Ball Valves

LPC11 Sanitary Ball Valve

LPC11 Sanitary Ball Valve built to meet the strictest purity standards in high-cleanliness environments, this valve guarantees zero dead-legs, effortless sterilization, and absolute fluid integrity for sensitive processing lines.

Product Description

Sanitary ball valves serve as the critical control point in industries where contamination is not an option. Manufactured from premium 304 or 316L stainless steel, these valves feature an ultra-smooth, mirror-polished internal flow path (Ra ≤ 0.8μm) that completely eliminates crevices where bacteria or product residue could accumulate.

Unlike standard industrial valves, sanitary ball valves utilize specialized hygienic connections—such as Tri-Clamp (fast-clamp), butt-weld, or threaded ends—to ensure seamless integration into sterile pipelines. The internal sealing system typically employs FDA-compliant, fully encapsulated PTFE or EPDM seats that are self-cleaning and fully compatible with automated CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Steam-In-Place) sterilization protocols. Whether manually operated or equipped with pneumatic/electric actuators for automated routing, this valve provides reliable, leak-free flow control while maintaining uncompromising hygienic safety.

Key Features

Zero Dead-Leg Design: Full-bore, unobstructed flow cavity prevents media stagnation, crystallization, and microbial growth.
Hygienic Surface Finish: Internal and external surfaces undergo precision electronic polishing to eliminate particle adhesion and facilitate easy cleaning.
Sterilization Compatibility: Fully compliant with CIP and SIP processes, withstanding high-temperature steam and aggressive cleaning chemicals.
Sanitary Connections: Available in Tri-Clamp (fast-clamp), butt-weld, and thread types for secure, crevice-free pipeline integration.
Food-Grade Sealing: Utilizes PTFE, EPDM, or silicone seats that meet FDA, 3A, and EHEDG compliance standards.
Modular & Easy Maintenance: Tri-Clamp and multi-piece designs allow for rapid disassembly, cleaning, and seal replacement without disrupting the entire pipeline.
Automation Ready: ISO 5211 top flange supports direct mounting of sanitary pneumatic or electric actuators for automated process control.

Typical Applications

Data Center Liquid Cooling: Cold-plate and immersion cooling systems requiring ultra-clean, zero-particle, and zero-leakage fluid control to protect high-density computing hardware.
Food & Beverage: Dairy processing, juice and syrup transfer, brewing, and wine-making systems.
Biopharmaceutical: Purified water (PW) and Water for Injection (WFI) distribution, bioreactor feed, and sterile API processing.
Cosmetics & Personal Care: High-purity emulsions, lotions, and cream processing lines.
Fine Chemicals: Transfer of ultra-pure solvents, reagents, and corrosive media requiring zero metallic contamination.

Specifications

Valve Size:
NPS1/2 - NPS4;
DN15 - DN100
Pressure Class:
PN16, PN25, PN40, PN63
Operating Temperature:
-29 to +150 °C / -20 to +302 °F
Process Connection Type:
Tri-Clamp, Threaded, Butt Welded, Flange, Threaded
Valve Bonnet:
Standard
Stem Seal:
O-ring, Adjustable Packing
Seat Leakage:
Class VI (FCI-70.2) Standard Leakage Rates, soft seating Class VI-Bubble tight (Zero Leakage)
Flow Characteristics:
Quick Open
Critical Service:
Clean Service
Valve Actuator:
Electric, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Lever, Gear, Electro-Hydraulic
Valve Accessories:
Pneumatic Positioner, Electro Pneumatic Positioner, Limit Switch, SOV, Air lock relay, Volume Booster, AFR, Position Transmitter
Certifications:
DIN, SMS, 3A, ISO
Media:
Clean Liquid, Clean Gas
Other Configurations:
Contact your local Lapar business partner or sales office to learn about additional specifications or options for this product.