Refill Acetylene C₂H₂ - B50

Strict transport rules specific to the B50

1. Transport exclusively vertical (upright):
   • Laying a B50 acetylene cylinder flat during transport is extremely dangerous. Due to the large volume, the porous mass can shift, or liquid acetone can flow into the valve. Always transport the cylinder upright, preferably in a specially designed cylinder pallet, bundle, or trolley, firmly anchored to the vehicle with heavy-duty tension straps.
2. Steel protective cap is mandatory:
   • Due to the enormous weight of approximately 85 kg, the impact of a fall is massive. The steel protective cap must always be fully screwed onto the cylinder to prevent the valve from breaking off. A broken valve turns the cylinder into a rocket.
3. Ventilated transport (Open loading bed highly recommended):
   • Preferably never transport a B50 in a closed passenger car. Use an open pickup, an open trailer, or a van with certified mechanical roof and floor ventilation. If a micro-leak occurs, the large amount of gas in a B50 creates an explosive atmosphere in a closed, unventilated space within minutes.
4. Fire extinguisher mandatory:
   • For professional transport (even under the 1000-point exemption), a certified 2 kg powder fire extinguisher (ABC) must always be immediately accessible to the driver.
5. Loading and unloading:
   • Given the weight of nearly 90 kg, a B50 cylinder must not be lifted manually. Use a tail lift, forklift, or a specially certified lifting clamp. Never let the cylinder fall or roll off the loading bed.