How to Relieve Pressure Differentials on Sealed Cargo Containers During Rapid Decompression Events
July 1, 2019
The dangers of rapid decompression and high pressure differentials
Rapid decompression can create dangerous pressure differentials in a fraction of a second. Such differentials cause sealed cargo containers to rupture or explode if the pressure is not quickly relieved and brought to a tolerable level. As a result, cargo containers, their contents, and the aircraft can be damaged, or the plane’s occupants injured.
A fuselage is compromised and the aircraft is depressurized
What to do about it?
agm's ultra high-flow pressure relief valves
Commonly referred to as magnet valves, AGM’s Ultra-High-Flow Relief Valves are magnetically actuated to provide flow rates specifically capable of venting a container to relieve catastrophic pressure buildup during decompression events.
Unlike conventional spring-actuated valves, AGM magnet valves fully open once the desired pressure threshold is reached, to achieve full air-flow almost instantly.
AGM Ultra High Flow Pressure Relief Valve, also know as 'magnet valves'
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Due to their superior performance, agm magnet valves:
Relieve pressure in about one-fifth the time compared to spring-actuated valves
Provide Dramatically higher air-flow rates at any given pressure differential compared to spring-actuated valves
Are capable of relieving catastrophic pressure with a single valve per container
Enable smaller, lighter, and ultimately less expensive container construction
Magnets do not interfere with aircraft navigation and control systems
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