Is the STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone safe for food-contact applications and what temperature range does it support?

Yes. The STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone is suitable for food-contact applications . it is explicitly described as "for food applications." It does not resist greases and oils, so avoid use with oily or greasy food substances or environments. The material is silicone and the operating temperature range is â60Â°C to +180Â°C.

Does the STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone resist oils and greases used in food processing?

No - the STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone is intended for food applications but explicitly has no resistance to greases and oils. It is made of silicone and therefore will not resist oils and greases used in food processing. Operating temperature: -60Â°C to +180Â°C.

Can the STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone be autoclaved for sterilization in food processing?

Most likely yes. but with caveats. Explanation: The STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone is made of silicone with an operating temperature range of â60Â°C to +180Â°C. Typical steam autoclave sterilization cycles use saturated steam at about 121Â°C (2 atm) or 134Â°C (3 bar) for periods from 3 to 30 minutes. Those temperatures are well within the materialâs stated thermal limits, so silicone will generally withstand autoclaving without melting or immediate thermal degradation. However, consider these important points before autoclaving for food-processing use: - Chemical resistance: The product description explicitly notes âNo resistance to greases and oils.â While steam sterilization itself wonât introduce oils, any residual food fats or cleaning chemicals on the gasket may interact with the silicone and affect performance or cleanliness. Ensure thorough cleaning to remove oils/greases before autoclaving. - Mechanical/functional changes: Repeated autoclave cycles can, over time, cause some silicones to harden, lose elasticity, or change dimensions. Verify that the gasketâs sealing performance remains acceptable after the number of cycles you expect in production. - Food-contact compliance: The description states âFor food applications,â but does not cite specific regulatory approvals (e.g., FDA, EU 10/2011). Confirm the gasketâs compliance/certification with your local food-contact regulations if required. - Compatibility with autoclave parameters: Use recommended autoclave temperature/time and drying cycles. Avoid exposure to temperatures above +180Â°C or prolonged oxidative environments that could accelerate aging. - Cleanliness and drying: Ensure gaskets are properly cleaned of contaminants prior to sterilization and allowed to dry/cool to prevent microbial regrowth or trapping fluids. Recommendation: You can autoclave the STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone at typical sterilization temperatures (121â134Â°C), but first confirm specific supplier/manufacturer guidance on repeated autoclaving, obtain any necessary food-contact certifications, and ensure removal of oils/greases before sterilization.

STORZ firefighter connector gasket for suction and discharge hoses, silicone

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Additional information

Maximum operating temperature [°C]	180
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-60

Lip seal designed for suction and pressure hoses. For food applications. No resistance to greases and oils. Material: silicone. Operating temperature: from -60°C to +180°C.

List of product variants

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Lip seal designed for suction and pressure hoses. For food applications. No resistance to greases and oils. Material: silicone. Operating temperature: from -60°C to +180°C.