ISO 15500-21:2023
(Main)Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 21: Discharge line closures
Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 21: Discharge line closures
This document specifies tests and requirements for discharge lines closures, a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system component intended for use on the types of motor vehicles defined in ISO 3833. This document is applicable to vehicles (mono-fuel, bi-fuel or dual-fuel applications) using natural gas in accordance with the ISO 15403-1. It is not applicable to the following: a) liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel system components located upstream of, and including, the vaporizer; b) fuel containers; c) stationary gas engines; d) container-mounting hardware; e) electronic fuel management; f) refuelling receptacles.
Véhicules routiers — Composants des systèmes de combustible gaz naturel comprimé (GNC) — Partie 21: Fermeture des lignes de décharge
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 02-Feb-2023
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 22/SC 41 - Specific aspects for gaseous fuels
- Current Stage
- 9092 - International Standard to be revised
- Start Date
- 22-Dec-2024
- Completion Date
- 14-Feb-2026
Overview
ISO 15500-21:2023 is an international standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that specifies tests and requirements for discharge line closures in compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components for road vehicles. Applicable to vehicles utilizing mono-fuel, bi-fuel, or dual-fuel CNG systems as defined in ISO 3833 and aligned with the natural gas quality requirements of ISO 15403-1, this standard ensures that discharge line closures meet rigorous safety, durability, and performance criteria.
Discharge line closures are essential for preventing contamination in relief lines while allowing the safe release of gas to the atmosphere during normal or emergency conditions. This standard is vital for manufacturers, automotive engineers, and regulatory bodies concerned with the safety and reliability of CNG-powered vehicles.
Key Topics
ISO 15500-21:2023 addresses several critical aspects of CNG discharge line closures for road vehicles:
- Scope of Application: Covers only discharge line closures, excluding LNG system components upstream of vaporizers, fuel containers, stationary gas engines, container-mounting hardware, electronic fuel management, and refuelling receptacles.
- Marking Requirements: Mandates clear identification of manufacturer data, model designation, serial numbers, applicable pressures, flow direction, type of fuel, and reference to this ISO standard for traceability.
- Construction and Assembly: Requires compliance with general provisions and test methods outlined in ISO 15500-1 and ISO 15500-2, with additional specifications relating to discharge line closure function.
- Test Methods and Performance Criteria: Specifies tests for hydrostatic strength, leakage, bending moment, corrosion and ageing resistance, vibration, vent tests, and water jet protection, ensuring robust performance in various operational conditions.
- Operational Endurance: Outlines repeat-use testing procedures, including temperature cycling and flow/pressurization endurance, to validate long-term reliability.
- Safety Requirements: Includes tests such as internal leakage vent and protection against high-pressure water jets to guarantee safe venting and resistance to environmental ingress.
Applications
CNG discharge line closures standardized under ISO 15500-21:2023 have practical applications in the design, production, and integration of CNG fuel systems for:
- Automotive Manufacturers: Ensuring the supply and installation of compliant discharge line closures for new CNG vehicles.
- CNG Vehicle Retrofit and Maintenance: Supporting safe conversion of conventional vehicles to CNG and providing clear criteria for maintenance and replacement of discharge line closures.
- Component Suppliers: Guiding the design and testing of discharge line closures intended for international automotive markets.
- Regulatory Bodies and Inspectors: Offering a unified set of requirements to evaluate vehicle safety and compliance with international standards.
- Fleet Operators: Helping in the procurement of vehicles and components that meet globally recognized safety and performance benchmarks for CNG fuel systems.
Implementing this standard enhances vehicle safety, promotes interoperability of CNG system components, and supports the broader adoption of natural gas vehicles by instilling confidence in performance and regulatory compliance.
Related Standards
For full compliance and context within the CNG fuel system component framework, ISO 15500-21:2023 should be used in conjunction with the following related standards:
- ISO 15500-1: Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components - Part 1: General requirements and definitions
- ISO 15500-2: Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components - Part 2: Performance and general test methods
- ISO 3833: Road vehicles - Types - Terms and definitions
- ISO 15403-1: Natural gas - Natural gas for use as a compressed fuel for vehicles - Part 1: Designation of the quality
These interlinked standards help ensure the reliability, compatibility, and safety of CNG fuel system components implemented globally in the automotive sector.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 15500-21:2023 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 21: Discharge line closures". This standard covers: This document specifies tests and requirements for discharge lines closures, a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system component intended for use on the types of motor vehicles defined in ISO 3833. This document is applicable to vehicles (mono-fuel, bi-fuel or dual-fuel applications) using natural gas in accordance with the ISO 15403-1. It is not applicable to the following: a) liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel system components located upstream of, and including, the vaporizer; b) fuel containers; c) stationary gas engines; d) container-mounting hardware; e) electronic fuel management; f) refuelling receptacles.
This document specifies tests and requirements for discharge lines closures, a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system component intended for use on the types of motor vehicles defined in ISO 3833. This document is applicable to vehicles (mono-fuel, bi-fuel or dual-fuel applications) using natural gas in accordance with the ISO 15403-1. It is not applicable to the following: a) liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel system components located upstream of, and including, the vaporizer; b) fuel containers; c) stationary gas engines; d) container-mounting hardware; e) electronic fuel management; f) refuelling receptacles.
ISO 15500-21:2023 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.
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 15500-21
First edition
2023-02
Road vehicles — Compressed natural
gas (CNG) fuel system components —
Part 21:
Discharge line closures
Véhicules routiers — Composants des systèmes de combustible gaz
naturel comprimé (GNC) —
Partie 21: Fermeture des lignes de décharge
Reference number
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Marking . . 2
5 Construction and assembly .2
6 Tests . 2
6.1 Applicability . 2
6.2 Continued operation . 3
6.3 Internal leakage vent test . 3
6.4 Water jet protection . 3
Bibliography . 4
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Introduction
For the purposes of this document, all fuel system components in contact with natural gas have
been considered suitable for natural gas as defined in ISO 15403-1. However, it is recognized that
miscellaneous components not specifically covered herein can be examined to meet the criteria of this
document and tested according to the appropriate functional tests.
All references to pressure in this document are considered to be gauge pressures unless otherwise
specified.
1)
This document is based on a service pressure for natural gas used as fuel of 20 MPa [200 bar ] settled
at 15 °C. Other service pressures can be accommodated by adjusting the pressure by
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