Lee Specialty Valves are precision made of Type 316-L stainless steel and are designed for corrosion-resistant, high-sanitary conditions in the food, drug, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, beverage, chemical and metal-detection industries worldwide. All Lee valves are available with various optional connection fittings such as sanitary Tri-Clamp®, Acme (bevel seat), I-line, flanged, and butt-weld.
Specialty Valves Data Sheet
3A Sanitary Manual Ball Valves Standard Features
- Corrosion-resistant, sanitary application design
- Fast breakdown (no special tools required) for cleaning and maintenance
- Minimal replacement parts — reduce maintenance time and costs
- Extremely easy to clean
- Long term sanitary service if operating, maintenance and cleaning instructions are followed
- Unique full-port flow design
- Standard actuators include hard-anodized aluminum construction, with stainless steel and specially coated material options available
- Equipped with various pneumatic or electric actuators
- Accessories available include: solenoids, UltraSwitch with position indication, filters and regulators
Fractional-Size Valves
- 3A Sanitary certified and USDA approved
- T-316-L stainless steel contact parts with PTFE or Mica-filled PTFE Seals (only 13 parts)
- Full-port design for unobstructed product flow
- Handle doubles as a wrench to tighten packing nut
- 1/2" and 3/4" (both sizes can be equipped with various types of pneumatic actuators)
- Maximum pressure: 300 PSIG
- Maximum temperature: 450°F
- Finish: Sanitary #4 I.D./O.D.
- Tri-Clamp® connectors are standard, others available upon request
| Valve Size | A | B | C | D | E | F | Weight (lbs.) |
| 1/2" | 5 1/16" | 2 7/16" | 2 3/16" | 3/8" | 3 7/16" | 6 3/16" | 6 |
| 3/4" | 5 1/16" | 2 7/16" | 2 3/16" | 3/8" | 3 7/16" | 6 3/16" | 6 |
Jacketed Valves
- 3A Sanitary certified and USDA approved
- For use when product solidification is a concern
- T-316-L stainless steel contact parts with PTFE or Mica-filled PTFE Seals
- Full-port design for unobstructed product flow
- Positive shut-off eliminates excess overruns
- Assure hot or cold flow through the valve
- Sizes range from 1/2" to 4" (all sizes can be equipped with various types of pneumatic or electric actuators)
- Maximum pressure: 300 PSIG
- Maximum temperature: 450°F
- Jacket specifications: 100 PSIG
- Finish: Sanitary #4 I.D./O.D.
Aseptic Ball Valves
- 3A Sanitary certified and USDA approved
- Sizes range from 1 1/2" to 4"
- Maximum pressure: 300 PSIG
- Maximum temperature: 450°F
- Steam Tracing: Up to 15 PSIG at 250°
- Available in flush bottom and in-line options
- Feature steam tracing around the stem assembly, inlet flange and end connections
| Valve Size | A | B | C | D | E | Total Weight (lbs.) | Flange Weight (lbs.) |
| 1 1/2" | 5 1/2" | 4 5/8" | 4 1/8" | 8 3/16" | 1 1/2" | 10 | 3 1/2 |
| 2" | 6" | 5 3/16" | 4 1/2" | 8 1/4" | 2" | 11 | 4 |
| 3" | 8" | 7 1/16" | 5" | 15 3/8" | 3" | 27 | 7 1/2 |
| 4" | 10 1/2" | 9 5/8" | 6 3/8" | 19 1/8" | 4" | 63 | 13 |
All steam connections (F) 1/4" – NPT
| Valve Size | A | B | C | D | E | F | Weight (lbs.) |
| 1 1/2" | 5 13/16" | 2 29/32" | 4 1/8" | 6 7/16" | 1 1/2" | 3 5/8" | 8 |
| 2" | 6 13/16" | 3 13/32" | 4 1/2" | 6 7/16" | 2" | 4 1/8" | 10 |
| 3" | 9 7/16" | 4 23/32" | 5" | 8 3/8" | 3" | 5 5/8" | 22 |
| 4" | 13 1/16" | 6 17/32" | 6 3/8" | 16" | 4" | 7 1/4" | 52 |
All steam connections (G) 1/4" – NPT
CIP Valves
- Available in flush bottom and in-line options
- Can be cleaned without dismantling
- Maximum pressure: 300 PSIG
- Maximum temperature: 450°F