Coarse Straining

Upstream protection and bulk separation

Cartridge Filtration

Precision fine and depth filtration

Membrane Technologies

Micro, ultra, nano and reverse osmosis

Pre-Treatment

Conditioning ahead of the process

Purification

Reverse osmosis and demineralization

Polishing and Service

High purity finishing and on-site support

Flotrex GF Capsule Filters (CFGF) are constructed with durable acrylic resin bonded glass microfiber media for superior performance in applications with excessive particle burden.

Specifications

Absolute Micron Rating
0.45 µm
Capsule Size
Medium
Connection
3/8″ Hose Barb
Effective Filtration Area
1765 cm² / 1.9 ft²
Length
19 – 23 cm / 7.6 – 9.1 in

Note

Trademark of General Electric Company; may be registered in one or more countries

Typical Applications

  • Pre-filtration for a wide variety of pharmaceuticals including serums, tissue culture media, and protein solutions
  • Pre- and final filtration of cosmetics
  • Pre-filtration of beverages
  • Final filtration of beverages that do not require membrane filtration
  • Filtration of water for protozoan reduction
  • Filtration of compatible paints and coatings

Additional Information

Flotrex GF 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. Alternatively, the filters may be sanitized with compatible chemical agents.

GE certifies that the materials contained in its Flotrex GF 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 GF filters meet the test criteria for USP class VI-121°C Plastics.

GE Water & Process Technologies 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.

Figures 2, 3 and 4 show the test data results of flow performance for the small, medium and large Flotrex GF Capsule Filters using a 10-inch length filter.

Line Specifications

Diameter
3.5 in / 9 mm
Filtration Media
Acrylic Resin-Bonded Glass 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
CFGF

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