BS 341-2:1963

This standard BS 341-2:1963 Transportable gas container valves is classified in these ICS categories:

• 11.040.10 Anaesthetic, respiratory and reanimation equipment

This British Standard covers:

1. The material and dimensions of valve fittings for compressed gas cylinders used for breathing apparatus other than for medical purposes.

2. Dimensions of valving capsules.

3. An appendix containing recommendations for inspection gauges for the taper threads on the valve stems and in the necks of gas cylinders.

Essential mechanical properties of materials for gas cylinder valves for breathing purposes (other than medical). Thread dimensions for four sizes of valve stems plus details of manufacturing gauges. Dimensional drawings for valve outlet connections.