Tank Outlet Valves

The series VFA was designed for easy mounting to tank bottoms used for hygienic processes. The VFA Tank Bottom Valve is ideal for the pharmaceutical, biotech, cosmetic, food and dairy applications. The valve assembly consists of three components: Actuator – available in manual or pneumatic, Radial Diaphragm – Silicone or TFM 1600 PTFE, Valve Body – machined from AISI 316L SS. The VFA design and materials of construction complies with ASME BPE, cGMP, US Pharmacopeia, and FDA. The VFA Tank Bottom Valve assures complete drainability and zero dead leg.

The two models available are:
• VFA-10°S – 10° angled flush weld to tank bottom
• VFA-10°TK – 10° flanged with removable valve body

Both models are designed to prevent deformity caused by welding. Both models are available with manual or pneumatic actuation. Both actuation types are available in autoclavable plastic or stainless steel. Finished grade for wetted parts Ra < 0.4 Micron (220 Grit). The 45° angled outlet port is available in weld end or sanitary clamp. Optional CIP/SIP connection port or valve is available upon request.

  • Radial Diaphragm - Silicone or Teflon
  • Flush Mounted to Tank
  • CIP / SIP
  • Easy Disassembly Design
  • ASME Compliant Material
  • Available with Pneumatic Actuator, proximity switches, or electrical position indicator
  • Bioreactors / Fermentors
  • Sterile Holding
  • Pharmaceutical Processing and Transfer Vessels
  • Pure Water or WFI Storage
  • Media Preparation