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When to Have Your Cylinder Tested

Each specification cylinder that becomes due for periodic requalification, as specified in the following table, must be requalified and marked in conformance with the requirements of this subpart. Requalification records must be maintained in accordance with §180.215.

DOT Cylinder Requalification Requirements

A Cylinder Must Be Condemned When: On visual inspection, it meets a condition for condemnation outlined in CGA pamphlets C-6, C-6.1, C-6.2, and C-6.3, as applicable. The cylinder leaks through its wall. Evidence of cracking exists to the extent that the cylinder is likely to be weakened appreciably. For a DOT specification cylinder (excluding DOT […]

Cylinder Safety Tips

Although paintball cylinders have been designed to withstand high performance and safety standards, it’s up to you to ensure that your cylinder is always kept in peak condition by carefully following these recommendations for continued care and maintenance.

Use Caution When Dealing With Gas Cylinders

Compressed gas cylinders and cryogenic cylinders are rugged vessels used to store, transport, and ship dangerous gases safely. Both types of these cylinders come in different sizes. Even though these containers are built to be rugged they should be handled with care because if they are damaged due to rough handling they can become hazardous.

Hydrostatic Testing – The Ins and Outs

Hydrostatic testing is a common procedure used to performance verify a fluid pressure vessel, such as, cylinders, boiler or tubes . Hydrostatic testing is also a common testing procedure to verify pressure vessels do not leak or have manufacturing flaws.

CO2 Paintball Tank Guide

As a referee, I often get a lot of questions from new players about CO2. I also encounter a lot of confusion of the pressure that a tank holds, the output pressure, and its relation to the secondary regulator.

Scuba Tanks – Useful information on dive tanks

The scuba tank is one of the most important piece of scuba gear, although they are heavy and seem tough, they are complex pieces of scuba gear which must be looked after. A well-maintained scuba diving tank is essential for safe scuba diving besides it could provide you with at least 20 years of service.