Teflex NP Opaque Connector

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BFM® Teflex NP Opaque Connector

Description:

A semi-transparent, pure PTFE flexible BFM® connector capable of running continuously at 300ºC (572ºF) temperatures, food grade and can be used across the full pH scale for caustic or acid products.

Documents and Resources:

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A pure PTFE connector capable of running at both low and high temperatures, and can be used across the full pH scale.  Teflex NP Opaque is semi-transparent and allows visibilty of product flow.


Application

  • Can be used on products across the full pH scale  i.e. caustic and acid products will not effect PTFE.
  • Capable of running at very low (-73ºC/-99ºF) and very high temperatures. (continuously operating at 300ºC / 572ºF with short-term surges at 316ºC / 600ºF)

Description title

  • Available with SS Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm) Yes - to Ø500mm = CL ≤ 1,000mm
  • Available with Plastic Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm) No
  • Available as Tool Release? Yes to Ø650mm
  • Available as Tapered? No
  • Available as a one ended Connnector? Yes
  • Quick Access Port Option? No

  • Capable of running at both low and high temperatures
  • Can be used on products across the full pH scale
  • Semi-transparent to allow product-flow visibility
  • Food Grade - compliant with FDA & EU regulations

  • Vibration
  • Dust Tight
  • Food Safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What makes the Teflex NP Opaque Connector suitable for high-temperature and caustic environments?

    The Teflex NP Opaque Connector is constructed from pure PTFE, which allows it to operate continuously at temperatures up to 300ºC (572ºF) and handle short-term temperature surges up to 316ºC (600ºF). Its chemical inertness makes it ideal for use with a wide range of caustic and acidic products across the full pH scale. This makes the connector particularly useful in industries such as chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and food production where high temperature and chemical resistance are required.

  • How does the semi-transparency of the Teflex NP Opaque Connector benefit users?

    The semi-transparent nature of the Teflex NP Opaque Connector allows operators to visually monitor the product flow through the connector. This visibility can be crucial for quality control and process management, ensuring that blockages or inconsistencies in product flow are quickly identified and addressed, thereby reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.

  • What are the key physical properties and compliance certifications of the Teflex NP Opaque Connector?

    This connector features a multi-layer film construction with a wall thickness of 0.23mm and an opaque white color that is semi-transparent. It has excellent tear strength and is dust tight, with no air permeability, ensuring that it can maintain a controlled environment for sensitive processes. It is compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.1550 for food contact, and it meets EU regulations (EC) 1935/2004 & 10/2011, although it is not Atex certified. Its certifications make it suitable for use in regulated industries requiring high standards of hygiene and safety.

  • Can the Teflex NP Opaque Connector be customized to fit specific industrial applications?

    Yes, the Teflex NP Opaque Connector is available in diameters ranging from 100mm to 500mm and can be equipped with stainless steel rings for enhanced mechanical strength up to a maximum diameter of 500mm. It offers various lengths from 80mm to 1,000mm in 50mm increments, accommodating different system requirements. Tool release options are available for easy installation and removal, and the connector can also be specified as a one-ended connector, adding to its versatility in installation and use across different equipment setups.

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