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

The Purtrex depth filter (Figure 1), is an exceptional value for general applications where long life, high purity and low change-out frequency are required. Produced through GE Water & Process Technologies’ patented melt blown microfiber technology, Purtrex is a 100% pure polypropylene depth filter with exceptional dirt-holding capacity.

Specifications

Cartridge Length
25.1 cm / 9 7/8 in
End #1 Adapter
Extended Core
Nominal Micron Rating
10 µm

Note

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

Typical Applications

  • Potable water filtration
  • Chemical filtration – wide chemical compatibility
  • Plating baths
  • Amine Filtration
  • Meets FDA compliance for food and beverage contact

General Properties

Purtrex filters are available the following pore size nominal micron ratings: 1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 30, 50 and 75 microns. Tables 1, 2 and 3 further details on materials of construction, dimensions and flow performance.

Additional Information

Purtrex Depth cartridge filters are made from thermally-bonded fibers of polypropylene. GE certifies that it uses no resin binders, lubricants, antistatic or release agents or other additives in the manufacture of these cartridges, and that the resin used for manufacturing the filter media meets the food contact requirements of the U.S. FDA 21 CFR regulations. When required, specify only FDA compliant sealing materials and end adapters.

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. Please contact your GE distributor for more information.

Line Specifications

End #2 Adapter
1 inch (25.4 cm) Open End Gasket, Fin Adapter, Self Seal Spring, Solid End
Endcaps and Adapters
Polypropylene
Filtration Media
Polypropylene
Gasket Material
Santoprene (Gasket Only)
Nominal Inside Diameter
1 in / 2.5 mm
Nominal Outside Diameter
6.4 cm / 2.50 in
O-Rings Material
EPDM, Silicone
Type
PX

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