TC Ferrule Female
What is a TC Ferrule Female?
A TC Ferrule Female is a key component in hygienic piping systems, featuring a socket-style end that mates securely with a male ferrule using a tri-clamp and gasket. This ensures a leak-proof, easy-to-clean joint suitable for sanitary applications. It is widely used in dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and food processing industries where quick assembly, disassembly, and high cleanliness are essential.
Asaid Steel Industries is a leading TC Ferrule Female supplier, offering high-grade ferrules manufactured to international standards and suited for clean-in-place (CIP) or sterilize-in-place (SIP) systems.
Key Features
Leak-Proof
Jointing
Sanitary
Design
Easy to
Clean
Standards
Compliant
Corrosion
Resistant
Specifications
| Specification Category | Parameter / Feature | Details / Options |
|---|---|---|
| Size Range | Nominal Size | ½” to 4″ (15 mm – 100 mm, custom sizes available) |
| Pressure Ratings | ANSI / ASME Class | Class 150, 300 |
| PN Ratings | PN10, PN16, PN25 | |
| Valve Type | Product Type | TC Ferrule Female, Hygienic / Sanitary Design |
| Material Options | Body | Stainless Steel SS304, SS316, SS316L |
| Seals / Gaskets | EPDM, PTFE, Silicone (Food Grade) | |
| Standards & Certifications | ASTM | ASTM A351, ASTM A182 |
| ASME / ANSI | ASME BPE, ASME B16.34 | |
| European Standards | EN 1092, ISO 2852 | |
| Certifications | 3A Sanitary, FDA, ISO 9001, CE Marked | |
| Design Features | End Connections | Tri-Clamp / TC Ferrule Female |
| 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 | Seal Integrity Test, Torque Test | |
| Operating Features | Operation | Manual / Tool-assisted Assembly |
| Leakage Rate | Bubble Tight / Zero Leakage as per API 598 |
Dimensions
| Valve Type | Nominal Size (DN / NPS) | Face-to-Face Length (L) | End Diameter (D) | Ferrule ID (d) | Weight per Piece |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TC Ferrule Female | ½” (15 mm) | 40 mm | 21 mm | 15 mm | 0.35 kg |
| TC Ferrule Female | ¾” (20 mm) | 45 mm | 27 mm | 20 mm | 0.5 kg |
| TC Ferrule Female | 1″ (25 mm) | 50 mm | 33 mm | 25 mm | 0.75 kg |
| TC Ferrule Female | 1½” (40 mm) | 65 mm | 50 mm | 40 mm | 1.2 kg |
| TC Ferrule Female | 2″ (50 mm) | 75 mm | 60 mm | 50 mm | 1.8 kg |
| TC Ferrule Female | 3″ (80 mm) | 95 mm | 85 mm | 80 mm | 3.2 kg |
| TC Ferrule Female | 4″ (100 mm) | 110 mm | 105 mm | 100 mm | 4.5 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 |
Chemical Composition
| Element | SS 304 (%) | SS 304L (%) | SS 316 (%) | SS 316L (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium (Cr) | 18.0 – 20.0 | 18.0 – 20.0 | 16.0 – 18.0 | 16.0 – 18.0 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 8.0 – 10.5 | 8.0 – 12.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.08 | ≤ 0.03 | ≤ 0.08 | ≤ 0.03 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 2.00 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.00 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.045 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.030 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance | Balance | Balance |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | — | — | 2.0 – 3.0 | 2.0 – 3.0 |
Applications of TC Ferrule Female
Dairy & Food Processing
Units
Beverage Plants
Pharmaceutical
Cosmetic & Personal
Care
Chemical & Enzyme
Production
Laboratory and Testing
Facilities
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