UL 147B PDF

1 Scope

1.1 These requirements cover nonrefillable (disposable) aerosol type metal container assemblies, charged with a commercial grade hydrocarbon fuel gas (primarily butane), constructed, charged, and marked in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 49, Specification 2P or 2Q.

1.2 Nonrefillable type metal container assemblies covered by these requirements are used with equipment for such purposes as, but not limited to, camping, cooking, heating, lighting, soldering, or brazing, and as covered in the following standards:

1. a) Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, NFPA 58.
2. b) Standard for Hand-Held Torches for Fuel Gases, UL 147.

1.3 These requirements do not cover DOT 39 specification cylinder assemblies covered by the requirements in the Standard for Nonrefillable (Disposable) Type Fuel Gas Cylinder Assemblies, UL 147A.

Summary of Topics

This New Fifth Edition of ANSI/UL 147B dated July 18, 2024 includes editorial changes including renumbering and reformatting to align with current style.