Sample cooking valve — durable, compact valve for food-prep and processing lines Why you need it Provides a reliable, easy-to-install shutoff for cooking and food-processing lines that use a 10 mm hose or 1/2" NPT fittings. Prevents leaks and unwanted flow under normal operating pressures up to 150 psi, helping maintain clean, safe, and controllable processing. Built with 304 stainless steel housing for corrosion resistance and long service life in wet, high-use kitchen and processing environments. Key benefits Compatibility: Direct 10 mm hose outlet connection and 1/2" NPT threaded inlet make it simple to integrate into existing systems without complicated modifications. Performance: Rated for a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi, suitable for most cooking, steam, and liquid handling applications within kitchens and small food-processing lines. Durability: 304 stainless steel case resists corrosion and stands up to frequent cleaning and wet environments. Ease of use: Compact design and standard thread/hose sizes allow fast installation and replacement, minimizing downtime. Key specifications Outlet connection: 10 mm hose Thread size: 1/2" NPT Maximum operating pressure: 150 psi Case material: 304 stainless steel Typical applications Commercial kitchen equipment: control flow to kettles, steamers, or circulating hot water lines that use 10 mm hose or 1/2" NPT fittings. Food processing and batching: sample or drain valves on small-scale cookers, blanchers, or sauce preparation lines. Laboratory or pilot production setups: dependable valve for test cooking lines and sample collection where standard hose and NPT connections are used. Installation notes Designed to connect directly to a 10 mm hose on the outlet and 1/2" NPT fittings on the inlet. Use appropriate thread sealant for NPT connections and hose clamps for a secure hose fit. Maintain within the rated 150 psi maximum operating pressure and follow routine cleaning compatible with 304 stainless steel to preserve service life.