WITT Flashback Arrestors for reliable protection against dangerous reverse gas flow and flashbacks in accordance with EN 730-1 / ISO 5175. Every Arrestor 100% tested.
The best Flashback Arrestors in the world
a large surface area flame arrestor FA of stainless steel construction extinguishes any dangerous flashback
a temperature-sensitive cut-off valve TV extinguishes sustained flashbacks long before the internal temperature of the arrestors reaches a dangerous level
a spring-loaded check valve NV prevents slow or sudden reverse gas flow forming explosive mixtures in the gas supply
Operation / Usage:
Flashback Arrestors are used to protect gas cylinders and pipeline outlet points (hoses and any equipment) with high flow against dangerous flashbacks
without check valve for lower working pressures with low pressure drop i.e. before and after analyzers
ideal for use with corrosive gases in the chemical industry, process technology or in laboritories
WITT Flashback Arrestors may be mounted in any position / orientation
the maximum ambient / working temperature is 70 °C / 158 °F
Maintenance:
annual testing of the body leak tightness and flow capacity is recommended
WITT is happy to supply special test equipment
Flashback Arrestors are only to be serviced by the manufacturer. The dirt filter may be replaced by competent staff
Approvals
Cleaned for Oxygen Service according to EIGA IGC Doc 13/12/E: Oxygen Pipeline and Piping Systems