Double-Walled Stainless Steel Funnels

Where are Double-Walled Funnels Used?

Food processing and process control facilities use double-walled funnels, or temperature-controlled jacketed conical cones, in applications that require precise temperature control during product transfer. We construct each assembly by nesting two stainless steel funnels together and TIG welding them to create a fully enclosed jacket cavity between the inner and outer cones. They polish the interior surface to a sanitary 32 Ra finish and the exterior surface to a 125 Ra finish, ensuring sanitary-grade finishes on all product-contact surfaces. This assembly maintains precise, controlled temperatures across the product-contact surfaces from inlet to outlet.

How do Double-Walled Funnels Work?

Operators monitor and maintain temperature control by circulating hot water, steam, glycol, or chilled fluid through the jacket cavity formed between the two nested cones. On the heated side, the system keeps viscous, temperature-sensitive products flowing consistently from inlet to outlet, preventing buildup, reducing clogs, and eliminating the need for manual intervention when a funnel does not drain cleanly. On the cold side, circulating chilled fluid maintains precise temperature control during transfer and keeps heat-sensitive products within specification, even in warm plant environments. This design delivers a reliable, sanitary assembly built for continuous use in demanding food processing, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

Standard Sizes and Pricing

Each assembly is welded, finished, and inspected in our facility located in Toledo, Ohio.

Funnel Customizations and Additional Fabrication Options

Toledo Metal Spinning Company has been forming and fabricating stainless steel components since 1929. TMS is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and manufacture every jacketed funnel assembly in-house, including spinning, welding, finishing, and final inspection. This means tighter tolerances, faster lead times, and high quality assemblies. Custom sizes and configurations are available upon request. 

Common Uses for Jacketed Funnels

Double walled funnels are used across a wide range of industries where product temperatures must be maintained during transfer or filling operations. Common applications include chocolate and confectionery processing, dairy and beverage production, pharmaceutical and biotech filling lines, chemical and resin handling, and personal care or cosmetics manufacturing. If your process involves a product with a narrow temperature window, a jacketed funnel is typically the cleanest and most reliable way to keep it flowing.

Custom Sanitary TMS Jacketed Funnels

custom stainless steel sanitary double walled funnel with outlets and side ports, 125 Ra polish outside
stainless steel sanitary double-walled funnel, 32 Ra sanitary polish inside, 125 Ra Outside
custom 304 stainless steel jacketed funnel with 32Ra polish inside, sanitary fittings and outlets, with a lid

Frequently Asked Questions about Forming Metal Jacketed Funnels

Double walled funnels are utilized by circulating hot water, steam, or thermal fluid through the space between the inner and outer cones, keeping the product-contact surface at a controlled temperature from inlet to outlet. This results in consistent flow rates, fewer clogs, less downtime, and cleaner cycles.

Ra is a measurement of surface roughness. A 32 Ra interior finish is a smooth, sanitary-grade surface that meets contact surface requirements for food and pharmaceutical processing, minimizing product adhesion and makes cleaning easier.

The 125 Ra exterior finish is a standard industrial polish. If your process requires a finer interior finish, such as 15 Ra for pharmaceutical applications, contact us to discuss custom finishing options.

Yes. The sizes and fitting combinations in the table represent our most commonly requested configurations, but TMS builds to print and can accommodate non-standard diameters, different outlet sizes, alternative fitting types, or modified cone angles.

Contact us with your dimensional requirements or send us your print.

Standard configurations shown in the table are built to order. Lead times vary based on current production volume.

Contact us for a current lead time estimate when you place your order or request a quote. Custom sizes and configurations may require additional lead time.

All TMS products are manufactured under our ISO 9001:2015 quality management system. Material certifications and dimensional inspection documentation are available upon request.

Metal products are polished to improve appearance by creating a beautiful smooth and shiny finish. Polishing also increases the part's durability by removing imperfections that may be on the surface. Polishes help to prevent corrosion and removes oxidation, allowing the products to be used in markets such as food processing or medical devices. 

Double-walled funnels and cones are build to order, please contact our sales team for lead time.

Why Choose Toledo Metal Spinning's Double-Walled Funnels?

  • Seamless spun inner funnels for improved material flow
  • Reduced weld seams for improved sanitary processing
  • Standard sizes available in 304 and 316 stainless steel, alternative material options upon request
  • Designed for thermal jacket heat transfer and temperature-controlled material flow
  • Built for temperature-sensitive product handling
  • Precision concentric wall construction
  • Build-to-print fabrication available
  • Manufactured in the USA in Toledo, Ohio

Related Products

Seal your temperature-controlled system with stainless steel flat, beaded, or domed lids, designed to fit seamlessly with TMS double-walled cones and jacketed funnels. 

Metal Fabrication Video Resources: Custom Stainless Steel Funnels and Cones

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