What is a tri Clamp used for?
Tri-clamp fittings and gaskets are typically used in hygienic or sanitary fitting applications. That is, they are ideal for the transportation of liquids that require a high degree of purity with minimal risk of contamination.
Why is it called Tri Clamp?
The phrase ‘Tri-Clamp’ was originally used to describe clamps comprised of three segments, but now the name is more generally used to refer to all types of hygienic connections and fittings. Tri-Clamp fittings are connections for pieces of pipe, which facilitate easy disassembly and cleaning.
What are Tri Clover fittings?
Tri Clover Clamps and Fittings A Tri Clover connection comprises three fittings: two Tri Clamp Fittings, a Clamp and a Tri Clamp Gasket. These fittings are easy to assemble and disassemble for quick cleaning. Generally threadless, they can easily be cleaned and kept sanitary.
How do you size a tri-clamp?
The tri-clamp® size is identified by measuring the outside diameter of the pipe. It is often mistaken that the outside diameter of the flange end, or otherwise known as ferrule, is interpreted as the size of the tri-clamp but that is not the case.
What is Tri ferrule?
Tri-Clamp Ferrules are a flanged fitting used to connect two separate pieces of sanitary tubing. This connection is completed with the use of a clamp and gasket to create a water-tight seal.
What is tri-clamp ferrule?
What does Tri Clover mean?
Tri-Clover is simply a branded name for tri-clamp fittings. They are compatible with one another and can be used interchangeably.
How do you hook up a tri clamp?
To create a secure connection with a tri-clamp fitting, mate the two flanged ends together with a gasket between their two faces. Then, secure the connection in place by using a clamp and then tightening it by hand. Before tightening, make sure that the gasket is seated properly into the seats of both flange faces.