Brief Introduction

Sanitary Filter Element is a precision filtration component specifically designed for applications requiring strict hygiene standards in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and biotechnology. Manufactured using FDA-compliant materials and sanitary design principles, it ensures the removal of contaminants while maintaining product purity and process integrity.

The element typically features a pleated configuration with specialized filter media (e.g., PES, PVDF, or Nylon), enclosed within a polypropylene or stainless steel cage. Its core-cless design and smooth surface finish facilitate optimal flow characteristics and thorough cleaning, supporting Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Sterilize-in-Place (SIP) processes.

Features

1. Exceptional Hygienic Design

Smooth surface finish (Ra ≤ 0.8 µm) prevents bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation

Coreless construction eliminates internal cavities where contaminants could accumulate

Fully drainable design ensures complete fluid removal during process cycles

2. Superior Filtration Performance

High filtration efficiency (up to 99.99% for particles ≥ 0.1 µm)

Low protein binding characteristics for biopharmaceutical applications

Consistent pore size distribution ensures reliable particle retention

3. Broad Chemical Compatibility

Resistant to a wide range of process fluids, including acids, bases, and solvents

Withstands aggressive cleaning agents and high-temperature sterilization

Maintains integrity after repeated CIP/SIP cycles

4. Regulatory Compliance

Meets FDA 21 CFR 177 requirements for food contact applications

Compliant with USP Class VI standards for pharmaceutical use

Conforms to cGMP, EHEDG, and 3-A Sanitary Standards

5. Operational Efficiency

High dirt-holding capacity extends service life

Low pressure drop reduces energy consumption

Easy installation and replacement minimize downtime

Application Scenarios

Pharmaceutical Industry: Purified water filtration, buffer solution sterilization, fermentation air filtration

Food & Beverage: Product final filtration, CIP return filtration, ingredient purification

Biotechnology: Cell culture media filtration, harvest fluid clarification, buffer sterilization

Cosmetics: Raw material filtration, product polishing, water purification