WANVALVE Pneumatic Clamp Sanitary Butterfly Valve WP12-K | Stainless Steel Food-Grade Valve

WANVALVE Pneumatic Clamp Sanitary Butterfly Valve WP12-K

The WANVALVE WP12-K pneumatic clamp sanitary butterfly valve is a precision-engineered flow control solution designed for food and beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Built from 304 stainless steel, it combines hygiene, durability, and performance. The compact sanitary clamp connection allows for quick installation and maintenance, making it ideal for hygienic process lines that require easy cleaning and reliable operation.

Technical Highlights

This sanitary butterfly valve integrates a robust pneumatic actuator that provides smooth and accurate open and close performance. For more details on how pneumatic butterfly valves operate and their advantages in industrial automation, see our pneumatic butterfly valve section.
Operators can also choose manually operated versions equipped with a pull handle or trigger handle for flexible control in maintenance or small-batch production systems.

The seat material options include PTFE, VITON, and food-grade silicone—each selected for superior chemical resistance and compliance with sanitary standards.
The body material, made entirely of stainless steel, ensures consistent corrosion resistance and prevents contamination risks often seen in iron body or ductile iron valves.

Technical Parameters

Installation and Maintenance

The sanitary clamp design enables effortless installation and quick disassembly without special tools—ideal for systems requiring regular cleaning or inspection.
Whether equipped with a double acting actuator or a manually operated handle, the WP12-K ensures stable open and close functionality with minimal maintenance.
For practical installation references, professionals can explore detailed industry guides on ConstructionHow and component comparisons at Metoree.

Quality Assurance

Each WANVALVE WP12-K valve undergoes rigorous pressure and leakage testing to ensure compliance with sanitary and mechanical standards.
The 304 stainless steel body provides a long service life, while all sealing and moving components are selected for reliability under demanding conditions.
Compared with iron body or ductile iron alternatives, the WP12-K offers higher resistance to corrosion, ensuring product safety across hygienic process lines.

Applications

This clamp butterfly valve is ideal for:

• Food and beverage production lines (milk, juice, beer, water)

• Pharmaceutical and bioprocessing systems

• Cosmetic and personal care manufacturing

• Chemical and fine process industries requiring hygiene standards

Its clean, polished internal surface minimizes buildup and cross-contamination, making it a preferred choice for industries that demand reliable flow control under sanitary conditions.

Customization and Options

The WP12-K series can be customized to meet specific process requirements. For example:

• Actuator types: single acting or double acting pneumatic actuators, or manually operated versions with pull handle or trigger handle.

• Seat material options: PTFE, VITON, or food-grade silicone, depending on the medium and temperature requirements.

• Connection standards: sanitary clamp, tri-clamp, or custom flange sizes to fit different process lines.

• Surface finishing: internal polishing up to 0.4 μm Ra for food and beverage applications, or mirror polishing for pharmaceutical industries.

• Optional accessories: position indicators, limit switches, or control sensors to integrate with automated systems.

These examples illustrate how the WP12-K can be tailored for various operational needs, ensuring both hygienic compliance and precise flow control in critical production lines.

Conclusion

The WANVALVE WP12-K sanitary clamp pneumatic butterfly valve combines hygienic construction, flexible control options, and dependable sealing performance.
From its 304 stainless steel body material to its versatile seat materials and precision pneumatic actuator, every detail is engineered to deliver efficiency, reliability, and long-term durability.
Whether automated or manually operated, this sanitary butterfly valve is a smart investment for professionals managing high-standard process lines in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.