Tri-Clamp Butterfly Valves
Tri-Clamp Butterfly Valves
- Sanitary Clamp Butterfly Valve
- 316 Stainless Steel
- Operating Temperatures: 15° F – 200° F
- Information supplied based on water media at 68°F
- 32Ra Finish (Roughness Average)
- Field serviceable.
- Butterfly Valve Operating Manual
- View Sizes and Dimensions
Description
Sanitary tri-clamp butterfly valve for easy process control
Clamp Butterfly Valve comes with a pull-trigger locking mechanism to control process flow. Tri-clamp connections allow for easy field disassembly for clean-in-place processes. This product comes standard in 316L stainless steel alloy. We recommend clamp gaskets and our single-pin heavy duty clamp in order to safely connect this product to the rest of your system. Butterfly Valve Operating ManualTri-Clamp Butterfly Valve Part Numbers & Dimensions
| Size (Tube OD) | Part Number | Dimensions | Break Torque | Pressure Rating | Flow Coefficient | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPDM | A | B | C | D | in/lbs | (PSI) | (CV) | |
| 1 " | BFVPC-1-316-EPDM | 2.60 | 3.20 | 5.49 | 6.79 | 75 | 140 | 23 |
| 1-1/2" | BFVPC-1.5-316-EPDM | 2.60 | 3.33 | 5.49 | 6.79 | 130 | 140 | 80 |
| 2 " | BFVPC-2-316-EPDM | 2.75 | 3.72 | 5.49 | 6.87 | 165 | 140 | 230 |
| 2-1/2" | BFVPC-2.5-316-EPDM | 2.75 | 3.85 | 5.49 | 6.87 | 210 | 110 | 264 |
| 3 " | BFVPC-3-316-EPDM | 3.00 | 4.25 | 5.49 | 7.00 | 350 | 110 | 372 |
| 4 " | BFVPC-4-316-EPDM | 3.00 | 4.75 | 6.87 | 8.37 | 540 | 85 | 800 |
Watch How to Measure Tri-Clamp Fittings
Tri-Clamp Fittings and Gasket Sizing Guide
| Sanitary Size | OD of Flange End | ID of Tube | OD of Tube |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2″ | 0.992 | 0.370 | 0.500 |
| 3/4″ | 0.992 | 0.620 | 0.750 |
| 1″ | 1.984 | 0.870 | 1.000 |
| 1 1/2″ | 1.984 | 1.370 | 1.500 |
| 2″ | 2.516 | 1.870 | 2.000 |
| 2 1/2″ | 3.047 | 2.370 | 2.500 |
| 3″ | 3.579 | 2.870 | 3.000 |
| 4″ | 4.682 | 3.834 | 4.000 |
| 6″ | 6.562 | 5.782 | 6.000 |
| 8″ | 8.602 | 7.782 | 8.000 |
| 10″ | 10.570 | 9.782 | 10.000 |
| 12″ | 12.570 | 11.760 | 12.000 |
Questions & Answers 7
Questions and answers of the customers
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Can we sterilize the 4" butterfly valve by Steam-in-place sterilization at 121oC/15 psi without any leaks?
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Q Can we sterilize the 4" butterfly valve by Steam-in-place sterilization at 121oC/15 psi without a...... Read moreA We do not suggest steam cleaning for our butterfly valves. If you must use this process we recommend our ball valves instead.
When partially open, does the valve have 'stops' or lock-locations, or is it infinitely adjustable between open and close?
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Q When partially open, does the valve have 'stops' or lock-locations, or is it infinitely adjustabl...... Read moreA The tri-clamp butterfly valve with a pull handle has four (4) locking locations. Alternatively, our Trigger Handle Butterfly Valve has twelve (12) locking locations.
Is this valve NSF61 certified for water?
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Q Is this valve NSF61 certified for water?A This is not a sanitary document we can provide for any of our valves.
What is the max pressure for a 1”?
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Q What is the max pressure for a 1”?A The pressure rating on the 1" Tri-Clamp Butterfly Valve is 140PSI.
What is the max pressure for a 1”?
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Q What is the max pressure for a 1”?A
This valve has been tested to a pressure of 140PSI for the 1" version.
Will this valve leak if one side is placed under vacuum and the other side is exposed to air?
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Q Will this valve leak if one side is placed under vacuum and the other side is exposed to air?A These valves are designed to withstand a certain amount of pressure both internal and external. At some point, the valve will fail under pressure but it all depends on the strength of the vacuum you are applying.
What is the seat material of these valves? Also, do you know the recommended temperature range?
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Q What is the seat material of these valves? Also, do you know the recommended temperature range?A The seat material for our tri-clamp butterfly valves is EPDM. We also can offer this in Viton. Regarding the temperature range, EPDM is rated to temperatures of +250°F.
