The series of filter elements of "High Flow" ÖlofPleat SP F&B Microfiltration cartridges have been designed specifically for use in a wide range of aggressive gas and liquid processing applications. Its naturally hydrophobic PTFE membrane makes this cartridge an ideal choice for Food & Beverage systems requiring excellent compatibility, reliability and a consistently high quality.
Features
- A naturally hydrophobic PTFE membrane and polypropylene hardware.
- 0.2μm rated filter in liquids and 0.02μm in gases.
- Polypropylene support.
- Minimal fiber migration.
- Wide chemical compatibility.
- Validation by bacterial and aerosolized bacteriophage challenge.
- Junior cartridge available Hi flux range up to ≥ 109 m³/h.
- Thermal bonding process eliminates adhesives and ensures minimal extractables.
- Identification mark on every cartridge.
- Full product guide available.
- Can be steam sterilized and sanitizable.
- Meet current US FDA CFR Title 21 requirements.
- Fully integrity testable by water intrusion, bubble point or diffusion flow test.
- All B grade modules are integrity tested during manufacture
All cartridges are thermally bonded and adhesive free. Each unit is pre-flushed with ultra-pure water and integrity tested before final assembly.
Food & Beverages Applications
- CO2 lines, Sterile vent for storage and transfer tanks.
Dimensions
- Outside Diameter: 71mm(Standard 10") 56mm(Junior 5")
- Typical Surface Area: 0.75m²(Standard 10") 0.25m²(Junior 5")
- Length: See ordering guide
Maximum Operating Conditions
- Temperature: 80ºC
- Recommended Maximum Differential Pressure:
- Forward Flow: 5.0 bar @ 20ºC
- Reverse Flow: 3.0 bar @ 20ºC
- Recommended change-out differential pressure: 2.5 bar
Materials of Construction
- Filter Media: PTFE
- Media Support: Polypropylene (PP)
- Cage, Core & End Caps: Polypropylene (PP)
Sterilization and sanitization
- Steam or Autoclave: 135°C for >150 hours.
Integrity test specifications
Micron rating
0.10μm
0.22μm
Bubble Point In 60/40 IPA/Water
≥ 1500mbar (22 psi)
≥ 1000mbar (14.5 psi)
Diffusion Flow(cc/min/10”) In 60/40 IPA/Water
≤ 11 @ 900mbar
≤ 11 @ 700mbar
Water Intrusion Flow (cc/10 mins/10”)
-
≤ 13 @ 500mbar
