To maintain sanitary standards in food, beverage, and dairy systems that require frequent cleaning, these valves are made of FDA compliant materials. Polished to a 32 Ra finish, they have smooth internal surfaces that prevent product buildup and inhibit bacteria growth. All have sanitary quick-clamp fittings for easy disassembly. They also have a three-piece bolted body that comes apart for cleaning and inline access to internal components. Body is 316 stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance. Valves have a lockable lever that can be fixed in place using a padlock (not included). They are full port, so they do not restrict flow.

Choose the seal material that suits your application. PTFE resists a broad range of food-processing chemicals, organic food acids, and fats and oils. Glass-filled PTFE won’t expand when exposed to water and heat, thanks to its glass reinforcement. More durable than unfilled PTFE, it’s good for high-stress applications. Polyethylene has a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding. This wear-resistant plastic handles scuffs and scrapes, and it won't degrade from food irradiation. It's often used in place of PTFE for applications where fluorocarbons can't be used.

Push tubing into the fittings on these valves and an internal gripping ring and O-ring hold it tight—no heat, solder, or flux required. These valves meet either NSF/ANSI standards or are FDA compliant for use with food. They also meet NSF/ANSI 61, so they’re safe to use with drinking water.

Polypropylene valves are flexible and can accommodate movement and vibration in your line without cracking.

Valves with a tube stem insert into the push-to-connect end of another fitting in place of a length of tubing. They’re good for tight spaces where a length of tube won’t fit.

Full-port valves do not restrict flow.