FBT/FCT/FPT/FET/LCT
Pharma&Biotech, Microelectronics, Food & Beverage, Fine Chemical
Membrane Filter Cartridges
PTFE
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Compressed Air &Gas
& Solvent Filtration
The Hydrophobic PTFE Filter Cartridge provides outstanding chemical
resistance to aggressive solvents, corrosives, and oxidizers. Its inherent
hydrophobicity is optimized for gas filtration and harsh liquid
applications. With high heat tolerance, it supports repeated steam
sterilization. Each unit is pre-shipment integrity tested to ensure
reliability in pharmaceutical, chemical, and industrial processes.
• Sterile Venting for Fermentation Gases
• CO₂ Sterilization for Carbonated Beverages
• Sterile Compressed Air for Packaging & Processing
• Flavor-Safe Filtration of High-Proof Alcohols
• Microbial Reduction Filtration in Bottled Water
• Aggressive Organic Solvent Filtration
• Ultrapure Chemical Particle Removal
• High-Polarity Solvent Filtration
• Process Stream Filtration for Catalyst Recovery
• Oil, Water & Particle Removal from Process Gases
• Sterile Hydrophobic Tank Breather Venting
• Sterilizing-Grade API & Solvent Filtration
• Process Solvent Filtration
• Sterile Air Inlet Filtration for Sterilizers
• Process Gas Sterilization for Aseptic Operations
• Sterile Filtration for High-Purity Process Gases
• Final Filtration of UHP Chemicals
• CMP Slurry Filtration for Planarization
• Photoresist & Solvent Filtration
• Point-of-Use Filtration in Chemical Delivery Systems
• DI Water Final Polish Filtration
The LC-Series PTFE filter cartridge features ultra-high chemical stability and strong hydrophobicity, making it an essential gas filtration component for fluorinated fluid immersion liquid cooling. It can be used in scenarios such as exhaust vents, balance pipes, and system ventilation to prevent moisture and particulates from entering the refrigerant, providing semiconductor-grade particle control and protecting the purity and dielectric properties of HFE/HFO coolants. The cartridge features ultra-low extractables, high temperature tolerance, and each unit is independently tested before leaving the factory to ensure long-term stable operation.
Product Features
Strong chemical corrosion resistance;
Strong hydrophobicity, preventing pressure drop fluctuations caused by rapid liquid wetting;
Ultra-high cleanliness and extremely low extractables, ensuring no pollution to the coolant;
Stainless steel cage option can withstand high temperatures (80–150°C), suitable for extreme environments;
Customizable interface sizes and forms for volume customers.
Pore Size (µm): 0.02 • 0.05 • 0.1 • 0.22 • 0.45 • 1.0 • 3.0 • 5.0• 10
Broadest Chemical Compatibility: Resists virtually all aggressive solvents and chemicals.
Absolute Hydrophobicity:
Ideal for gas filtration; will not wet out or block with water.
Excellent Thermal Stability:
Can withstand repeated steam sterilization (SIP) and high process temperatures.
Low Extractables:
Critical for pharmaceutical, biotech, and microelectronics applications.
High Particle Removal Efficiency: Provides reliable sterilization and particle control.
MEMBRANE | Hydrophobic PTFE |
CAGE & SUPPORT & END CAPS | PP |
O-RINGS/GASKET | Silicone/Viton/EPDM/TEV |
PP | <60 ℃ |
PP WITH STAINLESS STEEL LINED END CAP | <85 ℃ |
PP WITH STAINLESS STEEL LINING | <95 ℃ |
POSITIVE/REVERSE PRESSURE RESISTANCE | 4 bar/2 bar (23 ℃) |
STEAM STERILIZATION | 123 ℃@30 min(for FPT Series) |
OUTER DIAMETER | 68 mm/70 mm |
LENGTH | 10", 20", 30", 40" |
ENDOTOXIN | <0.25 EU/ml |
EXTRACTABLE | ≤50 mg/10" |
SERIES | MATERIAL | RATING(μm) | END CAP | LENGTH(in) | SUPPORT | SEAL | PORT |
Electronics | PTFE | 0.1μm | 222/Fin | 2.5'' | PP | Silicone | Interface lining steel |
Phamarmical | 0.22μm | 222/Flat | 5'' | PBT | EPDM | Fully lining | |
Chemical | 0.01μm | 226/Fin | 10'' | PVDF | Viton | Skeleton lining | |
Beverage | 1.0μm | 226/Flat | 20'' | PFA | TEV | ||
3.0μm | DOE/Flat | 30'' | PE | Butyronitrile | |||
10μm | 215/Fin | 40'' | GF | PTFE | |||
0.22+0.22μm | 215/Flat | PTFE gasket (soft) | |||||
M20 | Metal-graphite Wound | ||||||
M30 | |||||||
216/Fin | |||||||
216/Flat | |||||||
M15 | |||||||
Insertion Type | |||||||
Barbed Type |
What is a hydrophobic PTFE filter cartridge mainly used for?
A hydrophobic PTFE filter cartridge is mainly used for filtration of compressed air, process gases, vent streams, and organic solvents. The naturally hydrophobic PTFE membrane resists wetting by water while providing strong chemical resistance, making it suitable for pharmaceutical, chemical, food and beverage, microelectronics, and other demanding gas or solvent filtration applications.
How do I choose the right micron rating for a PTFE filter cartridge?
The correct micron rating depends on the required retention level, filtration objective, process gas or liquid, contamination load, flow rate, and downstream cleanliness requirements. Fine ratings such as 0.22 μm are commonly selected where higher microbial or particle retention is required, while other grades may be used for prefiltration or less critical particle-control applications.
Can a hydrophobic PTFE filter cartridge be used for both gases and solvents?
Yes, hydrophobic PTFE is well suited to gas filtration and can also be used with many organic solvents because of its broad chemical resistance. However, compatibility should always be checked against the actual solvent, concentration, temperature, contact time, seal material, and cartridge construction before use in a specific process.
Why is hydrophobic PTFE suitable for sterile vent and compressed-air filtration?
Hydrophobic PTFE resists water intrusion while allowing gas to pass through the membrane, which helps maintain filtration performance in venting and compressed-air applications. Combined with fine particle retention, low extractables, and good thermal stability, it is suitable for sterile tank venting, process air filtration, and other gas applications where contamination control is important.
Can the PTFE filter cartridge be steam sterilized?
For the FPT Series, the listed steam sterilization condition is 123°C for 30 minutes. Actual sterilization suitability depends on the cartridge configuration, seal material, support structure, sterilization cycle, and number of repeated exposures. The selected PTFE filter cartridge should therefore be confirmed against the actual sterilization procedure before use.
When should a hydrophobic PTFE filter cartridge be replaced?
Replacement should be based on process performance and validated operating limits rather than a fixed service time. Typical indicators include increasing differential pressure, reduced gas or liquid flow, loss of required retention performance, or failure to meet process specifications. Service life depends on contamination load, operating conditions, sterilization cycles, and chemical exposure.