Sanitary Valves And Fittings
Clamp Elbow
Clamp end elbows SK-EB003 SK-EB004 and SK-EB006 in 45 and 90 degrees.
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Clamp Tee
Branch connections with clamp ends, so a tee can be opened, swabbed or blanked off without touching the rest of the line.
Overview
What This Pump Does
Sanitary clamp tees in SS304 or SS316L, models SK-TE003, SK-TE007 and SK-TEE008, covering equal tees, Y branches and short branch arrangements in DN15 to DN200.
Supplied to DIN, SMS, 3A, ISO and IDF standards with mirror polish to Ra below 0.5 um or matt polish, for dairy, beer, food, beverage, pharmacy and biotechnology service.
| Standard | DIN, SMS, 3A, ISO, IDF |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Weld, Clamp, Thread |
| Polish | Mirror Polish Ra<0.5um or Matt Polish |
| Application | Dairy, beer, food, beverage, pharmacy, biotechnology, etc |
Key Benefits
Branches Without Dead Legs
Short Branch Geometry
Keeping the branch short is what prevents the dead leg that fails a swab test.
Openable Joints
Clamp ends let the tee be removed, blanked or inspected without cutting the line.
Several Branch Forms
Equal tees and Y branches so the line can be routed without forcing a right angle.
Matched Material And Finish
SS304 or SS316L with the same polish as the rest of the fittings.
Application Scenarios
Where It Is Installed
Sampling Points
Short branches for sample valves that must still clean properly.
Product Distribution
Splitting flow between fillers or vessels.
CIP Returns
Joining cleaning solution return lines into a common header.
Who It Is For
- Line fabricators
- Dairies breweries and beverage plants
- Pharmaceutical installers
- Maintenance teams reconfiguring lines
Problems It Solves
Dead legs at branches
Short branch fittings, correctly oriented, keep cleaning solution moving through the branch.
Blanked branches trap product
Clamp ends let an unused branch be blanked cleanly with a cap and gasket.
Mismatched connections
Tees in the same standard as the clamps and ferrules avoid steps in the bore.
Technical Features
How It Is Built
- Models SK-TE003, SK-TE007 and SK-TEE008
- Equal tee and Y branch forms
- SS304 or SS316L material
- Sizes DN15 to DN200
- Standards DIN, SMS, 3A, ISO and IDF
- Mirror polish Ra below 0.5 um or matt polish
Specifications
Technical Data
Published fitting data. Branch orientation matters for drainage and cleaning, so mark it on the line drawing.
| Standard | DIN, SMS, 3A, ISO, IDF |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Weld, Clamp, Thread |
| Polish | Mirror Polish Ra<0.5um or Matt Polish |
| Application | Dairy, beer, food, beverage, pharmacy, biotechnology, etc |
Materials And Process
What Goes Into Every Unit
Materials
- SS304 or SS316L
- Polished internal surfaces
- Gaskets specified with the clamps
Manufacturing And Assembly
- Tube forming and branch welding
- Weld finishing
- Polishing
- Dimensional check and packing
Quality Control
- Dimensional check against the standard
- Weld and finish inspection
- Documentation with the order
Customization Options
- Equal tee or Y branch
- Clamp, weld or thread ends
- Material grade and finish
- Branch size and orientation
Compared With Other Options
| Welded tee | A welded tee is permanent and slightly cheaper. A clamp tee can be opened and reconfigured. |
|---|---|
| Long branch tee | A long branch creates a dead leg. Short branch geometry is what keeps the fitting cleanable. |
Use Guide
Installing Tees Without Creating Dead Legs
Keep Branches Short
Minimise the distance from the main bore to the branch valve or blank.
Orient For Drainage
Point branches so they drain into the main line rather than holding product.
Blank Properly
Use a cap and new gasket on unused branches rather than leaving a valve closed at the end of a stub.
Verify After CIP
Swab at branches first. They are where cleaning problems show up.
Answers
Clamp Tee FAQ
Which tee forms do you supply?
Equal tees and Y branch forms in the SK-TE range, including SK-TE003, SK-TE007 and SK-TEE008.
What sizes are available?
DN15 to DN200 across the sanitary fittings range.
Which finish?
Mirror polish with Ra below 0.5 um, or matt polish.
Can I get a reducing tee?
Tell us the main and branch sizes with the enquiry and we will confirm what can be supplied.
Which standards?
DIN, SMS, 3A, ISO and IDF.
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Industries Guides And Solutions
Need Clamp Tee Sized For Your Duty Point
Send the line drawing with branch sizes and we will quote the tees with clamps and gaskets.