Steam-Thru® series quick couplings

• Steam position: Up to 30 psi, 2.1 bar (Steam-Thru); Up to 35 psi, 2.4 bar (Steam-Thru II)
• Flow position: Up to 20 psi, 1.4 bar
• Steam position temperature: Up to 266°F (130°C) for 60 minutes (Steam-Thru); Up to 275°F (135°C) for 60 minutes (Steam-Thru II)
• Flow position temperature: 39°F to 104°F (4°C to 40°C)
• Typical flow rate: Cv=4.5 max (see diagram below)
• Connection: Polysulfone (amber colored), USP Class VI, ADCF
• Seals: Silicone (clear), platinum-cured, USP Class VI, ADCF
• Anti-tear protection: Polyethylene or polycarbonate, ADCF
• Hose sizes: ⅜” to ½” ID (9.5 mm to 12.7 mm ID) hose barb (Steam-Thru); ⅜” to ½” ID (9.5 mm to 12.7 mm ID) hose barb and ¾” sanitary (Steam-Thru II)
• Gamma sterilization: Up to 50 kGy gamma radiation
• Autoclave sterilization: Up to 129°C (265°F) for 60 minutes, up to two cycles (applies to part numbers STC1700500-STC1700800 and STC2020000-STC2021000)
• SIP Process Sterilization: Up to 266°F (130°C) for 60 minutes (Steam-Thru); Up to 275°F (135°C) for 60 minutes (Steam-Thru II)

• Innovative three-port design allows for a true steam-through SIP process eliminating “dead legs” and the need for laminar flow hoods.
• Patented valve design enables sterile connection and disconnection and allows high media flow rate.
• Thumb Lock / Crack Detector secures the position of the valve and provides visual indication of the process stage.
• Standard terminations provide quick connection to process equipment and connection to popular sizes of flexible hose.
• ADCF-free materials meet BSE/TSE requirements.

The three-port design of the Steam-Thru connection allows steam to pass directly through the lower ports to ”steam on” stainless steel equipment. Once the SIP cycle is complete, the connection's valve is activated, creating a sterile flow path to disposable systems.

Steam-Thru II connections offer flexibility with both ”steam on” and ”steam off” functionality. The innovative design allows the valve to be reset to the steam position, enabling a second SIP cycle after media transfer. ”Steam off” disconnection of disposable systems minimizes the risk of cross-contamination associated with reusable components.

Steam-Thru Connectors Best Practices for Proper Use

How to Assemble the Steam-Thru II Connector from CPC