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Sight glass

What is a Sight Glass?

A sight glass, also known as a viewing port or inspection window, is a transparent window installed in process vessels, pipelines, and tanks to allow visual observation of the process media inside. Sight glasses are essential safety and quality control components in pharmaceutical, food, beverage, chemical, and biotechnology industries.

Sanitary sight glasses are manufactured from stainless steel 304 or 316L with borosilicate glass or polycarbonate viewing windows. They feature hygienic designs with smooth internal surfaces, no crevices, and easy-to-clean construction. Advanced models include integrated LED lighting and endoscopic capabilities for detailed internal inspection.

Sight Glass Types

Inline Sight Glass

  • Installed directly in pipeline
  • Observe flow characteristics
  • Detect color and clarity changes
  • Quick-install clamp connections

Vessel Sight Glass

  • Mounted on tank walls
  • Monitor liquid level
  • Observe mixing and reactions
  • Flange or weld connections

Illuminated Sight Glass

  • Integrated LED lighting
  • Clear visibility in dark vessels
  • Rechargeable battery options
  • Explosion-proof variants

Technical Specifications

ParameterRange / Standard
Size RangeDN25 - DN150 (1" - 6")
Body MaterialStainless Steel 304 (1.4301), 316L (1.4404)
Glass MaterialBorosilicate glass, Tempered soda-lime glass
Gasket MaterialEPDM, Silicone, PTFE, NBR (FDA compliant)
Pressure RatingPN10 / PN16 (10 bar / 16 bar)
Temperature Range-20°C to +150°C (Borosilicate); -20°C to +80°C (Polycarbonate)
Connection TypesWeld, Clamp, Thread, Flange
Glass Thickness5mm - 15mm (depending on size and pressure)
Lighting OptionsLED integrated, External halogen, Rechargeable
CertificationsFDA, CE, ISO 9001

Industry Applications

  • Pharmaceutical: Reactor monitoring, fermentation observation, WFI tank level — Borosilicate glass, LED illuminated
  • Biotechnology: Cell culture observation, bioreactor monitoring — Endoscopic for detailed inspection
  • Food Processing: Cooking vessel monitoring, mixing observation, color checking — Tempered glass option
  • Beverage: Fermentation tank monitoring, filtration observation, clarity checking — Clamp connections
  • Chemical: Reaction monitoring, mixing verification, level indication — Chemical resistant seals
  • Dairy: Milk tank level, pasteurizer observation, cheese vat monitoring — FDA compliant materials
FDA Compliant CE Marked ISO 9001

Need a Sight Glass Solution?

Our sanitary equipment specialists can recommend the optimal sight glass configuration for your vessel or pipeline monitoring requirements. Custom sizes and lighting options available.

Email: info@chlgvalve.com Call: +86-15601794339