Bev-Rite Polyethersulfone for Food & Beverage Bioburden Reduction
Strainrite's Bev-Rite pleated membrane filters are specifically engineered to provide a barrier to beverage spoiling micro-organisms. The Bev-Rite bio-reduction filter incorporates a highly asymmetric polyethersulfone membrane within our exclusive pleat support configuration, creating one of the industry's most rugged bacteria removal filters.
Technical Specifications
Filtration Performance
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Absolute Rated Retention | 0.2, 0.45, 0.65, 0.8 |
| 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 |
BVR0.2: Bubble point 50 psig in water, test pressure 40 psig, air diffusion <100 mL/min BVR0.45: Bubble point 38 psig in water, test pressure 30 psig, air diffusion <100 mL/min BVR0.65: Bubble point 26 psig in water, test pressure 23 psig, air diffusion <100 mL/min BVR0.8: Bubble point 16 psig in water, test pressure 20 psig, air diffusion <100 mL/min |
| Microbiological Performance (LRV) |
BVR 0.2 — Brevundimonas diminuta: LRV >7 log BVR 0.2 — Serratia marcescens: LRV >7 log BVR 0.2 — Lactobacillus higardii: LRV >7 log BVR 0.2 — Saccharomyces cerevisiae: LRV >8 log BVR 0.45 — Saccharomyces cerevisiae: LRV >7 log BVR 0.65 — Saccharomyces cerevisiae: LRV >7 log |
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; component materials meet "non-fiber releasing" criteria as defined in 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
This exceptionally robust filter design means filter performance will remain effective after multiple steam sterilization cycles. Every Bev-Rite filter is integrity tested and flushed with high purity water to assure product performance and purity.
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-Rite cartridges are manufactured in a facility whose quality management system is approved by an accredited registering body to the ISO 9001:2008 standard
Bev-Rite cartridges are 100% integrity tested and DI flushed
Recommended Vessels
Vessels and housings recommended for use with this product.
Markets & Applications
Food and Beverage
