DIN Standard Stainless Steel Threaded Unions
DIN Standard Stainless Steel Threaded Unions: Hygienic & Industrial Connectors
1. Product Overview
2. Core Construction & Features
2.1. Material
2.2. Thread Design
The thread design complies with DIN standards, such as DIN 2999 for Whitworth pipe threads (55° thread angle, 1:16 taper), ensuring compatibility with British Standard Pipe (BSP) series while adhering to stricter tolerances . Certain models utilize metric threads designed for bite-type fittings (ferrules), which create a seal by mechanically gripping the tube, often eliminating the need for additional sealing elements .
2.3. Structural Forms
Bite-type (Ferrule) Fittings: Comprising a ferrule, nut, and adapter. This design provides a strong mechanical grip and seal on the tubing. Threaded Unions: Consisting of sealing components, a nut, and an adapter. A significant advantage of these designs is that they do not require welding, thereby saving subsequent steps like pickling and non-destructive testing, which streamlines installation and reduces overall project time and labor costs .
3. Key Advantages
4. Technical Specifications (Summary)
5. Typical Applications
Food & Beverage Industry: Used in aseptic piping lines for dairy, beer, juices, etc., to prevent contamination. Pharmaceutical & Bioprocessing: Suitable for high-purity fluid transfer (e.g., vaccines, biologics), supporting SIP sterilization. Chemical & Fine Chemical Industry: For conveying corrosive media (e.g., acids, alkalis); 316L stainless steel or PTFE-lined models offer enhanced chemical resistance. General Industrial Use: Commonly found in various industrial control panels, test, and measurement equipment due to their standardized, easy-to-maintain design.
6. Selection Guide
Material Compatibility: Select AISI 304 stainless steel for general purposes. Choose AISI 316L for environments with higher corrosion risks, such as those involving chlorides or aggressive chemicals . Size and Pressure Rating: Select the appropriate thread size (e.g., DN15-DN150) based on the pipe diameter and ensure the pressure rating (e.g., PN10) meets or exceeds the system's maximum operating pressure . Standards like DIN 2353 define different pressure series (e.g., Light, Heavy) to match application requirements . Sealing Design: Choose the sealing mechanism (e.g., ferrule bite, elastomeric seal) based on the fluid characteristics, temperature, and hygiene requirements.


