Our Arc Xfilter® Series Filter Membranes are constructed from pharmaceutical-grade filter media, available in single-layer or multi-layer composite configurations, each edge-sealed with hygienic silicone. Paired with our dedicated filtration housing and supporting multiple filtration modes, they enable inline collection and separation of solids from the feed stream, making them ideal for microbial filtration and general filtration applications in biopharmaceutical processing.
Features
CIP and SIP compatible, with steam sterilization at 121℃ for 30 min to maintain sterility through collection and separation
Single-use design requiring no cleaning validation and no downtime between runs
Wide membrane grade choice in single-layer or multi-layer composite to suit different production processes
Simple installation and operation
Fully sealed, zero-exposure collection and separation with minimal biohazard risk
Application Scenarios
In-line collection and separation of solids in salting-out, acid precipitation, alcohol precipitation and similar steps.
In-line collection and separation of solids in crystallization processes.
In-line collection of cells from yeast, E. coli and other bacterial broths.
Multi-step clarification of bio-fermentation broths.
Technical Specifications
Item
Description
Filter Media
High-purity cellulose fibers, inorganic filter aids
Seal Material
Silicone
Membrane Dimensions
500mm*300mm
Filtration Area
0.15㎡
Max Forward
Differential Pressure
Microbial filtration:1.5 bar(21.7psid)at 25 ℃
General filtration:3 bar(43.4psid)at 25 ℃
Steam Sterilization
121℃ ,30 min
Hot Water Sanitization
85℃ for 30 min, differential pressure not exceeding 21.7 psid (1.5 bar)
Max Operating Temperature
130℃
Rinse Volume
Single layer: rinse with 25–50 L/m2 water at 1.3× standard flow rate
Double layer: rinse with 50–100 L/m2 water at 1.3× standard flow rate
For high-alcohol solutions and products where water rinsing is not permitted, use in circulation and flush the rinse solution clean afterward.
Toxicity Testing
Component materials comply with USP Class VI and pass USP <88>; filter media extractables meet FDA CFR 177.2260 limits for filters
Bacterial Endotoxins
LAL test on filtrate: endotoxin content < 0.25 EU/ml
Oxidizable Substances
Rinsed with WFI at 500 l/㎡/h, test result negative
Packaging
10 pcs/pack
Other
Ordering Information
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