Pargreen Process Technologies - Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media

Constructed with gradient density thermally-bonded polypropylene microfiber media, absolute-rated Flotrex AP (FAP) filters (Figure 1) combine exceptional solids-holding capacities with precise micron retention ratings. The FAP filters are constructed of FDA acceptable high-purity polypropylene.

FAP filters are absolute-rated for air, gas and liquid filtration with low pressure drop across the wide range of 0.65 to 40 microns. Sheets of melt-blown media are layered to provide absolute particle retention, high solids loading and long service life.

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Items	FAP961A Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media	FAP961B Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media	FAP961C Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media	FAP961E Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media	FAP961F Flotrex™ AP Pleated Filters with Polypropylene Microfiber Media
Type	N/A FAP
Absolute Micron Rating	N/A 0.65 µm
Nominal Cartridge Length	N/A 10 in25 cm
End #1 Adapter¹	N/A Open End Gasket	N/A 120 O-Ring	N/A 213 O-Ring	N/A 222 O-Ring	N/A 226 O-Ring
End #2 Adapter	N/A 120 O-Ring 213 O-Ring Closed End Cap Fin Adapter Open End Gasket
Elastomer Material²	N/A Buna-N EPDM Silicone Viton	N/A Buna-N EPDM Silicone Viton	N/A Buna-N EPDM Silicone Viton	N/A Buna-N EPDM PTFE Encapsulated Viton Silicone Viton	N/A Buna-N EPDM PTFE Encapsulated Viton Silicone Viton
Filtration Media	N/A Polypropylene Microfiber
Support Layers	N/A Polypropylene Microfiber
Core and Cage	N/A Polypropylene
Endcaps and Adapters	N/A Polypropylene
Filter Model	N/A FAP96
Nominal Outside Diameter	N/A 2.75 in70 mm
Nominal Inside Diameter	N/A 1.25 in31 mm
Effective Filtration Area	N/A 4 ft²0 m²
Maximum Forward Differential Pressure @ 70ºF (21ºC)	N/A 60 psi4.14 bar
Maximum Reverse Differential Pressure @ 70ºF (21ºC)	N/A 30 psi2.07 bar
Maximum Operating Temperature at 10 psid (0.7 bar) in Water	N/A 180 ºF82 ºC
Note	N/A Trademark of General Electric Company; may be registered in one or more countries.
Typical Applications	N/A Typical Flotrex AP filtration applications include: Prefiltration and Final Chemical Filtration - broad chemical compatibility Prefiltration of Pharmaceuticals and Biological Fluids - dependable protection for final filters High Throughput for Beer Filtration
General Properties	N/A Flotrex AP filters are available the following absolute pore size micron ratings: 0.65, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 and 40 µm. Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 show further details on materials of construction, dimensions, operational limits and flow performance in air and water.
Additional Information	N/A Flotrex AP filters may be autoclaved or in situ steam sterilized (up to 257ºF [125ºC], 30-minute cycles) for a maximum accumulated exposure of 10 hours. Alternately, the filters may be sanitized with compatible chemical agents. GE certifies that the material contained in its Flotrex AP pleated filters meet U.S. FDA requirements for food contact under the applicable regulations in 21 CFR. For further information, contact GE technical services. Flotrex AP filters meet the test criteria for USP class VI-121ºC Plastics. Aqueous extracts from Flotrex AP filters contain less that 0.25 EU/ml. The filters typically exhibit low levels of non-volatile residues. 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.
¹ 222 O-Ring Stainless Steel Support Ring or 226 O-Ring Stainless Steel Support Ring adapters normally require Closed End Cap or Fin Adapters. ² PTFE end Viton are registered trademarks of DuPont.