02 Tank Cleaning Nozzles

Tank cleaning nozzles
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How to choose the right tank cleaning nozzle
The following step-by-step When planning your tank 3) Proper positioning — 4) A

pplication suitability —
procedure will help you define cleaning nozzle installation, for optimal targeting ensures safe operation
your cleaning task and get the be sure to observe the
most out of our products. following four parameters:  In case of internal  When using any type of
obstacles, either use plastic spray nozzle, there
Begin by analyzing your 1) Rinsing effect — several nozzles or place is the possibility for static
cleaning task: a function of flow rate the nozzle at different charge buildup that could
locations. create potential problems
 How large is the tank in Determine the required liquid  Slowly rotate any mixing in some applications.
terms of size and interior flow rate by testing the applied blades or the like during  For all tank applications
Tank cleaning
surface area? pressure and the liquid’s the cleaning process. involving combustible gas,
 Where is the dirt located; ability to clean the dirt from  See “Typical Applications” flammable liquids, and/or
how bad is it; and what is the tank’s surface. box on page 21 for nozzle other potentially explosive
its nature? positioning assistance. materials, please consult
 Which method of cleaning  As the nozzle head Lechler prior to purchasing
is required: strong blasts revolves, it should cover tank cleaning nozzles.
of cleaner or repetitive the entire area to be  ATEX comprises two
rinsing? cleaned with an effective EU (European Union)
 What kind of cleaning fluid amount of cleaning liquid. directives describing
products are you using?  In comparison with what equipment and
 Are there any internal rotational cleaners, static work is allowed in an
obstacles (e.g., mixing spray balls require roughly explosive atmosphere. For
blades, baffles, etc.)? twice as much liquid flow. companies in such areas
 More information on  Remember: Your drain who must also follow EU
page 21. must be able to handle directives, Lechler makes
the flow rate of what you’re tank cleaning nozzles
putting in the tank. which have ATEX approval.
 More information on flow Contact Lechler for more
rate guidelines on page 25. information.
2) Force of impact —
helps strip off crusty dirt
The force of impact depends

upon:
 Adherence to the optimal

operating pressure range
for the type of nozzle in
use.
 The right cleaning radius
and volumetric flow for the
size of tank in question.
 Concentration of the
spray jets on the most
badly soiled areas,
e.g., 270° up or down.
As pressure increases, relative

droplet size (mass) decreases.
If pressure is elevated too
high, an ineffectual mist is
created. Increasing flow rate
rather than pressure is a more
efficient method of increasing
impact. Lechler highly
suggests contacting us if you Contact Lechler for assistance in evaluating
have an application requiring your particular tank cleaning application.
operating pressures outside of
the ranges for tank cleaning
products listed herein.
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Guidelines for application and operation
Rotating tank cleaning Static spray balls

nozzle advantages Static spray balls do not
rotate, so they require a B
 Low-pressure application for A
lower energy consumption.
comparatively large amount C
of liquid in order to generate
 Increased cleaning turbulent flow, up to 2 to 3
effectiveness due to fluid times the amount compared
flow movement compared to rotating nozzles. They
to static spray. F
are not as effective for
Tank cleaning
most cleaning tasks as a
Types of rotating tank comparable rotating nozzle.
cleaning nozzles: Their advantages include
(1) having no moving parts,
 Free-spinning heads (2) being self draining, and
The cleaning liquid turns (3) being traditionally used
the spray head by means of in sanitary environments.
specially positioned nozzles. Whereas if a rotating nozzle
The greater the inlet pressure, stops turning, its cleaning
the faster the head rotation. effectiveness suffers, this is
Repetitive impact cleans the not a concern with a static D
tank surfaces. The effect is best ball. However, if a static ball
at low pressures in small to has any of its orifices clogged,
medium-size tanks. this can result in voids in
 See pages 26-30, 33-36, coverage. Static balls are
and 39 for free-spinning used primarily for washing
nozzle design families down relatively small tanks
and vessels.
 Internal regulated drive  See pages 31-32 for
The liquid flow powers the
spray balls E Typical gravity
head by way of an internal drainage flows
propeller. This keeps the speed
of the head within its optimal 1" 6 gpm
range across a wider span 1 /2"
1
13 gpm
of pressures, and the nozzle
creates more powerful spray 2" 23 gpm
impact.
Typical applications 2 /2"
1
35 gpm
 See page 37 for
XactClean® HP nozzles A – Position the tank cleaning nozzle(s) at the center of the tank. For the 3" 50 gpm
best nozzle depth location in the tank, see point C below. 4" 91 gpm
Programmed rotation B – Nozzles invariably leave an unsprayed shadow area directly overhead,
machines the size of which varies according to the type of nozzle and the piping. 5" 142 gpm
One variation of the internally- C – The distance between the top of the tank and the nozzle should amount
to 40%–70% of the nozzle’s cleaning radius. Size your unit to ensure 6" 204 gpm
regulated drive is the sufficient flow to the top part of the tank wall. Nozzles work under a “line
programmed machine. Here, of sight” principle. You may need more than one nozzle to eliminate spray 7" 278 gpm
the cleaning fluid drives an shadowing produced by internal components of a tank, such as mixers,
internal gear reducer that 8" 363 gpm
agitators, dip tubes, etc. Generally, the nozzle should be located so that it
keeps the sprayer turning in is at least 1/2" to 1" above the maximum fill level of the tank so that the 9" 459 gpm
two planes. During a spray nozzle does not become submerged in the product of the tank. Also, the
cycle, the jets sweep the nozzle should be located in the upper third of the tank height to ensure 10" 567 gpm
entire tank interior following a cleaning of the top as well as to take maximum use of the cascading
programmed pattern. These effect of the cleaning fluid against the walls of the tank.
D – The film of liquid grows thicker toward the bottom of the tank, where
models generate the highest the washing effect is the most pronounced.
impact and are therefore ideal E – Standing water reduces impact and allows solids to accumulate.
for very large tanks and the Make sure that the drain can handle whatever you put into the tank
toughest of cleaning tasks. (see chart at right).
 See page 40 for the – The critical spray distance is from the nozzle to the top corner, so the
F
5TM/5HM design family nozzle should be sized for this “effective washing distance”.
All pressure data is stated in terms of differential pressure directly at the nozzle,
so be sure to take the line-pressure drop into account.
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Mounting configurations
Requirements for critical CIP applications
Mounting configurations CIP nozzles for sanitary Typical washing sequences Documentation
applications
All Lechler tank cleaning A thorough tank cleaning Once the sequence is
nozzles are designed to be Some installations leave the sequence depends on the established, all steps of
mounted on a pipe or tube. cleaning nozzle in the tank interaction between the soil, the process should be
However there are several during production cycles the cleaning solution and documented for consistency
options for making the such that it has contact with spray impact. The following in future operations. This
connection: the product. If the product sequence of steps are used in includes many operational
is critical, such as food or many applications: details:
Threaded pharmaceutical materials, the
Tank cleaning
Most designs use a female nozzle has to be designed  Pre-rinse — Begin with low  Washing sequence with
pipe thread for mounting on following specific protocols grade or “used” water to number of execution times
a male threaded pipe. so that it will not contaminate rinse the interior, washing for each step
the product. out the heaviest soil.  Cleaning chemical selec-
Slip-on  See pages 32 and 35  Alkali wash — Use a mild tion and concentration
Nozzles for sanitary use for CIP nozzles solution such as 1%  Washing temperatures and
do not use threads but slip sodium hydroxide or pressures
around the end of a tube trisodium phosphate.  Maximum time between
that has a cross hole drilled. This removes most types the shut-down of the
A pin is then inserted to of deposits. process and cleaning cycle
hold the head in place.  Second rinse — Follow with  Operation of any internal
cleaner water to rinse out equipment, mixers, etc.
Tri-Clamp the alkali. This water can  Manual valve settings,
Some manufacturers use be used next time for the equipment disassembly or
tri-clamp connectors to join pre-rinse. other personnel-dependent
pipe. Lechler makes tank  Acid wash — A mild acid operations
cleaning nozzles which wash will neutralize any  Order information and
have a compatible flange alkalinity and remove operation parameters of
to mate with those. Each mineral deposits the installed nozzle
product section describes the  Final rinse — Use your
mounting options in detail. cleanest water as the final
step.
This approach may not be

suitable for every application
but it is adaptable. The degree
of soiling in the tank and the
cleaning chemical selected
to clean it will determine how
many times you can use the
same chemicals and rinse
water. If the pre-rinse is
effective, it can extend the
Slip-on Male threaded
life of chemicals in the other
steps.
Tri-Clamp
Female threaded
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Resources for maximizing
your tank cleaning capabilities
Service and support Rent vs. own The five factors of cleaning factor’s effectiveness is reduced,
it must be compensated by
As mentioned below, each The purchase of a Lechler Tank cleaning, or any type one or more of the other
5TM/5HM (M20) customer may 5TM/5HM (M20) High Impact of cleaning for that matter, factors in order to ensure
choose to maintain their own Tank Cleaning Machine is a is the result of four inter- proper cleaning. For instance,
unit by following the directions major decision. To help assist related factors which can be to reduce the cleaning time for
in the Operation Manual. you in this decision-making, manipulated for the greatest a tank, a greater inlet pressure
But for even greater ease of Lechler offers its customers the effectiveness: (mechanical force) may
maintenance, send your unit option of renting an 5TM (M20) need to be applied for higher
to Lechler and let our service first. And if you eventually impact and faster soil removal.
Tank cleaning
 Temperature
staff do all of the maintenance decide to purchase that unit,  Chemical Reaction Hotter water (temperature) for
work for you. We have years all rental fees paid to that  Mechanical Force assistance in loosening that
of experience in maintaining point will be applied to the  Time soil may also be required and
these units and guarantee to purchase price. While rentals  Soil Composition perhaps even a greater amount
return your freshly-refurbished are generally for trials by our of soap (chemical reaction) is
unit back to you within 48 customers, we at Lechler feel A tank cleaning nozzle (or needed to further assist the soil
hours of our receiving it. So let confident that once you have machine) requires fluid removal. And in comparing the
our experienced staff take the used your 5TM (M20) machine, (typically water) of a certain two most common tank cleaning
worry out of the maintenance you won’t want to be without it temperature, some type of methods, a spray ball requires
of your 5TM (M20) machine. again. chemical cleaning agent to much more time and chemical
interact with the cleaning action to clean when compared
medium, the mechanical to a typical Lechler rotating
action of the nozzle (typically nozzle, which relies more on the
its rotation) to project the mechanical force of the rotating
fluid, and a period of time for head (therefore using less time)
the cleaning to occur. If any to get the job done.
5TM/5HM (M20) Operation Manual M20/5TM

Operation Manual
If you purchase our 5TM/5HM (M20) High Impact Tank Cleaning

Machine, you will receive an Operation Manual for the unit. This
manual explains how to maintain your unit for a long, reliable
service life. This can either involve simply sending the unit to
Lechler for regular maintenance or following the instructions in
the manual for self-maintenance of the unit. Let this manual be
your guide to years and years of effective tank cleaning.
Questionnaire Lechler
Tank cleaning nozzles
Tank cleaning design assistance
If you need to design a tank cleaning system for your application,

let Lechler assist you. We have more than 25 years of experience
in designing and manufacturing tank cleaning products for any
size job. If you go to our web site, www.lechlerusa.com, you can
access a questionnaire which you can complete and email to
Lechler for assistance in selecting the right nozzle(s) and quantity
for your application.
Nozzle selection guide
The FDA, The 3-A council is ATEX product availability European Hygienic
the U.S. a U.S. organization Lechler offers specific Engineering and Design Group
Food which has set up tank cleaning nozzles that The EHEDG
& Drug Administration, is a a comprehensive conform to Directive 94/9/AC verifies and
federal agency which oversees inventory of sanitary standards (ATEX) for European Union certifies the
those two industries. Where and accepted practices for (EU) organizations for use in hygienic
so noted in the catalog, food and dairy processing applications where an explosion design of
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materials used in making equipment and systems. hazard may exist. Please consult products. The
Lechler products are complaint Manufacturer’s equipment Lechler, Inc. if you have any certification
with the requirements of FDA must meet these standards questions regarding use of our process is
regulation 21 CFR for use in before the 3-A symbol is products in your application. similar to 3A authority.
food applications. authorized to be used with it.
Tank cleaning
Chart Heading Explanations largest spherical tank that can Flow rate range specific flow and coverage
be covered with a somewhat This term includes the smallest parameters that have been
Tank diameter cleaning range thinner film of water by the through the largest flow established. The customer using
This is the range of sizes of the given tank cleaning product rates in a family across the our products is responsible for
largest spherical tank in which operating at the maximum recommended pressure range. the safe use and suitability of
the given tank cleaning product, recommended pressure. our tank cleaning products.
while operating at the maximum
recommended pressure, can Operating pressure Safe use of products Explosion protection
deposit a thick film of liquid with This is the recommended Lechler, Inc. bears responsibility Due to the occurrence of
a high force of impact. range for maximum cleaning towards all of its spray products static electricity, plastic heads
efficiency. The individual to (1) be free of manufacturing are not suitable for spraying
Tank diameter rinsing range product tabulations may defects and (2) perform within combustible cleansing
This is the range of sizes of the extend beyond these levels. normal tolerance values for the media in potentially explosive
atmospheres.
The following table will help you compare the various characteristics of Lechler’s diverse products.
The basic technical data of each design family is provided here to enable quick selection of the most suitable type(s).
Series Page Type of rotation Cleaning Tank Tank Operating Flow rate Coverage
mechanism/ diameter diameter pressure range options
action cleaning rinsing
range (Ø ft.) range (Ø ft.) (psi) (gal./min.)
PicoWhirly 500 26-28 Free spinning Flat fan, up to 5 up to 6 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 3-6
MicroWhirly 500.191, 566 solid-stream
nozzles 360° 300° 180°s
PopUp Whirly 29 Free spinning, Flat fan 3-5 5-7 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 2-12
5P2/5P3 friction bearing nozzles
200°
Hygienic Whirly 594/595 30 Free spinning, Flat fan 5-8 8-12 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 1-20
friction bearing nozzles
360°
Spray ball 540/541, 527 (3A) 31-32 No rotation, Solid stream 5-25 8-35 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 4-155
static spray nozzle,
max. impact 360° 240°
Spinner 5MC/5MI 33 Free spinning, Flat fan nozzle, 4-9 6-12 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 6-21
ball bearing wash-down
actions 360° 180° 60°
Stainless Steel Whirly 569 34 Free spinning, Flat fan nozzle, 4-10 10-15 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 15 180°
ball bearing washdown
action 360° 270°s
Teflon Whirly 583/573 (3A) 35-36 Free spinning, Solid stream 4-10 10-15 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 18-70
Hi-Temp Whirly 599 friction bearing nozzle, wash-
down actions 360° 270°s
XactClean® HP 5S2/5S3 37 Controlled rotation, Flat fan nozzles, 10-20 15-30 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 3-54
Internal turbine high impact
360°
IntenseClean Hygienic 38 Gear-controlled Solid stream, 42-46 26-39 0 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 30-100
5TA/5TB high impact
360°
Gyro 577 39 Free spinning, Flat fan nozzle, 8-20 25-40 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 35-429
friction bearing Solid stream, 180°s
high impact 360° 270°
Tank Cleaning Machine 40 Gear-controlled Solid stream 20-50 40-75 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 40-110
5TM/5HM nozzle,
max. impact 360°
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Orientation aid for
flow-rate determination
Flow rate guidelines
Spherical Short Cylinder (height = diameter) These charts can help you
choose a tank cleaning
Diameter Interior Rinse Regular Heavy Wash Diameter Height Interior Rinse Regular Heavy nozzle based on its size and
(feet) Surface (gpm) Wash (gpm) (feet) (feet) Surface (gpm) Wash Wash configuration. Find the closest
(sq. feet) (gpm) (sq. feet) (gpm) (gpm)
shape and size to yours and
3 28 1 3 6 3 3 42 2 4 8 match the color to the key at
4 50 2 5 10 4 4 75 3 8 15 the bottom. For purposes of
Tank cleaning
flow sizing, we recommend
5 79 4 8 16 5 5 118 5 12 24
evaluation based on flow per
6 113 5 11 23 6 6 170 8 17 34 unit of interior surface area.
7 154 7 15 31 7 7 231 10 23 46 For most washing applications
using a rotating nozzle, a flow
8 201 9 20 40 8 8 301 14 30 60
rate of 0.1 gpm per square
9 254 11 25 51 9 9 382 17 38 76 foot of interior surface area
10 314 14 31 63 10 10 471 21 47 94 is sufficient. This ensures
coverage with a full sheet of
12 452 20 45 90 12 12 678 31 68 136
liquid at the least adequately
15 707 32 71 141 15 15 1060 48 106 212 washed areas of the tank.
20 1256 57 126 251 20 20 1884 85 188 377
25 1963 88 196 393 25 25 2944 132 294 589
Light rinsing with full coverage
requires at least 0.04 gpm per
30 2826 127 283 565 30 30 4239 191 424 848 square foot. With less than that,
35 3847 173 385 769 35 35 5770 260 577 1154 there will be areas where the
40 5024 226 502 1005 40 40 7536 339 754 1507
flow can tend to pull itself into
channels.
Heavier washing will require

Medium Cylinder (height = 1.5 x diameter) Tall Cylinder (height = 2 x diameter)
greater flows. In severe cases,
it can require as much as 0.2
Diameter Height Interior Rinse Regular Heavy Diameter Height Interior Rinse Regular Heavy
gpm per square foot or more.
(feet) (feet) Surface (gpm) Wash Wash (feet) (feet) Surface (gpm) Wash Wash
(sq. feet) (gpm) (gpm) (sq. feet) (gpm) (gpm) Static spray balls require at
3 4.5 57 3 6 11 3 6 71 3 7 14 least 0.2 gpm per square foot
(heavy wash column).
4 6.0 100 5 10 20 4 8 126 6 13 25
5 7.5 157 7 16 31 5 10 196 9 20 39 Tank cleaning machines,
6 9.0 226 10 23 45 6 12 283 13 28 57 like the 5TM/5HM, should
7 10.5 308 14 31 62 7 14 385 17 38 77
be sized using a different
approach discussed on
8 12.0 402 18 40 80 8 16 502 23 50 100 page 40. This includes the
9 13.5 509 23 51 102 9 18 636 29 64 127 number of nozzles on the
10 15.0 628 28 63 126 10 20 785 35 79 157
machine and the desired
cycle time for a complete
12 18.0 904 41 90 181 12 24 1130 51 113 226 revolution.
15 22.5 1413 64 141 283 15 30 1766 79 177 353
20 30.0 2512 113 251 502 20 40 3140 141 314 628
Small spray balls
25 37.5 3925 177 393 785 25 50 4906 221 491 981
“Mini designs”
30 45.0 5652 254 565 1130 30 60 7065 318 707 1413 Small PVDF 500
Pop-up 5P2/5P3
35 52.5 7693 346 769 1539 35 70 9616 433 962 1923
Low capacity 5S2/5S3 or 594/595
40 60.0 10048 452 1005 2010 40 80 12560 565 1256 2512 High capacity 595
Low capacity 569 or 583
High capacity 569 or 583
Large spray balls
High capacity 5S3
High capacity Gyro 577/579
PicoWhirly —
for cleaning compact spaces
Series 500
PicoWhirly
series 500.234 Ø .41"
1/8"
MALE
NPT
Product features:
 Unique extremely
compact nozzle design
1.06"
 All stainless steel
Kolsterized
 Slide bearing
 Free spinning,
Tank cleaning
Series 500
self-lubricating, and
self-flushing Flow Rate
Spray Ordering no.
 Operates in every (Gallons Per Minute)
Angle
Passage
position Type Connection liters per
Free
 minute
/"
1 8
/"
3 8
/"
3 8 / " OD
3 4
(see page 24) Male NPT Male NPT Female NPT Slip-on (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Applications: 300° down
• Kegs 500. 234. G9 BA - - - .04 1.8 8 2.5 3.0

• Cans
• Bottles
• Autoclaves
• Barrel washers Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.
• Machines for ordering: 500. 234. G9 + BA = 500. 234. G9. BA
Max. tank diameter:

3 ft.
Operating pressure:
15 – 40 psi, max. 70 psi
Max. fluid temperature*:
200°F
Weight:
.025 lb.
Material:
Kolsterized 316L stainless steel
Bearing:
Sleeve bearing
Filtration:
Line strainer with 50 mesh size
* Contact Lechler for maximum

ambient temperature.
For various configurations to mount your tank cleaning nozzle, see the Lances and Nozzle Headers section beginning on page 139.
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Miniature stainless steel rotating nozzles —
compact design with powerful spray impact
Series 566
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Also av X approval.
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Stainless Steel Micro Whirly
series 566 3/8" MALE NPT 3/8" FEMALE NPT
Ø .84"
Product features:
 Very compact design
 Free spinning, 2.06" 2.07"
self-lubricating, and
self-flushing
Tank cleaning
 Operates in every
position Series 566 Ø .79"
Ø .79"
 Suitable for use with steam

 1.8"
Ø 1"
(see page 24) Ø .76"
.25"
Applications: Ø 1.25" .63"
• Kegs
• Cans 2.44"
• Bottles
• Autoclaves .55"
• Barrel washers
• Machines Series 566 slip-on 3/4" OD Slip-on
Ø .79"
Max. tank diameter: Ordering no. Flow Rate

Spray (Gallons Per Minute)
5 ft. Angle
Passage
Type Connection liters per
Free
minute
Operating pressure: /"
1 8
/"
3 8
/"
3 8 / " OD
3 4
15 – 40 psi, max. 70 psi Male NPT Male NPT Female NPT Slip-on (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Max. fluid temperature*: 180° up 566. 873. 1Y - BE BF TF07 .094 3.3 15 4.7 5.7
266°F
566. 933. 1Y - BE BF TF07 .094 4.6 21 6.5 8.0
Weight:
566 thread .1 lb. 180° down 566. 874. 1Y - BE BF TF07 .094 3.3 15 4.7 5.7
566 slip-on .2 lb.
566. 934. 1Y - BE BF TF07 .094 4.6 21 6.5 8.0
Material:
316L stainless steel
360° 566. 879. 1Y - BE BF TF07 .094 3.3 15 4.7 5.7
PEEK

566. 939. 1Y - BE BF TF07 .094 4.6 21 6.5 8.0
Bearing:
Sleeve bearing
Please note: We do not recommend operation of these products with compressed air, steam, or gases.
Filtration: To protect the products’ inner workings, we suggest use of a line strainer with a 50 mesh size.
For further information, please contact Lechler.
Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.

for ordering: 566. 939. 1Y + BE = 566. 939. 1Y. BE
Miniature plastic nozzles —
compact design with powerful spray impact
Series 500
PVDF Micro Whirly Ø 1.1"

1/2"
series 500.191 FEMALE
BSPP
Product features:
 Good corrosion resistance
 Very compact design 3.1"
 Free spinning, self-
lubricating, and self-flushing
 Operates in every position
Filtration: Line strainer with
 Fits 1/2" NPT connections
Tank cleaning
500.191 Ø 1.18" 50 mesh size


(see page 24) Spray Ordering no. Material Connection Flow Rate
Angle (Gallons Per Minute)
Passage
Applications: liters per
Free
minute
• Kegs
• Cans (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
• Bottles 180° up
• Autoclaves
500. 191. 5E. 02 .086 PVDF 1/2" Female 2.9 13 4.0 4.9
• Barrel washers BSPP
• Machines
180° down
Max. tank diameter: 5 ft. 500. 191. 5E. 01 .086 PVDF 1/2" Female 2.9 13 4.0 4.9
Operating pressure: BSPP

15 – 30 psi, max. 70 psi 270° up
Max. fluid temperature: 190°F 500. 191. 5E. 31 .086 PVDF 1/2" Female 2.9 13 4.0 4.9
BSPP
Weight: .06 lb.
360°

Material: PVDF 500. 191. 5E. 00 .086 PVDF 1/2" Female 4.4 20 6.2 7.6
Bearing: Sleeve bearing BSPP
Plastic Mini Whirly

Ø 1.18"
series 500.186 1/2"
FEMALE
BSPP
Product features:
 Good corrosion resistance
 Very compact design
 Free spinning, self- 3.0"

 Fits 1/2" NPT connections Filtration: Line strainer with
500.186
 50 mesh size
(see page 24) Spray Ordering no. Material Connection Flow Rate
Passage
Applications: liters per

Free
• Kegs minute
• Cans (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi

• Bottles
• Autoclaves
300° down
500. 186. 56. AH .075 POM 1/2" Female
• Barrel washers 500. 186. 5D. AH .075 PVDF BSPP
4.0 18 5.6 6.8
• Machines
Max. tank diameter: 5 ft.
Operating pressure: For various configurations to mount your tank cleaning
15 – 30 psi, max. 70 psi nozzle, see the Lances and Nozzle Headers section
beginning on page 139.
Max. fluid temperature: 120°F
Weight: .15 lb.
Material: PVDF or POM,
316 stainless steel Please note: We do not recommend operation of these products with compressed air, steam, or gases.
To protect the products’ inner workings, we suggest use of a line strainer with a 50 mesh size.
Bearing: Ball bearing For further information, please contact Lechler.
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Rotating pop-up nozzles —
“PopUp Whirly”
Series 5P2 / 5P3
PopUp Whirly
5P2 Ø
Ø 50.5
2.0"
DIN 32676-A DN40

series 5P2 / 5P3
With minimal liquid pressure,

46 Hex 36
this nozzle pops up and 1.81"
rotates to clean. Can be 21.8
.86"
approx.
installed in container wall 60°
or used when installation 17
.67"
conditions are difficult due to Male
presence of agitators, baffles,
Tank cleaning
1 1/4 BSPP thread
etc. Appropriate for CIP when
nozzle cannot remain in
DIN 32676-A DN40

Ø
Ø 50.5
2.0"
container during production. Material:
24.5
.96" 316L stainless steel, spring
Product features: made of 301 stainless steel,
46
1.81"
 For installation in the PEEK, O-ring made of EPDM
tank wall
 Suitable for cleaning
with foam .67"
17
 Self rotating Optional DN40 32676 Ferrule x .846" 1.10"
for spouts Tri-Clamp
 Ordering no.: 095.023.1Y.00.01.0
Ø 38
DIN 32676-ADN50
(see page 24)
ØØ2.5"
64
5P3
Applications:
• For cleaning and rinsing
of small tanks, containers 66
2.6"
or duct work
30 Flats46
Flats 46
• Where nozzle cannot 1.2"
remain in container approx.
during production 1.1"
28 60°
• Hard-to-reach areas Male
in a vessel 1 1/2 BSPP thread
Operating pressure: ØØ2.5"

64
30 psi, 5P2: opening pressure Material:
DIN 32676-A DN50
approx. 14.5 psi; closing 316L stainless steel, spring

44.5
1.75"
pressure approx. 7 psi, 66
2.6" made of 301 stainless steel,
5P3: opening pressure approx. PEEK, O-ring made of FPM
13 psi, closing pressure
For various configurations
approx. 7 psi to mount your tank cleaning
1.28
1"
nozzle, see the Lances and
Max. fluid temperature: 284°F Optional DN50 32676 Ferrule x .846" Ø 2.0" Tri-Clamp Nozzle Headers section
Ordering no.: 095.023.00.00.00.0 for spouts
Ø 50.5 beginning on page 139.
Weight:
5P2 series approx. .66 lb. Spray Ordering no. Tank Free Flow Rate
angle connection Passage (Gallons Per Minute)
5P3 series approx. 1.21 lb.
diameter [ft]
(in.)
Max. tank
liters per
Bearing: minute
Sleeve bearing made of PEEK 11/4" 11/2"
Male Male Tri
BSPP BSPP Clamp 15 psi 2 bar 40 psi
Filtration:
Line strainer with 50 mesh size 5P2. 873. 1Y. AP - - .04 2.8 15.0 5 2.6

5P2. 873. 1Y. 00 - -  .04 2.8 15.0 5 2.6
5P2. 923. 1Y. AP  - - .04 3.7 20.0 6 3.3
5P2. 923. 1Y. 00 - -  .04 3.7 20.0 6 3.3
5P3. 043. 1Y. AP -  - .05 7.5 15.0 12 7.2
5P3. 043. 1Y. 00 - -  .05 7.5 15.0 12 7.2
Hygienic Whirly —
designed to clean with foam
Series 594 / 595
Series 594 / 595 EHEDG-version
3
The hygienic Whirly is speci- 1.81" 1.81"
Ø 1.0" Ø .98"
fically designed for both Ø .76" Ø .76"
(1) cleaning with foam from a Ø .13"
.25" .25"
.63"
mixture of liquid detergent and
Ø .13"
water and (2) sterilizing with Flat 1-3/16" Material: Flat 3/4"
EPDM
steam. Optionally available as 3.43"
3.3"
part of a fabricated lance con- Material:
Tank cleaning
taining two Hygienic Whirlies Material:

PEEK PEEK
for even greater coverage. Flat 3/4"

Flat 1-1/16"
Product features: Ø 1.25" Ø . 89"
 Low water and detergent Ø 1.73" Ø 1.24"
Series 594
consumption 3/4" OD Slip-on (594.879.1Y.67.00.0) 3/4" OD Slip-on (595.139.1Y.67.00.0)
 Optimum cleaning efficiency

due to slow rotation Standard version
 Sprays steam for sterilizing
purposes Flat 7/8" Ø 1.37"
Ø .91" Flat 1-3/16"
 Operates in any position 3/8" Female
3/4" Female
BSPP
 BSPP
(see page 24) .44"
Applications: 2.15" 2.65"

For cleaning of:
• Tanks with liquids and/or Material:
PEEK
with foam from detergent/
water mixtures
• Bottling machines, Ø .89" Ø 1.25"
Material:
PEEK
especially for cold aseptic Series 595

Ø 1.24" Ø 1.73"
filling
Max. tank diameter: Spray Ordering no. Flow Rate

5 feet Type Connection
Passage
liters per
Type 595.139.1Y up to 8 feet minute
<)
Free
3
/8" 3
/4" 3
/4" OD
Female Female Slip-on 7 15 2 30 40
Operating pressure: BSPP** BSPP** (EHEDG) (in.) psi psi bar psi psi
10-45 psi 360° 594. 829. 1Y AF - 67 .067 1.6 2.1 11 2.9 3.4
594. 879. 1Y AF - 67 .098 2.1 2.9 15 4.0 4.5
Max. fluid temperature*: 595. 009. 1Y AF - 67 .157 4.2 5.8 32 8.4 9.7
212°F; short-term up to 280°F 595. 049. 1Y AF - 67 .165 5.3 7.4 40 10.6 12.2
595. 139. 1Y - AL 67 .197 9.0 12.4 67 17.7 20.3
Weight: ** NPT on request.

594 .4 lb. Please note: To protect the products’ inner workings, we suggest use of a line strainer with a 50 mesh size.
595 .6 lb. For further information, please contact Lechler.
The nozzles with a slip-on connection type fitting may have a higher flow rate than listed due to the
Material: self-flushing design around the customer’s tube which is inserted into the nozzle socket.
PEEK
EHEDG-version:
O-ring made of EPDM Bearing:
R-Clip made of 316L stain- Sleeve bearing
less steel included with the
tube slip-on. For reordering: Filtration:
095.022.1Y.50.94.E Line strainer with 50 mesh size

ambient temperature.
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Static Spray Balls —
for rinsing or producing steam
Series 540 / 541
Series 540 / 541 1/2" FEMALE NPT
This nozzle is a very compact

static spray ball. As it produces
sharp solid jets, it is excellent
for rinsing small drums.
1.8"
Product features:
 For use with air or saturated
steam
Tank cleaning
 Partial coverage (240°)
Series 540 / 541 Ø 1.3"
Applications:
• Small kegs Spray Ordering no. Connection Flow Rate Length Maximum
(Gallons Per Minute)
• Drums Angle (in.) Width
Passage
liters per (in.)
• Barrel washers
Free
minute
• Totes Female
• Carboys (in.) NPT 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Max. tank diameter: 240° down 540. 909. 16. BH .031 1/2" 4.0 18 5.6 6.8 1.8 1.3
Rinsing: 10 ft. 540. 989. 16. BH .039 1/2" 6.1 28 8.7 10.6 1.8 1.3
Cleaning: 5 ft. 541. 109. 16. BH .059 1/2" 13 57 18 22 1.8 1.3
541. 189. 16. BH .079 1/2" 20 90 28 34 1.8 1.3
Operating pressure:
541. 239. 16. BH .090 1/2" 26 118 37 45 1.8 1.3
15 – 45 psi, max. 150 psi
Max. fluid temperature: 400°F Please note: To protect against clogging, we suggest use of a line strainer with an appropriate line strainer sized to trap
particles larger than the free passage. For further information, please contact Lechler.
Weight: .20 lb.
Material: 303 stainless steel For various configurations to mount your tank cleaning nozzle,
Filtration: Line strainer with see the Lances and Nozzle Headers section beginning on page 139.
50 mesh size
Static Spray Balls —
for sanitary CIP applications
Series 527
ienic
lf il ls t he hyg f 3-A*.
Fu ments
o
require
Series 527
For critical sanitary applications

Lechler provides these
specially designed spray balls:
Product features:
 Meets the requirements of
3A standards
 Very fine surface finish
Tank cleaning
inside and outside

Series 527
 All mount using slip-on
fittings and pins
 For use with air or .75" Ø 1.5" 2"
saturated steam
 1"
.5" 1"
(see page 24) 1.13" 2"
Applications: Ø .191"
4.6" 6"
• For sanitary environments, 2.5" Ø .191"
e.g., dairies, pharmaceutical Ø .129"
processing, food and
beverage manufacturing,
high purity chemicals
Ø1.3" Ø 4"
Ø 2.6"
Max. tank diameter: 3/4" Female Tube Slip-on 1-1/2" Female Tube Slip-on 2" Female Tube Slip-on
3/4" inlet 12 ft.
1-1/2" inlet 18 ft.
2" inlet 25 ft. Spray Ordering no. Connection Flow Rate Length Max.
Angle (Gallons Per Minute) (in.) Width
Passage
liters per (in.)

Free
Operating pressure: minute

15 – 45 psi, max. 75 psi Slip-on for
(in.) OD tube 20 psi 25 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Max. fluid temperature:
400°F 360° 527. 209. 1Y. 00. 75
.031 3/4" 14 15 60 19 23 2.5 1.3
527. 289. 1Y. 01. 50 .043 1-1/2" 36 40 170 50 62 4.5 2.6

Weight:
3/4" inlet .11 lb. 527. 449. 1Y. 02. 00 .067 2" 89 100 420 127 155 6.0 4.0
1-1/2" inlet .52 lb.
2" inlet 1.43 lb.
The 3/4" spray ball has a minimum orifice size of .033".
The 1-1/2" spray ball has a minimum free passage size of .045".
Material: The 2" spray ball has a minimum free passage size of .068".
Filtration: self-flushing design around the customer’s tube which is inserted into the nozzle socket.
3/4" — Line strainer with * This product has been authorized to use the 3-A® Symbol by the 3-A® Sanitary Symbol Council
50 mesh size Administrative Council for Spray Cleaning Devices (78-01).
1-1/2" — Line strainer with

50 mesh size
2" — Line strainer with
30 mesh size
Note: There are no threaded

inlets available.
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Spinners —
T E X v ersion
thin profiles for small openings A
uest
Series 5MC / 5MI on req
Series 5MC / 5MI

When small tank openings
restrict the size of the nozzle,
the Spinner series offers high
flow rates with a thin profile that
will slip into tight spuds.
Product features:
 High flow slot orifices Micro Spinner (5MC) Micro Spinner Slip-on Mini Spinner (5MI)
Tank cleaning
produce big sprays from
a small head .85" 2.52" 2.52" 1.42"
 Head balanced for

Ø .85" 1.42"
.75" 3/4"
Ø .50"
FEMALE
minimum vibration 3/8"

FEMALE
NPT
.25"
.5" NPT
 Operates in any position

1.37"
.66" Ø .12"
Ø .08"

1.26"
2.40" 3.62"
4.21"
 2.34"
(see page 24)

Applications: Ø .96"
1.67"
• Barrel washing .96"

1/2" Female 3/4" Female
1.67"
3/8" Female NPT Threaded Tube Slip-on Tube Slip-on 1/2" Female NPT Theaded
• For small and medium
processing tanks Spray Flow Rate
Ordering no.
Passage
• CNC machining centers Angle
Free
Max. tank diameter: 3 8
/" /"
1 2
/"
3 4
/"
1 2
/"
3 4 minute
Female Female Female OD OD (in.) 10 psi 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Micro rinsing: 6 ft. NPT NPT NPT Slip-on Slip-on
Micro cleaning: 4 ft. 60° down
Mini rinsing: 12 ft. 5MC. 042. 1Y BF - - TF05 - .118 6.2 8.8 40 12.4 15.2
Mini cleaning 9 ft.
180° down
Operating pressure: 5MC. 004. 1Y BF - - TF05 - .031 5.0 7.0 32 9.9 12.2
15 – 30 psi, max. 60 psi
Max. fluid temperature*: 200°F 360°
5MC. 049. 1Y BF - - TF05 - .035 6.1 8.6 39 12.1 14.8
Weight:
Micro: .15 lb. Mini: .68 lb.
60° down
Materials:
5MI. 162. 1Y - BH - - TF07 .102 9.8 13.8 63 20 24

440C stainless steel
180° up
R-Clip made of 316L stainless

steel included. For reordering: 5MI. 113. 1Y - - BL - TF07 .039 10.4 14.7 67 21 25
095.022.1Y.50.60 (5MI)
095.013.1E.05.59 (5MC) 180° down
5MI. 114. 1Y - - BL - TF07 .039 10.4 14.7 67 21 25
Bearing:
Double ball bearing
360°
5MI. 054. 1Y - - BL - TF07 .019 4.7 6.6 30 9.3 11.4
Filtration: 5MI. 074. 1Y - - BL - TF07 .023 7.6 10.8 49 15.2 18.6
Line strainer with 170 mesh size 5MI. 014. 1Y - - BL - TF07 .035 10.7 15.1 69 21 26
Please note: The nozzles with a slip-on connection

Materials for ordering: 5MC. 004. 1Y. + BF = 5MC. 004. 1Y. BF
type fitting may have a higher flow rate than listed
(5MI with narrower profile): due to the self-flushing design around the customer’s
tube which is inserted into the nozzle socket.
302 stainless steel 3/8" FEMALE NPT
Ø .85"
3/4" FEMALE NPT
Ø 1.38"
Spray Ordering no. Conn. Flow Rate
Passage
Bearing: liters per

Free
minute
Contact ball bearings Female
2.13"
* Contact Lechler for maximum (in.) NPT 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
ambient temperature. 3.74"
We do not recommend operation of Ø .99"

360° 5MI. 089. 17. BL .038 3/4" 11 49 15 19

these products with compressed air,
steam, or gases. To protect the products’ 5MI. 139. 17. BL .059 3/4" 15 69 21 26
inner workings, we suggest use of a line Mini Spinner (5MI)
strainer with a 170 mesh size. with narrower profile Ø 1.38"
Stainless Steel Whirly —
the versatile standard solution
Series 569
Series 569
The time-tested design of the

Lechler Whirly nozzle now has
been made even better:
Product features:
 Flat jet nozzles with
improved vertical coverage
 Better balance for smoother
Tank cleaning
operation 3/4" Female NPT Threaded 3/4" Female Tube Slip-on Tri-Clamp
 Fits through smaller
openings (569.106.1Y.BL
fits through 1.8" opening) Ø 1.38"
2.52"
Ø 1.50"
Ø .75" (3/4" Inlet Tube)
1" TRI-CLAMP
 Slip-on or Tri-Clamp thread Ø 1.0" (1" Inlet Tube )
connection available .50" (3/4")

.63" (1") 1.0" (3/4")
 Free spinning, self- 1.125" (1")
Ø .125"
lubricating, and self-flushing 4.06" 5.21" 4.84"

(see page 24)
Applications: A
A 2.25"
• For cleaning small and B B Ø 2.39"
medium-sized tanks, e.g., 3/4" Female NPT Threaded 3/4" and 1" Female Tube Slip-on Tri-Clamp (works with 1" and 1-1/2")
in chemical, beverage, food
industries Flow Rate Dim. Dim.
Spray Ordering no.
Angle (Gallons Per Minute) A B
Max. tank diameter:
Passage
Type Connection liters (in.) (in.)
per
Free
Rinsing: 15 ft. /"
3 4 3 4
/" 1" 1/"1 2
minute
Cleaning: 10 ft. Female OD OD OD Tri-Clamp 20 40 60
NPT Slip-on Slip-on Slip-on (in.) psi 2 bar psi psi
Operating pressure: 270° up

569. 055. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .141 11 48 15 18 2.25 2.39
15 – 40 psi, max. 80 psi
569. 135. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .189 16 71 22 27 2.25 2.39
Max. fluid temperature*: 569. 195. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .220 21 97 30 37 2.25 2.39
200°F 270° down
569. 056. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .141 11 48 15 18 2.25 2.39
Weight:
Threaded 1.1 lb. 569. 106. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .189 13 58 18 22 1.78 1.78
Slip-on 1.6 lb.
Tri-Clamp 1.3 lb.
360° 569. 059. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .126 11 48 15 18 2.25 2.39
569. 139. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .141 16 71 22 27 2.25 2.39
Material: 569. 199. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .189 21 97 30 37 2.25 2.39
316L stainless steel 569. 279. 1Y BL TF07 TF10 TF15 10 .280 32 145 45 55 2.25 2.39
PEEK and Rulon 641
R-Clip made of 316L stain- Stainless Steel Whirlies in 180° versions available upon request.
less steel included with the Please note: We do not recommend operation of these products with compressed air, steam, or gases.
tube slip-on. For reordering: To protect the products’ inner workings, we suggest use of a line strainer with a 170 mesh size.
095.022.1Y.50.60.E For further information, please contact Lechler.
Bearing: self-flushing design around the customer’s tube which is inserted into the nozzle socket.
Double ball bearing Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.
for ordering: 569. 055. 1Y. + BL = 569. 055. 1Y. BL
Filtration:
ersion
ATEX v st
ue
on req
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PTFE Whirly —
especially designed for sanitary requirements
Series 583 / 573
version
Slip -onthe hygienic *.
fulfills ments of 3-A
require
Series 583 / 573
Product features:
 Corrosion resistance
 Lightweight
 Balanced rotating action
 3/4" size fits through a
2" opening
 Slip-on version design
Tank cleaning
meets 3A standards Female NPT Threaded Tri-Clamp
Female Tube Slip-on
 Smooth surface finish
Tri-Clamp Drawing Reference 1
lubricating, and self-flushing 1.81"
Ø1.98"

(see page 24)
2.90"
Applications: 3.25" 2.94"
• For rinsing of small and
medium-sized vessels,
e.g. in the dairy, chemical,
pharmaceutical or food 1.93"
industries 1.93" 1.93"
3/4" Female NPT Thread 3/4" Female Tube Slip-on Fits 1" or 1-1/2" Tri-Clamp
Max. tank diameter:

Tri-Clamp Drawing Reference 2
Rinsing: 18 ft.
2.52" Ø1.98"
Cleaning: 10 ft.
Operating pressure: 3.94"
20 – 40 psi, max. 90 psi 3.25"

3.22"
Max. fluid temperature**:

200°F
Weight: 3.09" 3.09" 3.09"
3/4" .32 lb. 1" Female NPT Thread 1" Female Tube Slip-on Fits 1" or 1-1/2" Tri-Clamp
1" .68 lb.
Spray Ordering no. Flow Rate Tri-Clamp
Material: Angle
Drawing
Passage
PTFE Type Connection liters per Reference

Free
1" minute
R-Clip made of 316L stain- /"
3 4
1"
Sanitary Pin
11/2"
less steel included with the Female Female 3/4" 1" Tri-
NPT NPT Slip-on Slip-on Clamp (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
tube slip-on. For reordering:
095.022.1Y.50.88.E (3/4") 270° up 583. 116. 55 BL - TF07 - 15 .081 16 67 21 25 1
095.022.1Y.50.60.E (1")
583. 266. 55 BL - TF07 - 15 .133 32 145 45 55 1
Bearing: Sleeve bearing
270° down
Filtration:
Line strainer with 50 mesh size 573. 266. 55 BL - TF07 - 15 .133 32 145 45 55 1
Please note: We do not recommend 360° 583. 119. 55 BL - TF07 - 15 .056 13 58 18 22 1

operation of these products with 583. 209. 55 BL - TF07 - 15 .136 22 100 31 38 1
compressed air, steam, or gases.
To protect the products’ inner workings, 583. 269. 55 BL - TF07 - 15 .187 32 145 45 55 1
we suggest use of a line strainer with a 583. 279. 55 - BN - TF10 15 .146 33 150 47 58 2
50 mesh size. For further information, 583. 349. 55 - BN - TF10 15 .219 50 226 70 86 2
please contact Lechler.
The nozzles with a slip-on connection * The slip-on version has been authorized to use
type fitting may have a higher flow Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.
the 3-A® Symbol by the 3-A® Sanitary Symbol
rate than listed due to the self-flushing for ordering: 583. 266. 55. + BL = 583. 266. 55. BL
Council Administrative Council for Spray
design around the customer’s tube
which is inserted into the nozzle socket. Cleaning Devices (78-01). See page 24.
** Contact Lechler for maximum ambient temperature.
PTFE Hi Temp Whirly —
solution for high temperature cleaning
Series 599
Series 599
While PTFE can withstand high

temperatures, its dimensional
stability limits its range as a
tank cleaning device. Lechler’s
design incorporates Hastelloy®
rings to control the expansion
of the material so it can
continue to operate reliably
Tank cleaning
in hotter environments than

599.133 599.170 599.174
normally possible. The nozzle’s
temperature range is actually
extended, since it can perform 1.81"
Ø .76"
equally well under normal
conditions. 1.125"
Ø .125" .50"
Product features:
 Balanced rotating action A
A
A
 Withstands repeated high
temperature cycles ØB
ØB ØB
 Suitable for low pressure 599.133 599.170 599.174 Female Tube Slip-on
steam; slip-on sanitary
model has been tested Flow Rate
Spray Ordering no. Length Width Weight
with steam up to 30 psig Angle
A B (lb.)
Passage
@ 274°F. Type Connection liters per (in.) (in.)

Free
minute
 /"
3 4
/ " OD
3 4
Male Female
(see page 24) NPT Slip-on (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Applications: 360° 599. 133. 55 BK - .063 22 100 31 38 3.5 2.0 .35

• For small and medium- 599. 170. 55 BK - .063 19 84 26 32 3.6 1.5 .25
sized vessels and reactors
in higher temperature 599. 174. J7 - TF07 .063 19 84 26 32 3.6 1.5 .25
processing environments
• Corrosive environments Please note: We do not recommend operation of these products with compressed air or gases. However, these products have
been shown to be suitable for spraying low pressure steam (refer to Applications above). To protect the products’ inner workings
Max. tank diameter: when spraying liquid, we suggest use of a line strainer with a 50 mesh size. For further information, please contact Lechler.
Rinsing: 18 ft. The nozzles with a slip-on connection type fitting may have a higher flow rate than listed due to the self-flushing design around
Cleaning: 10 ft. the customer's tube which is inserted into the nozzle socket.
Operating pressure:
15 – 40 psi, max. 90 psi Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.
for ordering: 599. 170. 55. + BK = 599. 170. 55. BK
Max. fluid temperature:
274°F
Weight:
3/4" .36 lb.
Hastelloy® is a registered trademark of Haynes International Inc.
Materials:
PTFE
Rings: Hastelloy® C-276
R-clip made of Hastelloy®
C-276 included with the tube PTFE Whirly spraying steam
slip on. For reordering:
095.022.24.50.94.1
Filtration:
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ACCUClean —
the efficient way to clean
Series 515
Series 515 WIDTH
The design of the ACCUClean

combines more efficient
cleaning technology
in an economical package.
LENGTH
Product features:
 Controlled rotation for
maximum spray impact
Tank cleaning
 Optimized drive mechanism
Series 515 Female NPT Threaded
 Special nozzle geometry
for sharp sprays
 Excellent vertical coverage Spray Ordering no. Flow Rate Length Max.
 Self-lubricating and (Gallons Per Minute)
Angle (in.) Width
Passage
liters per
self-flushing Type Connection (in.)
<)
Free
minute
 Long-life bearing /4"
3
1"
Female Female
NPT NPT (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi
Applications:
• Difficult soils or baked-on 360° 515. 219. 7T BL - .039 21 97 30 37 6.7 3.4
substances
• For medium tanks, such as 515. 289. 7T BL - .039 32 145 45 55 6.7 3.4
chemical or pharmaceutical
processing 515. 339. 7T - BN .039 42 193 60 73 10.5 5.5

Max. tank diameter: Contact Lechler for other spray angles available.
Inlet Size Activity Tank Diam.
3/4" Rinsing 15 ft. Please note: We do not recommend operation of these products with compressed air, steam, or gases.
3/4" Cleaning 10 ft. To protect the products’ inner workings, we suggest use of a line strainer with a 50 mesh size.
1" Rinsing 18 ft. For further information, please contact Lechler.
1" Cleaning 12 ft.
Operating pressure: for ordering: 515. 219. 7T + BL = 515. 219. 7T. BL
20 – 75 psi

200°F
Weight:
3/4" 3.1 lb.
1" 3.1 lb.
Material:
PEEK
Bearing:
Ball bearing
Filtration:
Rotation monitoring sensor:

This series is qualified for
rotation monitoring with the
Lechler sensor. Please see
page 42 for more information.
* Contact Lechler for maximum ambient temperature.
XactClean® HP —
solution for high impact cleaning
Series 5S2 / 5S3
Series 5S2 / 5S3
Ø.13"(Ø.09")
3.3 (Ø 2.2)
Ø1.73"
Ø 44
1.18"(.63") 12.7 (6.35)

Ø.5"(.25")
Ø.76"
Ø 19.2(Ø.5")
(Ø 12.8)
Specially developed flat fan
30 (16)
nozzles provide high impact
Ø1.73" Ø 44
and uniform cleaning for
H
the XactClean® HP. The Figures in H
controlled rotation ensures brackets
that the XactClean® HP works are valid
for 1/2"
extremely efficient. Thanks version
to the robust drive unit the 68
2.68" 2.68"68Ø 76
Tank cleaning
Ø 3"
Ø 76 Ø 3"
XactClean® HP is very reliable Slip-on connection
Female thread ASME - BPE 1997 (OD-Tube)
and ensures increased
operation liability. It is available Nozzle dimensions [in]
in various spray angles
ersion
and flow rates and is also
ATEX v st
Connection H
compatible with the Lechler
rotating monitoring sensor.
ue
BF 5.83
on req
Product features: BH 5.87
 Controlled rotation BL 5.47
 Powerful flat jet nozzles BN 5.47
 Very efficient tank cleaning TF05 5.91
nozzle
TF07 6.46

(see page 24) Spray Free
Ordering no. Flow Rate
angle Pas-
Materials: Type Connection sage (Gallons Per Minute)
Stainless steel AISI 316L, (in.)
AISI 632, PTFE, PEEK, 3
/8" 1
/2" 3
/4" 1" 1
/2" 3
/4"
Zirconium oxide, EPDM, Female Female Female Female OD OD 30 40 75 145
32 RA surface finish is NPT NPT NPT NPT Slip-on Slip-on 2 bar psi psi psi psi
included with every material 5S2. 955. 1Y BF BH - - TF05 - .08 25 6.6 7.8 10.6 15.1
270°
5S3. 055. 1Y - BH - - TF05 - .08 41 10.8 12.8 17.2 24.3
Max. temperature:
203°F/ 95°C 5S3. 115. 1Y - BH BL - - TF07 .08 60 15.9 18.4 24.8 35.1
5S3. 185. 1Y - - BL - - TF07 .08 89 23.5 27.7 37.3 52.6
Max. tank dimension: 5S3. 235. 1Y - - BL - - TF07 .08 111 29.3 34.3 46.2 65.5
11.5-26 ft. 5S3. 265. 1Y - - BL BN - TF07 .08 135 35.7 41.8 56.3 79.5
270° 5S2. 956. 1Y BF BH - - TF05 - .08 25 6.6 7.8 10.6 15.1

Recommended
operating pressure: 5S3. 056. 1Y - BH - - TF05 - .08 41 10.8 12.8 17.2 24.3
75 psi 5S3. 116. 1Y - BH BL - - TF07 .08 60 15.9 18.4 24.8 35.1
5S3. 186. 1Y - - BL - - TF07 .08 89 23.5 27.7 37.3 52.6
Installation: 5S3. 236. 1Y - - BL - - TF07 .08 111 29.3 34.3 46.2 65.5
Operation in every direction 5S3. 266. 1Y - - BL BN - TF07 .08 135 35.7 41.8 56.3 79.5
is possible
360° 5S2. 959. 1Y BF BH - - TF05 - .07 25 6.6 7.8 10.6 15.1
Filtration: 5S3. 059. 1Y - BH - - TF05 - .08 41 10.8 12.8 17.2 24.3
Line strainer with a mesh size 5S3. 119. 1Y - BH BL - - TF07 .08 60 15.9 18.4 24.8 35.1
of 0.3 mm/50 mesh 5S3. 189. 1Y - - BL - - TF07 .08 89 23.5 27.7 37.3 52.6
5S3. 239. 1Y - - BL - - TF07 .08 111 29.3 34.3 46.2 65.5
Bearing: 5S3. 269. 1Y - - BL BN - TF07 .08 135 35.7 41.8 56.3 79.5
Double ball bearing
Please note: We do not recommend operation of
Rotation monitoring sensor: Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.
these products with compressed air. In order to
Sensor compatible, for ordering: 5S2. 956. 1Y + BF = 5S2. 956. 1Y. BF protect the bearing, a line strainer with a 170 mesh
Info: see page 42 size should be used. Operation without a line
strainer may result in damage to the nozzle.
For various configurations to mount your tank cleaning For further information, please contact Lechler.
nozzle, see the Lances and Nozzle Headers section The nozzles with a slip-on connection type fitting
beginning on page 139. may have a higher flow rate than listed due to the
self-flushing design around the customer's tube
which is inserted into the nozzle socket.
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High impact tank cleaning machine
“IntenseClean Hygienic” min. Ø 2.48"
min. Ø 3.27"
min. Ø 2.48"
Series 5TA / 5TB
5TA
Product features: 3/4" FEMALE NPT Flats
3/4"
3/4" 32
FEMALE
FEMALE NPT
NPT Flats
Flats 3232
n Gear-controlled
n Particularly powerful
solid jets
n Two different sizes for a 4.17"
4.17" 4.17"
variety of container sizes 5.24" 5.16"5.63"
5.16"
5.16"
5.24"
n Operating pressures
up to 362 psi possible
Applications:
Tank cleaning
Ø 1.84"
For cleaning of: Ø 1.83" 1.26"
Ø 1.83"
2.17"
(Ø 2.91")
1.26"
1.26"
2.16"
(Ø 2.13") 2.17"
• Systems (Ø 2.13")
• Machines 5TA.403.1Y.AL and 5TA.404.1Y.AL 5TA.405.1Y.AL

• Tankers
• Large tanks Spray Ordering no. Number, Flow Rate Max. Max.
Angle Ø of nozzles tank pressure
Passage
liters per Ø
(mm)
Max. tank diameter:
Free
minute
See table
(in.) 2 bar 30 psi 40 psi 75 psi 145 psi (ft.) (psi)
Operating pressure: 360° 5TA. 403. 1Y. BL .059 4 x 3.0 mm 25.0 6.8 7.9 10.8 14.9 26 217
29 - 145 psi
5TA. 404. 1Y. BL .059 4 x 4.0 mm 42.0 11.2 13.0 17.7 24.7 36 217
Temperature: 5TA. 405. 1Y. BL .059 4 x 5.0 mm 50.0 13.4 15.5 21.2 29.5 39 217
203°F, 266°F (Environment)
min. Ø 5.12"
Weight: min. Ø 5.12"
5TA approx. 2 lb. 5TB Flats 55
1 1/2" FEMALE NPT

5TB approx. 8.8 lb. Flats 55
1 1/2" FEMALE NPT
Materials:
Stainless steel AISI 316L,
7.09"
AISI 632, PTFE, PEEK,
8.9"7.09"
Zirconium oxide, EPDM,
8.9"
32 RA surface finish is
included with every material
Bearing: 2.48"
Ø 3.58"
Ball bearing Ø 3.58"
(Ø 4.07")
2.48"
(Ø 4.07")
4.29"
4.29"
Required prefiltration:
Line filter with 0.2 mm/ Spray Ordering no. Number, Flow Rate Max. Max.
80 mesh (Gallons Per Minute)
Angle Ø of nozzles tank pressure
Passage
liters per Ø
(mm)
Free
minute
Installation:
Operation in every direction (in.) 2 bar 30 psi 40 psi 75 psi 145 psi (ft.) (psi)
is possible
360° 5TB. 406. 1Y. BS .236 4 x 6.0 mm 107.0 28.7 33.2 45.4 63.1 42 362
Rotation monitoring sensor: 5TB. 407. 1Y. BS .236 4 x 7.0 mm 135.0 36.2 41.8 57.2 79.6 46 362
This series is qualified for 5TB. 408. 1Y. BS .236 4 x 8.0 mm 165.0 44.3 51.2 70.1 97.5 46 362
rotation monitoring with the
Lechler sensor. Please see
page 42 for more information.
Its high-quality and hygienic
ersion
The new Lechler rotating jet
AT E X v cleaner enables containers design makes it especially well
uest and systems to be cleaned suited for use in the chemicals
(see page 24) on req very efficiently. Thanks to the
powerful solid jets, it also
and pharmaceuticals industry.
performs even the most

difficult cleaning tasks.
Gyro —
heavy duty, high capacity
Series 577
Series 577
With our largest capacity free

spinning designs, the Gyro
family is the high flow work Length
horse of our tank cleaning
nozzle line.
Product features: Width

 Highest flow rates of all our
Tank cleaning
tank cleaning nozzles Series 577 Female NPT Threaded

 High cleaning performance
at low pressures
 PTFE bearings easily Spray Ordering no. Flow Rate Length Width
replaced to extend the Angle (in.) (in.)
service life 1" 2"
minute
 Free spinning, self- Female Female
NPT NPT 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi

180° down 577. 284. 1Y BN - 35 161 50 61 2.7 4.6
(see page 24) 577. 364. 1Y BN - 56 258 80 98 2.7 4.6
Applications: 577. 494. 1Y - BW 120 538 170 208 4.0 5.9
• Medium to large tanks
• Ethanol fermenters 270° up 577. 285. 1Y BN - 35 161 50 61 2.7 4.6
• Paper machine headboxes
• Chemical storage 577. 405. 1Y - BW 70 322 100 123 4.0 5.9
• Breweries
Max. tank diameter: 360° 577. 289. 1Y BN - 35 161 50 61 2.7 4.6
Inlet Size Activity Tank Diam. 577. 369. 1Y BN - 57 258 80 98 2.7 4.6
1" Rinsing 25 ft. 577. 409. 1Y - BW 70 322 100 123 4.0 5.9
1" Cleaning 12 ft. 577. 439. 1Y - BW 85 387 120 147 4.0 5.9
2" Rinsing 30 ft. 577. 499. 1Y - BW 120 548 170 208 4.0 5.9
2" Cleaning 15 ft.
Operating pressure:
20 – 50 psi, max. 65 psi The PTFE bearings and other wear parts can Please note: We do not recommend operation of these products
be replaced easily to extend the life of the with compressed air, steam, or gases. For further information,
please contact Lechler.
Max. fluid temperature*: unit. A rebuild kit contains: Bearing sleeves,
200°F bolt, nut, spacer, and complete instructions.
Weight: Size Product code
for ordering: 577. 284. 1Y + BN = 577. 284. 1Y. BN
1" 1.65 lb. 1" 057.701.55.000
2" 4 lb. 2" 057.702.55.000 * Contact Lechler for maximum ambient temperature.
Material:
316 stainless steel
PTFE Contents of Gyro rebuild kit
Filtration:
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High impact tank cleaning machine —
for the largest tanks and the toughest cleaning jobs
Series 5TM / 5HM
1 1/2 NPT
Series 5TM / 5HM

.87"
For the largest tanks and most 5.6"

difficult applications, this gear- (Ø 8.
driven tank washing machine
78")
BR=8.20"
BS=10.20"
is our most powerful. 015=8.83"
Product features:
 Very high cleaning
"
74
8.
performance at low pressures
Tank cleaning
Ø 4.80"
 Requires no lubricants 5.91"
Series 5TM / 5HM Male NPT Threaded
 Systematically sweeps the
entire tank interior (360°)
 Regular maintenance by Ordering no. No. of Operating Pressure
replacement of wetted parts Type Connection
Nozzles
Passage
x
ensures long product life
Free
Diameter
11/2" 11/2" 11/2"
 Can be mounted in any Male Female CL.150
orientation NPT NPT Flange (in.) 40 psi 60 psi 80 psi 100 psi

Applications: 5TM. 208. 1Y Flow Rate 40 gpm 49 gpm 56 gpm 59 gpm
BR BS 015 .314 2x8mm
• Large tanks 5HM. 208. 1Y Cycle Time 31 min 24 min 20 min 17 min
• Tough cleaning tasks, e.g.,
Flow Rate 45 gpm 54 gpm 60 gpm 65 gpm
wine and beer fermenters, 5TM. 209. 1Y
BR BS 015 .354
2x9mm
tank trucks, rail cars, 5HM. 209. 1Y Cycle Time 27 min 21 min 19 min 15 min

chemical processing
5TM. 210. 1Y
BR BS 015
.394 2x10mm
Max. tank diameter: 5HM. 210. 1Y Cycle Time 22 min 19 min 17 min 14 min
Cleaning: 50 ft.
5TM. 211. 1Y
BR BS 015 .433 2x11mm
5HM. 211. 1Y Cycle Time 21 min 17 min 14 min 13 min
Operating pressure:
30–100 psi, max. 150 psi
5TM. 407. 1Y Flow Rate 70 gpm 78 gpm 82 gpm
BR BS 015 .276 4x7mm **
5HM. 407. 1Y Cycle Time 12 min 10 min 9 min

5TM: 140°F/60°C 5TM. 408. 1Y Flow Rate 62 gpm 74 gpm 84 gpm 92 gpm
5HM: 194°F/90°C BR BS 015 .315 4x8mm

Weight: Approx. 17 lb. 5TM. 410. 1Y Flow Rate 80 gpm 95 gpm 107 gpm 110 gpm
BR BS 015 .394 4x10mm
Material:
PTFE and carbon fiber ** Not recommended for operation below 50 psi
Bold type under operating pressure column indicates flows in excess of 80 gpm, which exceeds the normal maximum flow through
Bearing: the machine. Operating beyond this point can cause excessive speed and premature wear to the internal gear train. If you require
Ball and slide bearings this high a flow rate, contact us to discuss modifications to your unit. The operating Cycle Time is typically the minimum required
for a full cleaning of a tank 30' in diameter or smaller. Larger tanks or difficult cleaning situations may require longer cycle times.
Filtration: Please note: We do not recommend
Line strainer with 80 mesh size operation of these products with
compressed air, steam, or gases.
Opening requirement: To protect the products’ inner workings,
we suggest use of a line strainer with a
(Round hole diameter) 80 mesh size. For further information,
2 nozzle 5.9 inches please contact Lechler.
4 nozzle 7.8 inches
The previous M20/M29 series has been
replaced with the 5TM/5HM series.
Rotation monitoring sensor: 5TM/5HM components are compatible
This series is qualified for with all existing M20/M29 tank cleaning
rotation monitoring with the machines.
Lechler sensor. Please see A special mounting attachment allows If you have multiple large tanks to clean,
page 42 for more information. the 5TM/5HM version to double the Lechler offers a portable cart for easier
spray volume to the end bulkheads transporting and operation of your
of long, horizontal tanks or tankers. 5TM/5HM from tank to tank. The cart
That part number is 099.164.17.00. part number is M20.000.17.BR.
For use with "BR" connection only.
ambient temperature. Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.
for ordering: 5TM. 208. 17 + BR = 5TM. 208. 17. BR
Special tank cleaning configurations
and accessories
Rotation Monitoring Sensor Ø 1.97"

M12
The new Rotation Monitoring

Sensor is a reliable way to
confirm that your rotating tank
1.42"
cleaning nozzle is actually
moving inside the tank. This
.31"
is especially important for
enclosed tanks where the
1.42"
operator has no access to 1/2"
BSPP
view the interior of the tank.
.43"
The sensor is mounted from Ø .55"
outside the tank with a weld-in Ø .71"
sleeve that allows the probe tip
1/2" Male BSPP
to fit directly inside the tank so
that cascading liquid can come Product features: Material: Ordering Numbers:
in direct contact with the probe  Reliable detection for Socket: 316L stainless steel
tip. Special software monitors rotating spray devices Body: 303 stainless steel 050.040.00.00.00.0
the flow of cascading liquid  Free software, easy to Probe Tip: PEEK Rotation Monitoring Sensor
intervals to determine if the configure for installation with Weld-In Sleeve
nozzle is rotating. It will show Electrical: 18 up to 32 VDC
 PC is no longer required
a green light when proper after configuration Power: <20 mA 050.040.00.00.01.0
rotation is detected and a red  Can be integrated into a Cable Set for first-time
light when it is not. Output signal: PNP, 50 mA
PLC via M12 connector short circuit protected operation

Operating temperature:
(see page 24) 0° up to +212°F
Applications: Ambient temperature:
• Tank and vessel cleaning 14°F up to 140°F
Lances The standard lance (see

Figures 1-3) has a fixed
A common way to insert a tank length so care must be taken
cleaning nozzle into a tank for to ensure the lance is of the
cleaning is by way of a lance. proper length for the size of
As with any inlet connection the tank. On the retractable
for a tank cleaning product, lance (see Figure 4), the shaft
nozzles may be connected actually retracts, returning the
to a lance in these ways: nozzle back into the flange
 Threaded portion of the assembly so it
 Tri-Clamp only comes out when cleaning Figure 1
 Slip-on is performed. Figure 3
(secured with an R-clip)
 Welded Whatever your tank cleaning
 Flanged lance needs, even for some-
thing special like Figure 3,
There are two types of lances Lechler can fabricate one
that can be used for tank specifically for your application,
cleaning: be it for food, pharmaceutical,
 Standard (or fixed length) chemical processing or any Figure 4
 Retractable other industry.
Either can simply be bolted to

the tank wall while the lance
end is inserted into the tank.
Figure 2
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The following step-by-step When planning your tank 3) Proper positioning — 4) A

The force of impact depends

 Adherence to the optimal

As pressure increases, relative

Rotating tank cleaning Static spray balls

This approach may not be

5TM/5HM (M20) Operation Manual M20/5TM

If you purchase our 5TM/5HM (M20) High Impact Tank Cleaning

Tank cleaning design assistance

If you need to design a tank cleaning system for your application,

high impact 360° 270°

Flow rate guidelines

Heavier washing will require

Applications: 300° down

• Kegs 500. 234. G9 BA - - - .04 1.8 8 2.5 3.0

Max. tank diameter:

* Contact Lechler for maximum

 Suitable for use with steam

Applications: Ø 1.25" .63"

Max. tank diameter: Ordering no. Flow Rate

Example Type + Conn. = Ordering no.

PVDF Micro Whirly Ø 1.1"

500.191 Ø 1.18" 50 mesh size

Plastic Mini Whirly

lubricating, and self-flushing

Applications: liters per

• Cans (in.) 20 psi 2 bar 40 psi 60 psi

DIN 32676-A DN40

With minimal liquid pressure,

DIN 32676-A DN40

Operating pressure: ØØ2.5"

approx. 14.5 psi; closing 316L stainless steel, spring

5P2. 873. 1Y. 00 - -  .04 2.8 15.0 5 2.6

5P2. 923. 1Y. AP  - - .04 3.7 20.0 6 3.3

5P2. 923. 1Y. 00 - -  .04 3.7 20.0 6 3.3

5P3. 043. 1Y. AP -  - .05 7.5 15.0 12 7.2

5P3. 043. 1Y. 00 - -  .05 7.5 15.0 12 7.2

Series 594 / 595 EHEDG-version

taining two Hygienic Whirlies Material:

for even greater coverage. Flat 3/4"

 Optimum cleaning efficiency

(see page 24) .44"

Applications: 2.15" 2.65"

especially for cold aseptic Series 595

Max. tank diameter: Spray Ordering no. Flow Rate

Weight: ** NPT on request.

* Contact Lechler for maximum

Series 540 / 541 1/2" FEMALE NPT

This nozzle is a very compact

For critical sanitary applications

inside and outside

liters per (in.)

Operating pressure: minute

527. 289. 1Y. 01. 50 .043 1-1/2" 36 40 170 50 62 4.5 2.6

1-1/2" — Line strainer with

Note: There are no threaded

Series 5MC / 5MI

 Head balanced for

The following step-by-step When planning your tank 3) Proper positioning — 4) A