Definition(s)
Rupture-Disk Device
Nonreclosing pressure-relief device actuated by static differential pressure between the inlet and outlet of the device and designed to function by the bursting of a rupture disk.
- NOTE: A rupture disk device includes a rupture disk and a rupture disk holder.
Source: API STD 521, Pressure-relieving and Depressuring Systems, Sixth Edition, January 2014. Global Standards
Rupture-Disk Device
Non-reclosing pressure-relief device actuated by static differential pressure between the inlet and outlet of the device and designed to function by the bursting of a rupture disk.
- NOTE:1 A rupture disk device includes a rupture disk and a rupture disk holder.
- NOTE: 2 In ISO 4126-2, this is termed a bursting-disc safety device.
Source: API STD 521, Pressure-relieving and Depressuring Systems, Fifth Edition, January 2007 (Addendum May 2008). Global Standards