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    PSV or a Rupture disc

    Thank you all for the valuable reply. Yes, the fluid is a siloxane which is flammable and slightly toxic.
  2. PCM9

    PSV or a Rupture disc

    Sure. I am noting down the main differences I know: Aspects-----------PSV------Rupture disc Chance of Leak-----High-----Leak tight Cost---------------High-----Low Reusable-----------Yes------No Adjustable---------Yes------No- fixed setting Maintenance--------High ----Low Inventory loss...
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    PSV or a Rupture disc

    Dear All, This is just a basic question. I am designing a relief device for a Tank handling a flammable fluid. What are the points to be kept in mind to determine whether we need to choose a PSV or we should choose a Rupture disk for this new tank. The relief device will be routed to...

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