Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling connector - 3,1 MPa connector (ISO 12617:2015, Corrected version 2016-01-15)

ISO 12617:2015 specifies liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling nozzles and receptacles constructed entirely of new and unused parts and materials for road vehicles powered by LNG. An LNG refuelling connector consists of, as applicable, the receptacle and its protective cap (mounted on the vehicle) and the nozzle. This International standard is applicable only to such devices designed for a maximum working pressure of 3,4 MPa (34 bar) to those using LNG as vehicle fuel and having standardized mating components.
NOTE All references to pressures given in megapascals and bar (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm2) are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified.

Straßenfahrzeuge - Betankungsanschluss für Flüssigerdgas (LNG) - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO 12617)

Diese Internationale Norm bestimmt LNG-Füllkupplungen und LNG-Tanknippel, die vollständig aus neuen und zuvor nicht verwendeten Teilen und Werkstoffen hergestellt werden, für Straßenfahrzeuge, die mit Flüssigerdgas (LNG) betrieben werden. Ein LNG-Tankstutzen besteht, soweit anwendbar, aus einem Tanknippel und dessen Schutzkappe (am Fahrzeug montiert) und einer Füllkupplung. Diese Internationale Norm ist nur auf Einrichtungen anwendbar, die für einen maximalen Arbeitsdruck von 3,4 MPa (34 bar) ausgelegt sind, LNG als Treibstoff für Fahrzeuge verwenden und über standardisierte Verbindungskomponenten verfügen.
ANMERKUNG   Alle Verweise auf Drücke in Megapascal und bar (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm2) sind als Überdrücke zu verstehen, sofern nicht anderweitig festgelegt.

Véhicules routiers - Connecteur de remplissage de gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL) - Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015, Version corrigée 2016-01-15)

L'ISO 12617:2015 spécifie des pistolets et des unités de remplissage de gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL) entièrement constitués de pièces et matériaux neufs et non usagés pour les véhicules routiers fonctionnant au GNL. Un connecteur de remplissage de GNL comprend, le cas échéant, l'unité de remplissage et son bouchon de protection (fixés sur le véhicule) et le pistolet. L'ISO 12617:2015 est applicable uniquement aux dispositifs conçus pour une pression de fonctionnement maximale de 3,4 MPa (34 bar) et à ceux utilisant le GNL comme carburant et ayant des composants adjacents standardisés.
NOTE       Sauf indication contraire, toutes les références aux pressions exprimées en mégapascals et en bars (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm2) doivent être considéré comme des pressions manométriques.

Cestna vozila - Priključek za polnjenje z utekočinjenim zemeljskim plinom (LNG) - Priključek 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015, popravljena različica 2016-01-15)

Standard ISO 12617:2015 določa šobe in vtičnice za polnjenje utekočinjenega zemeljskega plina (LNG), ki so v celoti izdelane iz novih in neuporabljenih delov in materialov, za cestna vozila, ki jih poganjajo utekočinjeni zemeljski plini. Priključek za polnjenje utekočinjenega zemeljskega plina je sestavljen iz vtičnice in njenega zaščitnega pokrova (vgrajene v vozilu) ter šobe, kot je primerno. Ta mednarodni standard se uporablja le za naprave, ki so načrtovane za največji delovni tlak 3,4 MPa (34 barov) ter uporabljajo utekočinjeni zemeljski plin kot gorivo vozila in imajo standardizirane stikovne komponente.
OPOMBA: vsa sklicevanja na tlake, podane v megapaskalih in barih (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm2), je treba upoštevati kot tlake merilnika, razen če ni navedeno drugače.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN ISO 12617:2017
01-junij-2017
Cestna vozila - Priključek za polnjenje z utekočinjenim zemeljskim plinom (LNG) -
Priključek 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015, popravljena različica 2016-01-15)
Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling connector - 3,1 MPa connector
(ISO 12617:2015, Corrected version 2016-01-15)
Straßenfahrzeuge - Betankungsanschluss für Flüssigerdgas (LNG) - 3,1 MPa Anschluss
(ISO 12617)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur de remplissage de gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL) -
Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015, Version corrigée 2016-01-15)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 12617:2017
ICS:
43.060.40 Sistemi za gorivo Fuel systems
SIST EN ISO 12617:2017 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EN ISO 12617
EUROPEAN STANDARD

NORME EUROPÉENNE

April 2017
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 43.060.40
English Version

Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector - 3,1 MPa connector (ISO 12617:2015,
Corrected version 2016-01-15)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur de remplissage de gaz Straßenfahrzeuge - Betankungsanschluss für
naturel liquéfié (GNL) - Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO verflüssigtes Erdgas (LNG) - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO
12617:2015, Version corrigée 2016-01-15) 12617:2015, korrigierte Fassung 2016-01-15)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 March 2017.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.





EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2017 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN ISO 12617:2017 E
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EN ISO 12617:2017 (E)
European foreword
The text of ISO 12617:2015 , Corrected version 2016-01-15 has been prepared by Technical Committee
ISO/TC 22 “Road vehicles” of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been
taken over as EN ISO 12617:2017 by Technical Committee CEN/TC 301 “Road vehicles” the secretariat
of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2017, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by October 2017.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 12617:2015, Corrected version 2016-01-15 has been approved by CEN as EN
ISO 12617:2017 without any modification.


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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 12617
First edition
2015-03-15
Corrected version
2016-01-15
Road vehicles — Liquefied natural
gas (LNG) refuelling connector — 3,1
MPa connector
Véhicules routiers — Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel
liquéfié (GNL) — Connecteur à 3,1 MPa
Reference number
ISO 12617:2015(E)
©
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 General construction requirements . 3
4.1 General . 3
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles . 3
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles. 3
4.4 Pressure rating . 4
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure) . 4
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure . 4
4.4.3 Hydrostatic pressure . 4
4.4.4 Working temperature . 4
4.5 Materials . 4
4.5.1 Corrosion protection . 4
4.5.2 LNG nozzle and receptacles . 4
4.5.3 Material of the bodies of the receptacle and of the nozzle . 4
4.6 Hand operation . 4
4.7 Sealing exchange . 4
4.8 Installation . 5
5 Nozzles . 5
5.1 Venting depressurization . 5
5.2 Identification . 5
5.3 Internal check valve . 5
6 Standard receptacle dimensions . 5
6.1 Drawing . 5
7 Receptacle . 6
7.1 Cycle life . 6
7.2 Design . 6
7.3 Protective cap . 6
7.4 Mounting . 7
7.5 Maximum working temperature . 7
8 Instructions . 7
8.1 Clarity . 7
8.2 List of tools . 7
9 Marking . 7
9.1 Clarity . 7
9.2 Manufacturer and International Standard information . 7
9.3 Date of manufacture . 8
9.3.1 First and second digits . 8
9.3.2 Third and fourth digits . 8
9.4 Alternative marking . 8
9.5 Additional marking . 8
10 Tests . 8
10.1 General requirements . 8
10.2 User interface . 9
10.2.1 Positive locking . 9
10.2.2 Safe disconnection . 9
10.2.3 Manual force in warm conditions . 9
10.2.4 Manual force at cold conditions under frost . 9
10.3 Impact resistance of a nozzle. 9
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10.4 Receptacle protective cap .10
10.5 Leakage at room temperature .10
10.5.1 Nozzle .10
10.5.2 Receptacle .10
10.6 Abnormal loads .11
10.6.1 General.11
10.6.2 Test in the unpressurized condition .11
10.6.3 Test in pressurized condition .11
10.7 Durability of the device (Cycle life) .12
10.7.1 Concept of the test of a device .12
10.7.2 Cycle definition .12
10.7.3 Test series .12
10.7.4 Exchange of seal of the nozzle and/or receptacle .12
10.8 Electrical conductivity .12
10.9 Hydrostatic strength .13
10.9.1 Test configurations.13
10.9.2 Test procedure and evaluation .13
10.10 Corrosion resistance .13
10.11 Non-igniting evaluation .13
Bibliography .14
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity
assessment, as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the WTO principles in the Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT), see the following URL: Foreword — Supplementary information.
The committee responsible for this document is ISO/TC 22, Road vehicles, Subcommittee SC 25, Vehicles
using gaseous fuels.
The corrected version of ISO 12617:2015 incorporates the following corrections.
Figure 1 has been corrected and the key to Figure 1 has been updated to reflect the changes.
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Road vehicles — Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector — 3,1 MPa connector
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling nozzles and receptacles
constructed entirely of new and unused parts and materials for road vehicles powered by LNG. An
LNG refuelling connector consists of, as applicable, the receptacle and its protective cap (mounted on
the vehicle) and the nozzle. This International standard is applicable only to such devices designed
for a maximum working pressure of 3,4 MPa (34 bar) to those using LNG as vehicle fuel and having
standardized mating components.
2
NOTE All references to pressures given in megapascals and bar (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm )
are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 14469, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling connector
ISO 15500-2, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 2:
Performance and general test methods
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
check valve
part of the receptacle, or of the nozzle, mounted inside which prevents return flow or venting of fuel
after the nozzle was disconnected from the receptacle
3.2
cycle life
number of refuelling cycles, as specified in this International Standard, which the component can
withstand without leak or without another fail of function
3.3
device
nozzle or receptacle
3.4
dry air
air with moisture content such that the dew point of the air at the required test pressure is at least
11 °C below the ambient test temperature
3.5
hydrostatic pressure
pressure to which a component is taken to verify the structural strength of the component
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3.6
liquefied natural gas (LNG)
cryogenic liquid produced by reducing the temperature of natural gas to about −162 °C at
atmospheric pressure
3.7
LNG refuelling connector
joined assembly of LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and receptacle
Note 1 to entry: Both parts have to have integrated mechanically opened check valves (3.1) which are operated by
each other. The volume between the two check valves shall be reduced to a minimum to minimize the loss of fuel
during the disconnection process.
3.8
LNG refuelling nozzle
device (3.3) which permits quick connection and disconnection of fuel supply hose to the LNG receptacle
in a safe manner
3.9
LNG refuelling receptacle
device (3.3) connected to a vehicle or storage system which receives the LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and
permits safe transfer of fuel
Note 1 to entry: The receptacle consists as minimum from a receptacle body and from a check valve (3.1) mounted
inside the body.
3.10
maximum service pressure
maximum pressure of the fuel delivered by the fuelling station
3.11
nominal flow rate
flow rate through the connector at specified density of LNG and at specified pressure difference
3.12
poppet
movable closing part of the check valve (3.1)
3.13
positive locking means
feature which requires actuation of an interlocking mechanism to allow connection/disconnection of
the nozzle from the receptacle
Note 1 to entry: It shall not be possible, except by actuation of the interlocking mechanism, to disconnect under
unsafe conditions when an uncontrolled release of LNG can happen which causes damage to the user and/or
the environment.
3.14
probe
part of the nozzle which enters inner space of the receptacle
3.15
working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
maximum pressure that an LNG refuelling connector (3.7) can be expected to withstand in actual service
3.16
vapour spillage space
dead volume between the nozzle and the receptacle measured with trapped water
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4 General construction requirements
4.1 General
This International Standard was developed to use in the examination, testing, and certification of newly
produced liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicle refuelling nozzles and receptacles and, as such, applies
only to the nozzles and receptacles used in LNG refuelling systems and not to the system itself.
A nozzle certified to this International Standard will be functionally compatible from a safety and
performance perspective with all listed receptacles of compatible profile and system pressure. Similarly,
a certified receptacle will be functionally compatible from a safety and performance perspective with
all the listed nozzles of compatible profile and system pressure.
As there may eventually be many different kinds of nozzles and receptacles available from a variety of
manufacturers which, for safety reasons, must all be compatible with one another, this International
Standard specifies a receptacle profile. The nozzle probe shall comply with the receptacle profile. This
standard profile incorporates the design specification (mating dimensions, geometry and tolerances,
and material requirements) which can be considered in the certification of a submitted nozzle or
receptacle. This International Standard refers only to one working pressure and one application.
The construction and performance of nozzles and receptacles are based on the observation that three
main parameters affect user safety and system compatibility, namely the following:
a) working pressure;
All nozzles and receptacles are designed to have a working pressure of 3,4 MPa.
b) design cycle life;
Frequency of use is the second parameter to be considered. Since frequency of use will differ with
the nozzle/receptacle application (i.e. public sector, fleet employee, and residential), all receptacles
will be tested at 10 000 connect/disconnect cycles for compliance with this International
Standard (one fill per day for 27 years). In addition, all nozzles will be tested to a durability test of
20 000 cycles.
c) training.
Operator training required is in accordance with national requirements.
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles
LNG fuelling nozzles, hereafter referred to as LNG nozzles, and receptacles, hereinafter both also
referred to as devices, manufactured in accordance with this International Standard shall be designed
in accordance with reasonable concepts of safety, durability, and maintainability.
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles
LNG nozzles and receptacles shall be
— designed to minimize the possibility of incorrect assembly,
— designed to be secure against displacement, distortion, warping, or other damage,
— constructed to maintain operational integrity under normal and reasonable conditions of handling
and usage, and
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— designed with a vapour spillage space less than 25 cm .
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4.4 Pressure rating
4.4.1 Wor
...

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN ISO 12617:2017
01-junij-2017
Cestna vozila - Priključek za polnjenje z utekočinjenim zemeljskim plinom (LNG) -
Priključek 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015)
Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling connector - 3,1 MPa connector
(ISO 12617:2015)
Verflüssigtes Erdgas (LNG) Betankung Anschluss - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO
12617:2015)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL) -
Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 12617:2017
ICS:
43.060.40 Sistemi za gorivo Fuel systems
SIST EN ISO 12617:2017 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EN ISO 12617
EUROPEAN STANDARD

NORME EUROPÉENNE

April 2017
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 43.060.40
English Version

Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector - 3,1 MPa connector (ISO 12617:2015,
Corrected version 2016-01-15)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur de remplissage de gaz Straßenfahrzeuge - Betankungsanschluss für
naturel liquéfié (GNL) - Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO verflüssigtes Erdgas (LNG) - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO
12617:2015, Version corrigée 2016-01-15) 12617:2015, korrigierte Fassung 2016-01-15)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 March 2017.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.





EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2017 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN ISO 12617:2017 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

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EN ISO 12617:2017 (E)
European foreword
The text of ISO 12617:2015 , Corrected version 2016-01-15 has been prepared by Technical Committee
ISO/TC 22 “Road vehicles” of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been
taken over as EN ISO 12617:2017 by Technical Committee CEN/TC 301 “Road vehicles” the secretariat
of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2017, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by October 2017.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 12617:2015, Corrected version 2016-01-15 has been approved by CEN as EN
ISO 12617:2017 without any modification.


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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 12617
First edition
2015-03-15
Corrected version
2016-01-15
Road vehicles — Liquefied natural
gas (LNG) refuelling connector — 3,1
MPa connector
Véhicules routiers — Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel
liquéfié (GNL) — Connecteur à 3,1 MPa
Reference number
ISO 12617:2015(E)
©
ISO 2015

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COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DOCUMENT
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 General construction requirements . 3
4.1 General . 3
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles . 3
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles. 3
4.4 Pressure rating . 4
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure) . 4
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure . 4
4.4.3 Hydrostatic pressure . 4
4.4.4 Working temperature . 4
4.5 Materials . 4
4.5.1 Corrosion protection . 4
4.5.2 LNG nozzle and receptacles . 4
4.5.3 Material of the bodies of the receptacle and of the nozzle . 4
4.6 Hand operation . 4
4.7 Sealing exchange . 4
4.8 Installation . 5
5 Nozzles . 5
5.1 Venting depressurization . 5
5.2 Identification . 5
5.3 Internal check valve . 5
6 Standard receptacle dimensions . 5
6.1 Drawing . 5
7 Receptacle . 6
7.1 Cycle life . 6
7.2 Design . 6
7.3 Protective cap . 6
7.4 Mounting . 7
7.5 Maximum working temperature . 7
8 Instructions . 7
8.1 Clarity . 7
8.2 List of tools . 7
9 Marking . 7
9.1 Clarity . 7
9.2 Manufacturer and International Standard information . 7
9.3 Date of manufacture . 8
9.3.1 First and second digits . 8
9.3.2 Third and fourth digits . 8
9.4 Alternative marking . 8
9.5 Additional marking . 8
10 Tests . 8
10.1 General requirements . 8
10.2 User interface . 9
10.2.1 Positive locking . 9
10.2.2 Safe disconnection . 9
10.2.3 Manual force in warm conditions . 9
10.2.4 Manual force at cold conditions under frost . 9
10.3 Impact resistance of a nozzle. 9
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10.4 Receptacle protective cap .10
10.5 Leakage at room temperature .10
10.5.1 Nozzle .10
10.5.2 Receptacle .10
10.6 Abnormal loads .11
10.6.1 General.11
10.6.2 Test in the unpressurized condition .11
10.6.3 Test in pressurized condition .11
10.7 Durability of the device (Cycle life) .12
10.7.1 Concept of the test of a device .12
10.7.2 Cycle definition .12
10.7.3 Test series .12
10.7.4 Exchange of seal of the nozzle and/or receptacle .12
10.8 Electrical conductivity .12
10.9 Hydrostatic strength .13
10.9.1 Test configurations.13
10.9.2 Test procedure and evaluation .13
10.10 Corrosion resistance .13
10.11 Non-igniting evaluation .13
Bibliography .14
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity
assessment, as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the WTO principles in the Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT), see the following URL: Foreword — Supplementary information.
The committee responsible for this document is ISO/TC 22, Road vehicles, Subcommittee SC 25, Vehicles
using gaseous fuels.
The corrected version of ISO 12617:2015 incorporates the following corrections.
Figure 1 has been corrected and the key to Figure 1 has been updated to reflect the changes.
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Road vehicles — Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector — 3,1 MPa connector
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling nozzles and receptacles
constructed entirely of new and unused parts and materials for road vehicles powered by LNG. An
LNG refuelling connector consists of, as applicable, the receptacle and its protective cap (mounted on
the vehicle) and the nozzle. This International standard is applicable only to such devices designed
for a maximum working pressure of 3,4 MPa (34 bar) to those using LNG as vehicle fuel and having
standardized mating components.
2
NOTE All references to pressures given in megapascals and bar (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm )
are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 14469, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling connector
ISO 15500-2, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 2:
Performance and general test methods
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
check valve
part of the receptacle, or of the nozzle, mounted inside which prevents return flow or venting of fuel
after the nozzle was disconnected from the receptacle
3.2
cycle life
number of refuelling cycles, as specified in this International Standard, which the component can
withstand without leak or without another fail of function
3.3
device
nozzle or receptacle
3.4
dry air
air with moisture content such that the dew point of the air at the required test pressure is at least
11 °C below the ambient test temperature
3.5
hydrostatic pressure
pressure to which a component is taken to verify the structural strength of the component
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3.6
liquefied natural gas (LNG)
cryogenic liquid produced by reducing the temperature of natural gas to about −162 °C at
atmospheric pressure
3.7
LNG refuelling connector
joined assembly of LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and receptacle
Note 1 to entry: Both parts have to have integrated mechanically opened check valves (3.1) which are operated by
each other. The volume between the two check valves shall be reduced to a minimum to minimize the loss of fuel
during the disconnection process.
3.8
LNG refuelling nozzle
device (3.3) which permits quick connection and disconnection of fuel supply hose to the LNG receptacle
in a safe manner
3.9
LNG refuelling receptacle
device (3.3) connected to a vehicle or storage system which receives the LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and
permits safe transfer of fuel
Note 1 to entry: The receptacle consists as minimum from a receptacle body and from a check valve (3.1) mounted
inside the body.
3.10
maximum service pressure
maximum pressure of the fuel delivered by the fuelling station
3.11
nominal flow rate
flow rate through the connector at specified density of LNG and at specified pressure difference
3.12
poppet
movable closing part of the check valve (3.1)
3.13
positive locking means
feature which requires actuation of an interlocking mechanism to allow connection/disconnection of
the nozzle from the receptacle
Note 1 to entry: It shall not be possible, except by actuation of the interlocking mechanism, to disconnect under
unsafe conditions when an uncontrolled release of LNG can happen which causes damage to the user and/or
the environment.
3.14
probe
part of the nozzle which enters inner space of the receptacle
3.15
working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
maximum pressure that an LNG refuelling connector (3.7) can be expected to withstand in actual service
3.16
vapour spillage space
dead volume between the nozzle and the receptacle measured with trapped water
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4 General construction requirements
4.1 General
This International Standard was developed to use in the examination, testing, and certification of newly
produced liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicle refuelling nozzles and receptacles and, as such, applies
only to the nozzles and receptacles used in LNG refuelling systems and not to the system itself.
A nozzle certified to this International Standard will be functionally compatible from a safety and
performance perspective with all listed receptacles of compatible profile and system pressure. Similarly,
a certified receptacle will be functionally compatible from a safety and performance perspective with
all the listed nozzles of compatible profile and system pressure.
As there may eventually be many different kinds of nozzles and receptacles available from a variety of
manufacturers which, for safety reasons, must all be compatible with one another, this International
Standard specifies a receptacle profile. The nozzle probe shall comply with the receptacle profile. This
standard profile incorporates the design specification (mating dimensions, geometry and tolerances,
and material requirements) which can be considered in the certification of a submitted nozzle or
receptacle. This International Standard refers only to one working pressure and one application.
The construction and performance of nozzles and receptacles are based on the observation that three
main parameters affect user safety and system compatibility, namely the following:
a) working pressure;
All nozzles and receptacles are designed to have a working pressure of 3,4 MPa.
b) design cycle life;
Frequency of use is the second parameter to be considered. Since frequency of use will differ with
the nozzle/receptacle application (i.e. public sector, fleet employee, and residential), all receptacles
will be tested at 10 000 connect/disconnect cycles for compliance with this International
Standard (one fill per day for 27 years). In addition, all nozzles will be tested to a durability test of
20 000 cycles.
c) training.
Operator training required is in accordance with national requirements.
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles
LNG fuelling nozzles, hereafter referred to as LNG nozzles, and receptacles, hereinafter both also
referred to as devices, manufactured in accordance with this International Standard shall be designed
in accordance with reasonable concepts of safety, durability, and maintainability.
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles
LNG nozzles and receptacles shall be
— designed to minimize the possibility of incorrect assembly,
— designed to be secure against displacement, distortion, warping, or other damage,
— constructed to maintain operational integrity under normal and reasonable conditions of handling
and usage, and
3
— designed with a vapour spillage space less than 25 cm .
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4.4 Pressure rating
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
3,4 MPa.
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure
3,1 MPa.
4.4.3 H
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN ISO 12617:2017
01-junij-2017
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3ULNOMXþHN03D ,62
Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling connector - 3,1 MPa connector
(ISO 12617:2015)
Verflüssigtes Erdgas (LNG) Betankung Anschluss - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO
12617:2015)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL) -
Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 12617:2017
ICS:
43.060.40 Sistemi za gorivo Fuel systems
SIST EN ISO 12617:2017 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EN ISO 12617
EUROPEAN STANDARD

NORME EUROPÉENNE

April 2017
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 43.060.40
English Version

Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector - 3,1 MPa connector (ISO 12617:2015)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur de remplissage de gaz Straßenfahrzeuge - Betankungsanschluss für
naturel liquéfié (GNL) - Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO verflüssigtes Erdgas (LNG) - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO
12617:2015) 12617:2015)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 March 2017.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.





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COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

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CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
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EN ISO 12617:2017 (E)
European foreword
The text of ISO 12617:2015 has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 22 “Road vehicles” of
the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been taken over as EN ISO 12617:2017
by Technical Committee CEN/TC 301 “Road vehicles” the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2017, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by October 2017.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 12617:2015 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 12617:2017 without any modification.


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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 12617
First edition
2015-03-15
Corrected version
2016-01-15
Road vehicles — Liquefied natural
gas (LNG) refuelling connector — 3,1
MPa connector
Véhicules routiers — Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel
liquéfié (GNL) — Connecteur à 3,1 MPa
Reference number
ISO 12617:2015(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 General construction requirements . 3
4.1 General . 3
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles . 3
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles. 3
4.4 Pressure rating . 4
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure) . 4
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure . 4
4.4.3 Hydrostatic pressure . 4
4.4.4 Working temperature . 4
4.5 Materials . 4
4.5.1 Corrosion protection . 4
4.5.2 LNG nozzle and receptacles . 4
4.5.3 Material of the bodies of the receptacle and of the nozzle . 4
4.6 Hand operation . 4
4.7 Sealing exchange . 4
4.8 Installation . 5
5 Nozzles . 5
5.1 Venting depressurization . 5
5.2 Identification . 5
5.3 Internal check valve . 5
6 Standard receptacle dimensions . 5
6.1 Drawing . 5
7 Receptacle . 6
7.1 Cycle life . 6
7.2 Design . 6
7.3 Protective cap . 6
7.4 Mounting . 7
7.5 Maximum working temperature . 7
8 Instructions . 7
8.1 Clarity . 7
8.2 List of tools . 7
9 Marking . 7
9.1 Clarity . 7
9.2 Manufacturer and International Standard information . 7
9.3 Date of manufacture . 8
9.3.1 First and second digits . 8
9.3.2 Third and fourth digits . 8
9.4 Alternative marking . 8
9.5 Additional marking . 8
10 Tests . 8
10.1 General requirements . 8
10.2 User interface . 9
10.2.1 Positive locking . 9
10.2.2 Safe disconnection . 9
10.2.3 Manual force in warm conditions . 9
10.2.4 Manual force at cold conditions under frost . 9
10.3 Impact resistance of a nozzle. 9
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10.4 Receptacle protective cap .10
10.5 Leakage at room temperature .10
10.5.1 Nozzle .10
10.5.2 Receptacle .10
10.6 Abnormal loads .11
10.6.1 General.11
10.6.2 Test in the unpressurized condition .11
10.6.3 Test in pressurized condition .11
10.7 Durability of the device (Cycle life) .12
10.7.1 Concept of the test of a device .12
10.7.2 Cycle definition .12
10.7.3 Test series .12
10.7.4 Exchange of seal of the nozzle and/or receptacle .12
10.8 Electrical conductivity .12
10.9 Hydrostatic strength .13
10.9.1 Test configurations.13
10.9.2 Test procedure and evaluation .13
10.10 Corrosion resistance .13
10.11 Non-igniting evaluation .13
Bibliography .14
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity
assessment, as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the WTO principles in the Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT), see the following URL: Foreword — Supplementary information.
The committee responsible for this document is ISO/TC 22, Road vehicles, Subcommittee SC 25, Vehicles
using gaseous fuels.
The corrected version of ISO 12617:2015 incorporates the following corrections.
Figure 1 has been corrected and the key to Figure 1 has been updated to reflect the changes.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 12617:2015(E)
Road vehicles — Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector — 3,1 MPa connector
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling nozzles and receptacles
constructed entirely of new and unused parts and materials for road vehicles powered by LNG. An
LNG refuelling connector consists of, as applicable, the receptacle and its protective cap (mounted on
the vehicle) and the nozzle. This International standard is applicable only to such devices designed
for a maximum working pressure of 3,4 MPa (34 bar) to those using LNG as vehicle fuel and having
standardized mating components.
2
NOTE All references to pressures given in megapascals and bar (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm )
are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 14469, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling connector
ISO 15500-2, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 2:
Performance and general test methods
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
check valve
part of the receptacle, or of the nozzle, mounted inside which prevents return flow or venting of fuel
after the nozzle was disconnected from the receptacle
3.2
cycle life
number of refuelling cycles, as specified in this International Standard, which the component can
withstand without leak or without another fail of function
3.3
device
nozzle or receptacle
3.4
dry air
air with moisture content such that the dew point of the air at the required test pressure is at least
11 °C below the ambient test temperature
3.5
hydrostatic pressure
pressure to which a component is taken to verify the structural strength of the component
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3.6
liquefied natural gas (LNG)
cryogenic liquid produced by reducing the temperature of natural gas to about −162 °C at
atmospheric pressure
3.7
LNG refuelling connector
joined assembly of LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and receptacle
Note 1 to entry: Both parts have to have integrated mechanically opened check valves (3.1) which are operated by
each other. The volume between the two check valves shall be reduced to a minimum to minimize the loss of fuel
during the disconnection process.
3.8
LNG refuelling nozzle
device (3.3) which permits quick connection and disconnection of fuel supply hose to the LNG receptacle
in a safe manner
3.9
LNG refuelling receptacle
device (3.3) connected to a vehicle or storage system which receives the LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and
permits safe transfer of fuel
Note 1 to entry: The receptacle consists as minimum from a receptacle body and from a check valve (3.1) mounted
inside the body.
3.10
maximum service pressure
maximum pressure of the fuel delivered by the fuelling station
3.11
nominal flow rate
flow rate through the connector at specified density of LNG and at specified pressure difference
3.12
poppet
movable closing part of the check valve (3.1)
3.13
positive locking means
feature which requires actuation of an interlocking mechanism to allow connection/disconnection of
the nozzle from the receptacle
Note 1 to entry: It shall not be possible, except by actuation of the interlocking mechanism, to disconnect under
unsafe conditions when an uncontrolled release of LNG can happen which causes damage to the user and/or
the environment.
3.14
probe
part of the nozzle which enters inner space of the receptacle
3.15
working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
maximum pressure that an LNG refuelling connector (3.7) can be expected to withstand in actual service
3.16
vapour spillage space
dead volume between the nozzle and the receptacle measured with trapped water
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4 General construction requirements
4.1 General
This International Standard was developed to use in the examination, testing, and certification of newly
produced liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicle refuelling nozzles and receptacles and, as such, applies
only to the nozzles and receptacles used in LNG refuelling systems and not to the system itself.
A nozzle certified to this International Standard will be functionally compatible from a safety and
performance perspective with all listed receptacles of compatible profile and system pressure. Similarly,
a certified receptacle will be functionally compatible from a safety and performance perspective with
all the listed nozzles of compatible profile and system pressure.
As there may eventually be many different kinds of nozzles and receptacles available from a variety of
manufacturers which, for safety reasons, must all be compatible with one another, this International
Standard specifies a receptacle profile. The nozzle probe shall comply with the receptacle profile. This
standard profile incorporates the design specification (mating dimensions, geometry and tolerances,
and material requirements) which can be considered in the certification of a submitted nozzle or
receptacle. This International Standard refers only to one working pressure and one application.
The construction and performance of nozzles and receptacles are based on the observation that three
main parameters affect user safety and system compatibility, namely the following:
a) working pressure;
All nozzles and receptacles are designed to have a working pressure of 3,4 MPa.
b) design cycle life;
Frequency of use is the second parameter to be considered. Since frequency of use will differ with
the nozzle/receptacle application (i.e. public sector, fleet employee, and residential), all receptacles
will be tested at 10 000 connect/disconnect cycles for compliance with this International
Standard (one fill per day for 27 years). In addition, all nozzles will be tested to a durability test of
20 000 cycles.
c) training.
Operator training required is in accordance with national requirements.
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles
LNG fuelling nozzles, hereafter referred to as LNG nozzles, and receptacles, hereinafter both also
referred to as devices, manufactured in accordance with this International Standard shall be designed
in accordance with reasonable concepts of safety, durability, and maintainability.
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles
LNG nozzles and receptacles shall be
— designed to minimize the possibility of incorrect assembly,
— designed to be secure against displacement, distortion, warping, or other damage,
— constructed to maintain operational integrity under normal and reasonable conditions of handling
and usage, and
3
— designed with a vapour spillage space less than 25 cm .
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4.4 Pressure rating
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
3,4 MPa.
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure
3,1 MPa.
4.4.3 Hydrostatic pressure
2,5 times working pressure.
4.4.4 Working temperature
4.4.4.1 Receptacle working temperature range (−196 °C
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
kSIST FprEN ISO 12617:2017
01-februar-2017
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Road vehicles - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling connector - 3,1 MPa connector
(ISO 12617:2015)
Verflüssigtes Erdgas (LNG) Betankung Anschluss - 3,1 MPa Anschluss (ISO
12617:2015)
Véhicules routiers - Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel liquéfié (GNL) -
Connecteur à 3,1 MPa (ISO 12617:2015)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: FprEN ISO 12617
ICS:
43.060.40 Sistemi za gorivo Fuel systems
kSIST FprEN ISO 12617:2017 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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kSIST FprEN ISO 12617:2017
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 12617
First edition
2015-03-15
Corrected version
2016-01-15
Road vehicles — Liquefied natural
gas (LNG) refuelling connector — 3,1
MPa connector
Véhicules routiers — Connecteur pour le remplissage de gaz naturel
liquéfié (GNL) — Connecteur à 3,1 MPa
Reference number
ISO 12617:2015(E)
©
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 General construction requirements . 3
4.1 General . 3
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles . 3
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles. 3
4.4 Pressure rating . 4
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure) . 4
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure . 4
4.4.3 Hydrostatic pressure . 4
4.4.4 Working temperature . 4
4.5 Materials . 4
4.5.1 Corrosion protection . 4
4.5.2 LNG nozzle and receptacles . 4
4.5.3 Material of the bodies of the receptacle and of the nozzle . 4
4.6 Hand operation . 4
4.7 Sealing exchange . 4
4.8 Installation . 5
5 Nozzles . 5
5.1 Venting depressurization . 5
5.2 Identification . 5
5.3 Internal check valve . 5
6 Standard receptacle dimensions . 5
6.1 Drawing . 5
7 Receptacle . 6
7.1 Cycle life . 6
7.2 Design . 6
7.3 Protective cap . 6
7.4 Mounting . 7
7.5 Maximum working temperature . 7
8 Instructions . 7
8.1 Clarity . 7
8.2 List of tools . 7
9 Marking . 7
9.1 Clarity . 7
9.2 Manufacturer and International Standard information . 7
9.3 Date of manufacture . 8
9.3.1 First and second digits . 8
9.3.2 Third and fourth digits . 8
9.4 Alternative marking . 8
9.5 Additional marking . 8
10 Tests . 8
10.1 General requirements . 8
10.2 User interface . 9
10.2.1 Positive locking . 9
10.2.2 Safe disconnection . 9
10.2.3 Manual force in warm conditions . 9
10.2.4 Manual force at cold conditions under frost . 9
10.3 Impact resistance of a nozzle. 9
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10.4 Receptacle protective cap .10
10.5 Leakage at room temperature .10
10.5.1 Nozzle .10
10.5.2 Receptacle .10
10.6 Abnormal loads .11
10.6.1 General.11
10.6.2 Test in the unpressurized condition .11
10.6.3 Test in pressurized condition .11
10.7 Durability of the device (Cycle life) .12
10.7.1 Concept of the test of a device .12
10.7.2 Cycle definition .12
10.7.3 Test series .12
10.7.4 Exchange of seal of the nozzle and/or receptacle .12
10.8 Electrical conductivity .12
10.9 Hydrostatic strength .13
10.9.1 Test configurations.13
10.9.2 Test procedure and evaluation .13
10.10 Corrosion resistance .13
10.11 Non-igniting evaluation .13
Bibliography .14
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Foreword
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The committee responsible for this document is ISO/TC 22, Road vehicles, Subcommittee SC 25, Vehicles
using gaseous fuels.
The corrected version of ISO 12617:2015 incorporates the following corrections.
Figure 1 has been corrected and the key to Figure 1 has been updated to reflect the changes.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 12617:2015(E)
Road vehicles — Liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling
connector — 3,1 MPa connector
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies liquefied natural gas (LNG) refuelling nozzles and receptacles
constructed entirely of new and unused parts and materials for road vehicles powered by LNG. An
LNG refuelling connector consists of, as applicable, the receptacle and its protective cap (mounted on
the vehicle) and the nozzle. This International standard is applicable only to such devices designed
for a maximum working pressure of 3,4 MPa (34 bar) to those using LNG as vehicle fuel and having
standardized mating components.
2
NOTE All references to pressures given in megapascals and bar (1 bar = 0,1 MPa = 105 Pa; 1 MPa = 1 N/mm )
are to be considered gauge pressures, unless otherwise specified.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 14469, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling connector
ISO 15500-2, Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system components — Part 2:
Performance and general test methods
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
check valve
part of the receptacle, or of the nozzle, mounted inside which prevents return flow or venting of fuel
after the nozzle was disconnected from the receptacle
3.2
cycle life
number of refuelling cycles, as specified in this International Standard, which the component can
withstand without leak or without another fail of function
3.3
device
nozzle or receptacle
3.4
dry air
air with moisture content such that the dew point of the air at the required test pressure is at least
11 °C below the ambient test temperature
3.5
hydrostatic pressure
pressure to which a component is taken to verify the structural strength of the component
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3.6
liquefied natural gas (LNG)
cryogenic liquid produced by reducing the temperature of natural gas to about −162 °C at
atmospheric pressure
3.7
LNG refuelling connector
joined assembly of LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and receptacle
Note 1 to entry: Both parts have to have integrated mechanically opened check valves (3.1) which are operated by
each other. The volume between the two check valves shall be reduced to a minimum to minimize the loss of fuel
during the disconnection process.
3.8
LNG refuelling nozzle
device (3.3) which permits quick connection and disconnection of fuel supply hose to the LNG receptacle
in a safe manner
3.9
LNG refuelling receptacle
device (3.3) connected to a vehicle or storage system which receives the LNG refuelling nozzle (3.8) and
permits safe transfer of fuel
Note 1 to entry: The receptacle consists as minimum from a receptacle body and from a check valve (3.1) mounted
inside the body.
3.10
maximum service pressure
maximum pressure of the fuel delivered by the fuelling station
3.11
nominal flow rate
flow rate through the connector at specified density of LNG and at specified pressure difference
3.12
poppet
movable closing part of the check valve (3.1)
3.13
positive locking means
feature which requires actuation of an interlocking mechanism to allow connection/disconnection of
the nozzle from the receptacle
Note 1 to entry: It shall not be possible, except by actuation of the interlocking mechanism, to disconnect under
unsafe conditions when an uncontrolled release of LNG can happen which causes damage to the user and/or
the environment.
3.14
probe
part of the nozzle which enters inner space of the receptacle
3.15
working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
maximum pressure that an LNG refuelling connector (3.7) can be expected to withstand in actual service
3.16
vapour spillage space
dead volume between the nozzle and the receptacle measured with trapped water
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4 General construction requirements
4.1 General
This International Standard was developed to use in the examination, testing, and certification of newly
produced liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicle refuelling nozzles and receptacles and, as such, applies
only to the nozzles and receptacles used in LNG refuelling systems and not to the system itself.
A nozzle certified to this International Standard will be functionally compatible from a safety and
performance perspective with all listed receptacles of compatible profile and system pressure. Similarly,
a certified receptacle will be functionally compatible from a safety and performance perspective with
all the listed nozzles of compatible profile and system pressure.
As there may eventually be many different kinds of nozzles and receptacles available from a variety of
manufacturers which, for safety reasons, must all be compatible with one another, this International
Standard specifies a receptacle profile. The nozzle probe shall comply with the receptacle profile. This
standard profile incorporates the design specification (mating dimensions, geometry and tolerances,
and material requirements) which can be considered in the certification of a submitted nozzle or
receptacle. This International Standard refers only to one working pressure and one application.
The construction and performance of nozzles and receptacles are based on the observation that three
main parameters affect user safety and system compatibility, namely the following:
a) working pressure;
All nozzles and receptacles are designed to have a working pressure of 3,4 MPa.
b) design cycle life;
Frequency of use is the second parameter to be considered. Since frequency of use will differ with
the nozzle/receptacle application (i.e. public sector, fleet employee, and residential), all receptacles
will be tested at 10 000 connect/disconnect cycles for compliance with this International
Standard (one fill per day for 27 years). In addition, all nozzles will be tested to a durability test of
20 000 cycles.
c) training.
Operator training required is in accordance with national requirements.
4.2 LNG refuelling nozzles
LNG fuelling nozzles, hereafter referred to as LNG nozzles, and receptacles, hereinafter both also
referred to as devices, manufactured in accordance with this International Standard shall be designed
in accordance with reasonable concepts of safety, durability, and maintainability.
4.3 LNG nozzles and receptacles
LNG nozzles and receptacles shall be
— designed to minimize the possibility of incorrect assembly,
— designed to be secure against displacement, distortion, warping, or other damage,
— constructed to maintain operational integrity under normal and reasonable conditions of handling
and usage, and
3
— designed with a vapour spillage space less than 25 cm .
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4.4 Pressure rating
4.4.1 Working pressure (maximum allowable pressure)
3,4 MPa.
4.4.2 Maximum service pressure
3,1 MPa.
4.4.3 Hydrostatic pressure
2,5 times working pressure.
4.4.4 Working temperature
4.4.4.1 Receptacle working temperature range (−196 °C to +85 °C)
4.4.4.2 Nozzle working temperature range
The nozzle shall be designed for the temperature of the fuel −196 °C and for an ambient temperature
range of −40 °C to +85 °C.
4.5 Materials
4.5.1 Corrosion protection
Corrosion-resistant materials shall be used (see 10.10). Unless suitably protected against electrolytic
corrosion, dissimilar metals shall not be used in contact with each other.
4.5.2 LNG nozzle and receptacles
LNG nozzles and receptacles shall be manufactured of materials suitable and compatible for use with
LNG at the pressure and the temperature ranges to which they will be subjected which shall be declared
by the manufacturer in the component documentation delivered with the product.
4.5.3 Material of the bodies of the receptacle and of the nozzle
Material of the bodies of the receptacle and of the nozzle should be
a) suitable for the working temperature range,
a) conductive [only conductive materials comply with the electric conductivity test (see 10.8)], and
b) non-sparking according to 10.11.
4.6 Hand operation
LNG nozzles and receptacles shall be so designed as to be operated without the use of tools and excessive
force for connecting and disconnecting.
4.7 Sealing exchange
Design of a device and its check valve sealing shall make possible exchange of the check valve sealing
from the front side using suitable jig and related tools.
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4.8 Installation
The receptacle shall be installed outside engine compartment.
5 Nozzles
5.1 Venting depressurization
Venting depressurization of all nozzle types is required prior to disconnection. Disconnection of all
nozzles shall be accomplished in accordance with 10.2.
5.2 Identification
The nozzle shall bear a marking in accordance with Clause 9, if necessary, indicating the direction of the
open and shut off operation of the actuating mechanism.
5.3 Internal check valve
The nozzle is equipped with an internal check valve to prevent the escape of gas. The check valve poppet
face contacts with the receptacle poppet face during connection and pushes the receptacle poppet
into the open position to allow rated flow. The reaction force of a nozzle poppet in fully open position,
typically supported by firm stop, shall be larger than the reaction force of receptacle in fully open
position, defined by the stroke of the nozzle, as specified in 7.1. Provision shall be made that movement
of receptacle is not limited by any mechanical part within its stroke as defined in Clause 6.
6 Standard receptacle dimensions
6.1 Drawing
The receptacle shall comply with the dimensions shown in Figure 1.
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Key
1 nozzle latch plane
a
Clearance.
b
Edge radius.
Figure 1 — Dimensions of the receptacle
7 Receptacle
7.1 Cycle life
Receptacle shall have a cycle life as specified in 4.1.
7.2 Design
The receptacle shall be equipped with an internal check valve to prevent the escape of gas. The poppet
of the check valve shall be pressed against the seat with a force of minimum 200 N at a non-pressurized
receptacle. The back force of the receptacle poppet in fully open position shall be maximum of 460 N.
7.3 Protective cap
A receptacle manufacturer validated cap or equivalent design feature shall be provided to prevent dust,
moisture, and other foreign debris from entering the receptacle. This also requires prevention of the
dust entry through the venting holes. The cap has to allow small gas venting originated by warming
the cold gas inside or a minor leak of the receptacle poppet (see 10.5.2). The cap shall be marked by an
undeletable writing of “LNG ONLY”.
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