GVS Capsflow PTFE CIK Series

CIK series - Hydrophobic ePTFE membrane Bio-burden Reduction Capsule Filters

Capsflow CIK series is family of full size capsule filters with Staubli connection at the vent, which enables in-line integrity test.
The PTFE membrane Bio-burden reduction capsule utilizes single layer hydrophobic PTFE membrane. lt offers broad chemical compatibility, high flow rate and low extractables.

Benefits

• 100% integrity tested
• FDA food contact compliant
• Thermal bonding
• Non-fiber releasing

Typical Application

• Sterile air feed
• Chemicals
• Pharmaceuticals
• Solvent

Cartridge lntegrity Test Specifications

Pore size 0.2 mm
Bubble Point ≥ 1. 2 barg (IPA/ Water)
Water intrusion ≤0.37 ml/min @ 2500 mbar/10", 22 °C
Diffusive Flow 10 ml/min @ 800 mbar/ 10", 22 °C

Capsule Integrity

• Minimum burst pressure: 123.5 psi (8.5 barg)

Construction Materials

• Filter Membrane: ePTFE
• Membrane Media Support: Polypropylene
• Capsule: Polypropylene
• Inner Core: Polypropylene
• Outer Cage: Polypropylene
• Sealing Method: Thermal Bonding

Sanitization/Sterilization

• Autoclavable

Filter Area

• 2.5’’ = 1500 cm2
• 5’’ = 2700 cm2
• 10’’ = 6300 cm2
• 20’’ = 12600 cm2
• 30’’ = 18900 cm2
• 40’’ = 25200 cm2

Fitting Option

• 1.5” TC
• 1/2” Hose Barb
• 3/4” Hose Barb

Vent/Drain Option

• Staubli
• Stepped hose barb

Toxicity

All components meet the specifications for biological safety per USP Class VI -121 °C for plastics.

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, 21 CFR.
Materials used to produce filter media and hardware are safe for use in contact with foodstuffs in accordance with EU Directives 10/2011.

Maximum Operating Conditions

• Maximum opereting pressure
Liquid: 5 bar (80psi) at 77°F/25°C
Gas: 3.5 bar (60psi) at 77°F/25°C
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 80 °C
• Autoclave at 125 °C, 30 minutes and 25 cycles
• Autoclave at 135 °C, 30 minutes and 15 cycles