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Tech
Info - Theoretical Burst
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Zeus has been supplying fluoropolymer tubing to manufacturers of high pressure devices since the company began. The innate strength of all fluoropolymers make their use in these kinds of applications an ideal choice. Below, you will find the formula for calculating the maximum burst pressure:
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Note:
The above equation is
theoretical. It does not factor steam pressure, altitude, etc., and it is calculated at ambient room temperature. The Burst pressure result is meant as a guideline in design, not a definitive number. |
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Tensile Strength Values:
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PTFE - 2,500 psi |
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FEP - 3,000 psi |
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PFA - 4,000 psi |
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ETFE - 6,500 psi |
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PEEK - 13,000 psi |
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The
Theoretical Burst Pressure equation may be solved in two ways. If you already know what fluoropolymer tube type that you will be using, you may calculate P, the burst pressure of this tubing.
Alternatively, if you are trying to decide on a tubing type and need to achieve a certain Burst Pressure rating, you may supply the desired Burst Pressure Value and the equation will calculate the required
theoretical Tensile Strength (T). This requirement can then be used to select your tubing.
If you need
assistance
with this
equation or
the
selection of
materials
for your
application,
please call
Zeus at
(toll free)
(866) 272-4118.
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