What is sanitary tubing?
Sanitary fittings and tubing (categorized also as hygienic fittings and tubing) were developed and are used because they are cleanable; either by dismantling a system and manually cleaning it or using a CIP (clean in place) process. They limit entrapment areas where bacteria could form or harbor.
What is sanitary grade stainless steel?
Stainless Steel and Sanitary Applications Stainless steel grades 304 and 316 are most often used in stainless steel sanitary filters, valves, pipes, and clamps. Austenitic stainless steel options are also able to withstand both high and low temperatures, making them suitable for a wide range of applications.
What is the length of a 2 inch sanitary pipe?
Stainless Steel Sanitary Tubing | 2 inch x 240 (20 ft) – SS316.
What is sanitary fitting?
Sanitary fittings are designed and constructed for use in food, beverage, medical, pharmaceutical, and biological applications where cleanliness and sterility are required. These types of fittings are constructed of materials that ensure a sterile environment and maintain sterility during use.
Why is stainless steel sanitary?
Chromium oxide is created when chromium and steel react, which gives the corrosion resistant properties to stainless steel. This is one of the reasons stainless steel is great for sanitary valves and other sanitary items, because it does not corrode.
What is Sanitary Weld?
A sanitary weld is fully penetrated, which means the weld accesses the ID of the tube and that it creates a 100% structural joint. To ensure a sanitary design, and be compliant with standards and regulations, all food-contact surfaces, including welds, should be: Smooth. Impervious.
How is sanitary fitting measured?
Lay your piece down on a sheet of paper and trace a circle around the outside of the flange end. Measure the diameter of the traced circle to determine the Outside Diameter (OD) of the flange end. Note: 1″ & 1 1/2″ Sanitary Fittings have the same flange OD. To determine your size, also note the Inside Diameter (ID)
