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    Steam-Thru Connections

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    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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    Steam-Thru Connectors Best Practice for Proper Use

    Your quick reference for optimal performance of your steam-in place sterilization process. The best practices include eliminating external force or side load; ensure proper alignment; make sure there is no residual pressure during actuation; and to not us

    How to Assemble Steam-Thru II Connector from CPC

    The quick and easy way to create a sterile connection between stainless steel processing equipment and single-use systems for steam-in-place sterilization process. The STC II offers the flexibility of steam-on and steam-off functionality.

    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 & Cv Value

    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)
    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

    Cv Value

    Cv~4.2 - 4.6 (Steam-Thru)
    Cv~5.2 - 8.0 (Steam-Thru II)
    Cv values are based on gpm and psi, and Ipm and bar (shown in parentheses).
    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.

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