Rupture disc solutions for almost any pressure relief application.
When working with elevated pressures and temperatures in the process industry, any unexpected overpressure event can trigger catastrophic equipment damage and, most importantly, putting people’s lives at risk.
For over 75 years, Fike rupture discs have been a trusted solution for these critical conditions, designed to activate precisely at exactly the right moment. Fike discs “break” precisely when they are called upon to relieve dangerous overpressure environments.
Complies with ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Section VIII 2021 and the BPVC (Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code) 2025 SectionXIII, the use of a PRD pressure relief device is mandatory in hermetic containers that have design pressure > 15 PSI. One of the two devices that the standard accepts are rupture discs.
Fike rupture discs can be supplied with FDA, ATEX or ASME Certifications.
G2 Manufacturing Technology
Rupture discs are a symbol of trust and security. Our job is to ensure that when you integrate a Fike rupture disc into your process, it works exactly as intended and performs the function for which it was designed. This level of precision can make the difference between protecting the continuity of your operation and your business, but, above all, protecting your staff from dangerous pressure-related events.
Fike’s premium G2 rupture discs are the result of 75 years of rupture disc manufacturing, with our highest operating ratings, tightest burst tolerances stricter and longer life cycles.
In Fike rupture discs, type G2, the pressure hits on the convex side, this guarantees its perfect functioning, and also gives it many other advantages over discs where the pressure hits the concave side.
Custom designed solutions
Fike offers custom pressure relief solutions beyond standard options through specialized equipment, an in-house ASME certified laboratory and extensive experience. The company manufactures rupture discs from very small to very large sizes (⅛” up to 42″), using standard materials to special alloys such as titanium, Hastelloy®, gold or silver, to accommodate particular thermal, chemical and corrosion requirements. Additionally, Fike performs rigorous pressure, backpressure, vacuum, leak, and cycle life testing to ensure the final product meets the customer’s exact specifications and ensures safety and reliability.
Where are rupture discs used?
Rupture discs are found anywhere overpressure protection is critical. They are installed in a wide range of industries, protecting pressure vessels, piping systems, reactors and process equipment against dangerous pressure build-ups.
1.Process industries
- Chemical and Petrochemical Plants.
- Protect reactors, heat exchangers and storage tanks.
- Piping systems that handle hazardous materials.
2.Poil and Gas (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream)
- Used in separators, compressors, gas dehydration.
- Torch units and systems.
3. Refineries
- Installed in columns, condensers and boilers as primary or secondary pressure relief.
- Fpharmaceuticals and Biotechnology
- They are used in sterile and sanitary systems such as bioreactors, fermenters, centrifuges and CIP/SIP2 equipment.
4. Afoods and Drinks
- In mixing vessels, pasteurizers, brew kettles and filling equipment.
- Hygienic rupture discs ensure sterility and product integrity.
5. Energy and Power Generation
- They are used in boilers, turbines and fuel gas systems for both conventional and combined cycle power plants.
6. Cryogenic and industrial gas systems
- They protect liquid nitrogen, oxygen and argon storage tanks, pipelines and vaporizers, equipment that must operate reliably at extremely low temperatures.
7. Ttransport and storage
- Installed on tank trucks, wagons and ISO3 containers.
- Transportation of liquids or gases under pressure.
- Avoid explosions due to external fire or internal reaction.