The function of the rotary discharge preventer is to transfer the torque of the rotary head unit to the rotary casings whilst simultaneously providing controlled discharge of the drilled cuttings i. e. contamination control.
The flushing media that is directed through the flushing head and the drill strings to the toe of the borehole, returns together with the drilled cuttings up the drill string and is ejected and directed, with the aid of the discharge preventer, into a settlement tank.
The size of the external casing and the intended application (single rotary head or double head) will define the type and model of discharge preventer / diverter to be used.