Proper Installation of Rupture Disc Assures Proper Performance - Here's How

Rupture discs are fixed setpoint devices designed to provide failsafe performance in venting gases or liquids in the case of excessive pressure. The precision made and certified disc is contained within a holder specially designed for the disc and to facilitate proper inspection and maintenance.

Fike is a globally recognized manufacturer of products that protect people and critical assets from dangers such as fire, explosion and over-pressurization. With over 60 years experience manufacturing products ranging from rupture discs and explosion protection systems, to fire suppression and fire alarm systems, Fike offers reliable solutions for customers around the world.

An integral part of the inclusion of a safety device in a process system is the manner in which it is installed. Documented product performance, upon which the user is depending, is predicated upon installation in a manner which duplicates the rating condition. Varying from the manufacturer's installation procedure or instructions can have an impact on the performance of almost any process measurement and control product, but adherence to procedure is especially important when safety devices are concerned. The video below demonstrates the proper procedure for installing Fike rupture discs.

Fike provides certified rupture discs to meet all applications for process industries including isolating pressure relief valves from corrosive materials, reducing involuntary emissions, insuring pressure relief in critical applications, rupture discs for sanitary/pharmaceutical processes.

Share your over-pressure safety requirements with a product specialist and select from the complete line of cost-effective rupture discs, holders and custom pressure relief devices which are compliant with global code regulations and designed to meet or exceed industry requirements for performance, reliability and quality.