SMS Sanitary Union
This is an SMS standard sanitary stainless steel union, a detachable pipe fitting designed for hygienic fluid transfer systems. It consists of three main parts (male end, female end, and lock nut) plus a food-grade sealing gasket, allowing quick disassembly, inspection, and cleaning of pipelines. Widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries, it meets strict sanitary standards while ensuring leak-free, reliable connections.
SMS Sanitary Union
Key Features
- SMS Standard Compliance: Manufactured according to SMS (Swiss Standard) sanitary specifications, compatible with standard SMS pipe systems worldwide.
- Premium Stainless Steel Construction: Made of SS304 or SS316L, offering excellent corrosion resistance, durability, and compatibility with various media.
- Detachable & Easy to Clean: Three-piece design allows quick disassembly for inspection, maintenance, and CIP/SIP cleaning, ideal for hygienic production lines.
- Leak-Proof Sealing: Equipped with a food-grade gasket (silicone/EPDM) inside, ensuring a secure, hygienic seal with no dead corners or contamination risks.
- Polished Hygienic Finish: Mirror/satin polished internal and external surfaces (Ra ≤ 0.8μm) prevent product buildup and bacterial growth.
- Easy Installation & Connection: Simple threaded connection design enables fast, tool-friendly assembly without special equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard | SMS Sanitary Standard |
| Material | Stainless Steel 304 / 316L |
| Gasket Material | Silicone / EPDM / PTFE (food-grade) |
| Surface Finish | Polished (Ra ≤ 0.8μm / custom) |
| Applicable Sizes | DN15 ~ DN100 (custom sizes available) |
| Working Pressure | PN16 (standard, custom higher pressure available) |
| Working Temperature | -20°C ~ +150°C (depends on gasket material) |
| Compliance | 3-A, DIN, ISO sanitary standards |
Applications
- Food & Beverage Industry: Dairy, beer, beverage, and food processing plants for fluid transfer pipelines.
- Pharmaceutical & Biotech: Sanitary piping systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech labs, and cleanroom environments.
- Cosmetic & Personal Care: Production line connections for cosmetic, shampoo, and skincare product manufacturing.
- Chemical & Water Treatment: Corrosion-resistant, hygienic connections for chemical processing and pure water systems.
- Other Sanitary Systems: Steam, purified water, and fluid transfer pipelines requiring easy disassembly and hygiene compliance.







