Description
B9MP-R300 Clamp Cross - 3" 316L Stainless Steel
Dixon B9MP-R300 is a 3" sanitary clamp cross manufactured from 316L stainless steel for hygienic and process piping systems.
Part of Dixon's B9MP clamp-cross family, this fitting provides four sanitary clamp connections arranged in a cross configuration. It is designed for installations where process flow must branch or converge in multiple directions while maintaining removable hygienic connections for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance.
Product Highlights
- Dixon sanitary clamp cross
- Manufacturer part number B9MP-R300
- 3" tube outside diameter
- 316L stainless steel construction
- Four sanitary clamp connections
- Cross configuration for multi-directional piping layouts
- Designed for hygienic and sanitary process systems
- Suitable for food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and compatible process applications
- Removable clamp connections support cleaning and maintenance
- Dixon published dimension A: 3.75"
- 304 stainless steel equivalent: B9MP-G300
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Dixon |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | B9MP-R300 |
| Product Type | Clamp Cross |
| Series | B9MP |
| Tube O.D. | 3" |
| Material | 316L Stainless Steel |
| Connection Type | Sanitary Clamp |
| Number of Connections | 4 |
| Configuration | Cross |
| Published Dimension A | 3.75" |
| 304 Stainless Steel Equivalent | B9MP-G300 |
| Application | Hygienic and process piping branch connections |
316L Stainless Steel Construction
The B9MP-R300 is manufactured from 316L stainless steel, a corrosion-resistant material commonly used in sanitary and process piping systems.
316L stainless steel is often selected for hygienic applications that require improved resistance to chlorides, cleaning chemicals, and other demanding process environments.
Always verify material compatibility with the process fluid, cleaning chemistry, operating temperature, sanitation procedure, and application requirements.
Clamp Cross Configuration
The B9MP-R300 uses a four-way cross configuration with clamp-style sanitary connections on each branch.
This layout can be used where one process line branches in multiple directions or where several lines converge at a common point, depending on the system design.
The clamp connections provide removable joints that can simplify process equipment integration, cleaning, inspection, and maintenance.
Sanitary Clamp Connections
Connection Benefits
- Removable hygienic joints
- Fast assembly and disassembly
- Supports cleaning and inspection
- Compatible with properly selected sanitary gaskets
- Compatible with appropriate sanitary clamps
Typical Joint Components
- Compatible mating sanitary ferrule
- Properly selected gasket
- Appropriate clamp
- Correctly aligned process tubing or equipment connection
Typical Applications
Food & Beverage
- Food processing systems
- Beverage production
- Dairy processing
- Breweries
- Wineries and distilleries
Hygienic & Process Systems
- Pharmaceutical process piping
- Sanitary transfer lines
- Clean process systems
- Process equipment manifolds
- Multi-branch fluid routing
Published Dimension
Dixon lists the 3" B9MP-R300 clamp cross with a published A dimension of 3.75".
When exact fit-up, fabrication dimensions, or equipment clearances are critical, review the latest Dixon dimensional drawing before installation.
304 vs. 316L Version
B9MP-R300
- 3" tube O.D.
- 316L stainless steel
- Dixon R-series material designation
- Designed for applications requiring 316L construction
B9MP-G300
- 3" tube O.D.
- 304 stainless steel
- Dixon G-series material designation
- Same B9MP clamp-cross family
Installation
Confirm that the 3" tube O.D. and 316L stainless steel material match the rest of the process system before installation.
Inspect all clamp faces for contamination, scratches, dents, or other damage that could interfere with gasket sealing.
Use compatible sanitary gaskets and clamps on all four connections. Select gasket material according to the process fluid, temperature, cleaning chemicals, and sanitation requirements.
Properly align and support all connected piping. Do not use the fitting to pull misaligned tubing or equipment into position.
After assembly, inspect the completed joints and verify leak-free operation under appropriate system conditions.
Our team can help confirm your tube O.D., stainless steel grade, clamp size, gasket material, and mating sanitary components before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What size is Dixon B9MP-R300?
B9MP-R300 is a 3" tube O.D. sanitary clamp cross.
What material is B9MP-R300?
Dixon manufactures B9MP-R300 from 316L stainless steel.
How many connections does the fitting have?
The B9MP-R300 has four sanitary clamp connections arranged in a cross configuration.
What is the published dimension A?
Dixon lists dimension A as 3.75" for B9MP-R300.
What is the 304 stainless steel equivalent?
Dixon lists B9MP-G300 as the corresponding 3" 304 stainless steel clamp cross.
What does the R designation mean?
Within Dixon's B9MP product family, the R-series part number identifies the 316L stainless steel version.
Are clamps and gaskets included?
Do not assume clamps or gaskets are included unless specifically stated in the GetPipe.com offering. They are typically selected separately according to system requirements.
What applications use a clamp cross?
Clamp crosses are used in sanitary and hygienic process systems where piping must branch or converge in multiple directions.
Can this be used in food and beverage applications?
316L sanitary clamp fittings are commonly used in compatible food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and other hygienic process piping systems.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm Dixon part number B9MP-R300, 3" tube O.D., 316L stainless steel material, mating clamp ferrules, gasket material, and required system dimensions.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Dixon part number B9MP-R300.
- Product type is a sanitary clamp cross.
- Tube outside diameter is 3".
- Material is 316L stainless steel.
- Dixon publishes dimension A as 3.75".
- Four sanitary clamp connections are provided.
- B9MP-G300 is the corresponding 304 stainless steel version.
- Verify tube O.D. before ordering.
- Do not confuse sanitary tube O.D. with nominal pipe size.
- Confirm 316L material compatibility with the process media and cleaning chemistry.
- Select sanitary gaskets separately unless specifically included.
- Select sanitary clamps separately unless specifically included.
- Verify gasket material for temperature and chemical compatibility.
- Inspect clamp faces before assembly.
- Do not use damaged or distorted sealing surfaces.
- Properly support connected piping.
- Do not use the fitting to force misaligned piping into position.
- Verify complete system pressure and temperature limitations before operation.
- Follow applicable sanitary installation, cleaning, and process requirements.
