Guideline A-08
According to the definition (see Article 2 paragraph 5 pressure accessorymeans a device with an operational function and having an identifiablepressure-bearing housing – i.e. the device has a function additional to that ofcontaining pressure.The pressure accessory can be attached to other pressure equipment forexample by bolting, brazing, soldering or welding. A pressure accessory has a […]
Guideline A-15
Yes, if a pressure related hazard is identified in relation with the operational function of the pressure accessory (see also PED Guideline A-08). Examples for valves: The intended use of the valve shall be described in the operating instructions, and where it is to be used as a sole mean of isolation, it shall meet […]
Guideline A-25
A sensor alone does not meet the definition of a pressure accessory, as per Article 2 (5) (see PED Guideline A-08), nor the definition of a safety accessory, as per Article 2 (4). Consequently, no CE marking (due to the PED) is to be put on the individual sensor. The conformity assessment procedure and essential […]
Guideline A-40
The term pressure-bearing housing refers to an envelope in which fluid under pressure (PS > 0,5) is contained or transported (volume V > 0). Therefore, a product whose only pressure-bearing surface is a flange or screwed fitting is not a pressure accessory but is a component of an item of pressure equipment under the Pressure […]
Guideline B-37
A condensate trap is intended to play an operational role which is the collection of condensates. Therefore it is generally considered as a pressure accessory, placed on the market with CE marking where appropriate. However, a condensate trap specifically designed and manufactured as a part of a given item of piping may be assessed as […]
Guideline B-40
The pressure accessory does not become a safety accessory by putting both accessories together. The combination does not expand the different functions of the individual items. Both accessories shall be subjected to appropriate conformity assessment and marking. Note 1:A pressure accessory equipped with a safety accessory is not an assembly because it does not constitute […]