A disposable device for the sterile transfer of fluids, such as liquids or
gases, includes a body, a bore formed through at least a portion of the
interior of the body, and a linearly moveable plunger contained within
the bore. The body is formed from a rotating section and a stationary
section. Partial rotation of the rotating section around a portion of the
stationary section and the plunger drives the plunger linearly within the
bore, opening and closing the device. The plunger includes at least a
first and a second opening, and a fluid channel in the interior of the
plunger connecting the first and second openings forming a fluid pathway
to downstream components when the device is open. A termination component
at one end of the plunger connects to a downstream component. A flange at
one end of the body attaches to an upstream component. When the device is
closed, the upstream end of the plunger is in alignment with the upstream
flange of the body, forming a steamable sterilized in place face and a
sterile barrier.