Advantages of bursting and rupture disc technology

Rapture discs prevent incorrect pressure differential to a high level by bursting to relieve system pressure. Usually, a ruptured disc is designed to relieve the maximum allowable working pressure of the vessel. The rupture disc can also protect against suction when vacuum conditions are present. The control of overpressure is essential to protect equipment and systems and prevent personal injury and potential loss of life. The elfab produces several ruptures and bursting disc technology with the correct performance of rupture disc range. Here are a few advantages of using the rapture and bursting disc:

Optimal leak tightness

The isolation of rupture discs with a pressure relief has a major advantage. Due to this process, it prevents leaking into the environment. The rupture disc will act as a solid barrier between the process and the PRV. Due to the toxic nature, leakage has become an unacceptable thing. Safety equipment should operate leak free over long periods.

Improved corrosion resistance

When the safety valve is isolated with the bursting disc, the exotic materials can be reduced by selecting costly material. If the pressure relief valve's sealing surface, then it can be damaged over time, resulting in the need to replace an expensive valve lined with material. Corrosion can diminish alloys and result in the valve leaking, or it can break to open when required to relieve pressure. If used downstream, a disc will prevent corrosive vapours from contacting the valve internals. Some rapture discs are equipped with burst indication to show the signal if the valve is open or leaks.

Increased reliability

The rupture disc and the bursting disc don’t have any moving parts and maintenance requirements, which shows the reliability of the relief system design. The rupture discs are cost savings. They reduce the maintenance cost, including calibration, reducing the downtime for testing; it increases the valve's life span and reduces the capital cost due to standard materials. The rupture disc is the best option to install, which offers more advantages and limitations. It can be the best solution for the comprehensive protection of the facility.

Final thoughts

These are the required benefits of using the bursting disc and ruptured disc. They are best for preventing leakage into the valve internals and fugitive emissions and don't cause corrosion to the valve or other equipment.