Steam-Thru® Series Connectors

Steam-Thru® Connectors allow a quick and easy sterile connection between stainless steel biopharmaceutical processing equipment and disposable bag and tube assemblies. The single-use design saves time and money by eliminating unnecessary cleaning procedures and reducing validation burden associated with reusable components.

Features		Benefits
AseptiQuik design	Innovative three-step connection process reduces risk of operator error
Genderless Design	Eases integration of single-use systems with universal mating between AseptiQuik G Connectors
Robust Construction	Repeatable and reliable performance with no additional hardware required
Patented Steam Valve Design	Allows sterile connection and disconnection to stainless equipment and permits a high media flow rate.
Sanitary Interface Between the Two Connectors	More secure connection than tubing with cable ties
CPC Click	Audible confirmation of assembly steps
Market Availability	Open access through multiple supply chain partners

Downloads

File	Description	File size	Downloads
CPC-Aseptiquik-STC-II-Spec-Sheet		251 KB	100
CPC-Steam-Thru-Spec-Sheet		250 KB	109

Product Attributes

Specifications & CV Value

Operating Conditions (Fluid Transfer)

Steam Position
Temperature:	39°F to 104°F (4°C to 40°C)
Pressure:	Up to 35 psi, 2.4 bar (Steam-Thru II)

Flow Position
Temperature:	39°F to 104°F (4°C to 40°C)
Pressure:	Vacuum to 20 psi, 1.4 bar

Sterilization

Full Connector Assembly (Choose 1)
Gamma:	Up to 50 kGy irradiation
Autoclave:	Up to 265°F (129°C) for a total of 60 minutes

Steam-In-Place (SIP)
Steam-Thru II:	Up to 275°F/135°C (up to ~31psig) for 60 minutes
Note: Steam pressures are estimated based upon information in Steam Tables found in literature

Termination Sizes

Sizes:	¾” and 1 ½” sanitary

Materials

Main Components:	AseptiQuik – Polycarbonate (white), USP Class VI
Main Components:	Steam-Thru II – Polysulfone (amber tint), USP Class VI
Seals:	Silicone (clear), platinum-cured, USP Class VI
Pull Tabs:	Polycarbonate (blue, standard version), USP Class VI
Pull Tabs:	Polycarbonate (white, HT version), USP Class VI
Caps:	Polypropylene (clear), USP Class VI
Membrane:	Polyethylene (standard version), USP Class VI
Membrane:	Hydrophobic polyethersulfone (HT versions), USP Class VI
Clamp:	Nylon 66 (white), USP Class VI
Removable Sleeve:	Polycarbonate

Cv Value

AQS STCII CV Value 1-2
AQG STCII CV Value 3-9
AQC STCII CV Value 3-9
Cv values are based on gpm and psi, and Ipm and bar (shown in parentheses).