Main Features
Metal Detectable Tri-Clamp Gaskets – Dixon
The Dixon Metal Detectable Tri-Clamp Gasket is a premium sanitary seal engineered to enhance product safety and contamination control in hygienic processing environments. Designed for use with standard Tri-Clamp fittings, these gaskets contain metal-detectable and X-ray visible materials, ensuring that any fragment introduced into the product stream can be quickly identified by inline inspection systems.
Key Benefits
- Enhanced Product Safety: Metal and X-ray detectable compounds enable detection of gasket fragments during processing, reducing contamination risks.
- Sanitary Construction: Smooth, crevice-free sealing surface prevents product buildup and supports full CIP/SIP cleanability.
- Reliable Sealing: Provides a tight, consistent seal between Tri-Clamp connections to prevent leaks and maintain pressure integrity.
- Material Versatility: Available in EPDM, Silicone, Viton®, and PTFE — each compounded with metal-detectable additives for system compatibility.
- Regulatory Compliance: Meets FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and 3-A Sanitary Standards, ideal for use in regulated hygienic industries.
Typical Applications
- Food and beverage processing
- Dairy and brewery systems
- Pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing
- Nutraceutical and cosmetic production
- Any sanitary process requiring contamination control
Product Details
- Compatibility: Standard Tri-Clamp (Sanitary Clamp) fittings
- Materials: Metal-Detectable EPDM, Silicone, Viton®, PTFE
- Temperature Range:
- EPDM: -65°F to 300°F
- Silicone: -80°F to 450°F
- Viton®: -30°F to 400°F
- PTFE: -100°F to 500°F
- Detection: Detectable by standard metal and X-ray inspection equipment
- Standards: FDA compliant, 3-A Sanitary, ASME BPE compatible
- Size Range: 1″ – 6″
Protect your process and your product — Dixon Metal Detectable Tri-Clamp Gaskets deliver superior sealing performance with built-in safety assurance for the most demanding sanitary environments.
