| Design |
Extruder, Forward Acting |
| Size Range |
3/16 – 5 in |
4.5 - 127 mm |
|
| Burst Pressure Range |
1,500 – 50,000 PSIG |
103.4 - 3448 BARG |
105.46 - 3515 KG/CM2 |
| Tolerances |
See Chart on Datasheet |
The Fike Extruder Rupture Disc Device or ERD (also known as a Blow Out Plug ), is a pressure relief device primarily designed for overpressure protection of plastic extrusion processes. Extruder Rupture Disc applications are unique, each requiring a specific combination of dimensions, threading, and body configuration. Fike has a variety of standard Extruder Rupture Disc devices, and the capability to design and manufacture to customer specifications.
- Higher pressures and temperature ratings may be achieved with a welded design
- Standard materials of construction are stainless steel for the body and Inconel® 600 for the rupture disc. Other materials are available upon request