The Benefits Of Genderless Sterile Connectors For Single-Use Applications

By Todd Andrews, Bioprocessing Global Sales and Business Development Manager at CPC

What is a genderless connection?
Historically, single-use connections involved a male and a female half. These were two distinctly different parts that mated with each other. Connections like these are considered gendered. Genderless connections are those in which the connector halves are identical in design, thus eliminating the need for different male and female halves to make the connection.

What are the benefits of having a genderless connector?
There are multiple benefits to incorporating genderless connections into your single-use system.