IMSBC coal self-heating screening - temperature rise, CH₄ / CO concentrations in cargo space trigger action.
Formula
$$ \text{T} > 55°C \lor CO > 50 ppm \Rightarrow \text{self-heating} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $T$ | Cargo-hold temperature | °C | RTD |
| $CO$ | Carbon monoxide | ppm | gas analyser |
| $CH₄$ | Methane | %LEL | gas analyser |
Sources
- IMSBC Code - Coal Schedule.