SupaPore TMB
SupaPore TMB cartridges have been designed specifically for continuous high temperature air applications where standard polypropylene membrane support layers can suffer from accelerated oxidation. This degradation can lead to particle shedding and contamination of the process.
The membrane support / drainage layers of the SupaPore TMB are made of PPS (Polyphenylene Sulphide) which has excellent resistance to oxidative and ozonated environments.
This, in conjunction with the polypropylene hardware with elevated levels of antioxidants, makes the SupaPore TMB ideal for venting of WFI tanks where filters are subjected to continuous high temperatures from housing heating jackets.
The heat-resistant membrane support also means the filter is ideal for inlet air for large scale fermentations where raised air temperature are often employed.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
Outside Diameter: 71mm
Surface Area 0.56m² (10”)
Sterilisation and Sanitisation
Steam or Autoclave: 100 x 30 min cycles @134°C
Maximum Operating Conditions
Temperature: 90ºC (a minimum 6 months continuous exposure in air)
Recommended Maximum Differential Pressure:
Forward Flow: 5.0 Bar @ 20ºC, 1.5 bar @121ºC
Reverse Flow: 2.0 Bar @ 20ºC, 1.5 bar @121ºC
Recommended change-out differential pressure: 2.5 Bar
Standard Materials of Construction
Filter Media: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Media Support: Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
End Caps: Heat Stabilised Polypropylene
Cages/Core: Heat Stabilised Polypropylene
Features and Benefits
- High flow rates and low pressure drops ideal for vent applications
Temperature resistant - Polyphenylene Sulphide membrane supports ensure minimal oxidation of materials
- Polypropylene hardware manufactured with added antioxidant to extend lifetime in high temperature environments
- Validated*1 removal of bacteria and bacteriophage for consistent and reliable performance
- Fully Integrity Testable – Water Intrusion, Bubble Point and Diffusional Flow values provided*1
- Thermal bonding process eliminates adhesives and ensures minimal extractables
- Unique identification mark on every cartridge to ensure traceability
Product Applications
Pharmaceuticals: Sterile filtration applications with heated vent housings
Industrial Biotechnology: Fermenter inlet/off-gas filtration
