BS EN 559:2003

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Abbreviation
5 Application
6 Hose designation
7 Materials
   7.1 Construction
   7.2 Manufacture
8 Dimensions and tolerances
   8.1 Internal diameter
   8.2 Concentricity (total indicator reading)
   8.3 Cut lengths and tolerances
9 Requirements and tests
   9.1 Basic requirements
   9.2 Special requirements
10 Hose colour and gas identification
   10.1 General
   10.2 Gas identification
   10.3 Marking
Annex A (normative) Method of test for non-ignition
      A.1 Apparatus
      A.2 Procedure
Annex B (normative) Method of test for resistance to
        n-pentane
Annex C (normative) Method of test for resistance to
        incandescent particles and hot surfaces
Annex D (normative) Summary of requirements and tests
        for type approval
Bibliography

Specifies requirements for rubber hoses for welding, cutting and allied processes. Applies to hoses used in: gas welding and cutting; processes allied to welding and cutting; arc welding under the protection of an inert or active gas.