Introduction
The document provides an overview of the VESTA® Sterile Valves by GEA Tuchenhagen, highlighting their application in sterile processes with nominal widths up to DN 65, 2 1/2” OD, ISO 76.1. The valves are available in various pipe standards including DIN, ISO, and OD.

Specifications
The VESTA® valve program includes sizes:

• DIN: DN 32, 40, 50, 65 (optional up to DN 100)
• ISO: 42.4x2, 48.3x2, 60.3x2, 76.1x2 (optional up to ISO 114.3)
• OD: 1 1/2”, 2”, 2 1/2” (optional up to 4” OD)

All valves are made from 1.4435 (AISI 316L) stainless steel, with higher-grade materials available upon request.

Design Features
The VESTA® valves feature:

• Patented bellows sealing system
• Easy and safe maintenance
• 100% self-draining and dead space-free design
• EHEDG approved and certified

The valves are designed for orbital welding and are available in various body types for special applications.

Actuator Systems
Three actuator variants are available:

• Single-active, spring-forced pneumatic actuators (stainless steel or synthetic)
• Manual actuators for manual processes

The actuators are designed for durability and ease of maintenance.

Core Technology
The core element of the VESTA® Sterile Valve is the PTFE bellow made of Hostaform TFM 1705, ensuring hermetic sealing of the valve interior from the atmosphere during all processing phases.

Contact Information
GEA Tuchenhagen GmbH, Am Industriepark 2-10, 21514 Büchen, Germany. Phone: +49 4155 49-0, Fax: +49 4155 49-2423, Email: [email protected], Website: www.tuchenhagen.com