What are the consequences of inadequate pressure relief valve sizing?

Inadequate pressure relief valve sizing can have serious consequences, including equipment damage, injury to personnel, and environmental harm. Undersized valves may not be able to relieve pressure quickly enough, leading to a buildup of pressure that can cause catastrophic failures. Oversized valves, on the other hand, can lead to excessive flow rates and energy losses. Proper sizing of pressure relief valves is therefore critical to ensure safe and efficient operation of process equipment.