CFAP0308Y
Part of Flotrex™ AP Capsules with Polypropylene Microfiber Media
Flotrex AP Capsule Filters (CFAP) combine the purity and reliability of all-polypropylene construction into a cost-effective filter that exhibits exceptional particle retention and service life.
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Specifications
- Absolute Micron Rating
- 3.0 µm
- Capsule Size
- Small
- Connection
- 1.5″ (38.1 mm) Sanitary Flange
- Effective Filtration Area
- 743 cm² / 1 ft²
- Housing Style
- Natural Polypropylene
- Length
- 9 – 13 cm / 3.5 – 5.0 in
Note
All products mentioned are trademarks of the General Electric Company and may be registered in one or more countries.
Features and Benefits
- Flotrex AP (CFAP) Capsules have 100% polypropylene construction
- Thermally bonded, gradient density polypropylene microfiber media
- Broad chemical compatibility
- Suitable for both gas and liquid filtration
- Consistent, precise particle retention combined with high loading capacity
- Economic alternative to membrane filters in selected applications
- Ideal for batch or small volume processes
- Optionally available with opaque housings for use with light-sensitive materials
Applications
- Filtration of fine chemicals used in electronics manufacturing
- Filtration of inks, dyes and coatings
- Pre-filtration of pharmaceuticals, biologicals and cosmetics
- Vent and process gas filtration
- Point-of-use water filtration
- Filtration of eyeglass lens monomers
Additional Information
Flotrex AP Capsule filters may be sanitized with a variety of commonly used chemical agents. The capsules may be repeatedly autoclaved (121°C 30 min) for up to 5 cycles.
GE certifies that the materials contained in its Flotrex AP Capsule filters meet U.S. FDA requirements for food contact under the applicable regulations in 21 CFR. For further information, contact the GE Technical Services Department. Flotrex AP filters meet the test criteria for USP class VI-121°C Plastics.
GE filter capsules are designed and manufactured for resistance to a wide range of chemical solutions. Conditions will vary with each application and users should carefully verify chemical compatibility. Please contact your GE distributor for more information.
Line Specifications
- Diameter
- 9 cm / 3.5 in
- Filtration Media
- Polypropylene Microfiber
- Maximum Differential Pressure @ 70°F (21°C)
- 4.1 bar / 60 psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature at ≤30 psi (2.1 bar) Operating Pressure
- 43 °C / 110 °F
- Maximum Operational Pressure @ 70°F (21°C) in Gas
- 3.8 bar / 55 psi
- Maximum Operational Pressure @ 70°F (21°C) in Liquid
- 5.5 bar / 80 psi
- Structural Components
- Polypropylene
- Support Layers
- Polypropylene Microfiber
- Type
- CFAP
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