Austrittsbereich

Austrittsbereich is a German noun formed from Austritt (exit, discharge) and Bereich (area, region). The term denotes the physical space or zone at which something leaves a system, vessel, or space. Its precise meaning depends on the technical context.

In engineering and process technology, the Austrittsbereich describes the outlet area of components such as pumps, reactors, pipelines, or containers. It specifies where the product, vapor, or exhaust exits and may be relevant for design (clearance, flow, mixing) and safety (hazards at the outlet). In building services and HVAC, the term can refer to the location of air or gas discharge from ducts or equipment. In safety engineering and occupational health, the Austrittsbereich is sometimes considered when planning access, signage, and protective measures around outlets, vents or discharge points.

Because it is a compound term used across disciplines, the exact scope of the Austrittsbereich can vary. In some contexts it denotes the immediate boundary of the discharge point; in others it extends to the surrounding zone affected by the outlet jet or plume.

When translating, options include "exit area," "outlet area," or "discharge area," depending on context.