Tank Car Rupture Disks

Tank Car Rupture Disks

Tank Car Rupture Disks

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document provides technical specifications and features of BS&B's rupture disks designed for railroad tank cars. These disks conform to ICC regulations and are adaptable to standard tank car fittings.
Materials: The rupture disks are constructed using Inconel® (alloy 600) for the top section, 316 stainless steel for the vacuum support and tank car ring, and fluoropolymer for the gasket and seal. Special materials can be requested.
Features: The disks offer standard AAR burst ratings, simple installation, high accuracy, and superior cycle life under pressure cycling conditions. The pressure zone is protected by a slotted top section and a fluoropolymer seal.
Types of Rupture Disks:
  • Type TC: Designed for standard tank car fittings with US and international patents.
  • Type SR-TC: Surge-resistant, suitable for both tank cars and over-the-road trailers, offering extended service life and resistance to overpressure surges of 125% to 140% of the rated burst pressure.
Standard Pressure Ranges: The disks are available in pressure ranges from 25-222 psig (1.7-15 barg), with specific burst pressures detailed in the document.
Construction and Installation: The disks feature a slotted top section protected by a tank car ring, with a vacuum support to prevent damage during transit. They can be installed directly onto standard threaded or bolted tank car fittings.
Contact Information: The document lists contact details for BS&B offices worldwide, including locations in the USA, Brazil, Mexico, Ireland, UK, Germany, UAE, Russia, China, India, Singapore, and Japan.
Disclaimer: Product specifications are subject to change, and inquiries should be directed to BS&B for specific applications. The document does not constitute a warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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Rupture Disks BSBSystems.com | BSB.ie Visit our website for the most complete, up-to-date information Tank Car Rupture Disks The BS&B type TCTM rupture disk for railroad tank car service is designed to conform with ICC regulations. The highly accurate disk is adaptable to standard threaded or bolted type tank car fittings. If dimensions of tank car fittings are different from the ones shown, BS&B will design a special disk on request. Type TC tank car disks US patents 2,954,897; 3,698,598; and international patents apply The pressure zone of the TC disk is the slotted top section. fluoropolymer seal isolates the top section from contents of the tank. Vacuum support prevents excessive downward movement of the seal should the disk be subjected to vacuum during unloading or while the car is in transit. Vacuum support also protects the disk when the car is in transit or being “humped.” The tank car ring located on the atmospheric side of the disk protects controlled pressure zone of the disk even though ID • Available in standard AAR burst ratings • Simple installation • Accurate • Superior cycle life under pressure cycling conditions • Top section: Inconel® (alloy 600) • Vacuum support: 316 stainless steel • Tank car ring: 316 stainless steel • Gasket: fluoropolymer • Seal: fluoropolymer Special materials available on request Inconel® is a trademark of Inco Allo

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The type SR-TC™ rupture disk is a surge-resistant rupture disk for railroad tank cars and over-the-road trailers. It is designed for direct installation on to standard threaded or bolted type tank car fittings and is available in standard AAR burst ratings. Type SR-TC rupture disks The slotted top section is protected by a tank car ring which also ensures burst accuracy. A vacuum support prevents damage to the disk, should the disk be subjected to vacuum during unloading or while the tank car is in transit. A spacer ring is located above the FEP / PTFE seal and the top section. The TC or SR-TC...

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