Table 4.
FEM thermal stress results of thermal elements having different styles, materials, widths, and thicknesses
| Valve | Valve ID | Element Material | Element Width (mm) | Pt Thickness (Å ) | Max Thermal Stress (MPa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Pt | 20 | 1000 | 493.0 |
| 2 | A | Pt | 20 | 3000 | 438.0 |
| 3 | B | Pt | 20 | 3000 | 351.2 |
| 4a | B | Ti | 20 | 3000 | 276.2 |
| 5 | C | Pt | 5 | 3000 | 725.0 |
| 6 | D | Pt | 5 | 3000 | 553.6 |
The optimal design.