Dairy Flow Control
Valve SMS Type
What is a Dairy Flow Control Valve SMS Type?
A Dairy Flow Control Valve SMS Type is a hygienic valve designed to precisely regulate liquid flow in sanitary process pipelines. It uses a movable stem or disc assembly to control product flow rate while maintaining cleanliness and preventing contamination.
Asaid Steel Industries supplies premium Dairy Flow Control Valves SMS Type in high-quality stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting performance and compliance with international hygienic standards.
Key Features
Leak-Proof
Jointing
Robust
Construction
High Pressure
Resistance
Standards
Compliant
Corrosion
Resistant
Specifications
| Specification Category | Parameter / Feature | Details / Options |
|---|---|---|
| Size Range | Nominal Size | 2″ to 12″ (50 mm – 300 mm, custom sizes available) |
| Pressure Ratings | ANSI / ASME Class | Class 150, 300 |
| PN Ratings | PN10, PN16, PN25 | |
| Valve Type | Product Type | Flow Regulating Valve (FRV), SMS Union Type, Hygienic / Sanitary Design |
| Material Options | Body & Disc | Stainless Steel SS304, SS316, SS316L |
| Seals / Gaskets | EPDM, PTFE, Silicone (Food Grade) | |
| Standards & Certifications | ASTM | ASTM A351, ASTM A182 |
| ASME / ANSI | ASME B16.34, ASME BPE | |
| European Standards | EN 1092, ISO 2852 | |
| Certifications | 3A Sanitary, FDA, ISO 9001, CE Marked | |
| Design Features | End Connections | SMS Union Ends (easy assembly/disassembly) |
| Flow Type | Adjustable Flow, Uni-Directional | |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 180°C (depending on seal material) | |
| Surface Finish | Ra ≤ 0.8 µm internal, Polished / Pickled external | |
| Tolerance | Dimensional Tolerance | As per ASME BPE / EN Standards |
| Coating & Surface Finish | Anti-Corrosion | Passivation, Electro-Polished |
| Optional Coatings | PTFE Coating, Nickel Plating | |
| Testing & Inspection | Pressure Testing | Hydrostatic, Pneumatic |
| Non-Destructive Testing | Visual, Dye Penetrant (DPT) | |
| Destructive Testing | Torque Test, Seal Integrity Test | |
| Operating Features | Operation | Manual Lever, Gear, or Pneumatic Actuation |
| Leakage Rate | Bubble Tight / Zero Leakage as per API 598 |
Dimensions
| Valve Type | Nominal Size (DN / NPS) | Face-to-Face (L) | End-to-End (H) | Disc Diameter (D) | Weight per Piece |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRV SMS Type | 2″ (50 mm) | 80 mm | 130 mm | 50 mm | 3.5 kg |
| FRV SMS Type | 3″ (80 mm) | 95 mm | 150 mm | 80 mm | 5.0 kg |
| FRV SMS Type | 4″ (100 mm) | 110 mm | 170 mm | 100 mm | 6.8 kg |
| FRV SMS Type | 6″ (150 mm) | 135 mm | 200 mm | 150 mm | 10 kg |
| FRV SMS Type | 8″ (200 mm) | 160 mm | 230 mm | 200 mm | 14.5 kg |
| FRV SMS Type | 10″ (250 mm) | 185 mm | 260 mm | 250 mm | 20 kg |
| FRV SMS Type | 12″ (300 mm) | 210 mm | 290 mm | 300 mm | 26 kg |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 485 – 750 | MPa (SS304 / SS316 / SS316L) |
| Yield Strength | 170 – 450 | MPa |
| Hardness | 120 – 200 | HB (Brinell) |
| Elongation | ≥ 20 – 30 | % |
| Density | 7.9 – 8.0 | g/cm³ |
| Impact Toughness | ≥ 27 – 70 | J (Charpy, grade-dependent) |
| Modulus of Elasticity (E) | ~200 | GPa |
| Fatigue Strength | 250 – 450 | MPa |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent (SS316L > SS316 > SS304) | – |
| Thermal Conductivity | 15 – 25 | W/m·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 16 – 18 ×10⁻⁶ | /°C |
| Yield Ratio (YS/UTS) | 0.40 – 0.65 | – |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.27 – 0.30 | – |
| Brinell Hardness Range | 120 – 200 | HB |
| Surface Finish | Ra ≤ 0.8 µm internal, Polished external | – |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 to 180 | °C (depending on seal material) |
| Pressure Rating | Class 150, 300 / PN10 – PN25 | ASME B16.34 / EN Standards |
| Leakage Rate | Bubble tight | API 598 |
Applications of Dairy Flow Control Valve SMS Type
Dairy & Milk Processing
Units
Beverage Plants
Pharmaceutical
Food Processing &
Edible Oil Units
Chemical & Enzyme
Production
Dairy R&D and Quality
Testing Labs
Do you have questions?
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