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Steam-Thru Connections

Steam-Thru^® Connections allow a quick and easy sterile connection between biopharmaceutical processing equipment and disposable bag and tube assemblies. The single-use design saves time and money by eliminating unnecessary cleaning procedures and reducing validation burden associated with reusable components.

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Features and Benefits

Features		Benefits
	Innovative three-port design		Allows a true steam-through SIP process which eliminates "dead legs" and the need for laminar flow hoods
	Patented valve design		Allows sterile connection and disconnection and permits high media flow rate
	Thumb latch/Tear-away sleeve		Secures valve position, provides visual indicator of process stage
	Industry standard terminations		Speed connect to the process equipment and connect to popular sizes of flexible tubing
	ADCF-free materials		Meet BSE/TSE requirements

Specifications

Operating Conditions (Fluid Transfer)

Steam Position
Temperature:	39°F to 104°F (4°C to 40°C)
Pressure:	Up to 30 psi, 2.1 bar (Steam-Thru)
Pressure:	Up to 35 psi, 2.4 bar (Steam-Thru II)

Flow Position
Temperature:	39°F to 104°F (4°C to 40°C)
Pressure:	Vacuum to 20 psi, 1.4 bar

Sterilization

Full Connector Assembly (Choose 1)
Gamma:	Up to 50 kGy irradiation
Autoclave:	Up to 265°F (129°C) for a total of 60 minutes

Steam-In-Place (SIP)
Steam-Thru:	Up to 266°F/130°C (up to ~24psig) for 60 minutes
Steam-Thru II:	Up to 275°F/135°C (up to ~31psig) for 60 minutes
Note: Steam pressures are estimated based upon information in Steam Tables found in literature

Termination Sizes

Sizes:	½”; 3/8” hose barb; ¾” sanitary

Materials

Main Components:	Polysulfone (amber tint), USP Class VI
Seals:	Silicone (clear), platinum-cured, USP Class VI
Removable Sleeve:	Polycarbonate

WARNING: Pressure, temperature, chemicals and operating environment can affect the performance of couplings. It is the customer’s responsibility to test the suitability of Colder products in their own application conditions.