Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media

FAP filters are absolute-rated for air, gas and liquid filtration with low pressure drop across the wide range of 0.65 to 40 microns. Sheets of melt-blown media are layered to provide absolute particle retention, high solids loading and long service life.

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Typical Applications

Typical Flotrex AP filtration applications include:

• Prefiltration and Final Chemical Filtration – broad chemical compatibility
• Prefiltration of Pharmaceuticals and Biological Fluids – dependable protection for final filters
• High Throughput for Beer Filtration

General Properties

Flotrex AP filters are available the following absolute pore size micron ratings: 0.65, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 and 40 µm. Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 show further details on materials of construction, dimensions, operational limits and flow performance in air and water.

Additional Information

• Flotrex AP filters may be autoclaved or in situ steam sterilized (up to 257°F [125°C], 30-minute cycles) for a maximum accumulated exposure of 10 hours. Alternately, the filters may be sanitized with compatible chemical agents.
• GE certifies that the material contained in its Flotrex AP pleated filters meet U.S. FDA requirements for food contact under the applicable regulations in 21 CFR. For further information, contact GE technical services. Flotrex AP filters meet the test criteria for USP class VI-121°C Plastics.
• Aqueous extracts from Flotrex AP filters contain less that 0.25 EU/ml. The filters typically exhibit low levels of non-volatile residues.
• GE filter cartridges 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.