Tri-Clamp / Tri-Clover Sensors – Simple Hygienic Connections for Aseptic Processes

Tri-Clamp / Tri-Clover Sensors – Simple Hygienic Connections for Aseptic Processes

In food, beverage, pharmaceutical and biochemical industries, process hygiene and product purity are non-negotiable. Equipment that comes into contact with products must be easy to clean, reliably aseptic, and free of contamination risks. Tri-Clamp (also known as Tri-Clover) process connections have become an established standard to meet these stringent requirements.

Why Tri-Clamp Matters in Hygienic Systems

Tri-Clamp connections provide a crevice-free, aseptic joint that eliminates dead space and air pockets where contaminants can accumulate. This hygienic design dramatically reduces the risk of microbial growth and cross-contamination, making it ideal for Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place (SIP) processes.

The system consists of two identical ferrules clamped together with a precision gasket in between. This simple arrangement ensures a secure, leak-proof seal and allows tool-free assembly and disassembly, significantly simplifying installation, maintenance and cleaning.

At RECHNER Sensors, we equip a wide range of level and process sensors with Tri-Clamp process connections to meet the hygiene standards of regulated industries:

Key Features:

  • Hygienic design: Minimal crevices for reduced contamination risk

  • Aseptic connection: Easy cleaning and safe surface contact

  • Tool-free handling: Faster maintenance and lower downtime

  • Standards compliance: Tri-Clamp connections to DIN 32676 Row A (other standards available on request)

  • Material excellence: High-grade 316L stainless steel with surface finish optimized for sanitary use

  • Flexible options: Adapters for threaded connections (e.g., G½″ or G1″) available if desired

Industry Compatibility

Our Tri-Clamp sensor configurations support hygienic process requirements across:

  • Food & beverage production

  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing

  • Biotechnology and biochemical processing

  • Other industries with strict cleanliness standards
    Whether you choose to integrate sensors with adapters or select a direct Tri-Clamp process connector, RECHNER offers reliable solutions tailored to your system design.

Benefits for Your Processes

  • Improved cleanliness and product safety

  • Faster assembly, disassembly, cleaning

  • Robust sealing and minimal contamination risk

  • Compatibility with CIP/SIP cycles

  • High process reliability and uptim