Flashback arrestor

A flashback arrestor or flash arrestor is a special gas safety device most commonly used in oxy-fuel welding and cutting to stop the flame or reverse flow of gas back up into the equipment or supply line and it prevents the user and equipment from damage or explosions. These devices are mainly used in different industrial processes where oxy-fuel gas mixures are handled and used. Flashback arrestors as safety products are essential to secure the workplaces and working environment. In former times there were also wet flashback arrestors used. Today the industry standard is to use dry flashback arrestors with at least two safety elements.