GB25974.1-2026
Powered support for coal mine—Part 1: General technical specification
煤矿用液压支架 第1部分：通用技术条件
GB 25974.1-2026 is an upcoming mandatory Chinese national standard for Powered support for coal mine—Part 1: General technical specification. It appears in the Machinery compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Mar 1, 2027.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the research and development, design, production, and testing of powered supports for coal mines (also known as hydraulic supports). It covers general technical specifications for various types of supports, including 2-leg shield powered supports, 4-leg shield powered supports, and chock supports. This standard is mandatory for all manufacturers producing hydraulic supports for the Chinese coal mining industry. It does not apply to standalone hydraulic components like cylinders or valves, which are covered in other parts of the GB 25974 series.
Technical requirements
The standard specifies comprehensive requirements across multiple performance categories to ensure operational safety and reliability. Key areas include general safety requirements such as pedestrian walkways, dust suppression, and anti-slip measures, as well as specific structural features like lifting points and anti-falling devices. Manufacturers must ensure that all structural components can withstand specified loading conditions without permanent deformation or weld cracking. It details performance metrics for sealing performance, support performance, and adaptability, requiring that supports maintain stability under rated working pressures and adapt to various seam angles. The standard also outlines strict criteria for yielding performance, ensuring that the support force does not exceed 110% of the rated working resistance during roof convergence. Material specifications require the use of killed steel suitable for welding, with specific impact toughness requirements at low temperatures (-20°C). Light metals are strictly prohibited on external surfaces to prevent spark hazards in explosive environments. Welding procedures must comply with the GB/T 12467 series standards.
Testing methods
The standard outlines rigorous testing procedures, including sealing performance tests under sustained pressure, structural strength tests using various loading configurations (e.g., end loading, torsional loading, eccentric loading), and durability tests involving cyclic loading. Testing must be conducted on a complete support or representative structural assemblies using internal or external loading test rigs. Material properties are verified through tensile and Charpy impact tests according to GB/T 228.1 and GB/T 229.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 25974.1-2026?
It regulates powered supports for coal mines, including 2-leg and 4-leg shield supports, used for roof support in underground coal mining.
Are there any significant updates from the previous GB 25974.1-2010 version?
Yes, the 2026 version introduces new requirements for pressure display, anti-falling devices, and lifting point markings, while removing certain outdated material strength requirements.
Does this standard cover hydraulic valves and cylinders?
No, this part covers general technical conditions for the support structure. Valves and cylinders are regulated under GB 25974.3 and GB 25974.2 respectively.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Product
- CCS
- D97
- ICS
- 73.100
- Competent department
- National Mine Safety Administration
- Technical committee
- National Mine Safety Administration
Relationships
Replaces:GB 25974.1-2010 (Current)