SB Tank Pressure Regulator
Alfa Laval SB Tank
Pressure Regulator Valve
The Alfa Laval SB Tank Pressure Regulator maintains the working pressure in the vapour space, or at the top, of a process tank during filling, processing and emptying. It generally connects directly to the gas pipe or Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) pipe that leads into the tank top, or is incorporated into a flow panel. This ensures process safety and effectiveness as well as safeguards product integrity.
This Control Valve typically regulates the pressure in tanks used in the Dairy, Food, Beverage and Brewery industries, among many other industries. The Valve easily integrates with an Alfa Laval SCANDI BREW® tank top system.
SB Tank Pressure
Regulator Benefits
- Reliable, constant tank pressure control
- Variable pressure setting
- Optimised cleaning
- Built-in pressure gauge
- Fully cleanable with Cleaning-in-Place system
SB Tank Pressure Regulator Technical Data
Nominal size
1”
1½”
2”
3”
Set Pressure Range
0.2 – 4.0 bar
0.2 – 4.0 bar
0.2 – 4.0 bar
0.2 – 4.0 bar
Max Fill Speed
25m3/h
50m3/h
100m3/h
200m3/h
Ferment. Capacity
100m3
200m3
400m3
800m3
Materials
Product wetted steel parts: EN 1.4307 (AISI 304L)
Product wetted seals: EPDM
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Specification Sheet
SB Tank Pressure Regulator Key Features
Secure Tank Top Pressure Control
Maintaining the working pressure at the tank top is critical. The tank pressure regulator makes sure that the pressure in the vapour space of a process tank is always at the optimal setting. This ensures the safety and effectiveness of your processes and safeguards product integrity.
Modular, Hygienic Design
All pressure regulator components are made of high-quality hygienic materials that meet stringent food and beverage processing standards. Modular design provides the flexibility to meet most installation requirements. Hygiene is assured through the use of a CIP adaptor to provide full cleanability.
How the SB Tank Pressure Regulator Works
Construction
The tank pressure regulator consists of single Valve unit incorporating a Pressure Exhaust Valve, a pressure-supply Valve and a connection for a pressure gauge. The pressure regulator can be supplied with a Valve with different versions of the spring/regulating unit:
Fixed setting (only one pressure), Variable setting and the Pneumatic actuator
Operating Principle
The Valve unit is supplied with either a fixed or a variable setting, which adjusts the relieving pressure to the required working pressure in the tank. When tank top pressure exceeds the preset pressure, the regulator releases the gas through the vent port either for atmospheric discharge or for collection. If the tank top pressure decreases, gas is supplied through the gas supply connection at the bottom.
Cleaning-in-Place (CIP)
The tank pressure regulator requires cleaning between every batch. It is incorporated into the tank CIP procedure by means of the optional CIP adaptor. Before cleaning, the CIP adaptor is mounted onto the pressure regulator; it forces open the gas supply Valve and pressure relief valve and enables them to be fully cleaned. During the CIP procedure, all functions are blocked. See the schematic drawing of the regulator.
SB Tank Pressure Regulator Product Documents
Recent Success Story
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SB Tank Pressure Regulator
Servicing & Maintenance
SB Tank Pressure Regulators are built for a wide range of duties across the Dairy, Food, Beverage, Personal Care, Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical industries.
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