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Certification of industrial piping and components for pressurized hydrogen.

Materials and components used in the hydrogen economy must be able to withstand very specific challenging conditions. Atomic hydrogen can penetrate materials, cause hydrogen embrittlement and damage them to the point of component failure.

Our TÜV Rheinland H2.23 certification standard combines the state of the art with our global expertise in hydrogen suitability, and certifies that materials used in critical applications such as pipelines and pressure vessels in large industrial plants are suitable for use with pressurized hydrogen.

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The benefits of the TÜV Rheinland H2-Ready Certificate

  • Representation of the state of the art regarding resistance to pressurized hydrogen
  • Qualification of metallic materials according to the TÜV Rheinland H2.23 certification standard
  • Consideration of the intended use of the material
  • Testing in a pressurized hydrogen atmosphere
  • "H2-Ready" certificate and distinguished test mark

H2.23 certification standard in two steps

1. Specification assessment

• Certified resistance of the specification to pressurized hydrogen
• No physical testing
• State of the art for hydrogen compatibility
• Test mark in conjunction with production monitoring

2. Qualification with testing

• Certificate of compatibility with pressurized hydrogen
• Characterization of the material properties
• Testing under pressurized hydrogen
• Test mark in conjunction with production monitoring

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Would you like to learn more about the certification of materials and components? We answer the main questions.

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Why is a H2-Ready certification important?

The certification verifies the safety and reliability of the materials and components when used with hydrogen, which is crucial for the establishment of a hydrogen infrastructure.

What is the certification process like?

Once the customer has placed the order, the certification body assigns authorized auditors to carry out the necessary tests. The results of the tests are documented in a report and submitted to a certifier. Upon a positive review, the certifier decides about a certification and issues the certificate. Once the certificate has been issued, the test object is classified as H2-Ready. The certificate contains information about the customer, the certificate number, the scope, and the test performed. It is signed electronically and sent to the customer.

What are the benefits of the H2-Ready certification for my company?

The certification creates the prerequisite for being able to fully participate in the hydrogen economy, as certified H2-Readiness meets customer requirements and provides customers and investors alike with confidence in the safety of your products when used with hydrogen.

Which components can be H2-Ready-certified?

Metallic materials and components can be certified, i.e. base materials and their processing methods (e.g. valve housings, welded fittings).

Can I have existing system components retroactively H2-Ready-certified?

The basic suitability of the specification is possible retroactively, provided it can be proven that the system component complies with the specification. A retroactive qualification through laboratory testing is possible only by destructive material testing

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