Is the Stainless Steel Cap with BSP Female Thread, Type VT118 suitable for use in saltwater or marine environments up to 10 bar?

Yes. The Stainless Steel Cap with BSP Female Thread, Type VT118 is suitable for saltwater and marine environments up to 10 bar. Made from high‑quality AISI 316 stainless steel, it offers excellent corrosion resistance in demanding marine conditions and is specifically described as appropriate for industrial or marine environments. It is designed for a working pressure of up to 10 bar and provides a secure, leak‑proof closure with precision BSP threading for reliable integration. Keep in mind dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer; for critical or prolonged submersion applications, verify manufacturer specifications and consider periodic inspection or additional protective measures (e.g., seals or anti‑corrosion coatings) as needed.

Can the Stainless Steel Cap with BSP Female Thread, Type VT118 be sterilized for use in food or pharmaceutical systems without compromising its BSP thread integrity?

Yes. The Stainless Steel Cap with BSP Female Thread, Type VT118 can be sterilized for use in food or pharmaceutical systems without compromising its BSP thread integrity, provided standard compatible sterilization methods and parameters are observed. Reasons: - Material: Made of high‑quality AISI 316 stainless steel, which is widely used in food and pharma industries for its corrosion resistance and ability to withstand common sterilization processes (steam/autoclave, chemical sanitizers, and many clean-in-place agents). - Construction: The robust, precision-machined BSP female thread is durable and designed to retain dimensional stability under normal sterilization temperatures and pressures (the product is rated for up to 10 bar working pressure). - Best practices: To ensure thread integrity, follow manufacturer cleaning and sterilization guidelines—avoid excessive mechanical abrasion, prolonged exposure to aggressive chloride solutions at high temperature, or repeated cycles far beyond intended service conditions. Inspect threads after repeated sterilizations for signs of wear or pitting and use appropriate gasket/seal materials compatible with chosen sterilization method. - Compatibility: Steam sterilization (autoclave) and standard chemical disinfectants are generally acceptable; for aggressive chemical sterilants (e.g., strong acids, halogens at high concentration) validate compatibility first. In summary, when used within recommended sterilization conditions and maintained properly, the Stainless Steel Cap with BSP Female Thread, Type VT118 will maintain BSP thread integrity for food and pharmaceutical applications.

Cap with thread internal BSP, steel stainless, type VT118

Additional information

Material	SS – stainless steel
Standard length [m]	40

Cap with thread internal BSP. Material: steel AISI 316. pressure working 10 bar. given dimensions are indicative and can slightly differ depending on the manufacturer.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
NM-VT118-04	Cap with 1/4" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-06	Cap with 3/8" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-08	Cap with 1/2" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-12	Cap with 3/4" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-16	Cap with 1" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-20	Cap with 1.1/4" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-24	Cap with 1.1/2" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-32	Cap with 2" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-40	Cap with 2.1/2" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry
NM-VT118-48	Cap with 3" BSP female, AISI 316	-	10	In stock	Enquiry

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Cap with thread internal BSP. Material: steel AISI 316. pressure working 10 bar. given dimensions are indicative and can slightly differ depending on the manufacturer.