Bev-MAXX

Strainrite's Bev-MAXX pleated membrane filters are specifically engineered to provide an absolute barrier to beverage spoiling micro-organisms. The Bev-MAXX incorporates a highly asymmetric polyethersulfone membrane within our exclusive pleat support configuration creating one of the industry's most rugged yeast removal filters. This exceptionally robust filter design means filter performance will remain effective after multiple steam sterilization cycles.

Bev-MAXX

Technical Specifications

Filtration Performance

Specification Detail
Absolute Rated Retention 0.2, 0.45, 0.65
Maximum Differential Pressure Forward: 75 psid (5.1 bar) @ 75°F (24°C), 40 psid (2.8 bar) @ 180°F (82°C)
Reverse: 50 psid (3.4 bar) @ 75°F (24°C)
Maximum Operating Temperature 180°F (82°C) continuous duty
Integrity Test Values BVM0.2: Bubble point 50 psig in water, test pressure 40 psig, air diffusion <16 mL/min
BVM0.45: Bubble point 29 psig in water, test pressure 23 psig, air diffusion ≤13.5 mL/min
BVM0.65: Bubble point 26 psig in water, test pressure 20 psig, air diffusion ≤14 mL/min

Materials & Compliance

Specification Detail
Filter Media Polyethersulfone
End Caps Polypropylene
Pleat Support Material Polypropylene
Cage/Core Polypropylene
Seals EPDM, Silicone
Reinforcing Ring 316 stainless steel
Construction Method Thermal bond
Regulatory Compliance All materials listed in Title 21 of the US Code of Federal Regulations 177-182; component materials meet USP Class VI biosafety criteria and non-fiber releasing criteria per 21 CFR 210.3 (B) (6)

Advanced Features

Specification Detail
Sterilization Cartridge can be sterilized via steam or autoclave: 20 times at 275°F (135°C). Cartridge may be sanitized in place with common sanitizing agents; contact factory for chemical compatibility.
Packaging Economy Bulk packaging in case quantities to reduce material disposal: 5 inch - 48 per carton | 10 inch - 24 per carton | 20 inch - 12 per carton | 30 inch - 12 per carton | 40 inch - 9 per carton

Physical Specifications

Specification Detail
Outside Diameter 2.7" (6.87 cm)
Approximate Surface Area 7 square feet per 10" equivalent
Lengths 5 inch (12.7 cm), 10 inch (25.4 cm), 20 inch (50.8 cm), 30 inch (76.2 cm), 40 inch (102 cm)

Product Overview

Every Bev-MAXX filter is integrity tested and flushed with high purity water to assure product performance and purity. Integrity test parameters have been correlated to microbiological retention for all of our membrane filters (refer to microbiological performance chart).

Features & Benefits

Absolute-rated and integrity tested membrane provides reliable, consistent and repeatable filtrate to ensure microbiological stability

Low pressure drops yield higher flow rates and reduced processing time

Non-fiber shedding polypropylene support materials eliminate fiber migration

Maximum pleat design for greater surface area, ensuring longer service life, fewer change outs and reduced operating costs

100% thermally bonded construction

High strength design allowing for extended use and multi autoclave and hot water sanitization cycles

316 stainless steel insert standard

All materials are listed in Title 21 of the US Code of Federal Regulations 177-182

Component materials meet the biosafety criteria of the USP reactivity test for Class VI plastics

Component materials meet the "non-fiber releasing" criteria as defined in 21 CFR 210.3 (B) (6)

Bev-MAXX cartridges are manufactured in a facility whose quality management system is approved by an accredited registering body to the ISO 9001:2008 standard

Bev-MAXX cartridges are 100% integrity tested and DI flushed

Recommended Vessels

Vessels and housings recommended for use with this product.

Markets & Applications

Food & Beverage