Sampling gaskets are used for thermal mapping during validation. They can also be used to draw samples from the pipeline through a sampling tube. See above animation. A standard sanitary Tri-Clamp flange utilizing the Sampling Thermocouple Gasket obtains the critical thermal mapping information needed during the validation process without interference due to incorrect installation.
Ensuring product purity and process integrity across the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries.
Reliable temperature measurements and representative product samples are essential for successful validation studies. Ultrapharma’s Sampling Gaskets are specifically developed to support thermal mapping and process sampling in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical systems, providing a simple and dependable solution without requiring permanent modifications to the process line.
Manufactured from Ultrapharma’s validated compounds, the gaskets securely accommodate thermocouples or sampling tubes while maintaining a reliable seal throughout the validation process. Available in multiple materials and port configurations, they are fully compatible with the innovative Allport Sampling Clamp, allowing users to create flexible sampling setups while simplifying installation and improving accessibility.
Designed for repeated use during qualification, SIP validation and thermal mapping, Ultrapharma Sampling Gaskets help engineers perform validation studies with greater efficiency, consistency and confidence.
Reliable measurements. Smarter validation. Trusted performance.
Our engineers at Ultrapharma always try to think out of the box, to make products and processes easier for you. Conventional products may work well, but there is always room for improvement. Like the sampling clamps with the standard 1, 2, 3 and 4 ports, always positioned in the same angles. This makes you very limited in sampling space and a specific clamp is only useful for one configuration.
This is why we introduce the Allport sampling clamp; a half open clamp that can be used for 1, 2, 3, 4 or as many ports as you want. So no need for different clamps, the Allport clamp is useful for all configurations. Combined with new gaskets where we repositioned the ports, which provides more workspace and much easier assembly.
We made sure that in our new configurations the ports are placed in the best position for accessibility and the least obstruction. If you frequently use 3 or 4 ports, you’ll probably recognize the problems of difficult alignment or the wingnut that is obstructing your probe.
The Sampling gasket is 2x the thickness of a standard Tri-Clamp gasket and can therefore hold a probe with a 2,65 mm diameter. This probe can be a thermocouple, a sampling tube, or a wire thermocouple. Insert this probe through one of the holes and securely close the specially machined clamp.
If one or more of the ports is not used during thermal mapping a hole must be closed with a plug. The maximum pressure for this system is 4 bar. After validation, these Sampling gaskets are replaced with standard gaskets.
Sampling gaskets are not available in PTFE
During the sampling process, conventional clamps pose a significant risk to your valuable probes due to the potential for overtightening the wingnut. This frequently leads to the unfortunate outcome of crushed thermocouples, sample tubes, or dataloggers.
Ultrapharma’s Resistor prevents by regulating the tightness with which the ferrules can be compressed, ensuring optimal pressure without the threat of damage. Moreover, it offers users a generously wide point of entry for their probes, enhancing ease of use and minimizing potential mishaps during the sampling process.
Our technical team is ready to help you select the right solution for your application
