Is the self-acting nitrogen relief valve considered a safety relief device as required by the codes?
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Are self-acting nitrogen relief valves considered to be safety relief devices (safety valves, burst discs) as required by the codes?
Self-acting nitrogen relief valves are not considered to be safety relief devices required by the standards, such as safety valves or rupture disks. The self-acting nitrogen relief valve is primarily used for pressure control, rather than as an emergency safety release device. Safety valves and burst discs are specifically designed to release pressure when it exceeds safe limits, in order to protect equipment and personnel. .