LPG Flashcards
1
Q
What does LPG stand for?
A
Liquified Petroleum Gas
2
Q
What is the LPG UN number?
A
1075
3
Q
What is the LPG hazchem code?
A
2YE
4
Q
What is the LPG Dangerous Goods (DG) class?
A
2.1
5
Q
What is the flammability range of LPG?
A
LEL 2% - UEL 10%
6
Q
What is the expansion ratio of LPG?
A
270:1
(1 litre vaporises to 270 litres)
7
Q
What does the flammability range (LEL - UEL) refer to?
A
It is the range in which a gas or vapour will burn or explode if an ignition source is present.
8
Q
What does it mean when the gas/vapour concentration is below the LEL
A
Too lean to burn.
9
Q
What does BLEVE stand for?
A
Boiling
Liquid
Expanding
Vapour
Explosion
10
Q
What does it mean when the gas/vapour concentration is above the UEL?
A
Too rich to burn.
