| name | cylinder-requirements-49cfr-178 |
| description | Use when shipping compressed gases in cylinders. Covers DOT cylinder specs, requalification, valve protection, and segregation.
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Cylinder Requirements 49Cfr 178
Cylinders for compressed/liquefied gas under DOT-spec or UN-spec.
Common specs
- DOT-3A, 3AA: Standard steel (oxygen, nitrogen, air)
- DOT-3AL: Aluminum
- DOT-3HT: High-strength
- DOT-3T: Tube cylinder
Requalification
Every 5-10 years depending on cylinder + service.
Valve protection
Cap or cage during transport. Valve closed unless actively dispensing.
Common findings
Expired requalification (stamping unreadable). Missing valve protection. Damaged cylinder still in service.
Where this fits in X3 Compass
Applied in the X3 Compass Hazmat Center add-on.