| Material: | Stainless Steel A4L-AISI 316L(1.4404) |
| Seal Material: | FDA-compliant Blue Elastomer HNBR/EPDM |
| Thread Range: | M10 to M32 |
| Surface Finish: | Matte finish (Ra < 0.8 µm) |
| Surface Finish: | Polished finish (Ra < 0.8 μm) |
| Compliance: | Designed to EHEDG, 3-A, and FDA guidelines |
Engineered for high-sanitation environments, our Hygienic Design Blind plugs provide secure, contamination-free fastening for the food processing, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Designed in accordance with EHEDG and 3-A principles, these fasteners eliminate dead zones to prevent bacterial growth and biofilm formation.
| Part No. | A/F | L2 | L4 | L5 | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VTPG-M10 | 10 | 16.4 | 9.75 | 6 | M10×1 |
| VTPG-M12 | 13 | 18.8 | 9.98 | 6 | M12×1.5 |
| VTPG-M16 | 16 | 22.4 | 10.26 | 6 | M16×1.5 |
| VTPG-M20 | 18 | 26.4 | 11.8 | 6 | M20×1.5 |
| VTPG-M25 | 24 | 32.4 | 12.46 | 7 | M25×1.5 |
| VTPG-M32 | 30 | 39.4 | 13.87 | 8 | M32×2 |
Seal unused enclosure ports and vessel connections with complete confidence. Engineered from premium AISI 316L stainless steel, our Hygienic Design Blind Plugs deliver superior corrosion resistance and crevice-free sealing for high-purity processing environments. Designed to prevent biofilm formation and withstand aggressive CIP/SIP washdowns, they provide maximum hygiene assurance where safety is non-negotiable.
How these plugs directly solve critical operational challenges in cleanroom and washdown environments:
HNBR: High mechanical strength and good resistance to oil, heat, wear, ozone, and ageing. Well suited to demanding sealing applications involving oils and lubricants.
EPDM: Excellent resistance to weathering, ozone, hot water, and steam, with good flexibility at low temperatures. Generally unsuitable for petroleum-based oils and fuels.
Based on our market observations, HNBR seals are common in food-processing equipment and EPDM seals in pharmaceutical equipment. For other applications, contact us to confirm the suitable material.
