DIN / SMS / RJT / ISO / IDF / 3A Compliant
Pharmaceutical Butterfly Valve – Sanitary Manual Welded
As one of the leading Pharmaceutical butterfly valve manufacturers in India, we provide premium hygienic flow control for dairy, food, beverage, and pharmaceutical processing. Available in SS304 and SS316 with butt-weld, clamped, or threaded ends. Featuring multi-position handles and seamless, crevice-free design for ultimate cleanability (CIP/SIP).
Featured Answer: A sanitary stainless steel manual welded butterfly valve controls flow in clean process lines. It keeps products pure and easy to clean. Unlike standard valves, these have smooth, polished insides. They also feature safe seals and crevice-free edges. This stops bacteria from growing and keeps your product safe.
At-A-Glance Specifications
Valve TypeSanitary Manual Welded Butterfly Valve
Body MaterialSS304 / SS316 (Mirror Polished)
Size RangeDN10 (3/8″) to DN200 (8″)
ConnectionsWeld / Clamped / Threaded / Union-Nut / Flanged
StandardsDIN, SMS, RJT, ISO, IDF, 3A
Handle Options2/3/4-position pull, multi-position plastic, SS trigger
Temp. Range-10°C to +120°C
ApplicationsDairy, Food, Beer, Beverage, Pharma, Cosmetic
Contents
Pharma Butterfly Valve Manufacturer India: Product Overview
A sanitary manual welded butterfly valve is a specialized quarter-turn valve made for clean process lines. The term “welded” means the valve connects permanently to stainless steel pipes via butt-welding. This creates a smooth, leak-proof joint. It removes the dead spaces found in threaded connections. This makes it the best choice for CIP and SIP cleaning systems in dairy, beverage, and pharma plants.
SS304 vs. SS316 for Food & Pharma
Picking the right stainless steel grade is key to stopping rust and keeping things clean.
| Material Grade | Properties | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| SS304 (CF8) | Stops rust well, costs less, and polishes easily. | Dairy, beer, beverage, and general food processing where harsh chemicals are not used. |
| SS316 (CF8M) | Has 2-3% Molybdenum to fight pitting and chloride rust. | Pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and aggressive food processing (e.g., salty, acidic, or chlorinated CIP solutions). |
Hygienic Design Tip
Always pick SS316 if your CIP process uses chlorine cleaners or if the valve touches salty products. The molybdenum in SS316 stops pitting rust, keeping the polished surface clean and safe for years.
Manual Handle & Automatic Actuation Options
Flexibility in operation is key to efficient plant management. Our sanitary butterfly valves can be configured for precise manual control or fully automated operation.
Multi-Position Manual Handles
Unlike standard on/off valves, our sanitary handles offer precise flow modulation. Choose from 2-position, 3-position, or 4-position pulling handles, multi-position plastic handles, or premium stainless steel trigger handles. The notched handle locks securely into place, preventing accidental closure due to pipeline vibration.
Automatic Pneumatic Actuation
When evaluating Pneumatic actuated pharma butterfly valve cost, consider the long-term savings in labor and batching accuracy. A spring in the cylinder works axially, converting linear motion into a precise 90-degree rotation of the valve stem. This allows the butterfly valve to open or close automatically, with spring-return fail-safe options for critical safety loops.
Electric Actuation
For plants without instrument air, electric actuators provide reliable, remote-controlled operation via PLC/SCADA systems. Ideal for modulating flow or integrating into automated batching systems in food and beverage production.
Global Sanitary Standards Compliance
To ensure seamless integration with your existing hygienic piping infrastructure, KELOR sanitary welded butterfly valves are manufactured to meet the world’s most stringent sanitary standards:
- DIN 11851: German standard for dairy and food industry pipe connections.
- SMS 1145: Swedish standard widely used in dairy and beverage processing.
- RJT: British standard for hygienic pipe unions.
- ISO 2853: International standard for stainless steel pipe couplings.
- IDF: International Dairy Federation standard for hygienic fittings.
- 3-A Sanitary Standards: North American standard ensuring equipment can be effectively cleaned and sanitized for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical use.
Industry Applications
Dairy & Milk Processing
Raw milk intake, pasteurization lines, and cream separation. The smooth, welded interior prevents milk stone buildup and allows for rapid, thorough CIP cleaning.
Food & Beverage
Beer brewing, juice processing, and sauce manufacturing. SS316 valves resist the mild acids found in fruit juices and carbonated beverages without degrading.
Pharmaceutical & Biotech
Purified water (PW), water for injection (WFI), and active ingredient transfer. The crevice-free design meets strict GMP and FDA validation requirements.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Lotion, shampoo, and cream production. Prevents cross-contamination between batches and withstands frequent hot-water sanitization cycles.
Technical Specifications
Table: Standard Operating Parameters| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Valve Type | Sanitary Manual Welded Butterfly Valve |
| Body & Disc Material | SS304 (1.4301) / SS316 (1.4404) / SS316L |
| Seat / Seal Material | EPDM / PTFE / Silicone (FDA / USP Class VI compliant) |
| Surface Finish | Internal: Mirror Polished Ra ≤ 0.8 μm | External: Matte or Polished |
| Size Range | DN10 (3/8″) to DN200 (8″) |
| Working Pressure | Up to 10 Bar (145 PSI) at ambient temperature |
| Working Temperature | -10°C to +120°C (depending on seat material) |
| End Connections | Butt Weld / Clamped (Tri-Clamp) / Threaded / Union-Nut / Flanged |
| Handle Options | 2/3/4-position pull, multi-position plastic, SS trigger handle |
| Actuator Options | Stainless steel pneumatic, aluminum pneumatic, electric |
Why Choose KELOR Sanitary Valves
True Hygienic Design
Every valve is meticulously polished to Ra ≤ 0.8 μm internally. We eliminate all crevices, ensuring zero bacterial harborage and full compliance with CIP/SIP protocols.
Material Traceability
We are trusted cGMP compliant butterfly valve suppliers India wide, providing full Material Test Certificates (MTC) for all SS304 and SS316 components.
Custom Configuration
Whether you need a DN15 SS316 valve with a 3-position trigger handle and PTFE seat, or a DN100 automated valve, we configure and assemble to your exact process requirements.
PAN India Dispatch
Headquartered in Ahmedabad, we supply sanitary valves to major food, dairy, and pharma hubs across India with rapid 3–7 day dispatch for standard configurations.
Commercial & Ordering Details
MOQ5 Nos per size per configuration
Lead Time3–7 days (Standard) / 10-15 days (Custom)
Emailsales@kelorvalves.com
B2B SupplyBulk pharmaceutical butterfly valve EPC contractors
Ensure Product Purity with KELOR Sanitary Valves
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People Also Ask: Pharma Butterfly Valves
1. What is the standard surface finish (Ra) required for pharma butterfly valves?
The standard internal surface finish is Ra ≤ 0.8 μm (micrometers) or better. This mirror polish prevents product buildup and allows easy cleaning.
2. How to ensure cGMP and FDA compliance in pharmaceutical butterfly valves?
Use SS316L materials, FDA/USP Class VI approved seals (like EPDM or PTFE), and ensure a crevice-free design. You must also keep full material traceability records.
3. What material grade is mandatory for pharma sanitary butterfly valves?
SS316L (1.4404) is the standard mandatory grade. It offers high resistance to corrosion and withstands harsh cleaning chemicals used in pharma plants.
4. What is the technical difference between standard sanitary and pharma butterfly valves?
Pharma valves need a higher surface finish (Ra ≤ 0.5 μm), stricter material certifications (USP Class VI), and zero dead-legs. Standard sanitary valves are mostly for food and dairy.
5. Which actuator type (pneumatic vs. manual) is best for pharma butterfly valves?
Pneumatic actuators are best for automated, repeatable batching and CIP/SIP cycles. Manual handles are fine for simple isolation or low-budget setups.
6. What certifications (USP Class VI, 3A, FDA) are required for pharma valves in India?
Seals must meet FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and USP Class VI. The valve design should follow 3-A Sanitary Standards or ASME BPE for high-purity water systems.
7. How to properly perform CIP/SIP (Clean/Sterilize in Place) on pharma butterfly valves?
Open the valve slightly during CIP to clean the seat and disc edges. Use high-velocity flow and approved chemicals. For SIP, use clean steam at 121°C to 140°C.
8. How does valve design prevent product entrapment and crevice corrosion?
The disc is fully encapsulated or highly polished, and the seat covers all metal parts inside the flow path. This removes gaps where liquid could get trapped.
9. What is the typical lead time for custom-engineered pharma butterfly valves?
Standard sizes ship in 3 to 7 days. Custom-engineered valves with special actuators or finishes usually take 10 to 15 days to manufacture and test.
10. What is the price difference between manual and pneumatic pharma butterfly valves?
Pneumatic actuated valves cost about 2 to 3 times more than manual ones. The exact SS316L sanitary butterfly valve price for pharma plants depends on the actuator brand and size.
Engineered for Hygienic Excellence
Protect your product purity with certified, traceable, and meticulously polished sanitary valves.
- SS304 / SS316 Mirror Polished Body
- DIN / SMS / RJT / ISO / 3A Compliant
- FDA / USP Class VI Certified Seats
- Multi-Position or Automated Handles
- 3-7 Day Dispatch from Ahmedabad