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VENT-SAF™ Explosion Vents |
Explosion vents
are low burst pressure membranes of calculated area fixed over an opening
on the structure to be protected. In the event of a deflagration the vents
provide a rapid and unrestricted opening at a predetermined burst pressure
(Pstat) allowing combustion gases to expand and flow through the open
vent. The required relief area necessary to protect plant or equipment may
be determined by using the most current standards of NFPA 68 or VDI 3673.
The most suitable explosion vent may be selected by matching the
information in this catalog with the particular operating
conditions.
The Vent-Saf® explosion vents can protect industrial equipment including silos, dust collectors, cyclones, conveyers, dryers…and many more.
The Vent-Saf Product Line
Types VSP™ (Vent-Saf Plus ) and VSS™ (Vent-Saf Sanitary) domed single section metal explosion vents with integral gaskets. The dome is formed to resist vacuum.
Type VSE™ (Vent-Saf Economy) a flat, single section metal explosion vent with integral gaskets.
Type EXP/DV™ a round domed explosion vent of composite construction with integral gaskets. The EXP/DV vent has a laser cut stitch pattern in the dome area. A fluoropolymer liner covers the slits providing a seal. The vent burst pressure is controlled by the arrangement of the stitch pattern.
The Vent-Saf vents are available in both round or rectangular styles designed to be mounted on the structure to be protected using a Safety Frame.
Features and Benefits
Types VSP, VSS AND VSE- Unique, economic and patented design.
- Accurate reliable and leak tight.
- Enhanced abrasion resistance.
- One-piece metal construction without slits on the process side avoiding product accumulation.
- Optional design for aseptic/sanitary applications.
- No fragile PTFE seal that may puncture and admit moisture.
- Superior dynamic performance due to low mass compared with composite designs.
- Operating pressures up to 60% of the minimum tagged pressure rating (80% under certain conditions).
- Thermal insulation available to permit use in operating temperatures to 2000°F/1093°C, to reduce heat loss or prevent condensation.
- Supplied with integral gaskets ready for installation.
- Fail-safe design, if damaged it will provide a relief opening below its rated pressure.
Specification Data
and Ordering Checklist
The items to consider in
selecting and ordering an explosion vent. For an Application Data Sheet
listing required information contact BS&B.
- Product name (example:VSP).
- Size.
- Positive burst pressure (Pstat) at coincident temperature.
- Normal operating pressure and temperature.
- Maximum operating pressure and temperature.
- Maximum vacuum pressure.
- Process media compatibility with materials of vent.
- Pressure cycling conditions.
- Frames (bolted, welded); panel bolt pattern, BS&B standard or special, please specify.
- Optional insulation design.
- Optional sanitary/aseptic design
- Optional magnetic burst sensor (specify if armored cable or factory installation of switch on frame is required).
- Optional full gaskets.
- Other special requirements.
Types VSP & VSS
Burst Pressure
(pstat)Burst pressures are
available from 0.3 psig (0.021 barg) to 5 psig (0.35 barg) depending on
vent size and configuration.
Vacuum
ServiceThe VSP and VSS vents with
their domed constructions are designed to resist high vacuum under cycling
conditions without the need for vacuum support bars attached to the inner
safety Frame. The vacuum rating of a vent is dependent on the vent’s burst
pressure, consult BS&B Safety Systems, Inc or BS&B Safety Systems,
Ltd.
Service
CapabilitiesThe VSP vent has been
tested to over 1 million pressure cycles from vacuum to light positive
pressure while retaining its burst accuracy. The VSP vent exhibits
superior performance compared to conventional composite vents that fatigue
after less than 40,000 pressure cycles under equivalent test
conditions.The type VSS vent is of
similar construction to the type VSP vent and is suitable for static or
cyclic vacuum service conditions only.
Type VSE
Burst Pressure
(pstat)Burst pressure is available
from 0.25 psig (0.017 barg) to 5 psig (0.35 barg) depending on vent size.
The VSE vent will burst at the same pressure in both directions.
Vacuum
ServiceThe VSE must be installed
in a Safety Frame with vacuum support bars in order to withstand vacuum or
back-pressure.
Service
CapabilitiesThe VSE is designed for
atmospheric, or static pressure service conditions.
Round VSE VENTS. There are two standard designs providing a one petal or four petal shape relief openings. The four-petal design offers high burst pressure.
Types VSP, VSS & VSE
Operating Pressure The VSP, VSS and VSE vents are suitable for positive pressures up to 60% of the minimum burst pressure. However , under certain conditions up to 80% of the minimum burst pressure is possible. Consult BS&B Safety Systems, Inc.
Vent OperationThe perimeter of the rectangular or square vents are laser cut on three sides in a stitch pattern. The fourth side acts as a hinge, and retains the central section, controlling fragmentation upon opening of the vent The laser cut slits in the vent are covered by integral gaskets or sealing material to achieve a leak tight sealed construction.
Materials of ConstructionThe VSP, VSE and VSS explosion vents in 316SS* standard material are available with a variety of gasket and seal materials depending on the application.
|
Gasket |
Seal |
Standard designs’ |
Silicone sponge |
Silicone sponge |
Sanitary/Aseptic Design |
White solid silicone (FDA) |
RTV (FDA approved) |
High Temperature Applications(above 300°F,150°C) |
Red Solid silicone |
RTV (high temperature) |
For economy half silicone sponge gaskets are provided as standard which cover half the flange to the bolt holes. Full gaskets may be supplied on request. Alternative gasket materials including Neoprene and Solid Viton® are also available.
*Vents are available in alternative materials.
‘Silicone sponge component acts as a gasket/seal and is fitted to both sides of the vent.Viton® is a registered trademark of Du Pont Dow Elastomers LLC
Burst Tolerance
Burst pressure psig (barg) |
Tolerance psig (barg) |
|
Type VSP VSS |
Type VSE |
|
Below 1.5 (0.1) |
Below 1.0 (0.069) |
+ 0.25 (0.017) |
At or above 1.5 (0.1) |
At or above 1.0 (0.069) |
+ 0.5 (0.034) |
An alternative tolerance of +/-0.25 % may be offered if required by the customer, contact us. The tag is affixed to the discharge side of the vent will be marked with a minimum-maximum burst pressure range.
Rectangular and Round Explosion Vent Dimensions
The dimensions and relief areas of VSP and VSE vents in either rectangular or round designs are given in Tables 1 and 2. Contact BS&B Safety Systems, Inc. or BS&B Safety Systems, Ltd. for non-standard sizes.
Safety Frames
Rectangular vents can be mounted in lightweight angle profile Safety Frames. Round vents can be installed between standard weld neck flanges in accordance with ANSI 150 or DIN PN10 or in lightweight angle profile frames. Safety frames are available in 304SS or carbon steel.
The frames are designed to either bolt or weld on to the equipment to be protected. If frames are manufactured by the user, details of bolt sizes, spacing and dimensions must be given to BS&B Safety Systems, Inc. prior to vent manufacture to ensure correct vent performance.
Operating Temperature
The standard explosion vent may be used in temperatures –40°F to 300°F (-40°C to 150°C), the sanitary/aseptic design –80°F to 450°F (-62°C to 232°C) and with solid silicone gaskets the RTV (High Temperature) seal –80°F to 500°F (-62°C to 260°C). Alternative vent construction permits higher temperatures.
Sanitary/Aseptic Applications
These explosion vents of single section stainless steel construction with smooth internal surface finish are free of cavities. Solid White silicone gaskets are supplied fitted to the vent flange area and FDA approved RTV sealing material applied to the vent perimeter to achieve a sanitary/aseptic construction.
Thermal Insulation
Thermally insulated vents using either urethane or ceramic material may be offered to prevent heat loss or condensation on the vent. Insulation will also permit their use in high temperature service up to 2000°F (1093°C). The insulation is integral to the panel construction, requiring no additional field installation. The type and thickness of the insulation material will be selected to suit the operating temperature requirements. The additional insulation is taken into consideration when the burst pressure is determined. An optional stainless steel weather cover is available to provide added protection of the insulation against rain, ice or debris.
Burst Sensor
The MBS™ Type magnetic sensor is available to provide immediate warning upon bursting of the explosion vent. A magnetic activator is fitted to the vent and a proximity switch attached to the safety frame. Warning of a burst vent is given when the current flowing through the sensor is disrupted giving an open circuit signal. The sensor is suitable for use in hazardous areas provided a suitable power level or Zener barrier is used to meet intrinsically safe requirements. An armored style sensor is also available.
RECTANGULAR VSP, VSS AND VSE VENT DIMENSIONS
Nom. Size |
A |
B |
C |
D |
Net Relief |
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in. |
in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. sq. |
cm. sq. |
9.0 x 12.0 |
12.0 |
304.8 |
9.0 |
228.6 |
16.0 |
406.4 |
13.0 |
330.2 |
98 |
631 |
12.0 x 18.0 |
18.0 |
457.2 |
12.0 |
304.8 |
22.0 |
558.8 |
16.0 |
406.4 |
201 |
1298 |
18.0 x 18.0 |
18.0 |
457.2 |
18.0 |
457.2 |
22.0 |
558.8 |
22.0 |
558.8 |
306 |
1976 |
18.0 x 24.0 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
18.0 |
457.2 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
22.0 |
558.8 |
411 |
2653 |
18.0 x 30.0 |
30.0 |
762.0 |
18.0 |
457.2 |
34.0 |
863.6 |
22.0 |
558.8 |
516 |
3331 |
18.0 x 36.0 |
36.0 |
914.4 |
18.0 |
457.2 |
40.0 |
1016.0 |
22.0 |
558.8 |
621 |
4008 |
19.0 x 59.0 |
59.0 |
1498.6 |
19.0 |
482.6 |
63.0 |
1600.2 |
23.0 |
584.2 |
1082 |
6982 |
24.0 x 24.0 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
552 |
3563 |
24.0 x 30.0 |
30.0 |
762.0 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
34.0 |
863.6 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
693 |
4473 |
24.0 x 36.0 |
36.0 |
914.4 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
40.0 |
1016.0 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
834 |
5382 |
24.0 x 44.0 |
44.0 |
1117.6 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
48.0 |
1219.2 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
1022 |
6595 |
24.0 x 48.0 |
48.0 |
1219.2 |
24.0 |
609.6 |
52.0 |
1320.8 |
28.0 |
711.2 |
1116 |
7202 |
29.0 x 59.0 |
59.0 |
1498.6 |
29.0 |
736.6 |
63.0 |
1600.2 |
33.0 |
838.2 |
1667 |
10756 |
30.0 x 36.0 |
36.0 |
914.4 |
30.0 |
762.0 |
40.0 |
1016.0 |
34.0 |
863.6 |
1047 |
6756 |
30.0 x 48.0 |
48.0 |
1219.2 |
30.0 |
762.0 |
52.0 |
1320.8 |
34.0 |
863.6 |
1401 |
9040 |
32.5 x 65.0 |
65.0 |
1651.0 |
32.5 |
825.5 |
69.0 |
1752.6 |
36.5 |
927.1 |
2064 |
13316 |
36.0 x 36.0 |
36.0 |
914.4 |
36.0 |
914.4 |
40.0 |
1016.0 |
40.0 |
1016.0 |
1260 |
8131 |
44.5 x 44.5 |
44.5 |
1130.3 |
44.5 |
1130.3 |
48.5 |
1231.9 |
48.5 |
1231.9 |
1936 |
12490 |
44.5 x 68.0 |
68.0 |
1727.2 |
44.5 |
1130.3 |
72.0 |
1828.8 |
48.5 |
1231.9 |
2970 |
19161 |
ROUND VSP AND VSE VENT DIMENSIONS
Nominal Size |
A |
B |
Bolt Hole Design |
Net Relief |
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Outside Dimension |
Inside Dimension |
Bolt Circle |
No. of Holes |
Hole Dia. |
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in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. |
mm. |
in. sq. |
cm. sq. |
|
8.0 |
200.0 |
13.50 |
342.90 |
8.00 |
203.20 |
11.750 |
298.45 |
8 |
0.875 |
22.23 |
44 |
284 |
10.0 |
250.0 |
16.00 |
406.40 |
10.00 |
254.00 |
14.250 |
361.95 |
12 |
1.000 |
25.40 |
71 |
458 |
12.0 |
300.0 |
19.00 |
482.60 |
12.00 |
304.80 |
17.000 |
431.80 |
12 |
1.000 |
25.40 |
104 |
671 |
14.0 |
350.0 |
21.00 |
533.40 |
13.25 |
336.55 |
18.750 |
476.25 |
12 |
1.125 |
28.58 |
130 |
839 |
16.0 |
400.0 |
19.75 |
501.65 |
16.25 |
412.75 |
18.125 |
460.38 |
16 |
0.500 |
12.70 |
195 |
1258 |
18.0 |
450.0 |
21.75 |
552.45 |
18.25 |
463.55 |
20.125 |
511.18 |
16 |
0.500 |
12.70 |
247 |
1594 |
20.0 |
500.0 |
23.75 |
603.25 |
20.25 |
514.35 |
22.125 |
561.98 |
20 |
0.500 |
12.70 |
306 |
1974 |
24.0 |
600.0 |
27.75 |
704.85 |
24.25 |
615.95 |
26.125 |
663.58 |
20 |
0.625 |
15.88 |
443 |
2858 |
30.0 |
750.0 |
33.75 |
857.25 |
30.25 |
768.35 |
32.500 |
825.50 |
28 |
0.625 |
15.88 |
695 |
4484 |
32.0 |
800.0 |
35.75 |
908.05 |
32.25 |
819.15 |
34.500 |
876.30 |
28 |
0.625 |
15.88 |
792 |
5110 |
36.0 |
900.0 |
39.75 |
1009.65 |
36.25 |
920.75 |
38.500 |
977.90 |
32 |
0.625 |
15.88 |
1004 |
6477 |
40.0 |
1000.0 |
43.75 |
1111.25 |
40.25 |
1022.35 |
42.500 |
1079.50 |
36 |
0.625 |
15.88 |
1241 |
8006 |
44.0 |
1100.0 |
47.75 |
1212.85 |
44.25 |
1123.95 |
46.500 |
1181.10 |
40 |
0.625 |
15.88 |
1503 |
9697 |
Type EXP/DV
Type EXP/DV Vent is a round domed vent of composite construction laser cut in a stitch pattern in the done area. An FEP/PTFE liner covers the slits providing a seal. The vent burst pressure is controlled by the arrangement of the stitch pattern.
Burst Pressure (pstat)From 1 psig (0.07 barg) and above depending on size.Sizes: 6" (150 mm) to 48" ( 1200 mm) relief diameter.Vacuum ServiceThe EXP/DV vent is fitted with a vacuum support to resist high vacuum.
Service CapabilitiesThe type EXP/DV vent exhibits good performance under pressure cycling conditions from vacuum to light positive pressure.
Burst ToleranceThe Burst Tolerance is +/- 0.5 psig (0.034 barg) of the nominal burst pressure. A tag is fixed to the discharge side of the vent and marked with the burst pressure range. Example: A vent with a nominal burst pressure of 3 psig (0.21 barg) will be tagged minimum 2.5 psig ( 0.17 barg) - maximum 3.5 psig (0.24 barg).
MaterialsThe top or burst control section and the vacuum support are 316SS. The seat is fluoropolymer. Other top section and seal materials are available.
Operating PressureThe EXP/DV vents are suitable for positive operating pressures up to 80% of the minimum burst pressure. Example: A vent with a nominal burst pressure of 2.5 psig (0.17 barg) is suitable for operating pressure up to 2 psig ( 0.138 barg).
InstallationThe EXP/DV vent can be installed between standard weldneck flanges in accordance with DIN PN 10, ANSI 150 or directly on to the structure to be protected. The vent must always be installed with a hold-down ring on the outer side to ensure proper performance. The vents are supplied with gaskets ready for installation.
Operating Temperature-40°F (-40°C) to 500°F (260°C)Thermally insulated vents using ceramic fiber material may be offered to prevent heat loss or condensation on the vent or to permit their use in high temperature service up to 2000°F (1093°C).
Type LCV
The EXP/LCV vent
is a rectangular flat vent of composite construction laser cut in a stitch
pattern around the vent’s perimeter.
Vacuum
Service
The LCV vent is
fitted with a support to resist vacuum.
Burst Pressure
(pstat)
0.5 psig (0.035
barg) to 5 psig (0.35 barg), depending on size, and in the same sizes as
types VSP and VSE vents.
Service
Capabilities
The type EXP/LCV
vent is designed for static or light pressure cycling duty.
Burst
Tolerance
The Burst
Tolerance is +/-0.25 psig (0.017 barg) of the nominal burst pressure. Tags
are marked with a min/max burst range.
Materials
The top section
is 316SS with a fluoropolymer seal. Other top section materials are
available.
Operating
Pressure
The vents are
suitable for operating pressures up to 60% of the minimum burst
range.
The type EXP/LCV vent is supplied with gaskets ready for installing in Safety Frames
For technical assistance on any explosion vent contact BS&B Safety Systems, Inc.
fluoropolymer is generally used other appropriate fluorocarbons may be supplied.
