Rupture Disc

A rupture disc, also known as a bursting disc, is a pressure relief device used to protect equipment and personnel from the consequences of overpressure or vacuum conditions. It is designed to burst or rupture at a specific pressure, allowing the pressurized fluid or gas to escape from the system and relieving the pressure.

Rupture discs are typically made of metal, plastic or graphite, and can be installed in a variety of applications, including pipelines, pressure vessels, tanks, and other pressure-containing equipment. They can be designed to operate in a variety of environments, such as high or low temperatures, corrosive or abrasive fluids, and hazardous or explosive atmospheres.

One of the advantages of using rupture discs over other pressure relief devices such as relief valves is that they have no moving parts and do not require any external power source. This makes them reliable and easy to maintain. Rupture discs are also used in combination with relief valves for added safety and redundancy.

Uses Of Repture Disc

Rupture discs are used in a variety of applications where pressure relief is necessary to protect equipment and personnel from overpressure or vacuum conditions. Some of the common uses of rupture discs include:

• Pressure vessels: Rupture discs are often installed in pressure vessels, such as boilers, to prevent them from overpressurizing and potentially causing explosions.
• Pipelines: Rupture discs can be used in pipelines to protect against overpressure caused by blockages, pump failures, or other events.
• Chemical and petrochemical processes: Rupture discs are used in chemical and petrochemical processes to protect against overpressure caused by reactions, equipment failures, or other events.
• Aerospace and aviation: Rupture discs are used in the aerospace and aviation industry to protect against overpressure or vacuum conditions in aircraft fuel tanks, hydraulic systems, and other components.
• Pharmaceutical and biotech: Rupture discs can be used in pharmaceutical and biotech processes to protect against overpressure caused by reactions or equipment failures.
• Food and beverage: Rupture discs are used in the food and beverage industry to protect against overpressure in tanks and other equipment used in the production process.

Overall, rupture discs are a critical component in pressure relief systems used to ensure the safe and reliable operation of various industrial processes and equipment.

Specification

Brand :	Fidicon Devices India
Size :	15NB TO 600NB (ANSI/ASA/ASME B16.5/PN/NPT)
Connection :	Flanged, Threaded
Materials :	ASTM A216 GR. WCB (CS), SS 316, SS 304, SS 316TI, HASTELLOY C, PTFE, RUBBER, CAF, FEP, METALLIC SPIRAL WOUND GRAPHITE, and other as per customer requirement.