pemin, Qmax,pemax, Qmin,pemax, Qmin,peav, Qmin,pemin, AC and pf are within
the established limits.
Other equivalent optimal enveloping methods may be used.
If the performance data listed by the manufacturer are not met, the test report shall detail the actual
performance data taken from the type tests.
Figure 12 — Graphical example of 7.2.6.4.4
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7.2.6.4.5 Operational check at the limit temperatures of –10 °C or –20 °C and 60 °C

The regulator shall be installed in a suitable thermostatically controlled enclosure.

To start the check the test medium shall be brought to the relevant temperature.
The check shall verify the internal sealing and determine the lock-up pressure in accordance with 7.2.6.4.3
under the following conditions:
— max inlet pressure/min outlet pressure;
— min inlet pressure/min outlet pressure;
at the relevant temperatures.
The lock-up pressure at the –20 °C limit temperature shall be:
2 SG
£ p as æ 1 + -------------ö
è 100 ø
The lock-up pressure at other limit temperatures shall be:
SG
£ p as æ 1 + ----------ö
è 100ø
where pas and SG are those determined at ambient temperature.
A check to determine the control member travel of the regulator shall also be carried out at no flow
condition in order to demonstrate that the regulator can fully open.
If specified in the order specification, alternative methods in accordance with Annex B may be used.
After this check, the test in accordance with 7.2.5 is repeated at the lower limit temperatures.
7.2.6.4.6 Methods for measuring the sound pressure level
The fully assembled regulator with all its fixtures shall be installed:
— at between 0,8 m and 1,2 m above floor level;
— in accordance with the requirements specified in 7.2.6.4.7 with regard to the velocities of the gas in
the test rig.
The floor shall be one of normal concrete or similar construction. Care shall be taken to ensure that
any possible effects of sound emissions other than the noise generated by the regulator are excluded
(for example noise generated by the flow rate regulating valve or the external environment). The points of
measurement of sound emission shall be in accordance with Figure 7.
The results of the measurements shall be expressed in such a way as to conform with relevant regulations
and the requirements of this European Standard.
The test report shall include the following data:
— test procedure;
— thickness and nominal diameter of inlet and outlet pipes;
— indication of the point at which the measured sound level is the highest;
— the units of measurement used to express the results.
7.2.6.4.7 Test rig requirements
The tests shall be carried out on a test rig built as specified in Figure 14 or in accordance with EN 60534-2-3
as appropriate. The nominal diameter of the pipework connecting the full bore valves and the flow rate
regulating valves with the regulator shall not be smaller than the nominal diameter of the regulator and
so chosen as to ensure that in all operating conditions of the tests the velocity of the gas does not exceed:
— 50 m/s for pressure U 0,5 bar;
— 25 m/s for pressures < 0,5 bar.
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The connections between the regulator and the test rig pipework shall be made using concentric reducers
according to ISO 3419 or equivalent. The pressure tapping diameter b shown in Figure 13 shall be at
least 3 mm and shall be no larger than 12 mm or one-tenth of the nominal pipe diameter, whichever is the
lesser. The tapping shall be circular and its edge shall be clean and sharp or slightly rounded and free from
burrs or other irregularities. Any suitable method of making a physical connection is acceptable provided
the above recommendations are followed. However, fittings shall not protrude inside the pipework.
The lock-up pressure tests shall always be carried out on a test rig in which the downstream pipework has
the minimum specified length; for these tests an additional downstream volume is not permitted. The flow
meter shall be installed in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer.
NOTE For alternative test methods under the conditions of 7.2.6.4.1 see also Annex B.
Figure 13 — Recommended pressure tapping
7.2.7 Final inspection

Upon completion of the type test the test samples shall be dismantled and inspected. There shall be no
visible evidence of: damage, undue wear, fatigue or any change in position of components.
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Figure 14 — Test rig requirements
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8 Documentation
8.1 Documentation related to the type test

8.1.1 Documentation required prior to type test
The following documentation shall be available at the time of carrying out the type test:
a) photographs and/or leaflets;
b) operating scheme and pertinent description;
c) technical data of the series of regulators and a list of performance data to be confirmed;
d) assembly drawing of the regulator;
e) overall dimensional drawing;
f) nameplate drawing;
g) strength calculation or test report for all pressure containing parts;
h) parts list with material description for all components;
i) manufacturing drawings of all pressure containing parts and critical internal components.
8.1.2 Test report
On completion of the type test a report will be provided detailing the results of the tests carried out. If
alternative methods under the provisions of 7.2.6.4.1 or Annex B are used, they shall be described in detail
in an appropriate section of the test report.
8.2 Documentation related to the manufacturer’s tests
8.2.1 Documentation provided at the request of the customer
Inspection certificate and/or NDT certificate and/or material certificate class 3.1.B in accordance with
EN 10204 for pressure containing parts and/or bolts, screws and studs.
8.2.2 Documentation provided with the regulator
Installation and maintenance manuals, in the language of the country of destination, giving clear
instructions on the safety requirements concerning commissioning and de-commissioning procedures shall
be included with each regulator or shipment of regulators.
8.3 Documentation related to surveillance
8.3.1 Documentation to be available for surveillance
For each series of regulator the manufacturer shall have available the following documentation:
— type test report;
— records of inspections satisfactorily passed during the manufacturing process.
8.3.2 Surveillance report
The surveillance report shall detail the results of all tests and verifications carried out in accordance
with 7.1.5.
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9 Marking
9.1 General requirements

Each regulator shall carry markings containing at least the following data:
— manufacturer and/or registered trade-mark;
— regulator type;
— serial number;
— year of manufacture;
— nominal size DN;
— allowable pressure pzul;
— permissible inlet pressure pemax;
— specific set range Wa;
— operating temperature range (class 1 or class 2);
— valve seat diameter (only where different sizes are provided) or valve trim (for this term
see EN 60534-1) or the flow coefficient if the previous data are not representative of the regulator flow
rate;
— maximum component operating pressure pmax of chambers safeguarded (for “differential strength
regulators” only);
— leakage class in accordance with prEN 1349 if applicable;
— additional markings in accordance with order specification.
The data shall be indicated using the symbols of this European Standard.
The flow direction shall be marked clearly and permanently on the body by an arrow.
If a nameplate is used it shall be permanently legible and attached at a clearly visible place.
The technical details listed above shall be repeated in the inspection certificate.
9.2 Markings for the various connections
Each connection shall be marked in terms of:
— function, e.g. breather line, sensing line, exhaust line;
— minimum nominal size for the pipework concerned.
9.3 Marking of built-in safety devices
The safety devices shall be marked according to the relevant standard.
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Annex A (informative)
Use of allowable pressure pzul

The allowable pressure pzul, as explained in 3.4.1.3, is the pressure used regarding the strength test for the
regulator body. The strength of the regulator body is demonstrated according to 7.2.4. pzul is also
considered in relation to the external tightness test according to 7.2.5 and its value is chosen by the
manufacturer.
The pemax can be different to pzul and its value is imposed by the function of the regulator or the network
under which it operates within the specified conditions (e.g. SG, AC); pemax is considered in relation to
functional tests.
Pd can be different to pzul; pd is a parameter used for calculation purposes, combined with safety factors
given in 4.3.3.
The relationship between pzul, pemax and pd is given in 4.3.
Annex B (informative)
Alternative methods for the determination of the accuracy class, the lock-up
pressure class, the maximum accuracy flow rate, the flow coefficients and the
verification of the hysteresis band
B.1 General
The following alternative test methods may be used to establish the performance classification of a
regulator or a series of regulators. The detailed procedure should be agreed with the manufacturer.
B.2 Test methods
B.2.1 Direct acting gas pressure regulator
In this type of regulator it is necessary to vary the pressure on one side of the detector element in order to
move the control member from the open position to the closed position.
The test method comprises the following steps:
— set the regulator at the minimum value of the set range Wh following the manufacturer’s instructions;
— increase the pressure in the casing of the actuator from an external source until the control member
reaches its closed position and verify the internal sealing at the minimum and maximum inlet pressures
(internally impulsed regulators may have to be modified);
— vent the pressure from the body;
— slowly reduce the pressure in the casing of the actuator until the control member reaches the required
open position (i.e the one relevant to the expected maximum accuracy flow rate) and measure the
pressure against each 10 % increase in the valve travel;
— slowly increase the pressure in the casing of the actuator until the control member reaches the lock-up
position and measure the pressure against each 10 % decrease in the valve travel;
— establish the closed position by the verification of internal sealing;
— calculate for each position of the control member the volumetric flow rate Q using the method detailed
in 6.5.
With balanced moving parts (i.e. no variation in the thrust on the moving parts against changes in inlet
pressure pe) all measured values of the pressure, except that for the closed position, should be within the
expected accuracy class AC.
The measured value of the lock-up pressure pf should be within the expected lock-up pressure class SG.
The hysteresis can be verified by measuring the maximum difference in pressure for the same position of
the control member.
The calculated value of maximum accuracy flow rate should be greater than or equal to that specified by
the manufacturer (see Figure B.1).
With unbalanced moving parts the same method should be used, with account taken of the unbalanced
thrust (see Figure B.2).
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B.2.2 Pilot controlled gas pressure regulators

With this type of regulator it is necessary to vary the motorization pressure in the motorization chamber
in order to move the control member from the closed position to an open position and vice versa. The thrust
created by the motorization pressure is normally balanced by the load of a spring. The motorization
pressure is supplied by the pilot. The pilot controls the supply of the motorization gas according to the value
of the control deviation in such a way as to keep the outlet pressure as close as possible to its set point.
Therefore, in both a regulator and pilot with moving parts balanced (i.e. no variation in the thrust on
the moving parts with changes in inlet pressure) it is possible to classify the performance of the system
i.e. the regulator with its pilot, by measuring the variation in outlet pressure against the position of the
control member from the closed position to a specific valve travel. The test method should be established
in detail according to the specific design of the regulator.
In the following test method reference should be made to the functional diagram given in Figure B.3.
Figure B.4 shows the relationship between the valve travel, motorization pressure pm and the flow through
the process line Qf and the outlet pressure of the system pa including the regulator and its pilot.
The test method comprises the following steps:
a) set the pilot at the minimum value of the set range Wh following the manufacturer’s instructions;
b) feed the pilot from an external source using the applicable fixture at minimum inlet pressure pemin
and exhaust the gas from the chamber where both process and sensing lines are connected;
c) keep the regulator in the closed position using upstream inlet pressure. The inlet and outlet end
connections may be sealed by using blind flanges;
d) verify internal sealing of the regulator with Qf = 0 at minimum and maximum inlet pressure pe;
e) regulate the inlet pressure at pemin;
f) increase the flow Qf until the first internal flow occurs in the regulator and measure the outlet pressure
pa in the chamber where both process and sensing lines are connected (at this stage the inlet and outlet
pressures in the regulator body are balanced, because there is zero flow through the regulator);
g) by increasing the flow Qf, open the regulator until 100 % of the valve travel relevant to the maximum
accuracy flow rate Qmax,pemin has occurred and measure the outlet pressure pa against each 10 %
increase in the valve travel;
h) by decreasing the flow Qf, bring the regulator to the closed position and measure the outlet pressure
pa against each 10 % decrease in the valve travel. The closed position is verified by an internal sealing
test;
i) regulate the inlet pressure at pemax;
j) repeat the tests explained above from f) to h);
k) calculate, for each position of the control member, the volumetric flow rate Q using the method
detailed in 6.5.
With balanced moving parts (i.e. no variation in the thrust on the moving parts with changes in the inlet
pressure pe) all measured values of:
— outlet pressure pa should be within the expected accuracy class AC. The hysteresis can be verified by
measuring the maximum difference in outlet pressures pa for the same position of the control member;
— lock-up pressure pf should be within the lock-up pressure class SG and the calculated value of the
maximum accuracy flow rate should be greater than or equal to that specified by the manufacturer
(see Figure B.4).
With unbalanced moving parts the same method should be used, with account taken of the unbalanced
thrust (see Figure B.5).
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B.3 Determination of flow coefficients for larger capacity regulators

For larger capacity regulators if the available volumetric flow rates do not permit the use of the method
detailed in 7.2.6.2, the following procedure may be followed:
— firstly, determine the flow coefficient for a partially open position that is compatible with the available
volumetric flow rate by using equation (7) of 7.2.6.2;
— determine the shape factor K1 applicable to the same partially open position by using equation (8)
of 7.2.6.2;
— determine the function shown in Figure B.6 at sub-critical conditions calculating Cg,x by using the
following equation:
Q d ( t e + 273 )
C g,x = -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
pe – pa (B.1)
6,79 ( p e + p b )sin K 1 ------------------
pe + pb
deg
These calculations should be made for three different opening positions of the control member; extrapolate
the value of Cg taken from the graph given in Figure B.6 by starting from the point in the x co-ordinate
of 100 % control member travel.
Where there is sufficient flow the previous extrapolation can be avoided by carrying out the test detailed
in the third indent with the control member at full open position.
To convert Q to normal conditions see 7.2.6.2.
For Cg and K1 values limit deviations of ±10 % are permitted.
Figure B.1 — Graph of the outlet pressure plotted against different positions of
the control member in a balanced direct acting regulator
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Figure B.2 — Graph of the outlet pressure plotted against different positions of
the control member in an unbalanced direct acting regulator
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Figure B.3 — Functional diagram of a pilot controlled regulator
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Figure B.4 — Various graphs relating to the tests detailed in B.2 for a balanced
pilot controlled regulator
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Figure B.5 — Various graphs relating to the tests detailed in B.2 for an unbalanced
pilot controlled regulator
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Figure B.6 — Graph of Cg values plotted against different positions of the control member
Annex C (informative)
Inspection certificate
Where an inspection certificate and declaration of conformity is provided, the following gives an example
of the format which may be used.
NOTE Inspection certificate 3.1.B according to EN 10204; Declaration of conformity according to EN 45014.
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Annex D (informative)
Acceptance test
This annex gives an example of a typical acceptance test which may be used if specified in the order
specification.
The tests and verifications should be carried out on the finished regulators by the manufacturer in the
presence of the purchaser’s inspector prior to shipping.
The tests are:
— external leakage test in accordance with 7.2.5.1;
— check of internal sealing, setting and lock-up pressure class in accordance with 7.2.6.3.
Unless otherwise specified, the number of regulators selected for an acceptance test should be as follows:
— 2 regulators for batches of 2 to 4 pieces;
— 10 %5) for batches > 60 pieces.
Additional tests, if required, may be specified in the order specification.
Annex E (informative)
Conformity evaluation6)
This annex gives guidance on the procedure that may be used if third party (or in some cases second party)
certification is required.
E.1 General
The main purpose of conformity evaluation is to give the customer the necessary confidence in the
conformity of a regulator or a series of regulators with this European Standard.
For the regulators certified as in conformity with this European Standard, the manufacturer should carry
out the conformity evaluation in accordance with E.2.
For these regulators the manufacturer should also commission the conformity evaluation by a third party
in accordance with E.3.
When there is no conformity evaluation by a third party, the manufacturer may agree upon, in addition to
his evaluation, the conformity evaluation by a second party on the basis of the methods explained in E.3.
E.2 Manufacturer’s conformity evaluation
For each series of regulators the manufacturer should carry out:
— the tests as detailed in clause 7; the test samples should be selected at least as specified in E.3.3;
— a permanent internal control of production by a quality system based on the relevant standard of the
EN ISO 9000 series; the quality system should be certified by a third party.
Further, the manufacturer should retain and file:
— the material certificates for all pressure containing parts;
— the NDT reports and the inspection certificate;
for a period of at least ten years from the delivery of the regulator.
A copy of these certificates should be made available to the purchaser if requested in the purchase order.
5) Rounded up to a whole number.

6) For the purpose of these recommendations the definitions contained in EN 45020 are applied.
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E.3 Third party conformity evaluation

E.3.1 Introduction
The certification body should meet the requirements of EN 45011 and establish a certification scheme for
regulators.
The certification scheme should meet the requirements of this European Standard and establish:
— if the surveillance in accordance with 7.1.5 may be carried out by the body that has certified the
quality system of the manufacturer;
— a guideline to be followed when any non-conformities are discovered during the surveillance as
detailed in 7.1.5;
— the form of the certificate of conformity.
E.3.2 Procedure
The evaluation of conformity should include:
— the type test in accordance with 7.1.2; the tests samples should be selected as detailed in E.3.3;
— a surveillance as detailed in 7.1.5 every five years; the test samples should include two regulators for
each certified series and they should be selected at random from the production population present at the
time of the surveillance visit to manufacturer’s premises.
The surveillance may be carried out by the body that has certified the quality system of manufacturer, if it
is provided for in the certification scheme for regulators.
Any other verification pertinent to the quality system of the manufacturer should be carried out by the body
that has certified the quality system.
E.3.3 Selection of test samples
The number and types of a series of regulators to be subjected to a type test should be selected according
to the following criteria:
— one regulator for each type of fixture and/or pilot;
— two sizes from a series of up to six sizes and three sizes from series greater than six in number;
— one regulator for each accuracy class AC, if necessary;
— if the series of regulators includes sizes of regulators with more than one valve seat diameter, the test
sample should have the largest valve seat installed.
The check in accordance with 7.2.6.4.5 may be carried out on only one test sample.
E.4 Issue of the certificate of conformity
If the series of regulators complies with this European Standard the third party should issue a
“certificate of conformity”.
Annex F (informative)
Seat leakage
This annex establishes a series of seat leakage classes related to the specific internal sealing requirements.
If requested in the order specification the internal sealing requirements may be in accordance with
prEN 1349. The leakage class will be included:
— on the nameplate;
— on the inspection certificate.
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Annex G (informative)
Order specification
This annex gives guidelines on the form that an order specification should take.
The ordering of gas pressure regulators, particularly for larger sizes, depends on the site conditions, other
regulators already in the grid, interchangeability and other factors. Therefore, in addition to the minimum
specifications in tenders, offers and orders other specifications as detailed in G.2 may also be required.
G.1 Minimum specifications
G.1.1 Details of construction
— direct acting/pilot controlled;
— fail open/fail close;
— integral strength/differential strength;
— built-in safety devices;
— built-in monitor;
— additional features;
— type of end connections.
G.1.2 Dimensions
— regulator size (see 3.1.1.9);
— nominal pressure PN;
— face-to-face dimensions.
G.1.3 Performance
— inlet pressure range bpe;
— allowable pressure pzul;
— set range or set point Wh/Wa/pas;
— maximum accuracy flow rate and minimum flow rate (at stable conditions and specified inlet
pressures) Qmax,pemin/Qmin,pemax;
— operating temperature range (class 1 or class 2).
G.2 Optional specifications
— prescribed/permitted materials and/or specific requirements regarding chemical resistance;
— lifting facilities;
— minimum values of flow coefficients and factors;
— accuracy class AC;
— maximum hysteresis band;
— lock-up class/lock-up pressure zone SG/SZ;
— minimum operating differential pressure pmin;
— internal sealing requirements in accordance with prEN 1349;
— sound pressure level LpA;
— likely spectral octave band;
— additional documentation;
— acceptance test in accordance with Annex D;
— copy(ies) of various certificates;
— full tests using a test rig in accordance with 7.2.6.4.7 instead of any alternative methods;
— alternative test methods in accordance with Annex B instead of those detailed in 7.2.6.4.5;
— Charpy-V strength for bolts, screws and studs under specified conditions;
— Charpy-V strength for pressure containing parts in accordance with 4.2.2.2 for pzul k 25 bar;
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— Charpy-V strength for bodies, bonnets, casings of actuators and blind flanges at p20 °C or p45 °C;
— additional non-destructive testing;

— inspection certificate and/or NDT certificate and/or material certificate class 3.1.B in accordance with
EN 10204 for pressure containing parts and/or bolts, screws and studs.
Annex H (informative)
A-deviations
A-deviation: National deviation due to regulations, the alteration of which is for the time being outside
the competence of the CEN/CENELEC member.
This European Standard does not fall under any Directive of the EC.
In the relevant CEN/CENELEC countries these A-deviations will supersede the provisions of the
European Standard until they have been removed.
For Sweden a deviation from clauses 4.2.2.1, 4.2.2.2 and 4.2.2.3 is required, to comply with the
prescriptions of the “Ordinance AFS 1994:39 — chapter 3 — section 1”. It should be noted that the design
of pressure equipment and selection of materials must be made in accordance with the Swedish Piping
Code 1978 and Swedish Pressure Vessel Code 1987, which together with the Nordic Group for Steel
regulation (NGS-sheet) and the Swedish Material Data Sheets (SMDS-sheets) list the materials whose
evaluation, documentation and properties have been carried out in accordance with recognized (Swedish)
procedures for establishing them as pressure vessel materials. All these documents are part of the Swedish
regulatory system.
Annex J (informative)
Bibliography
EN 88, Pressure governors for gas appliances for inlet pressures up to 200 mbar.
EN 12186, Gas supply systems — Gas pressure regulating stations for transport and distribution —
Functional requirements.
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Gas pressure regulators for inlet pressures up to 100 bar

Appareils de régulation de pression de gaz Gas-Druckregelgeräte für Eingangsdrücke

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 7 August 1998.

Central Secretariat: rue de Stassart 36, B-1050 Brussels

Foreword According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal

4.2.1 Chemical resistance requirements 20 7.2.2 Materials check 33

EN 12732, Gas supply systems — Welding steel pipework — Functional requirements.

3 Definitions and symbols

Figure 1 — Example of a direct acting regulator

pilot controlled gas pressure regulator (indirect acting)

differential strength regulator

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

Figure 3 — Performance curve (pas constant, pe constant)

Figure 4 — Family of performance curves (pas constant)

— at the lowest inlet pressure (see Figure 5) Qmax,pemin;

3.3.6 Features pertinent to lock-up behaviour

minimum flow rate

— at the lowest inlet pressure (see Figure 5) Qmin,pemin;

Figure 6 — Performance curve indicating lock-up pressure zone (stable condition)

3.4 Further functional terminology

3.4.1 Pressures pertinent to design of gas pressure regulator

2) For additional explanation see Annex A.

operating temperature range

4.1.5 Nominal sizes and face-to-face dimensions

Table 2 — Alternative face-to-face dimensions for flanged regulators

Table 3 — Face-to-face dimensions for flangeless regulators

Table 4 — Face-to-face dimensions for flangeless regulators

4.2.2 Requirements for metallic materials

4.2.2.1 Minimum requirements

Table 5b — Minimum inspection sample

4.2.3 Requirements for elastomers (including vulcanized rubbers)

Elastomers shall comply with prEN 13787:2000.

4.3.2.2 Differential strength pressure regulator

Table 6 — Minimum values of safety factor

Material Minimum value of safety factor

1 Standard measurement points

Figure 7 — Points of measurement for sound pressure level

5.2 Shell strength, external tightness and internal sealing

5.3 Control classifications

5.3.1 Accuracy under stable conditions

5.3.3 Stable conditions

6.2.2 Practical calculations

Normally, in the regulators field it is common to use the following equations:

b) critical flow behaviour [see formula (9) in 7.2.6.2]:

6.2.3 Simplified calculations

6.3 Calculation of the maximum accuracy flow rate

6.4 Inherent flow characteristics

Figure 9 — Three examples of inherent flow characteristics

Types of tests Test methods and requirements

7.1.2 Type test

7.1.3 Selection of test samples

7.2.3 Verification of the strength of the pressure containing parts

Table 11 — Pressure values for the shell strength test

7.2.5 External tightness test