CSA B376-M1980:2014 pdf download.Portable Containers for Gasoline and Other Petroleum
1.1 CSA B376-M1980 applies to portable containers of up to and including 5 gallons (25 L) nominal capacity, made from metal or plastic, and intended for the storage and transportation of petroleum fuels having a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100 F). but excludes containers that are integral with or attached to any object, single-trip containers in which fuel is prepackaged and those within the Scope of CSA Standard Z102.15. Steel Drums.
1.2 This Standard includes requirements for materials.impact and burst strengths, permeability, and other safety factors. Marking requirements are also included.
1.3 AlI clauses in this Standard apply to both metal and plastic containers unless specified for one or the other.
1.4 Metric units of measurement in this Standard are in accordance with the International System of Units (SI). If a value for measurement as given in this Standard is foliowed by an equivalent value in other units, the first stated is to be regarded as the requirement. A given equivalent value may be approximate.
5.2.2.1 The container shall be conditioned at 158°F (70°C) for2 h. The closures shall then be secured in the manner normally provided for the container. For test purposes, this shall be a torque of 25 inch-pounds (2.8 N.m). The internal pressure shall be increased uniformly to 20 psig (140 kPa) at 158°F (70°C) over a period between 30 s and 60 S; the pressure shall be maintained at that temperature for a further 4 h. This pressure shall be applied by means of an adapter inserted into a drilled hole located in a flat section and not on a pinch-off or parting line.
5.2.2.2 The unit previously tested in accordance with Ciause 5.2.2.1 shall be empty and conditioned in accor-dance with Clause 5.1.1. The closures shall then be secured. For test purposes, this shall be a torque of 25 inch-pounds (2.8 N.m). The internal air pressure shall be increased uniformly to 15 psig (100 kPa} over a period of between 30 s and 60 s. The container shall be coated with a soap solution or other suitable medium. The pressure shall be maintained for a further 5 min.
5.2.2.3 Plastic containers intended for use with kerosene shall be subjected to a pressure test of 3 psig (20 kPa) in accordance with the test method outlined in Clause 5.2.2.1. The test outlined in Clause 5.2.2.2 does not apply to plastic containers intended for use with kerosene.
5.5 Handle Strength. The container shall be filled to its nominal capacity with water and the closures secured. A fixed rope (a 0.25-inch (6-mm) diameter crucible steel rope is suitable) shall be attached to the balance point of the handle, leaving 12 inches (0.3 m) slack. The con-tainer shall then be allowed to fall freely. Three drops shall be made with each container (see Clause 4.4). The container shall then be tested in accordance with Clause 5.4.2.CSA B376-M1980 pdf download.