The Universal Sampling Valve™ (USV) from Kanomax FMT is designed to facilitate sterile, midstream sampling in high-purity water systems, effectively eliminating the risk of atmospheric contamination. Constructed with 316L stainless steel and electropolished to a minimum 25 Ra finish, the USV ensures durability and compliance with stringent sanitary standards.

Key Features:

• Versatile Connector Options: The USV accommodates various system requirements with available connectors including 1/8" or 1/4" NPT threaded connectors and 1/2" or 1-1/2" sanitary connectors. ​
• Secure Instrument Sampling: For enhanced sampling security, the USV can be equipped with additional fittings such as a Galtek® retaining nut and 1/4" diameter PFA Teflon® tubing. This setup ensures a reliable connection to particle counters, total organic carbon (TOC) monitors, nonvolatile residue monitors (NRMs), and other water quality monitoring instruments. ​
• Effective Valve Sanitization: The USV can be sanitized by injecting a peracetic acid/H2O2 solution or isopropyl alcohol into the valve using a syringe, or by flaming the valve at temperatures up to 200°C, ensuring sterility before sampling. ​
• Flexible Sampling Methods: The USV supports both "grab" sampling into sterile containers and syringe sampling. The syringe method involves inserting a sterile hypodermic needle through the precision-drilled septum to extract a midstream sample, preventing airborne bacterial contamination. ​
• Bacteria Monitoring Capability: Featuring a male Luer® connection, the USV seamlessly integrates with standard bacteria culture monitors, facilitating direct sampling and analysis for bacterial contamination.
  

Specifications

Product specifications for Kanomax FMT’s Universal Sample Valves

• Materials: 316L stainless steel body with electropolished finish; Teflon-coated silicone septum; Viton O-ring; white silicone gasket.​
• Flow Rates: Approximately 450 mL/min at 40 psi and 1000 mL/min at 80 psi.​
• Maximum Pressure: 100 psig.​

Ordering Information

NPT Threaded Models:

• 1/8" NPT for pipe diameters up to 1-1/2": Model FMT-USV8.​
• 1/4" NPT for pipe diameters greater than 1-1/2": Model FMT-USV4.​
• 1/4" NPT with extra-long sample inlet: Model FMT-USV4-EL.​

Sanitary Connection Models:

• Fits 1/2"–3/4" sanitary connection: Model FMT-SSV075.​
• Fits 1"–1-1/2" sanitary connection: Model FMT-SSV150.

​Optional Accessories:

• Sterile Hypodermic Needle: Model FMT-SHN.​
• Sterile Syringe: Model FMT-SY60.​
• Galtek Nut: Model FW-FN4.​
• Galtek Grooving Tool: Model FW-GT4.​
• 1/4" Teflon Tubing (10 ft.): Model FMT-TFL4-10.​
• Rebuild Kit (includes septum, O-ring, and dust cover): Model FMT-USVKIT.​