Description
HIGH FLOW BIO-X is an advanced gas filtration cartridge that combines proven depth filter technology with pleated construction to deliver reliable microbial retention down to 0.01 micron in gas applications.
With flow rates typically 2–3 times higher than conventional membrane filters, HIGH FLOW BIO-X helps reduce overall cartridge usage and allows for more compact filtration system designs in fermentation, food and beverage, and bioprocessing applications.
The filter media is treated with a specially developed PTFE impregnation process, providing permanent hydrophobicity and enhanced mechanical strength to the borosilicate microfiber structure. This ensures consistent performance in demanding applications such as sterile gas delivery for filling machines and critical processing environments.
Advanced PTFE-Impregnated Microfiber Technology
The filter media is constructed from borosilicate microfibers treated with a proprietary PTFE impregnation process, delivering:
- Permanent hydrophobic performance
- Enhanced mechanical strength
- Reliable microbial and viral retention
- Consistent gas flow under high-demand conditions
This advanced structure ensures dependable sterile gas delivery even in high-humidity or high-throughput systems.
Key Features and Benefits
- High flow pleated depth filter design
- Retention efficiency down to 0.01 micron (gas applications)
- 94% void volume PTFE-impregnated borosilicate microfiber media
- Wide-bore cartridge construction for maximum flow performance
- Stainless steel inner core for structural integrity
- Exceptionally low pressure drop across service life
- Fully validated for aerosolized bacterial and viral challenge testing
- Reduces filter housing size and cartridge consumption
- Ideal for sterile gas applications in bioprocessing and food & beverage
Typical Applications
HIGH FLOW BIO-X cartridges are widely used in:
- Fermentation air and gas sterilization
- Sterile air supply for filling machines
- Compressed air and process gas filtration
- Food and beverage sterile gas systems
- Biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments
Materials of Construction
- Filtration Media: PTFE-impregnated borosilicate microfiber
- Upstream Support: Polypropylene
- Downstream Support: Polypropylene
- Inner Core: 316L stainless steel
- Outer Cage: Polypropylene
- End Caps: Polypropylene
- End Cap Insert: 316L stainless steel
- Standard Seals: Silicone
All materials comply with 21 CFR Part 177, EC 1935/2004, USP Class VI (121°C), and ISO 10993 equivalents, supporting use in regulated and hygienic applications.
Operating Conditions
- Maximum differential pressure (outside to in): 3.5 bar (50.76 psi) at 70°C (158°F)
- Maximum continuous operating temperature: 70°C (158°F)
Filtration Area
- 10” (250 mm) cartridge: 0.38 m² (4.09 ft²) effective filtration area
Sterilization Capability
HIGH FLOW BIO-X cartridges are compatible with:
- In situ steam sterilization
- Autoclaving up to 142°C (287.6°F)
- Up to 150 sterilization cycles
Sterilization Capability
HIGH FLOW BIO-X cartridges are compatible with:
- In situ steam sterilization
- Autoclaving up to 142°C (287.6°F)
- Up to 150 sterilization cycles