zook rupture disk

A Zook rupture disk is a type of pressure relief device used to protect pressure vessels, piping, and other process equipment from overpressure. It is a thin, circular disk made of metal or composite material that is designed to rupture at a predetermined pressure. When the pressure in the process equipment reaches the predetermined level, the disk bursts, allowing the pressure to be safely released.

The Zook rupture disk is designed to provide rapid and accurate response to pressure changes and can handle a wide range of pressures and temperatures. It is commonly used in industries such as chemical processing, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage.

The Zook rupture disk operates differently from a pressure relief valve, which typically re-closes after the pressure has been relieved. Once a Zook rupture disk has ruptured, it must be replaced with a new disk to restore the equipment's pressure protection capabilities.