Description
304 Stainless Steel Sanitary Tri-Clamp Hose Barb Adapter
The 304 Stainless Steel Sanitary Tri-Clamp Hose Barb Adapter is designed to connect hygienic Tri-Clamp piping systems with compatible flexible hoses or tubing.
The fitting combines a sanitary Tri-Clamp ferrule on one side with a multi-groove hose barb on the other side. This configuration provides a practical transition between rigid sanitary process piping and flexible hose connections used for fluid transfer.
Made from 304 stainless steel, the adapter is suitable for food, beverage, dairy, brewing, pharmaceutical, chemical and other hygienic fluid-processing applications.
Connection Design
The fitting provides two connection interfaces:
Tri-Clamp side: Sanitary ferrule connection for use with a compatible clamp and gasket
Hose side: Multi-groove hose barb designed for connection with a compatible flexible hose or tubing
This configuration allows flexible hoses to be connected directly to a Tri-Clamp sanitary piping system without replacing the existing sanitary connection.
Key Features
– 304 stainless steel construction** for corrosion resistance and durability
– Sanitary Tri-Clamp connection** for quick installation and disassembly
– Multi-groove hose barb** for secure flexible hose attachment
– Smooth internal passage for hygienic fluid transfer
– Compact design for sanitary piping and hose connections
– Multiple hose barb sizes available
– Suitable for fluid transfer, equipment connection and temporary or permanent hose installation
– Reusable stainless steel construction for maintenance and system modification
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|—|—|
| Product Type | Sanitary Tri-Clamp Hose Barb Adapter |
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Connection Type | Tri-Clamp × Hose Barb |
| Hose Barb Sizes | φ19 / φ25 / φ32 / φ38 / φ45 / φ51 / φ57 / φ63 / φ76 mm |
| Hose Connection | Multi-Groove Hose Barb |
| Tri-Clamp Connection | Sanitary Clamp Connection |
| Surface Finish | Machined / Polished |
| Application | Food, Beverage, Dairy, Brewing, Pharmaceutical, Chemical and Hygienic Fluid Processing |
Hose Connection Sizes
Available hose barb sizes:
φ19 / φ25 / φ32 / φ38 / φ45 / φ51 / φ57 / φ63 / φ76 mm
These dimensions refer to the hose barb connection size. The appropriate hose internal diameter should be selected according to the actual hose construction and connection requirements.
Please confirm the required hose size when requesting a quotation.
Typical Applications
The sanitary Tri-Clamp hose barb adapter can be used where flexible hose needs to be connected to a hygienic process piping system.
Typical applications include:
– Food processing and beverage production
– Dairy processing systems
– Brewing equipment
– Pharmaceutical processing
– Liquid culture and fermentation systems
– Sanitary fluid transfer
– Stainless steel tanks and vessels
– Process equipment connections
– Flexible hose transfer lines
– Hygienic process piping
Connecting Flexible Hoses to Tri-Clamp Systems
Tri-Clamp connections are widely used in hygienic process piping because they allow components to be assembled and disassembled efficiently.
However, many fluid-transfer operations use flexible hoses because they allow easier equipment movement, temporary connections, tank transfer, filling operations and maintenance.
A Tri-Clamp to hose barb adapter provides a simple transition between these two connection methods.
The Tri-Clamp side can be connected to a sanitary pipe, valve, tank outlet or other Tri-Clamp component using a compatible clamp and gasket. The hose barb side can then be connected to a suitable flexible hose.
This makes the adapter useful for both fixed process connections and flexible fluid-transfer arrangements.
Suitable for Hygienic Fluid-Processing Systems
The fitting can be integrated into sanitary processing systems together with:
– Sanitary pipes and fittings
– Tri-Clamp valves
– Sanitary pumps
– Stainless steel process tanks
– Fermentation tanks
– Liquid culture systems
– Food and beverage processing equipment
– Dairy processing equipment
– Pharmaceutical process equipment
– Flexible sanitary hoses
The adapter can therefore serve as a connection point between rigid stainless steel process piping and flexible fluid-transfer hoses.
Installation Considerations
The Tri-Clamp side should be installed with a compatible sanitary gasket and clamp.
The hose barb side should be matched with the appropriate flexible hose size. Depending on the hose material and operating conditions, a suitable hose clamp or other retention method may be required to secure the hose connection.
The actual hose inner diameter, hose material, operating pressure, temperature and chemical compatibility should be considered when selecting the complete hose connection assembly.
Size Selection
When selecting the appropriate model, consider:
1. Hose connection size – Match the hose barb size with the intended hose.
2. Tri-Clamp connection size – Confirm compatibility with the existing sanitary piping or equipment.
3. Hose material – Select a hose suitable for the fluid, temperature and operating conditions.
4. Operating conditions** – Consider pressure, temperature and cleaning requirements.
5. Application requirements** – Food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, fermentation and other hygienic processes may have different connection requirements.
OEM and Project Supply
Haoqintech supplies 304 stainless steel sanitary fittings for hygienic piping and fluid-processing applications.
For projects requiring specific connection dimensions, hose sizes, surface finishes or other configurations, please provide the required specifications when sending an inquiry.
Contact us for product specifications, available configurations and OEM requirements.
