APF - Absolute Polypropylene (PP) Cartrigde Filter

APF - Absolute Polypropylene (PP) Cartrigde Filter

Masterfilter APF series absolute rated polypropylene cartridges provide absolute efficiency and reliable performance in most critical applications. It combines high dirt holding capacity with long service life and high flow rates. 100% polypropylene construction with nanofiber media for high backwash capability and microbiological control make it an ideal filter for beverage applications.

Features

  • Nanofiber media provide high efficiency and dirt holding capacity
  • Nanofiber PP for optimised backwash capability
  • Pleated surface provides excellent flow rate and long service life
  • 100% PP offers compatibility with most chemicals, solvents caustic and acids - Absolute rating from 1 to 10 microns
  • Pleated surface provides excellent flow rates
  • Microbiological retention on the < 1 micron versions

Markets

  • Food and Beverage
  • Water
  • Chemicals

Applications

  • Bottled Water
  • Brewing
  • Distilled Spirits
  • Soft Drinks
  • Wine
  • Process Water
  • Power Utilities
  • Final Product Filtration
  • Raw Materials Clarification
  • Raw Materials Intermediate Polishing
  • Municipal
  • Dairy

Technical Specification

Materials of construction Operating parameters
Membrane: Polypropylene nanofiber Max. differential pressure forward: 5.0 bar at 20 °C
Support layers: Polypropylene Max. differential pressure reverse: 3.0 bar at 85 °C
Inner core: Polypropylene Max. back pressure: 2.0 bar at 20 °C, 0.4 bar at 80 °C
Outer cage: Polypropylene In situ steam sterilisation: 121 °C for 20 min
End caps: Polypropylene In situ hot water sanitization: 80 °C
End cap insert: Stainless 304 Autoclaving: 134 °C for 30 min
O-Rings: EPDM/Silicone

Filter Properties

  • Comply with the relevant requirements of EU 1935/2004 and EU Directive 10/2011
  • Pass USA Plastic Class VI Test
  • No fibre releasing according to 21 CFR

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