WHAT IS CNG CYLINDER HYDRO-TESTING?
CNG Cylinder Hydro-testing is a process of testing the strength and integrity of a CNG cylinder by filling it with water and pressuring it to check for leaks. This test is important because it ensures that the cylinder can safely hold compressed natural gas without leaking, which could lead to an explosion.
To hydro-test a CNG cylinder, first, it is filled with water and then pressurized to about three times its normal operating pressure. If there are no leaks, the cylinder passes the test. If there is a leak, the cylinder fails the test and must be repaired or replaced.
CNG cylinders must be hydro-tested every five years to ensure they are safe to use.
IMPORTANCE OF CYLINDER HYDRO-TESTING
To ensure their structural integrity, it is crucial to safely operate compressed natural gas (CNG) systems that are regularly hydro-tested. A CNG cylinder hydro-test involves filling the cylinder with water and then pressurizing it to check for any leaks or weaknesses.
hydro-testing is important because it:
to ensure the safety of CNG systems by checking for leaks and weaknesses in cylinders.
operators to identify any potential problems with a cylinder before it is used in service.
that cylinders can safely withstand the pressures they will be subjected to during use.
to prolong the life of cylinders by identifying any issues early on.
Is required by law in many jurisdictions to operate a CNG system.
HOW IS CNG CYLINDER HYDRO-TESTING DONE?
CNG Cylinder Hydro-testing is a process in which the cylinder is pressurized with water to check for leaks. The test is done by connecting the cylinder to a water source and slowly increasing the pressure inside the cylinder until it reaches the specified limit. If there are no leaks, the pressure will remain constant. If there is a leak, water will be forced out of the cylinder.