SPHMF Pleated Cartridge Filters with hydrophilic PTFE membrane are 100% integrity tested, it is constructed of single-layer hydrophilic PTFE membrane. It offers broad chemical compatibility, higher filter area with high flow rates at low pressure drop, and low extractables.

Typical Application：
Process Water
Vinegar
Aqueous solutions
Beer, Wine and Spirits
Juice, Soft Drinks, Edible Oils
Bulk Chemicals
Pharmaceutical intermediates

Toxity： 
All components meet the specifications for biological safety per USP Class VI-121℃ for plastics.

Maximum Operating Parameters：
Differential Pressure
• Forward 50 psid (3.4 bard) at 20℃ (68°F)
• Reverse 40psid (2.7 bard) at 20℃ (68°F)
Operating Temperature 82℃ (180°F) at 10 psid (0.69 barg) in water
Recommended Change out Pressure: 35psid (2.4barg)

Sanitization/Sterilization：  
Filtered Hot Water 90℃ (194°F), 30 minutes, multiple cycles, max 3 psid forward flow.
Autoclave 121° (250°F), 30 min, multiple cycles.
In-line Steam 135° (275°F), 30 min, multiple cycles.

Construction Materials：
Filter Membrane: Hydrophilic PTFE Membrane
Media Support: Polypropylene
End Caps: Polypropylene
Inner Core: Polypropylene
Outer Cage: Polypropylene
Sealing Method: Thermal Bonding
O-rings: Buna, Viton (or FKM), EP, Silicone, Encapsulated Silicone, Encapsulated Viton (or FKM)

Food Safety Compliance：
Materials of construction comply with FDA regulations for food and beverage contact use as detailed in the US Code of Federal Regulations, 21CFR.Materials used to produce filter media and hard ware are safe for use in contact with foodstuffs in accordance with EU Directives 10/2011.

Integrity （Wetted membrane）