Sample valve

A sample valve provides a controlled point for withdrawing a limited quantity of process fluid for inspection or analysis. It opens a sample path from the main process and isolates that path after collection, while sealing, cleaning, and sterilization arrangements vary widely. The product name alone does not establish hygienic or aseptic performance. Selection should consider sample representativeness, cross-contamination risk, cleaning method, fluid viscosity and particles, operator safety, and how the sample outlet connects to the receiving container.

Application and duty

Controlled withdrawal of a process sample for testing or monitoring; cleaning, safety, and representative-sampling requirements must be defined for the process.

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Selection summary

The broadest family for isolation, non-return, pressure regulation and line protection

Manual valve selection does not start with a valve name. Duty, fluid, pressure and temperature, allowable leakage, wetted materials, connection and operating method must be considered together.

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