ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020
(Amendment)Gas cylinders - Acetylene cylinder bundles - Filling conditions and filling inspection - Amendment 1
Gas cylinders - Acetylene cylinder bundles - Filling conditions and filling inspection - Amendment 1
Bouteilles à gaz — Cadres de bouteilles d'acétylène — Conditions de remplissage et contrôle au remplissage — Amendement 1
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 17-Aug-2020
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 58/SC 4 - Operational requirements for gas cylinders
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 58/SC 4 - Operational requirements for gas cylinders
- Current Stage
- 6060 - International Standard published
- Start Date
- 18-Aug-2020
- Due Date
- 13-Jun-2021
- Completion Date
- 18-Aug-2020
Relations
- Effective Date
- 06-Jun-2022
- Consolidated By
ISO 12855:2025 - Electronic fee collection - Information exchange between service provision and toll charging - Effective Date
- 18-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 04-Sep-2021
Overview
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020, titled Gas cylinders - Acetylene cylinder bundles - Filling conditions and filling inspection - Amendment 1, is an important international standard published by ISO. This amendment updates the original 2011 standard by specifying revised conditions related to the filling and inspection of acetylene cylinder bundles. It addresses operational safety and performance requirements when dealing with acetylene gas cylinders, specifically focusing on the solvent management and filling inspections.
The standard is developed by ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 58, Subcommittee SC 4, in cooperation with European Committee for Standardization CEN/TC 23. This collaboration ensures compatibility with European regulations and global best practices, making ISO 13088 highly relevant for manufacturers, inspectors, and operators in the gas cylinder industry.
Key Topics
Filling Conditions
The amendment introduces specific criteria to determine the maximum number of consecutive fillings an acetylene bundle can undergo before it requires dismantling and solvent replenishment. This is dependent on the solvent type used within the cylinders:- For acetone solvent, the number of consecutive fillings generally should not exceed six before dismantling is necessary.
- For dimethylformamide (DMF) solvent, the bundle can typically be filled up to 100 times without dismantling.
Solvent Management and Safety
The standard highlights the importance of monitoring the bundle weight considering residual gas and solvent tare minimums (tare BA min or tare BS min). If the total weight of the bundle falls below these values, it must not be refilled before correcting solvent quantity. This ensures the safety and proper function of acetylene bundles.Inspection and Maintenance
Dismantling the bundle for solvent replenishment is recommended either after a defined number of filling cycles (in the case of acetone) or during periodic cylinder inspection routines (commonly aligned with DMF solvent usage). This ensures bundles maintain integrity and operational efficiency.Testing Requirements
The amendment refers to Annex A of the original standard for deriving specific operational parameters related to solvent operating range and fills count, reinforcing thorough testing and compliance for safe operations.
Applications
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 is critical for all stakeholders involved in the manufacture, filling, and maintenance of acetylene gas cylinder bundles:
Gas Cylinder Manufacturers:
To design and produce acetylene bundles that comply with updated filling requirements and solvent management procedures.Filling Stations and Gas Suppliers:
To implement proper filling cycles, adhere to inspection mandates, and ensure bundles are dismantled and serviced safely per solvent type limitations.Safety Inspectors and Regulators:
To verify compliance with international safety standards for acetylene cylinders during inspections and audits.Industrial and Commercial Users:
To maintain safe handling and refilling procedures based on solvent management best practices, optimizing operational reliability and safety.
This standard provides practical guidance for solvent replenishment intervals, bundle weight monitoring, and safety controls that reduce risks associated with acetylene gas handling.
Related Standards
- ISO 10297: Gas cylinders - Valve outlets for gas cylinders - Specification and testing
- ISO 9809: Gas cylinders - Seamless steel gas cylinders - Design, construction and testing
- ISO 11120: Gas cylinders - Refillable seamless steel tubes - Design, construction and testing
- CEN EN 1964: Transportable gas cylinders - Cylinder bundles - Design, construction and testing
- ISO 15718: Gas cylinders - Cylinder bundles - Inspection
These related standards collectively cover various aspects of gas cylinder safety, design, and operational procedures, complementing the regulations set forth in ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 specifically for acetylene cylinder bundles.
Keywords: ISO 13088 amendment, acetylene cylinder bundles, gas cylinder filling conditions, solvent management acetylene cylinders, acetylene bundle inspection, gas cylinder standards, acetylene safety regulations
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 - Gas cylinders — Acetylene cylinder bundles — Filling conditions and filling inspection — Amendment 1 Released:8/18/2020
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 - Bouteilles à gaz — Cadres de bouteilles d'acétylène — Conditions de remplissage et contrôle au remplissage — Amendement 1 Released:8/18/2020
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Gas cylinders - Acetylene cylinder bundles - Filling conditions and filling inspection - Amendment 1". This standard covers: Gas cylinders - Acetylene cylinder bundles - Filling conditions and filling inspection - Amendment 1
Gas cylinders - Acetylene cylinder bundles - Filling conditions and filling inspection - Amendment 1
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 23.020.35 - Gas cylinders. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 13088:2011/Amd 1:2020 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 17973:2016, ISO 12855:2025, ISO 13088:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 13088
First edition
2011-12-15
AMENDMENT 1
2020-08
Gas cylinders — Acetylene cylinder
bundles — Filling conditions and
filling inspection
AMENDMENT 1
Bouteilles à gaz — Cadres de bouteilles d'acétylène — Conditions de
remplissage et contrôle au remplissage
AMENDEMENT 1
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ISO 13088:2011/Amd.1:2020(E)
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INTERNATIONALE 13088
Première édition
2011-12-15
AMENDEMENT 1
2020-08
Bouteilles à gaz — Cadres de
bouteilles d'acétylène — Conditions
de remplissage et contrôle au
remplissage
AMENDEMENT 1
Gas cylinders — Acetylene cylinder bundles — Filling conditions and
filling inspection
AMENDMENT 1
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