Alfa Laval Unique Sampling Valve

The Alfa Laval Unique Sampling Valve allows you to take representative samples in a variety of hygienic processes. It is available in both single and double seat options as well as manual or pneumatic actuators. The valve is designed to ensure contamination-free sampling. It meets 3-A and EHEDG standards.

Models

  • Size 4
  • Size 10
  • Size 25
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Unique Sampling Valve

Industries

Processed Foods, High-Acid Foods, Dairy, Beverages, Brewery, Home & Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, Biotech
Concept

The Unique Sampling Valve is designed for sterilization before and after each sample. The valve body and connecting pieces are made from one piece of material to avoid cracks and welding pores.

Working Principle

Sterilizing: when the valve closes, the channel between the valve ports opens for sterilization. If using steam, a small pressure relief valve (optional) on the outlet is recommended.

Sampling: when the valve opens, the stem and the membrane seal are retracted, allowing liquid to pass.

Standard Design

The valve consists of three parts: a valve body, an actuator, and a membrane seal. The rubber membrane seal is placed on the stem of the actuator and works as a stretchable plug. The valve bodies and actuators are interchangeable.

Temperature
Temperature Range33.8 - 266°F
Max. Sterilization Temperature - Dry Steam (29 PSI)249.8°F

Steam must be dry, since condensate will damage the membrane seal.

Pressure
Max. Working Pressure87 psi
Min. Working Pressure0 psi
Materials
Valve Body316L
Actuator304, 316L
Membrane SealEPDM, Silicone
Closed Valve
Unique Sampling Valve Closed

When the valve is closed, the channel between the valve ports is open for sterilization.

Open Valve
Unique Sampling Valve Opened

When the valve is opened, the stem and the membrane seal are retracted, allowing liquid to pass.

Sizes
  • Size 4 - for low viscosity products such as water, beer, wine, and liquid milk. Max particle size: 0.098".
  • Size 10 - for high viscosity products such as fruit yogurt, syrup, and ice cream. Max particle size: 0.276".
  • Size 25 - for products with very high viscosity such as jam. Max particle size: 0.787".
Valve Body Options
  • Tank (welding)
  • Collared Tube (welding)
  • Tri-Clamp
Valve Head Options
  • Handle
  • Pneumatic actuator

Dimensions

Size 4 Handle - Single & Double Seat
TankTri-ClampCollared Pipe
Connection SizeISO 25ISO 38ISO 51DIN 25DIN 40DIN 50
A (in)87.93.453.453.453.453.453.453.45
B (in)1.141.990.981.502.001.141.612.09
C (in)--0.861.371.881.021.501.97
D (in)0.160.160.160.160.160.160.160.16
E (in)0.240.240.240.240.240.240.240.24
F (in)3.103.103.103.103.103.103.103.10
G (in)1.811.811.811.811.811.811.811.81
H (in)0.980.980.980.980.980.980.980.98
Weight (lbs)1.541.541.541.541.541.541.541.54

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Size 4 Pneumatic - Single & Double Seat
TankTri-ClampCollared Pipe
Connection SizeISO 25ISO 38ISO 51DIN 25DIN 40DIN 50
A (in)3.653.643.643.653.643.643.643.64
B (in)1.141.990.981.502.001.141.612.09
C (in)--0.861.371.881.021.501.97
D (in)0.160.160.160.160.160.160.160.16
E (in)0.240.240.240.240.240.240.240.24
F (in)3.103.103.103.103.103.103.103.10
G (in)2.132.132.132.132.132.132.132.13
H (in)0.980.980.980.980.980.980.980.98
Weight (lbs)2.872.872.872.872.872.872.872.87
Unique Sampling Valve Pneumatic
Size 10 Handle - Single & Double Seat
TankTri-ClampCollared Pipe
Connection SizeISO 25ISO 38ISO 51DIN 25DIN 40DIN 50
A (in)4.394.374.434.354.354.354.354.35
B (in)1.501.990.981.502.001.141.612.09
C (in)--0.861.371.881.021.501.97
D (in)0.550.550.550.550.550.550.550.55
E (in)0.390.390.390.390.390.390.390.39
F (in)3.383.383.383.383.383.383.383.38
G (in)2.092.092.092.092.092.092.092.09
H (in)0.980.980.980.980.980.980.980.98
Weight (lbs)2.432.432.432.432.432.432.432.43
Unique Sampling Valve Handle
Size 10 Pneumatic - Single & Double Seat
TankTri-ClampCollared Pipe
Connection SizeISO 25ISO 38ISO 51DIN 25DIN 40DIN 50
A (in)4.804.784.814.774.794.794.794.79
B (in)1.501.990.981.502.001.141.612.09
C (in)--0.861.371.881.021.501.97
D (in)0.550.550.550.550.550.550.550.55
E (in)0.390.390.390.390.390.390.390.39
F (in)3.383.383.383.383.383.383.383.38
G (in)2.882.882.882.882.882.882.882.88
H (in)0.980.980.980.980.980.980.980.98
Weight (lbs)4.194.194.194.194.194.194.194.19
Unique Sampling Valve Pneumatic
Size 25 Pneumatic - Single & Double Seat
TankTri-ClampCollared Pipe
Connection SizeISO 51ISO 63.5DIN 50DIN 65
A (in)10.8310.8310.9910.9510.9910.91
B (in)2.763.052.002.502.092.76
C (in)--1.882.371.972.60
D (in)0.980.980.980.980.980.98
E (in)0.980.980.980.980.980.98
F (in)5.635.635.635.635.635.63
G (in)5.005.005.005.005.005.00
H (in)1.991.991.991.991.991.99
Weight (lbs)18.0818.0818.0818.0818.0818.08
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