BS EN 1797-1:1998

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 General requirements
    3.1 Evaluation of materials for oxygen service
    3.2 Evaluation of metallic materials
    3.3 Evaluation of non-metallic materials
4 Test methods and acceptance criteria
    4.1 Ignition tests
    4.2 Mechanical impact test in liquid oxygen (LOX)
Annex A (normative) Spontaneous ignition test (Bomb test)
Annex B (normative) Pressure surge test
Annex C (informative) Ignition test - Advantages and
disadvantages of the two alternative methods
Annex D (informative) Bibliography
Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European standard
addressing essential requirements or other provisions
of EU directives

Defines general requirements and testing procedures for establishment of oxygen compatibility of materials (metallic and non-metallic) for use in the manufacture of cryogenic vessels and associated equipment.