Aseptic Connections
Connect With Endless Possibilities
Modern single-use biomanufacturing involves many manual connections to maintain a closed fluid path across process steps. Sartorius' proven connection portfolio adds simplicity, flexibility and speed to any operation. These products provide consistent performance, thanks to robust designs coupled with maintenance and operator training services. Stringent validation protocols assure sterility.
Designed with the user in mind, Sartorius’ equipment reflects years of customer feedback and experience.
Sartorius has a diverse portfolio of connection components to meet customer needs.
Save time with thermal and mechanical connection technologies that streamline steps between drug development and manufacturing.
Connect with Confidence
Aseptic connection technology is critical to successful fluid transfer. Sartorius can aid in planning the connections between unit operations to ensure proper containment. A full line of connection technologies offer simplicity, flexibility and speed to suit process needs, streamline operations and protect valuable process fluids.
| Biowelder® TC Sterile Tube Welder | Opta® SFT Aseptic Tube Connectors | Triclamp | Quick Couplers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Connection | Sterile | Sterile | Non-sterile | Non-sterile |
| Maintains sterility in non-classified environments | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Time | 1-4 mins | 30 secs | 1 min | < 30 secs |
| Typical Tubing material | TPE Only | TPE / Silicone (braided) | TPE / Silicone (braided) | TPE / Silicone / EVA |
| Process Flexibility | As needed with no pre-defined location | Pre-designed in single-use assembly | Pre-designed in single-use assembly | Pre-designed in single-use assembly |
| Cost per connection | $* | $$$ | $$ | $ |
| Fluid contact materials | None | PC | Polypropylene / PE | Polycarbonate / Polysulphone |
| Learn More | Learn More |
*Initial CAPEX is required
Biowelder® TC Sterile Tube Welder
Biowelder® Total Containment is a fully automated welder for sterile connection of thermoplastic tubing. This patented technology allows sterile connection of dry- or liquid- filled TPE tubing. The Biowelder® TC thermally welds tubing from 1/4" up to 1" OD for a stable aseptic connection.
Biowelder® S Automated Aseptic Welder
The Biowelder® S is a fully automated solution for sterile welding of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tubing. Designed for GMP manufacturing, and specifically CGT processes, it ensures aseptic connections of tubing, supporting different sizes and materials with a universal tube holder.
The Opta® Sterile Fluid Transfer (SFT)
Sartorius’ range of aseptic connectors allows fast and reliable connections for sterile fluid transfer between two separate, pre-sterilized process components in biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The gendered Opta® connectors determine the direction of process flow and eliminate operator connection errors.
Sartorius Single-Use Connection Solutions
Maintain sterility with easier handling and build speed, flexibility and redundancy into your process with a broad range of tube sizes, material compatibilities, and interconnectivity between different sizes and materials.
