SupaPore VPW
Within the beverage industry, it is important that products are microbiologically stabilised prior to packaging to prolong shelf life, and this is achieved without affecting the nature of the product. Minimising the cost of stabilisation while maintaining beverage quality remains a constant driver. Amazon SupaPore VPW is a high flow advanced PES membrane filter cartridge designed to meet these requirements. Amazon’s SupaPore VPW cartridges can be in-situ steam sterilised, and their superior chemical resistance allows the cartridges to be repeatedly cleaned for a longer service life.
Applications
- Clarification and microbiological stabilisation of Beers
- Wines
- Bottled water
- Other beverages
Cartridge Construction
All cartridges are thermally bonded and adhesive-free. Each unit is pre-flushed with ultra-pure water and integrity tested before final assembly:
- Meets requirements for materials intended to come into contact with food as described in CFR Title 21 as well as the requirements for food contact as detailed in European Regulation (EC) Number 1935/2004
- Meets current USP requirements for extractables
- Full product validation guide available
Amazon Filters manufactures a comprehensive range of filter housings for SupaPore VPW 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: 68.5mm
- Typical Surface Area: 0.65m² – 0.75m² (Per 10”)
Sterilisation and Sanitisation*1
- Steam or Autoclave:
- 121°C for 60 mins (up to 240 cycles)
- 134°C for 30 mins (up to 25 cycles)
- Hot Water: Up to 90°C
*1 Applies to single open end cartridges only. For all steaming and hot water applications, the Reinforced Polypropylene End Cap option must be used.
Maximum Operating Conditions
- Temperature: 80ºC
- Recommended Maximum Differential Pressure:
- Forward Flow: 4.0 Bar @ 20ºC
- Reverse Flow: 3.5 Bar @ 20ºC
- Recommended change-out differential pressure: 2.5 Bar
Product validation guide available on request. All SupaPore VPW cartridges are manufactured under strict control with batch number identification, giving full traceability on all components.
Standard Materials of Construction
- Filter Media: Polyethersulphone (PES)
- Media Support: Polypropylene
- End Caps Polypropylene
Features and Benefits
- High surface area offering high flow rates and long life
- Utilises naturally hydrophilic PES membrane providing low adsorption of protein, colour and flavour components
- Cartridge exhibits wide chemical compatibility and can be regenerated for extended service life
- Repeatedly integrity testable to assure consistent performance throughout their service life
- Range of removal ratings and validated* for consistent and reliable performance
- Suitable for most sanitisation regimes including steaming, autoclaving, hot water flush and most common sanitising agents
- All individual packing bags are anti static
Note: Steaming, autoclaving and hot water sanitisation must use the Reinforced Polypropylene End Cap option
*See product guides for further details stating test method and rated efficiencies
