EN 16129:2026
(Main)Pressure regulators, automatic change-over devices, having a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, associated safety devices and adaptors for butane, propane, and their mixtures
- Abstract
This document specifies the design and operational characteristics, the safety requirements, test methods and the marking of regulators and automatic change-over devices having a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, for use with butane, propane and their mixtures in the vapour phase.
The maximum supply pressures for devices covered by this document are 7,5 bar for butane and 16 bar for propane and LPG.
This document also applies to the safety devices which are included within regulating devices covered by this document.
This document also includes requirements for:
— adaptors for connecting to self-closing valves;
— integral or auxiliary safety devices.
This document covers devices used in locations where the temperature likely to be reached during use is between −20 °C and +50 °C
Additional requirements for devices to be used at temperatures down to −30 °C and/or up to +80 °C are defined in Annex C.
This document gives special requirements for:
— devices intended to be used in caravans and motor caravans (Annex D);
— devices intended to be used in boats (Annex M);
— specific connections which are not defined in other standards (e.g. EN 15202:2019 for cylinder valve connections).
Annex O describes the situation of regulating devices and adaptors regarding the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED).
NOTE 2 Boats considered in this document are recreational crafts covered by European Directive 2013/53/EU.
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 22-Dec-2026
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 181 - Dedicated liquified petroleum gas appliances
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 181/WG 3 - Small non-domestic space heaters
- Current Stage
- 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 05-Nov-2026
- Due Date
- 16-Feb-2026
- Completion Date
- 05-Nov-2026
EN 16129:2026 is a CEN European Standard for pressure regulators, automatic change-over devices, associated safety devices and adaptors for butane, propane and their mixtures in the vapour phase. It sets design, safety, test and marking requirements for devices with a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar and a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, for manufacturers, test laboratories, installers and buyers of LPG equipment.
What does EN 16129:2026 specify?
EN 16129:2026 specifies the design and operational characteristics, safety requirements, test methods and marking for the devices in its scope. It covers use at temperatures likely to be reached between -20 °C and +50 °C, and it adds special requirements for colder or hotter service in Annex C.
The standard also applies to safety devices incorporated into regulating devices, adaptors for connecting to self-closing valves, and integral or auxiliary safety devices. It gives special rules for caravans and motor caravans, boats, and certain specific connections that are not defined in other standards.
The document is organized into eight main clauses, followed by normative and informative annexes.
| Annex | What it covers |
|---|---|
| A | Pressure or flow rate operated safety functions, including PRV, OPSO, UPSO, EFV, outlet pressure limiters, two-stage limiting devices, additional diaphragm, and in-line monitor arrangements |
| B | Thermal shut off systems |
| C | Extreme temperature conditions down to -30 °C and/or up to +80 °C |
| D | Devices for gas cylinders supplying appliances in caravans and motor caravans |
| E | Complementary test requirements for non-metallic thermoplastic or thermal setting materials |
| F | Requirements for elastomeric reinforced diaphragms |
| G | Inlet connections |
| H | Outlet connections |
| I | Test method for resistance to corrosion |
| J | Method for measuring leaks |
| K | Low pressure fixed regulators with two or three outlets for outdoor use |
| L | Regulators fitted with an inlet valve |
| M | Devices for gas cylinders supplying appliances in boats |
| N | Alternative possible seal |
| O | Flow chart for the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) situation |
| P | Inlet and outlet connections used in the various countries |
| ZA | Relationship with Regulation (EU) 2016/426 for regulating devices |
| ZB | Relationship with Directive 2014/68/EU |
What are the key requirements of EN 16129:2026?
EN 16129:2026 sets out how these devices are built, how they perform, how they are tested and how they are identified. In practice, the document is not just about pressure regulation - it also covers safety functions, connection integrity, corrosion resistance, endurance and user information.
1) The device has to be designed for the intended gas, pressure and temperature range
Clause 5.1 requires the device to be designed, manufactured, assembled and tested so that safety and performance are maintained under the intended installation and service conditions. That means the design has to take account of supply pressure, regulated pressure and operating temperature, not just the nominal rating.
The same clause also requires safety devices and thermal shut off systems, when fitted, to comply with their own annex requirements. For a buyer or engineer, this means the complete assembly has to be checked as a system, not as separate parts chosen independently.
2) Materials and construction are controlled to avoid failure in service
Clause 5.2 groups the material requirements for the body, internal parts, zinc alloys, brass, steel, cast iron and elastomeric parts. Annex E adds extra requirements for non-metallic thermoplastic or thermal setting materials, and Annex F adds requirements for elastomeric reinforced diaphragms.
In practice, the standard aims to prevent cracking, loss of strength, ageing and chemical attack in parts that carry pressure or support safety functions. For specifiers, this matters because the material choice can determine whether the device is acceptable for the intended use and test regime.
3) Connections and seals must be secure, compatible and not interchangeable by mistake
Clause 5.3.4 covers connection subassemblies and points to the inlet and outlet connection families in Annexes G and H. The standard allows specified threaded and non-threaded connections, and Annex P shows which connections are used in different countries.
The connection rules matter because the device has to be sound under assembly conditions and must not be easily confused with an incompatible connection. Where seals are used, they must be mounted so they stay in place and can be replaced without special tools, and Annex N gives an alternative seal design for defined connections.
4) Safety functions are defined as separate technical families
Annex A groups the main safety functions used with these devices, including over-pressure relief, over-pressure shut off, under-pressure shut off, excess flow, outlet pressure limiting, two-stage limiting, additional diaphragm and in-line monitor arrangements. Annex B covers thermal shut off systems.
This is important because safety functions are not treated as generic add-ons. The standard gives separate design, performance, test, marking and instruction requirements for each one, so a manufacturer has to select the annex that matches the exact safety function used.
5) The standard sets the performance envelope, not just the design
Clause 6 requires the operating curves of regulating devices to remain within the permitted operating limits under the test conditions in Clause 7. For automatic change-over devices, this applies in both service and reserve positions and for both inlet connections.
Clause 6 also covers the limits for fixed, adjustable and variable regulators, and it requires adaptors to keep pressure loss low at the guaranteed flow rate. In practical terms, this is the part of the standard that shows whether the device performs stably enough for real installation conditions.
6) Testing covers pressure, endurance, corrosion, humidity and leak soundness
Clause 7 sets out verification of design characteristics and performance characteristics. It includes resistance to impact, resistance to pressure, mechanical strength of connections, valve pad retention, soundness, mechanical endurance, humidity change resistance and corrosion resistance.
Annex I gives the corrosion test method, and Annex J gives an informative leak measurement method. For a laboratory, this means the document gives both the test sequence and the way the results are judged.
7) Marking, packaging and instructions are part of the technical requirement
Clause 8 requires marking on the device, durability of the marking, protective packaging and installation, use and maintenance instructions. Additional marking and instruction requirements are given in annexes for safety functions, extreme temperatures, caravans, motor caravans and boats.
This matters because the user has to know the gas type, pressure setting, use limits and connection details before installation. The instructions also include warnings for outdoor use, installation orientation, replacement practice and other service conditions that affect safe use.
What terms does EN 16129:2026 define?
- Regulator - a regulating device that keeps the regulated pressure within preset limits over a defined range of upstream pressure, flow rate and temperature.
- Automatic change-over device - a regulating device that keeps gas supply continuity by switching to a reserve cylinder or cylinders when the service supply pressure falls below a defined value.
- Regulating device - the umbrella term used in this standard for a regulator, an automatic change-over device, or a combination of both.
- Adaptor - a device that connects another part of the gas installation directly to a self-closing cylinder valve and does not perform pressure regulation.
- Fixed regulating device - a regulating device whose regulated pressure is set by construction.
- Adjustable regulating device - a device whose regulated pressure can be changed only during commissioning or maintenance, after which it is fixed.
- Variable regulating device - a device whose regulated pressure can be changed during use by simple manipulation between two fixed limits.
- Guaranteed flow rate - the mass flow rate that can be obtained regardless of supply pressure, expressed in g/h or kg/h.
- DN - nominal diameter, the numerical reference used for components of the same pipework size.
- Lock up pressure - the maximum pressure obtained at no flow for all values of supply pressure.
Who uses EN 16129:2026?
EN 16129:2026 is used by manufacturers of LPG pressure regulators, automatic change-over devices, adaptors and built-in safety devices. It is also used by test laboratories and certification bodies that need a common basis for type testing, endurance testing, leak checking and corrosion testing.
Installers and system designers use it for gas cylinder installations in normal LPG applications, caravans and motor caravans, and boats. Buyers and quality managers use it to compare products, check declared ratings, and make sure the device matches the intended gas, connection type and installation environment.
What changed in EN 16129:2026 from the previous edition?
The foreword says that this edition supersedes EN 16129:2013. It also states that the update includes harmonization with the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU, with Annex O describing the PED situation, and wording changes to the quick coupling connection requirements in 5.3.4.3.
Which standards are used with EN 16129:2026?
- EN 437:2021 - provides test gases, test pressures and appliance categories used to define several regulated pressures and operating conditions.
- EN 549:2019+A2:2024 - gives material requirements for rubber seals and diaphragms, and is used for elastomeric parts and some seal designs.
- EN 15202:2019 - defines essential operational dimensions for LPG cylinder valve outlet and associated equipment connections.
- EN 10226-1:2004 and EN 10226-2:2005 - define pipe thread dimensions and tolerances for threaded pressure-tight joints.
- EN ISO 8434-1 - supports compression fittings used as connection types.
- EN 561:2002 - covers quick-action coupling with shut-off valves and is referenced for some quick coupling parts.
- EN 60695-11-10:2013 - supports fire hazard testing for materials used in the device.
- EN ISO 75 series, EN ISO 178, EN ISO 180, EN ISO 527 series - provide plastic test methods used in material evaluation in Annex E.
- EN 1563:2018, EN 1652:1997, EN 1774:1997, EN 12164:2024, EN 12165:2024, EN 12420:2024, EN 12844:1998 - support the material specifications for cast iron, copper alloys and zinc alloys.
- EN 751-1:1996, EN 751-2:1996, EN 751-3:2022+A1:2023 - cover sealing materials for metallic threaded joints.
- EN 624:2011 - is used for the caravan, motor caravan and boat annexes where vibration resistance is checked against that standard.
- EN ISO 9227:2022 - supports the salt spray corrosion testing approach used in Annex I.
What does the EN 16129:2026 document contain?
EN 16129:2026 contains a full clause structure from scope and references through terms, device types, design, performance, testing and marking. It also contains detailed annexes for specific safety functions, special environments, special installation cases and alternative connection or seal designs.
The document includes figures of single-stage, two-stage and three-stage installations, plus diagrams of test benches for leak measurement, corrosion testing, thermal shut off and other checks. It also includes detailed tables and drawings for inlet and outlet connections, operating characteristics, country-specific connection use, and the PED relationship.
For testing and certification work, the document provides methods for checking pressure resistance, mechanical strength, endurance, soundness, humidity resistance, corrosion resistance and performance curves. For product design, it provides connection definitions, seal options, marking rules and instructions that have to accompany the device.
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EN 16129:2026 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Pressure regulators, automatic change-over devices, having a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, associated safety devices and adaptors for butane, propane, and their mixtures". This standard covers: This document specifies the design and operational characteristics, the safety requirements, test methods and the marking of regulators and automatic change-over devices having a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, for use with butane, propane and their mixtures in the vapour phase. The maximum supply pressures for devices covered by this document are 7,5 bar for butane and 16 bar for propane and LPG. This document also applies to the safety devices which are included within regulating devices covered by this document. This document also includes requirements for: — adaptors for connecting to self-closing valves; — integral or auxiliary safety devices. This document covers devices used in locations where the temperature likely to be reached during use is between −20 °C and +50 °C Additional requirements for devices to be used at temperatures down to −30 °C and/or up to +80 °C are defined in Annex C. This document gives special requirements for: — devices intended to be used in caravans and motor caravans (Annex D); — devices intended to be used in boats (Annex M); — specific connections which are not defined in other standards (e.g. EN 15202:2019 for cylinder valve connections). Annex O describes the situation of regulating devices and adaptors regarding the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED). NOTE 2 Boats considered in this document are recreational crafts covered by European Directive 2013/53/EU.
This document specifies the design and operational characteristics, the safety requirements, test methods and the marking of regulators and automatic change-over devices having a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, for use with butane, propane and their mixtures in the vapour phase. The maximum supply pressures for devices covered by this document are 7,5 bar for butane and 16 bar for propane and LPG. This document also applies to the safety devices which are included within regulating devices covered by this document. This document also includes requirements for: — adaptors for connecting to self-closing valves; — integral or auxiliary safety devices. This document covers devices used in locations where the temperature likely to be reached during use is between −20 °C and +50 °C Additional requirements for devices to be used at temperatures down to −30 °C and/or up to +80 °C are defined in Annex C. This document gives special requirements for: — devices intended to be used in caravans and motor caravans (Annex D); — devices intended to be used in boats (Annex M); — specific connections which are not defined in other standards (e.g. EN 15202:2019 for cylinder valve connections). Annex O describes the situation of regulating devices and adaptors regarding the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED). NOTE 2 Boats considered in this document are recreational crafts covered by European Directive 2013/53/EU.
EN 16129:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 23.060.40 - Pressure regulators. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 16129:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 16129:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 16129:2026 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/68/EU, 2016/426; Standardization Mandates: M/071, M/595, M/601. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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01-april-2025
Regulatorji tlaka, avtomatski preklopni ventili z največjim nastavljivim tlakom do
vključno 4 bar, s pretokom do vključno 150 kg/h in s pripadajočimi varnostnimi
napravami ter priključki za butan, propan in njune zmesi
Pressure regulators, automatic change-over devices, having a maximum regulated
pressure of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, associated safety devices and
adaptors for butane, propane, and their mixtures
Druckregelgeräte, automatische Umschaltanlagen mit einem höchstem Ausgangsdruck
bis einschließlich 4 bar und einem maximalen Durchfluss von 150 kg/h sowie die
dazugehörigen Sicherheitseinrichtungen und Übergangsstücke für Butan, Propan und
deren Gemische
Détendeurs, inverseurs automatiques, ayant une pression maximum de détente de 4
bar, avec une capacité maximale de 150 kg/h, dispositifs de sécurité associés et
adaptateurs pour butane, propane et leurs mélanges
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 16129
ICS:
23.060.40 Tlačni regulatorji Pressure regulators
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
oSIST prEN 16129:2025
oSIST prEN 16129:2025
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
prEN 16129
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
April 2025
ICS 23.060.40 Will supersede EN 16129:2013
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Pressure regulators, automatic change-over devices,
having a maximum regulated pressure of 4 bar, with a
maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, associated safety devices
and adaptors for butane, propane, and their mixtures
Détendeurs, inverseurs automatiques, ayant une Druckregelgeräte, automatische Umschaltanlagen mit
pression maximum de détente de 4 bar, avec une einem höchstem Ausgangsdruck bis einschließlich 4
capacité maximale de 150 kg/h, dispositifs de sécurité bar und einem maximalen Durchfluss von 150 kg/h
associés et adaptateurs pour butane, propane et leurs sowie die dazugehörigen Sicherheitseinrichtungen und
mélanges Übergangsstücke für Butan, Propan und deren
Gemische
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Contents Page
European foreword . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms and definitions . 10
3.1 General terms and definitions . 10
3.2 Terms and definitions concerning gas and air for tests . 14
3.3 Terms and definitions concerning pressures . 15
3.4 Terms and definitions concerning flow rates . 16
4 Types of regulating devices . 16
4.1 Types of pressure regulating installations . 16
4.2 Regulating device with a nominal regulated pressure specified by EN 437:2021 . 17
4.3 Regulating device with a nominal regulated pressure not specified by EN 437:2021 . 17
5 Design characteristics . 17
5.1 General . 17
5.2 Materials . 19
5.2.1 General . 19
5.2.2 Body . 19
5.2.3 Internal parts . 19
5.2.4 Zinc alloys . 19
5.2.5 Brass . 19
5.2.6 Steel and cast iron . 20
5.2.7 Elastomeric parts . 20
5.3 Special requirements . 20
5.3.1 Pressure sensing subassembly for regulating devices only . 20
5.3.2 Regulation subassembly for regulating devices only . 20
5.3.3 Back pressure subassembly for regulating devices only . 21
5.3.4 Connection subassembly . 21
5.3.5 Change-over devices . 23
5.3.6 Regulators fitted with an inlet valve . 24
5.3.7 Special requirement for regulators designed to be incorporated into an appliance or
to be assembled to constitute an appliance . 24
5.4 Mechanical strength . 24
5.4.1 Resistance to impact . 24
5.4.2 Resistance to pressure . 24
5.4.3 Mechanical strength of connections . 25
5.5 Soundness . 28
5.6 Mechanical endurance . 28
5.6.1 Regulators . 28
5.6.2 Automatic change-over devices . 28
5.6.3 Devices fitted with a manual closing mechanism . 28
5.6.4 Device with a quick coupling connection . 29
5.6.5 Device with freely rotating outlet connection . 29
5.7 Resistance to humidity changes . 29
5.8 Resistance to corrosion . 29
6 Performance characteristics . 29
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6.1 General . 29
6.2 Regulators . 30
6.2.1 Supply and regulated pressures for regulators to be used on installations where the
final pressure is to EN 437:2021 . 30
6.2.2 Supply and regulated pressures for fixed or adjustable regulators to be used on
installations where the final pressure is not to EN 437:2021 . 34
6.2.3 Variable regulators . 35
6.3 Automatic change-over devices . 36
6.3.1 Supply and regulated pressures for automatic change-over devices to be used on
installations where the final pressure is to EN 437:2021 . 36
6.3.2 Supply and regulated pressures for fixed or adjustable automatic change-over
devices to be used on installations where the final pressure is not to EN 437:2021 . 37
6.3.3 Automatic change-over device with integral variable regulator . 38
6.3.4 Change-over pressure . 38
6.4 Adaptors . 38
7 Test methods . 38
7.1 General conditions . 38
7.1.1 Type of test gas . 38
7.1.2 Test conditions . 39
7.1.3 Equivalence formulas . 39
7.1.4 Test samples . 39
7.1.5 Tolerances of measurements . 40
7.2 Verification of design characteristics . 41
7.2.1 Resistance to impact . 41
7.2.2 Resistance to pressure . 41
7.2.3 Mechanical strength of connections . 42
7.2.4 Valve pad retention . 47
7.2.5 Soundness . 47
7.2.6 Mechanical endurance . 48
7.2.7 Resistance to humidity changes . 50
7.2.8 Resistance to corrosion . 50
7.3 Verification of performance characteristics . 51
7.3.1 General . 51
7.3.2 Plotting of the performance curves for regulating devices . 53
7.3.3 Performances of adaptors . 54
7.3.4 Verification of first stage pressure for G.56 connection regulating devices . 55
7.3.5 Soundness of the non-return valve . 55
7.4 Proof test . 55
8 Marking, packaging, instructions . 55
8.1 General . 55
8.2 Marking of the device . 56
8.2.1 Marking . 56
8.2.2 Durability of the marking . 57
8.3 Packaging . 57
8.4 Instructions for installation, use and maintenance . 57
8.4.1 General . 57
8.4.2 Special requirement for regulators designed to be incorporated into an appliance or
to be assembled to constitute an appliance . 58
Annex A (normative) Special requirements for devices fitted with pressure or flow rate
operated safety functions . 59
A.1 Regulating devices fitted with an over-pressure relief valve of a limited flow rate
(PRV) . 59
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A.2 Regulating devices fitted with an over-pressure shut off safety device (OPSO) . 61
A.3 Regulating devices fitted with an under-pressure shut off safety device (UPSO) . 63
A.4 Regulating devices fitted with an excess flow valve (EFV) . 64
A.5 Regulating devices fitted with a regulated outlet pressure limiter . 68
A.6 Two stage pressure limiting regulating device . 70
A.7 Additional diaphragm . 71
A.8 Regulating devices with in-line monitor . 72
Annex B (normative) Special requirements for devices fitted with a thermal shut off system . 73
B.1 Thermal shut off valve . 73
B.2 Thermal spindle on devices for self-closing valve connection . 74
Annex C (normative) Special requirements for devices under extreme temperature
conditions (temperatures down to –30 °C and/or up to +80 °C) . 76
C.1 Scope . 76
C.2 Requirements . 76
C.3 Conditioning . 76
C.4 Marking . 76
C.5 Instructions . 77
Annex D (normative) Regulating devices for gas cylinders to supply appliances installed in
caravans and motor caravans . 78
D.1 Scope . 78
D.2 Mounting and connections . 78
D.3 Pressures and flow rate . 82
D.4 Pressure safety functions . 82
D.5 Automatic change-over system (“kit”) . 82
D.6 Resistance to vibration . 83
D.7 Marking . 83
D.8 Instructions for installation, use and maintenance . 83
Annex E (normative) Complementary test requirements for non-metallic thermoplastic or
thermal setting materials used in the construction of devices . 84
E.1 Scope . 84
E.2 Materials . 84
E.3 Special requirements and tests . 85
E.4 Special conditions for carrying out the tests mentioned in the body of the standard . 87
E.5 Sampling and order of tests . 87
Annex F (normative) Requirements for elastomeric reinforced diaphragms . 88
F.1 Requirements . 88
F.2 Test according to EN 549:2019+A2:2024 . 88
F.3 Additional test . 88
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Annex G (normative) Inlet connections . 89
Annex H (normative) Outlet connections . 102
Annex I (normative) Test method for resistance to corrosion . 119
I.1 Principle . 119
I.2 Reagents . 119
I.3 Apparatus . 120
I.4 Test method . 121
Annex J (informative) Method for measuring leaks . 125
J.1 Scope . 125
J.2 Diagram of the test bench . 125
J.3 Coefficient K . 125
J.4 Measurement of the leak. 126
J.5 Checks . 126
Annex K (normative) Special requirements for low pressure fixed regulators fitted with
two or three outlets for outdoor use . 127
K.1 Scope . 127
K.2 Design characteristics . 127
K.3 Performance characteristics . 127
K.4 Test methods . 127
K.5 Marking . 129
K.6 Instructions for installation, use and maintenance . 129
Annex L (normative) Special requirements for regulators fitted with an inlet valve . 130
L.1 Scope . 130
L.2 General . 130
L.3 Design characteristics . 130
L.4 Performance characteristics: mechanical strength . 130
L.5 Test methods . 130
Annex M (normative) Devices for gas cylinders to supply appliances installed in boats . 131
M.1 Scope . 131
M.2 Mounting and connections . 131
M.3 Pressure and flow rate . 131
M.4 Pressure safety functions . 131
M.5 Vent . 132
M.6 Automatic change-over system (“kit”) . 132
M.7 Materials . 132
M.8 Corrosion . 132
M.9 Resistance to vibration . 133
M.10 Marking . 133
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M.11 Instructions for installation, use and maintenance . 133
Annex N (normative) Alternative possible seal. 134
N.1 Scope . 134
N.2 Dimensions . 134
N.3 Materials . 134
N.4 Markings . 134
Annex O (informative) Flow chart describing situation of regulating devices and adaptors
regarding to PED. 136
Annex P (Informative) Inlet and outlet connections used in the various countries . 138
P.1 Inlet connections . 138
P.2 Outlet connections . 142
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Regulation (EU) 2016/426 aimed to be covered (for regulating
devices only) . 145
Annex ZB (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2014/68/EU aimed to be covered. 147
Bibliography . 148
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European foreword
This document (prEN 16129:2025) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 181 “Appliances
and leisure vehicle installations using liquefied petroleum gas and appliances using natural gas for
outdoor use”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document will supersede EN 16129:2013.
This document has been prepared under a standardization request addressed to CEN by the European
Commission. The Standing Committee of the EFTA States subsequently approves these requests for its
Member States.
For the relationship with EU Legislation, see informative Annex ZA or Annex ZB, which is an integral part
of this document.
The main changes compared with EN 16129:2013 are as follows:
— harmonization with pressure equipment directive 2014/68/EU. Annex O describes the situation of
regulating devices and adaptors regarding to PED;
— modification of the wording of both paragraphs 5.3.4.3 (Devices with a quick coupling connection)
and 5.3.4.4 (Devices for fitting to a self-closing valve by means of a thread) in order to distinguish
quick coupling connections from devices for fitting to a self closing valve;
— reconsideration of the G.56 connection specifications with the possibility to both connect and
disconnect in “on” position;
— additional tests regarding to marking durability;
— editorial changes (Definition Butane / Propane / LPG, Performance (FR vs UK versions), marking and
instructions);
— harmonization of pressure definitions and symbols with those given in EN 334:2019+A1:2024;
— dynamic resistance corrosion test;
— lock-up pressure test;
— Annex C;
— Annex M;
— rewording of the Annex ZA according to the Gas Appliance Regulation (EU) 2016/426;
— Annex ZB according to the pressure equipment directive 2014/68/EU.
NOTE Gas pressure regulators according to this document do not have their own source of ignition and
therefore are not within the scope of European Directive 2014/34/EU. Any additional components (e.g. proximity
switch, travel transducer etc.) are expected to be independently considered in the framework of assemblies as per
ATEX Guideline “Guideline on the application of Council directive 94/9/EC of 23rd March 1994 edition June 2009”,
Clauses 3.7.3 and 3.7.4.
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1 Scope
This document specifies the design and operational characteristics, the safety requirements, test methods
and the marking of regulators and automatic change-over devices having a maximum regulated pressure
of 4 bar, with a maximum capacity of 150 kg/h, for use with butane, propane and their mixtures in the
vapour phase.
The maximum supply pressures for devices covered by this standard are 7,5 bar for butane and 16 bar
for propane and LPG.
This document also applies to the safety devices which are included within regulating devices covered by
this document.
This document also includes requirements for:
— adaptors for connecting to self-closing valves;
— integral or auxiliary safety devices.
This document covers devices used in locations where the temperature likely to be reached during use is
between −20 °C and +50 °C
Additional requirements for devices to be used at temperatures down to −30 °C and/or up to +80 °C are
defined in Annex C.
This document gives special requirements for:
— devices intended to be used in caravans and motor caravans (Annex D);
— devices intended to be used in boats (Annex M);
— specific connections which are not defined in other standards (e.g. EN 15202:2019 for cylinder valve
connections).
NOTE Boats considered in this document are recreational crafts covered by European Directive 2013/53/EU.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 437:2021, Test gases — Test pressures — Appliance categories
EN 549:2019+A2:2024, Rubber materials for seals and diaphragms for gas appliances and gas equipment
EN 624:2011, Specification for dedicated LPG appliances Room sealed LPG space heating equipment for
installation in vehicles and boats
EN 751-1:1996, Sealing materials for metallic threaded joints in contact with 1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases
and hot water — Part 1: Anaerobic jointing compounds
EN 751-2:1996, Sealing materials for metallic threaded joints in contact with 1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases
and hot water — Part 2: Non-hardening jointing compounds
EN 751-3:2022+A1:2023, Sealing materials for metallic threaded joints in contact with 1st, 2nd and 3rd
family gases and hot water — Part 3: Unsintered PTFE tapes and PTFE strings
EN 1563:2018, Founding — Spheroidal graphite cast irons
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EN 1652:1997, Copper and copper alloys — Plate, sheet, strip and circles for general purposes
EN 1774:1997, Zinc and zinc alloys — Alloys for foundry purposes — Ingot and liquid
EN 10226-1:2004, Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads — Part 1: Taper
external threads and parallel internal threads — Dimensions, tolerances and designation
EN 10226-2:2005, Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads — Part 2: Taper
external threads and taper internal threads — Dimensions, tolerances and designation
EN 12164:2024, Copper and copper alloys — Rod for free machining purposes
EN 12165:2024, Copper and copper alloys — Wrought and unwrought forging stock
EN 12420:2024, Copper and copper alloys — Forgings
EN 12844:1998, Zinc and zinc alloys — Castings — Specifications
EN 15202:2019, LPG equipment and accessories — Essential operational dimensions for LPG cylinder valve
outlet and associated equipment connections
EN 60695-11-10:2013, Fire hazard testing — Part 11-10: Test flames — 50 W horizontal and vertical
flame test methods
EN ISO 75-1:2020, Plastics — Determination of temperature of deflection under load — Part 1: General test
method (ISO 75-1:2020)
EN ISO 75-2:2013, Plastics — Determination of temperature of deflection under load — Part 2: Plastics and
ebonite (ISO 75-2:2013)
EN ISO 75-3:2004, Plastics — Determination of temperature of deflection under load — Part 3: High-
strength thermosetting laminates (ISO 75-3:2004)
EN ISO 178:2019, Plastics — Determination of flexural properties (ISO 178:2019)
EN ISO 180:2023, Plastics — Determination of Izod impact strength (ISO 180:2023)
EN ISO 527-1:2019, Plastics — Determination of tensile properties — Part 1: General principles
(ISO 527-1:2019)
EN ISO 527-2:2012, Plastics — Determination of tensile properties — Part 2: Test conditions for moulding
and extrusion plastics (ISO 527-2:2012)
EN ISO 527-3:2018, Plastics — Determination of tensile properties — Part 3: Test conditions for films and
sheets (ISO 527-3:2018)
EN ISO 527-4:2023, Plastics — Determination of tensile properties — Part 4: Test conditions for isotropic
and orthotropic fibre-reinforced plastic composites (ISO 527-4:2023)
As impacted by EN 1652:1997/AC:2003.
As impacted by EN 60695-11-10:2013/AC:2014.
As impacted by EN ISO 75-3:2004/AC:2006.
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EN ISO 527-5:2021, Plastics — Determination of tensile properties — Part 5: Test conditions for
unidirectional fibre-reinforced plastic composites (ISO 527-5:2021)
EN ISO 4628-3:2024, Paints and varnishes — Evaluation of quantity and size of defects, and of intensity of
uniform changes in appearance — Part 3: Assessment of degree of rusting (ISO 4628-3:2024)
EN ISO 4892-3:2024, Plastics — Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources — Part 3: Fluorescent UV
lamps (ISO 4892-3:2024)
ISO 565:1990, Test sieves — Metal wire cloth, perforated metal plate and electroformed sheet — Nominal
sizes of openings
ISO 7005-1:2011, Pipe flanges — Part 1: Steel flanges for industrial and general service piping systems
ISO 7005-2:1988, Metallic flanges — Part 2: Cast iron flanges
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1 General terms and definitions
3.1.1
regulator
regulating device which maintains a regulated pressure within pre-set limits, for a defined range of
upstream pressure, flow rate and temperature
Note 1 to entry: Figure 1 gives the terminology used in this document. The design shown is only an example.
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Key
1 pressure sensing subassembly (diaphragm and plate)
2 regulation subassembly (seat and valve pad)
3 back pressure subassembly (cover, vent, spring and spring adjustment)
4 mechanical linkage subassembly (levers, linkages)
5 connection subassembly (inlet and outlet connections)
6 body
7 integral filter (if applicable)
Figure 1 — Principal parts of a regulator
3.1.2
automatic change-over device
regulating device which maintains the gas supply continuity by automatically using gas from a “reserve”
cylinder or series of cylinders when the supply pressure from a preselected “service” cylinder or series
of cylinders drops below a defined value
3.1.3
integral two stage automatic change-over device
regulating device combining an automatic change-over device and a regulator
3.1.4
regulating device
regulator or automatic change-over device or combination of both
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monitor
second regulator installed in series with an active regulator, normally upstream, which has the task of
maintaining the controlled variable within allowable limits in the event of its value exceeding
pre-established values
3.1.6
adaptor
device which connects another part of the gas installation (e.g. hose) directly to a self-closing cylinder
valve and can incorporate an “on/off” or other function but not a pressure regulating function
3.1.7
device
regulator, automatic change-over device or adaptor
3.1.8
fixed regulating device
regulating device whose regulated pressure is fixed by construction
3.1.9
adjustable regulating device
regulating device whose regulated pressure can only be modified during commissioning or during
maintenance; it is then fixed
3.1.10
variable regulating device
regulating device whose regulated pressure can be modified during use with simple manipulation
between two fixed limits
3.1.11
automatic change-over device system “kit”
system of several regulators designed and adjusted in such a way as to operate like an automatic
change-over device as in 3.1.2
3.1.12
quick coupling
connection system which allows the fitting of a regulator or adaptor to a cylinder valve without a
threaded connection and without using tools
3.1.13
union connection
threaded connection with a freely rotating nut
Note 1 to entry: A union connection allows the assembly of a device without rotating it.
3.1.14
manual closing mechanism
part of a device used for closing the gas flow which requires an intentional manual action
EXAMPLE A lever or selector
3.1.15
self-closing valve
device fixed on the gas cylinder allowing the automatic shut off of the gas flow, by simple disconnection
of the regulator or adaptor from the cylinder valve
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valve pad
component part of the regulation subassembly which ensures soundness between the part of the
regulator at supply pressure and the part of the regulator at regulated
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