Continental Disc Corporation Expands APX™ Rupture Disc Line with New 6″ and 8″ Sizes

New Larger Sizes Deliver High-Performance Overpressure Protection for Demanding Industrial Applications

Liberty, MO, USA – October 29, 2025– Continental Disc Corporation, a global leader in rupture disc technology and pressure relief solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its industry-leading APX rupture disc. Now available in 6-inch and 8-inch sizes, the APX provides greater flexibility and protection for larger-diameter pressure relief applications across a wide range of industries.

The APX rupture disc is engineered for superior performance under demanding operating conditions. With high operating ratios (up to 95%), tight burst tolerances, and a non-fragmenting design, the APX delivers precision pressure relief with minimal downtime and exceptional reliability.

The introduction of the 6″ and 8″ sizes meets growing demand in industries such as chemical processing, oil and gas, and energy, where larger piping systems and vessels require robust overpressure protection without compromising responsiveness or durability.

“We’re excited to offer these larger APX sizes to meet our customers’ evolving safety and operational needs,” said Trey Rothenberger, VP of Global Sales & Marketing at Continental Disc Corporation. “Our commitment to innovation and customer-driven design ensures that the APX continues to outperform the competition in toxic and corrosive environments with the low KR factors, high cycling, and quality you’ve come to expect from Continental Disc.”

Key Features of the APX Rupture Disc:

  • Now available in 1” through 8” sizes
  • 95% operating ratio for maximum efficiency
  • Non-fragmenting, reverse-acting design
  • Compatible with a full range of insert, reduced height, pre-torqued, and double-disc holders in various materials

The new 6″ and 8″ APX rupture discs are available to order now through Continental Disc’s global network of authorized representatives. For more information about the APX rupture disc or their full range of pressure safety solutions, visit www.contdisc.com.


About Continental Disc Corporation:

Established in 1965, Continental Disc Corporation is a leading manufacturer of rupture disc devices for more than 40 process industries, including chemical, petrochemical, petroleum refining, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, aerospace, gases, and electronics.

Your first line of defense. Any industry, application, or location, worldwide — we have an overpressure safety solution.

Learn more: https://www.contdisc.com/


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Media Contact:
Jennifer Kurzava
Sr. Marketing Manager
JKurzava@ContDisc.com
(816) 407-5614

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