ISO 20766-12:2019
(Main)Road vehicles - Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fuel systems components - Part 12: Non-return valve
Road vehicles - Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fuel systems components - Part 12: Non-return valve
This document specifies general information regarding the non-return valve component of liquefied petroleum gas fuel, intended for use on the types of motor vehicles as defined in ISO 3833. It provides general design principles and specifies requirements for instructions and marking. It also specifies test requirements for the non-return valve. This document is applicable to vehicles (mono-fuel, bi-fuel or dual-fuel applications) using gaseous fuels in accordance with ISO 9162. It is not applicable to the following: a) fuel containers; b) stationary gas engines; c) container mounting hardware; d) electronic fuel management; e) refuelling receptacles. NOTE 1 It is recognized that miscellaneous components not specifically addressed herein can be examined for compliance with the criteria of any applicable part of ISO 20766, including testing to the appropriate functional tests. NOTE 2 All references to pressure in this document are considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. NOTE 3 This document applies to devices which have a service pressure in the range of 110 kPa (Butane rich at 20 °C) and 840 kPa (Propane at 20 °C), hereinafter referred to in this document. Other service pressures can be accommodated by adjusting the pressure by the appropriate factor (ratio).
Véhicules routiers — Équipements pour véhicules utilisant le gaz de pétrole liquéfié (GPL) comme combustible — Partie 12: clapet anti-retour
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 10-Dec-2019
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 22/SC 41 - Specific aspects for gaseous fuels
- Current Stage
- 9093 - International Standard confirmed
- Start Date
- 07-Mar-2025
- Completion Date
- 13-Dec-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 06-Jun-2022
Overview
ISO 20766-12:2019 specifies requirements for the non‑return valve used in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fuel systems for road vehicles. It covers general design principles, marking and instruction requirements, and defined test procedures to verify safety and functional performance. The standard applies to mono‑fuel, bi‑fuel and dual‑fuel vehicles as defined in ISO 3833 and for gaseous fuels per ISO 9162. It is focused on vehicle components (not fuel containers, stationary engines, refuelling receptacles, electronic fuel management, or container mounting hardware).
Keywords: ISO 20766-12:2019, non-return valve, LPG fuel systems, liquefied petroleum gas, road vehicles
Key Topics
Scope & applicability
- Intended for non‑return valves in vehicle LPG systems; pressures are gauge pressures.
- Service pressure range covered: about 110 kPa (butane‑rich @20 °C) to 840 kPa (propane @20 °C); other pressures accommodated by proportional adjustment.
Marking & identification
- Required markings to enable traceability: manufacturer/agent name or logo, model/part number, working pressure (or pressure/temperature range).
- Recommended markings include flow direction, flow capacity, fuel type, electrical ratings (if applicable), certification symbol, approval number and serial/date code.
Construction & assembly
- Components must comply with ISO 20766‑1 (general requirements) and ISO 20766‑2 (performance/test methods).
Test requirements
- Hydrostatic strength: tested at 2.25 × working pressure.
- Leakage: verified at multiple temperatures and at pressures expressed as factors of the working pressure (including very low leak checks and higher pressure checks).
- Continued operation: endurance of 50,000 cycles plus 24 hours of chatter flow under specified conditions; subsequent re‑testing for leakage and hydrostatic strength is required.
- Additional applicable tests (where relevant) include corrosion, vibration, material compatibility, ageing and flow capacity per ISO 20766‑2.
Applications
- Manufacturers and designers of LPG non‑return valves use the standard to guide safe product design and labelling.
- OEM vehicle integrators and system suppliers rely on it for component selection, type approval and system safety verification.
- Test laboratories and regulatory bodies apply the specified procedures for conformity assessment, certification and quality control.
- Fleet operators and installers use the standard’s marking and documentation requirements for maintenance traceability.
Related Standards
- ISO 20766‑1 - General requirements and definitions for LPG fuel system components
- ISO 20766‑2 - Performance and general test methods (referenced for test procedures)
- ISO 3833 - Road vehicle types, terms and definitions
- ISO 9162 - Specifications for liquefied petroleum gases
ISO 20766‑12:2019 helps ensure robust, traceable and tested non‑return valves for safer LPG vehicle fuel systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 20766-12:2019 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Road vehicles - Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fuel systems components - Part 12: Non-return valve". This standard covers: This document specifies general information regarding the non-return valve component of liquefied petroleum gas fuel, intended for use on the types of motor vehicles as defined in ISO 3833. It provides general design principles and specifies requirements for instructions and marking. It also specifies test requirements for the non-return valve. This document is applicable to vehicles (mono-fuel, bi-fuel or dual-fuel applications) using gaseous fuels in accordance with ISO 9162. It is not applicable to the following: a) fuel containers; b) stationary gas engines; c) container mounting hardware; d) electronic fuel management; e) refuelling receptacles. NOTE 1 It is recognized that miscellaneous components not specifically addressed herein can be examined for compliance with the criteria of any applicable part of ISO 20766, including testing to the appropriate functional tests. NOTE 2 All references to pressure in this document are considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. NOTE 3 This document applies to devices which have a service pressure in the range of 110 kPa (Butane rich at 20 °C) and 840 kPa (Propane at 20 °C), hereinafter referred to in this document. Other service pressures can be accommodated by adjusting the pressure by the appropriate factor (ratio).
This document specifies general information regarding the non-return valve component of liquefied petroleum gas fuel, intended for use on the types of motor vehicles as defined in ISO 3833. It provides general design principles and specifies requirements for instructions and marking. It also specifies test requirements for the non-return valve. This document is applicable to vehicles (mono-fuel, bi-fuel or dual-fuel applications) using gaseous fuels in accordance with ISO 9162. It is not applicable to the following: a) fuel containers; b) stationary gas engines; c) container mounting hardware; d) electronic fuel management; e) refuelling receptacles. NOTE 1 It is recognized that miscellaneous components not specifically addressed herein can be examined for compliance with the criteria of any applicable part of ISO 20766, including testing to the appropriate functional tests. NOTE 2 All references to pressure in this document are considered gauge pressures unless otherwise specified. NOTE 3 This document applies to devices which have a service pressure in the range of 110 kPa (Butane rich at 20 °C) and 840 kPa (Propane at 20 °C), hereinafter referred to in this document. Other service pressures can be accommodated by adjusting the pressure by the appropriate factor (ratio).
ISO 20766-12:2019 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 43.060.40 - Fuel systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 20766-12:2019 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 4766:2024. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 20766-12
First edition
2019-12
Road vehicles — Liquefied petroleum
gas (LPG) fuel systems components —
Part 12:
Non-return valve
Véhicules routiers — Équipements pour véhicules utilisant le gaz de
pétrole liquéfié (GPL) comme combustible —
Partie 12: clapet anti-retour
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Markings . 2
5 Construction and assembly . 2
6 Tests . 2
6.1 Applicability . 2
6.2 Hydrostatic strength . 3
6.3 Leakage . 3
6.4 Continued operation . 3
Bibliography . 5
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 20766-12:2019(E)
Road vehicles — Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fuel
systems components —
Part 12:
Non-return valve
1 Scope
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