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Protego Deflagration Flame Arrester, endurance burning proof, End-of-Line BE-HK-E

The Protego BE/HK-E is an end-of-line deflagration flame arrester specially designed to protect vessels storing ethanol and alcohols from flame ingress due to atmospheric deflagration or endurance burning. It’s typically installed on in-breathing and out-breathing vent lines of non-pressurized tanks, and is built to activate visibly in case of external flame presence. Its unique weather hood automatically opens when a stabilized flame is detected, making it suitable for alcohol storage safety applications.

Endurance burning proof for alcohols

Automatic hood opening during fire

Replaceable FLAMEFILTER® disc unit

Explosion Group Compatibility:

IIB1 (MESG ≥ 0.85 mm)

Operating Pressure:

Atmospheric, non-pressurized systems

Flame Arrester Unit:

Two FLAMEFILTER® discs in a modular casing

Connection Type:

EN 1092-1 Form B1 ASME B16.5 CL 150 R.F.

Dimensions (Select Sizes):

DN Size

a (mm/in)

b (mm/in)

20 / ¾″

163 / 6.42

180 / 7.09

25 / 1″

163 / 6.42

177 / 6.97

40 / 1½″

183 / 7.20

190 / 7.48

65 / 2½″

218 / 8.58

200 / 7.87

80 / 3″

218 / 8.58

200 / 7.87

Nominal Sizes (DN):

DN 20 (¾″) to DN 80 (3″)

Operating Temperature:

Up to +60 °C / 140 °F (higher on request)

Certifications:

ATEX compliant, EN ISO 16852

Fire Response:

Melting element triggers weather hood opening

Used in ethanol storage tanks, alcohol processing units, and distillation plants, especially where venting lines must remain flame secure over long durations. Offers both deflagration and stabilized flame resistance in applications with alcohol vapors.

Designed specifically for alcohols and hydrocarbons with MESG ≥ 0.85 mm. Suitable for high-risk flammable vapour systems where endurance burning must be contained.

Prevents flame transmission during long-duration burning

Visual flame indicator (hood pops open on melting)

Weatherproof construction blocks animals and debris

Modular flame arrester allows easy filter replacement

Robust and chemical-resistant design

Design Variants:

BE/HK-E – Standard endurance burning proof design

BE/HK-E-H – With heating jacket for temperature-sensitive installations

Optional Configurations:

Special housing and filter materials (e.g., Hastelloy, Stainless Steel)

Custom flange or threaded connection types

Higher temperature certified models available upon request

Documentation

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