ADR packing instruction P205
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Metal hydride storage systems (UN 3468): max 150 l water capacity and 25 MPa, built and tested to ISO 16111, inspected at least every 5 years.
Covers UN 3468. Metal hydride storage systems must meet 4.1.6; only pressure receptacles of up to 150 litres water capacity and a maximum developed pressure of 25 MPa fall under this instruction. Systems meeting the Chapter 6.2 pressure receptacle requirements are authorised for hydrogen only, and steel or steel-lined composite receptacles must bear the "H" mark of 6.2.2.9.2 (j). Design, testing and relief devices follow ISO 16111:2008 or ISO 16111:2018, conformity is assessed under 6.2.2.5, filling may not exceed the rated charging pressure marked on the system, and periodic inspection under 6.2.2.6 is required at intervals of no more than five years.
| Value | Applies when |
|---|---|
| 150 l | maximum water capacity |
| 25 MPa | maximum developed pressure |
| 5 years | maximum periodic inspection interval |
Refers to: 4.1.6; Chapter 6.2; 6.2.2.9.2 (j); 6.2.2.5; 6.2.2.6; 6.2.2.4; ISO 16111:2008; ISO 16111:2018.
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Source: ADR 2025 (ECE/TRANS/352), Volume II, section 4.1.4.1, P205, page 102.
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