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Tank Weldable Sight Glass Sanitary SMS Connection

Tank Weldable Sight Glass Sanitary SMS Connection

Weldable tank sight glasses allow for a total view of the interior of a process. Depending on the fluid temperature and pressure to be worked on, some recommendation may be made on the best manufacturing material, types of crystals and types of gaskets. This type of sight glasses has a sanitary weldable connection based on the size of the connection, and the tightening of the sight glasses is sanitary according to the SMS nut.

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Douglass warrants merchandise against defective workmanship and materials that become apparent within a period of 12 months from the date of receipt of invoice by the purchaser (hereinafter referred to as the warranty period). All liabilities under the warranty provisions shall expire when the warranty period has expired. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or comments.

SHIPPING AND PACKAGING

At Douglass, we use a unique and patented packaging method that minimizes the risk of glass damage during shipping. This system ensures your products arrive in perfect condition, just as we would like to receive them ourselves.

We understand that not all glass is the same, so we tailor our packaging techniques based on the type and quantity of products you order. This ensures maximum protection for every shipment.

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The Douglass weldable tank sight glass with SMS (Sanitary Mechanical Seal) connection is an advanced sight glass designed for seamless integration into tanks where cleanliness and durability are paramount. Engineered for industries demanding high standards of hygiene, this sight glass provides clear visibility of the tank's interior, ensuring precise monitoring of processes and fluid levels.

Key features — Sanitary sight glass

  1. Weldable design

    The Douglass sight glass is permanently welded to the tank, ensuring a secure and hygienic installation. This eliminates potential contamination points, making it ideal for environments where cleanliness is crucial.

  2. Sanitary Mechanical Seal (SMS) connection

    The SMS connection allows for easy assembly and disassembly, ensuring a leak-proof and sanitary seal. It simplifies maintenance and cleaning, meeting stringent sanitary standards.

  3. Premium materials

    Constructed from high-grade stainless steel (304 or 316) and durable glass materials like borosilicate or quartz, the Douglass sight glass offers excellent resistance to corrosion, thermal shock, and chemical exposure.

  4. Enhanced visibility

    Provides full visibility into the tank's interior, allowing operators to monitor processes effectively without compromising sanitary conditions.

Parts and materials

Exploded view — tank weldable sight glass sanitary SMS connection (numbered parts)
ItemPart nameMaterial options
1Support
  • Stainless Steel 316L
  • Stainless Steel 304
2Cover flange
  • Stainless Steel 316L
  • Stainless Steel 304
3Gasket (max temp)
  • Buna
  • Neoprene
  • Teflon
  • Sanitary rubber
  • EPDM
  • Viton
4Sight glass
  • DIN 7080 tempered borosilicate
  • DIN 8902 tempered soda lime
  • Polycarbonate
  • Quartz
5Base
  • Stainless Steel 316L
  • Stainless Steel 304

The main advantages of these sight glasses are their easy installation, ease of replacing crystals or gaskets, and their sanitary degree. Dimensions comply with international standards for SMS connections in the English system. For the metric system, please refer to DN sanitary connections.

At Douglass, we specialize in providing high-quality sight glass solutions for industries that demand the highest standards of hygiene and safety. Our sight glass sanitary SMS connection is specifically designed for seamless integration into process equipment glass systems, ensuring a clear view of fluid processes in real time. This product is essential in industries like food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology, where precise process monitoring equipment is critical to maintaining product quality and compliance with industry regulations.

Sanitary sight glass window — Technical information

Sanitary sight glass window — total diameter A and visible diameter B
IDA (Total Diam)B (Visible Diam)
1"51.00 mm22.50 mm
1.5"74.00 mm35.50 mm
2"84.00 mm48.50 mm
2.5"100.00 mm60.50 mm
3"114.00 mm72.00 mm
4"154.00 mm97.60 mm

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