Bio-burden Reduction Capsule Filters Hydrophobic ePTFE Membrane

Order quality Bio-burden Reduction Capsule Filters Hydrophobic ePTFE Membrane from MS when your process requires validated hydrophobic filtration for sterile gas feeds, high-purity solvents or critical pharmaceutical intermediates. The naturally hydrophobic ePTFE membrane repels water and aqueous aerosols, preventing moisture breakthrough that could compromise sterile boundaries. Thermal bonding eliminates adhesives and binders, and each unit is 100% integrity tested with individual records shipped.

Who this product fits best

Buyers who want hydrophobic ePTFE for sterile air and solvent service in GMP environments

Plants that need sterilizing-grade retention with non-fiber-releasing membrane

Operations that require 100% factory integrity testing for incoming quality verification

Application Notes: Typical Use Cases

Sterile air feed for fermentation: moisture-resistant membrane protects culture viability.

Pharmaceutical solvent filtration: broad compatibility handles aggressive API solvents.WFI tank venting: prevents bacterial ingress on aseptic storage vessels.

High-purity gas and nitrogen blanketing: retains particulate without introducing extractables.

Technical Specifications

Filtration Area: 6000 cm² / 10"

Max forward differential pressure: 50 psid (3.4 bard) at 20°C

Max reverse differential pressure: 40 psid (2.7 bard) at 20°C

Max operating temperature: 82°C (180°F) at 10 psid in water

Recommended change-out pressure: 35 psid (2.4 barg)

Capsule Integrity: Minimum burst pressure 123.5 psi (8.5 barg)

Toxity: USP Class VI 121°C plastics

Materials of Construction

Filter Membrane: Hydrophobic ePTFE (single layer, sterilizing grade)

Media Support: Polypropylene

Capsule Body: Polypropylene

Inner Core: Polypropylene

Outer Cage: Polypropylene

Sealing Method: Thermal Bonding

Food Safety Compliance

FDA 21 CFR food contact basis and EU 10/2011 expectations for materials used.

Construction Materials

Filter Membrane: PTFE

Media Support: Polypropylene

End Caps: Polypropylene

Inner Core: Polypropylene

Outer Cage: Polypropylene

Sealing Method: Thermal Bonding

Integrity （wetted membrane）

Typical Flow Rate in gas/air, 10"

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