Pleated sinter filters (SF)

The SF series cartridges are manufactured with sintered metal micro-fibers, uniformly distributed to create a 3D filtering structure.
In order to offer a superior mechanical strength and a better drainability, the filter media is joined using an additional sintering process with one or two wire meshes.
In accordance with the specific application, different filter media configurations are available:
1. Mono layer for not critical application: e.g. steam.
2. Double layer for surface filtration: e.g. catalyst recovery.
3. Multi layer for depth filtration: e.g. high viscosity fluids, gel separation,...
In order to offer the highest quality product, ASCO Filtri selects for its SF series cartridges the Bekipor® filter media manufactured from Bekaert NV, world leader in sintered metal fibers production.
The SF series cartridges are specifically designed for viscous or corrosive fluids, or those with high viscosity.

• Absolute rated filtration
• 3 times greater dirt holding capacity than conventional metal cartridges
• Double the porosity and permeability than sintered metal powder cartridges
• 4 times higher flow rate than conventional metal cartridges
• No media migration or fiber release
• Excellent mechanical strength
• Reclothing design available

SPECIFICATIONS
Max. D.P	“Crimped” arrangement: 8 bar @ 25 °C “Standard” welded arrangement: 8 bar @ 25 °C “Heavy” welded arrangement: 15 bar @ 25 °C “Polymer” arrangement: 103 bar @ 25 °C
Max. Operating Temp.	316L SS: 360 °C (standard media) Inconel® 601: 560 °C Hastelloy® (Alloy HR): 600 °C Upon specific request also Fecralloy is available for use up to 1000 °C with presence of sulphur.
Grades	3, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 60, 75 µm absolute
Media	Bekipor® 316L SS, Inconel® 601, Alloy HR sintered fibers
Gasket/O-Rings	Buna-n, EPDM, Silicone, Viton, Natural rubber, PTFE, FEP encapsulated, KlingerSil®