Flame Arrestor
A flame arrestor, also known as an arrester, is a crucial safety device installed at the opening of an enclosure or on the connecting pipework in a gas transmission system. It allows gases and liquids to pass through while effectively preventing the transmission of a flame, thus helping to prevent fire or explosion.
The primary function of a flame arrestor is to stop a larger fire or explosion by extinguishing the flame and halting fuel combustion.
In simple terms, a flame arrestor is a device that facilitates gas transmission but prevents the propagation of a flame.
Types Of Flame Arrestor
End of line vent to atmosphere arresters serve as a crucial safety device to prevent fire or explosions from infiltrating an enclosure. In-line measures are also essential to prevent the propagation of an explosion within gas transmission pipelines.
Deflagration-Detonation Flame arrestor
The deflagration Flame Arrester is a crucial safety device designed to stop the initial phase of an explosion during gas transmission. It is shorter and lighter than the unstable detonation arrestor, but it does have specific restrictions on its placement within the pipework, especially regarding the distance from the source of ignition to effectively prevent fire.
Flame arrestor element
The flame arrestor element, an essential safety device in gas transmission systems, is constructed from wound corrugated and flat metal strips. This design effectively prevents fire by controlling the gaps within its structure.