SupaPore THB
SupaPore THB Microfiltration cartridges have been designed specifically for air and gas applications where the highest flow rates and lowest pressure drops are critical (e.g., off-gas filtration in fermentation). They are manufactured using a naturally hydrophobic expanded PTFE membrane which will not wet-out with water vapor, thus maintaining maximum flow in all typical process conditions. These robust filters can be repeatedly steam sterilized, offering long life and lowest costs.
Product Features
SupaPore THB cartridges feature:
- A naturally hydrophobic PTFE membrane rated at 0.2µm in liquids and 0.02µm in gases
- Large diameter core for higher flow rates
- Robust polypropylene core and support materials
- Minimal fibre migration
- Wide chemical compatibility
- Validation by bacterial and aerosolized bacteriophage challenge
All cartridges are thermally bonded and adhesive-free. Each unit is pre-flushed with ultra-pure water and integrity tested before final assembly.
- Can be steam sterilized multiple times
- Meet current US FDA CFR Title 21 requirements
- Fully integrity testable by Water Intrusion, Bubble Point or Diffusion Flow test¹
- Modules are integrity tested during manufacture
Amazon Filters manufactures a comprehensive range of filter housings for SupaPore THB cartridges including the industrial 50 and 60 Series and the 70 Series for hygienic applications. Please consult our Sales Office for further details on the full range.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Outside Diameter: 71mm
- Typical Surface Area: 0.75m² (Per 10”)
Sterilisation and Sanitisation*2
- Steam or Autoclave: 135°C for >150 hours
*2 Applies to single open end cartridges only. For all steaming and hot water applications, the stainless steel end cap insert or Reinforced Polypropylene End Cap option must be used.
Maximum Operating Conditions
- Temperature:
- 80°C (for intermittent exposure to air)
- 60°C (for continuous exposure to air)
- Recommended Maximum Differential Pressure:
- Forward Flow: 5.0 bar @ 20ºC, 0.5 bar @ 140ºC
- Reverse Flow: 3.0 bar @ 20ºC, 0.5 bar @ 140ºC
- Recommended change-out differential pressure: 2.5 Bar
Standard Materials of Construction
- Filter Media: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
- Media Support: Polypropylene
- End Caps: Polypropylene
- Cages/Core: Polypropylene
Product validation guide available on request. All SupaPore THB cartridges are manufactured under strict control with batch number identification, giving full traceability on all components.
Features and Benefits
- Very high flow rates and low pressure drops
- Validated removal ratings for consistent and reliable performance
- Fully Integrity Testable – Water Intrusion, Bubble Point and Diffusional Flow values provided
- Features naturally hydrophobic expanded PTFE membrane and polypropylene hardware
- Thermal bonding process eliminates adhesives and ensures minimal extractables
- Identification mark on every cartridge
- Full product validation guide available
- All individual packing bags are anti-static
- See product guides for further details stating test method
