Introduction
SFG-G filters are designed for the sterilization of compressed air, nitrogen, and other gases in industries such as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, and Chemical. They utilize a hydrophobic borosilicate glass microfiber filter media validated for bacterial retention, ensuring safety and reliability.

Product Description
The filters are available in various scalable cartridges, allowing for easy production scale-up. They are constructed with polypropylene hardware and a stainless steel core, providing broad chemical compatibility and a small extractable footprint.

Documentation and Compliance
SFG-G filters are manufactured under an ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System. They comply with EU regulations for materials in contact with food and meet CFR Title 21 requirements. A Validation Guide is available for regulatory compliance.

Key Features

• Hydrophobic filter media
• Validated bacteria retention
• High flow and low pressure drop
• Reinforced end cap

Applications
These cartridges are used for sterile filtration of compressed gases and ventilation of tanks in critical applications across various industries.

Regulatory Compliance

• Meets USP<643> and USP<645> for Total Organic Carbon and Water Conductivity
• Non-fiber releasing as per 21 CFR 210,3(b)(6)
• Bacterial endotoxin levels below 0.25 EU/ml
• Bacterial Retention to ASTM F838-05
• Meets USP <88> Biological Reactivity Test for class VI-121°C plastics

Technical Data

• Micron ratings: 0.02 µm
• Cartridge lengths: 5”/10”/20”/30”/40”
• Cartridge diameter: 68.5mm
• Effective filtration area: 0.42m²
• Material: Borosilicate glass micro fiber, stainless steel core, polypropylene cage and end caps
• Maximum operating temperature: 80°C
• Maximum differential pressure: 4.0 bar @ 20°C, 2.4 bar @ 80°C
• Sterilization: 100 cycles for 30 mins @121°C

Product Configuration
Cartridges are available in various configurations with different end caps and seals, such as Silicone, EPDM, and Viton.