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Safety Rupture Disc Assemblies
Operating Instruction Manual
Safety rupture discs are installed in Parr laboratory
reactors and pressure vessels to protect the equip-
ment and the operator from unexpected overpressure.
These safety devices are made in several styles, each
designed to match the size constraints and the relief
flow requirements of the reactor or vessel on which it
is used. Each assembly consists of a domed, frangible
metal disc clamped firmly against a carefully machined
orifice through which the disc will rupture and release
pressure/material from the vessel if the internal pres-
sure reaches a pre-determined burst range. All assem-
blies have either a safety tee or provision for attaching
extension piping or tubing to carry any discharge to a
safe area if the rupture disc should burst. The different
rupture disc assemblies used in Parr equipment are
illustrated with listings of the particular units in which
each is installed. The rupture disc installed in each Parr
reactor or pressure vessel will function as an effective
safety device when used as directed.
It is essential that the user of this equipment read and
observe the following instructions. Rupture discs are of
such simple construction that the user will often take
them for granted. Potential hazards can occur from: im-
proper disc selection, improper installation, improper
maintenance, improper usage, overfilling, over pressur-
izing, and from failure to provide adequate venting.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Retain the disc identification tag.
All rupture discs are furnished with a metal tag
which identifies the burst rating of the disc at a
particular temperature as well as the material of the
disc. When a complete reactor system or general
purpose vessel is furnished with a rupture disc,
these tags are attached to the safety head body
prior to shipment.
When installing a replacement disc, the new tag
should be attached to the safety head body. It is
important that these tags remain on the apparatus
so that both present and future operators will be
aware of the disc rating.
2. Select the proper burst rating.
Our standard rupture discs are made of thin metal
foils which are domed. The discs are installed with
the inside of the dome (concave side) exposed to
the pressure. The general guidance for rupture discs
of this design is that their maximum operating
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pressure should not exceed 90% of their design
burst pressure. This guidance was developed to
protect these discs from the effects of repeated
pressure pulsing. While no cycle life is guaranteed,
discs held to this 90% limit may be expected to
withstand 5,000 pressurization cycles. For most
Parr Pressure Vessels 5,000 cycles represents many
years of service.
It should be noted that the burst pressure tolerance
of these discs is ± 5%. So to take a disc to 90% of its
design may in fact be taking it to 95% of its actual
burst pressure. This does not leave much room for
pressure excursions.
The 600 psi discs are the lowest rating offered in
the 526HC Series discs and in the 708HC Series,
800 psi is the lowest available rating. If lower relief
pressures are desired or required, the user should
install a spring - loaded relief valve on the vessel to
serve as a primary relief device, leaving the rupture
disc in the system as the fail-safe protection in case
the mechanical relief valve does not function as
intended.
Standard rupture discs can be furnished with a
declaration of conformity showing burst pressures
at room temperature. At temperature rupture discs
can also be furnished with a declaration of confor-
mity showing burst pressures at room and elevated
temperatures. Custom discs made of other than
standard materials or burst ratings can be provided
within the limits of available materials and size
constraints. A minimum of three discs is usually
required for a special order.
3. Select a suitable disc material.
The disc must be made of a material which is com-
patible with the environment in which it is used.
This is particularly important when a reactor is used
for several different purposes. A disc that may have
been satisfactory for an original application may
not be suitable in a different situation. The Alloy
600 series discs usually installed in Parr pressure
equipment will resist most chemical vapors, yet it
cannot be assumed that an Alloy 600 disc will be
suitable for all applications. Strong mineral acids,
strong organic acids and wet halogens will attack
Alloy 600 to varying degrees. If corrosion becomes
a problem, gold facing or alternate disc materials
are available.
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The series 581HC discs for use in a 1/4” orifice are
Alloy 600 with a gold facing. This option is not
available for the 1/2” orifice series 708HC discs due
to their configuration.
Alternate materials such as Alloy C-276 and Tanta-
lum are available for either series disc for certain
ranges which varies with the different materials.
4. Allow for temperature effect.
The burst pressure for any metal rupture disc will
drop as the temperature is raised, although Alloy
600 discs are much more stable in this respect than
most other disc materials. An Alloy 600 disc will
retain about 90 percent of its rating when heated
from 22 °C to 500 °C. Alloy C276 discs are compa-
rable to Alloy 600 temperature for stability. Rupture
discs made of other materials, such as Tantalum,
will have entirely different temperature-pressure
profiles, usually losing strength much more rapidly
at elevated temperature.
5. Be alert to damage from over pressure.
Under normal operating conditions where the
pressure applied to a disc never exceeds 90 per-
cent of the burst rating there should be little or no
deterioration in the ability of the disc to function as
intended (unless it is affected by corrosion or other
external factors).
6. Provide safe venting.
The user must assume full responsibility for in-
stalling an adequate and safe venting system to
remove any toxic, flammable or volatile materials
which would be released if the rupture disc should
burst. Consideration must also be given to any
flying particles, disc fragments or reaction materials
which might be carried with the discharge. Contact
Parr technical staff for use of knock-out pots. The
discharge port from the rupture disc must always be
directed away from all operating personnel and pref-
erably, extension piping should be attached to the
safety head to carry any discharge to a fume hood
or to any other area where vapors can be released
safely. Connectors are available on the A888HC2
rupture disc assembly for attaching 1/4” NPT
female, 1/4” NPT male, or 3/8” OD tubing to carry
any discharge to a safe outlet. Be sure to anchor the
discharge end of the extension tubing securely.
The A707HC2 and A1417HC rupture disc assem-
blies installed on one gallon and larger reactors
have a straight discharge with a 1/2” NPT male
pipe thread to which extension tubing should be
attached. Any extension piping attached to this
assembly must also be anchored securely.
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7. Protect against loud noise.
When a rupture disc bursts the instantaneous expul-
sion of gases and vapors at sonic velocities creates
a loud noise which may damage the hearing of any
individual in the general vicinity of the apparatus.
Extension tubing will minimize this report, but indi-
vidual ear protectors may be the only effective way
to fully protect individuals from this hazard. Because
of this potential hazard it is always best to operate a
pressure reactor in an isolated area and to keep all
unnecessary personnel away from the equipment
while it is under pressure.
8. Install replacement discs carefully.
Before installing a replacement disc, ensure rup-
ture disc opening is clean and free from debris.
When replacing a rupture disc, the domed side
of the disc must project toward the outlet or
discharge end of the assembly. If there is a choice
between a sharp edge and a rounded edge on
the orifice ring which bears against the domed
side of the disc, place the rounded edge – not
the sharp edge – against the disc. Apply a light
coating of a thread lubricant (such as Parr 424HC2
anti-seize lube) to the surface of the orifice ring
which contacts the body plug, top and bottom
sealing surfaces of rupture disc, and to the faces
of the orifice cone which seals the assembly into
the pressure vessel or fitting. The installation will
be easier if you invert the assembly and the head
before screwing the parts into place and tightening
the compression body.
9. Rupture Discs rated at elevated temperatures:
The burst pressure of rupture discs rated at elevated
temperatures will increase when used at tempera-
tures lower than the specification. The percentage
increase in strength of the disc will be dependent on
the temperature profile of the material of the disc.
As such, rupture discs rated at elevated tempera-
tures may no longer provide suitable over-pressure
protection at lower temperatures. The user is advised
to exercise due diligence when using rupture discs
rated at elevated temperatures.
Customer Service
Questions concerning the installation or operation of
this instrument can be answered by the Parr Customer
Service Department:
1-309-762-7716 • 1-800-872-7720
Fax: 1-309-762-9453
E-mail: parr@parrinst.com • www.parrinst.com
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Torque Requirements for Standard 1/4” Torque Requirements for Standard 1/2” Torque Requirements for Standard 1/2”
Discs Installed on A888HC2 Assembly † Discs Installed on A707HC2 Assembly † Discs Installed on A1417HC Assembly †
Part Burst Pressure Torque Part Burst Pressure Torque Part Burst Pressure Torque
Number (PSI) (Ft-Lbs) Number (PSI) (Ft-Lbs) Number (PSI) (Ft-Lbs)
600 to 1000 33 800 to 1000 20 500 to 1000 38

1415 HC SERIES
708 HC SERIES
526 HC / 581 HC SERIES

>1000 to 2000 33 >1000 to 1500 25 >1000 to 2000 52

>2000 to 3000 33 >1500 to 2000 30 >2000 to 3000 66
>3000 to 4000 33 >2000 to 2500 35 >3000 to 4000 81
>4000 to 5000 33 >2500 to 3000 40 >4000 to 5000 96
>5000 to 6000 33
>6000 to 8000 33 † For
Rupture Discs constructed of materials other than Alloy C276 or Alloy 600, check supplemental
>8000 to 10000 39 operating instructions furnished with your order or contact Parr Customer Service Deptartment.

PARR RUPTURE DISC SERIES

Series 526HC Discs for 1/4” Orifice (For A888HC2 Assembly)
Part Number Burst Rating (psi) Max. Operating Pressure (psi) Temperature Material CE
526HCP6YA 600 540 22 °C Alum/FEP Y
526HCPD 1000 900 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP10CH 1000 900 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP11AD 1150 1035 22 °C T316 Y
526HCP11CT 1150 1035 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP12CT 1200 1080 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP14CT 1400 1260 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP14CH 1400 1260 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP15CT 1500 1350 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP15CH 1500 1350 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP17CT 1700 1530 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP19CT 1900 1710 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCPF 2000 1800 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP20CH 2000 1800 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP22CT 2200 1980 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCPG 3000 2700 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP29CH 2900 2610 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP29CT 2900 2610 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP30CH 3000 2700 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP40CT 4000 3600 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP45CT 4500 4050 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP45CH 4500 4050 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCPH 5000 4500 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP50CH 5000 4500 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP52CT 5250 4725 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP60CT 6000 5400 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCPJ 8000 7200 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP80CH 8000 7200 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP85CH 8500 7650 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
526HCP85CT 8500 7650 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
526HCP100CT 10,000 9000 22 °C Alloy 600 Y

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Series 526HC Discs for 1/4” Orifice (For A888HC2 Assembly) (Continued)
Part Number Burst Rating (psi) Max. Operating Pressure (psi) Temperature Material CE
526HCP10CTYZ35 1000 900 350 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP10CTYZ50 1000 900 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP19CTYZ35 1900 1710 350 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP19CTYZ50 1900 1710 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP20CHYZ50 2000 1800 500 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP20CTYZ35 2000 1800 350 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP20CTYZ50 2000 1800 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP29CHYZ30 2900 2610 300 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP29CTYZ35 2900 2610 350 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP29CHYZ35 2900 2610 350 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP30CHYZ35 3000 2700 350 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP30CTYZ35 3000 2700 350 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP30CHYZ50 3000 2700 500 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP30CTYZ50 3000 2700 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP42CTYZ60 4200 3780 600 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP44CTYZ50 4400 3960 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP50CHYZ35 5000 4500 350 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP50CHYZ35 5000 4500 350 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP50CHYZ50 5000 4500 500 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP50CTYZ35 5000 4500 350 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP50CTYZ50 5000 4500 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP59CTYZ50 5900 5310 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP80CTYZ50 8000 7200 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
526HCP94CHYZ35 9400 8460 350 ºC Alloy C276 Y
526HCP10CR ‡ 1000 900 22 °C Tantalum Y
‡ Maximum operating pressure will vary dramatically with increase in temperature.

Series 581HC Discs for 1/4” Orifice (For A888HC2 Assembly)

Part Number Burst Rating (psi) Max. Operating Pressure (psi) Temperature Material CE
581HCP08CT 800 720 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 200 Y
581HCPD 1000 900 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP12CT 1200 1080 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP14CT 1400 1260 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP16CT 1600 1440 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP18CT 1800 1620 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCPF 2000 1800 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP27CT 2700 2430 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCPG 3000 2700 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCPH 5000 4500 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP52CT 5250 4725 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP60CT 6000 5400 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCPJ 8000 7200 22 °C Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP10CTYZ35 1000 900 350 ºC Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y
581HCP20CTYZ35 2000 1800 350 ºC Gold Faced Alloy 600 Y

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Series 708HC Discs for 1/2” Orifice (For A707HC2 Assembly)
Part Number Burst Rating Max. Operating Pressure Temperature Material CE
708HCP08CH 800 720 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
708HCP10CH 1000 900 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
708HCP10CT 1000 900 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP10CTYZ35 1000 900 350 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP10CTYZ50 1000 900 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
708HCP16CT 1600 1440 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP19CT 1900 1710 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP19CTYZ35 1900 1710 350 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP20CH 2000 1800 22 °C Alloy C276 Y
708HCP20CT 2000 1800 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP20CTYZ35 2000 1800 350 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP22CT 2200 1980 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP30CT 3000 2700 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
708HCP10CR ‡ 1000 900 22 °C Tantalum N
708HCP20CR ‡ 2000 1800 22 °C Tantalum N
708HCP30CR ‡ 3000 2700 22 °C Tantalum N
‡ Maximum operating pressure will vary dramatically with increase in temperature.

Series 1415HC Discs for 1/2” Orifice (For A1417HC Assembly)

Part Number Burst Rating Max. Operating Pressure Temperature Material CE
1415HCP10CT 1000 900 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
1415HCP20CT 2000 1800 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
1415HCP30CT 3000 2700 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
1415HCP32CT 3200 2880 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
1415HCP45CT 4500 4050 22 °C Alloy 600 Y
1415HCP20CTYZ50 2000 1800 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y
1415HCP30CHYZ50 3000 2700 500 ºC Alloy C276 Y
1415HCP30CTYZ50 3000 2700 500 ºC Alloy 600 Y

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SAFETY RUPTURE DISC ASSEMBLIES FOR PARR APPARATUS

A888HC2*

Orifice diameter: 0.25 inch 1/4” NPT(M)

526HC/581HC
Thread size: 5/8-18 inch
RUPTURE DISC
REF
Use on Reactor Models
4523 – 4526 1&2L
433HC4
4531 – 4536 1&2L SAFETY HEAD
4561 – 4568 100 - 600 mL OUTLET
4575 – 4576 250 & 500 mL 527HC
4591 – 4598 25, 50, 100 mL ORIFICE RING
5000 (MRS) 45 & 75 mL
**49HC2
5101 – 5112 160 mL - 1.5 L ORIFICE CONE
4544 – 4547 600 & 1200 mL
4571 – 4578 1000 & 1800 mL
5511 – 5525 25 - 600 mL
4316 – 4317 Gage Block Assembly

Use on Cell Disruption Vessels

4635 – 4636 920 & 1850 mL

* Use 526HC or 581HC Series disc

** Orifice cones available in special materials

Connectors for the A888HC2

366VBAD Hex Coupling, I/4 NPT(F)
288VBAD Connectors, Male 3/8T – I/4 NPT 288VBAD
302VBAD Connectors, Female 3/8T – I/4 NPT

302VBAD 366VBAD

A888HC2
A888HC2

A888HC2 Rupture Disc Assembly A888HC2 Rupture Disc Assembly

Shown with 1/4 NPT female Shown with 1/4 NPT female
connector to 3/8” OD tubing hex coupling and 1/4 NPT male
connector to 3/8” OD tubing

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A888HC*

Orifice diameter: 0.25 inch

Thread size: 5/8-18 inch 526HC/581HC
RUPTURE DISC
Alternate Rupture Disc Assembly REF
Contact Parr Customer Service Department for
more information 604HC
SAFETY TEE
* Use 526HC or 581HC Series disc
** Orifice cones available in special materials 527HC
ORIFICE RING

**49HC2
ORIFICE CONE

A707HC2*

Orifice Diameter: 0.50 inch 708HC

RUPTURE DISC
1/2” NPT(M)
Thread size: 1/2” NPT Thread REF

Use on Reactor Models 759HC2

PIPE OUTLET
4551 – 4554 1 & 2 gallon
4555 – 4558 2.6 & 5 gallon
760HC
Use on Cell Disruption Vessels ORIFICE RING
4637 – 4638 1 & 2 gallon
**761HC
* Use 708HC Series rupture disc SAFETY HEAD BODY
** Safety head bodies available in special material

A1417HC*

Orifice Diameter: 0.50 inch

1/2” NPT(M)
Thread Size: 1-20 inch 1415HC
RUPTURE DISC
REF
Use on Reactor Models
4581 – 4584 1 & 1.5 gallon 759HC2
PIPE OUTLET
* Use 1415HC Series rupture disc
** Orifice rings available in special material
1416HC
BACKUP ORIFICE

**760HC
ORIFICE RING

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
1) INSTALL 760HC ORIFICE RING W/TAPER AS SHOWN
2) INSTALL 1415HC STYLE RUPTURE DISC W/BUBBLEwAS
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3) INSTALL 1416HC BACKUP ORIFICE W/5 TAPER NEXT TO
RUPTURE DISC R1
4) INSTALL 759HC2 PIPE OUTLET TO COMPLETE ASSEMBLY
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