< PreviousFiltration Systems APX® HIGH-CAPACITY ELEMENT SPECIFICATIONS • Available in three sizes: APX-728: 7”Dia. x 28”L APX-412: 4”Dia. x 12”L APX-422: 4”Dia. x 22”L • Materials of Construction: 100% Polypropylene • All materials are FDA listed for food contact in Title 21 of U.S. Code of Federal Regulations • Absolute-rated efficiency of 99% available in seven-micron ratings: 0.5, 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100. (ASTM F 795 Test) • Maximum Flow Rate (water) APX-728: 90gpm APX-412: 20gpm APX-422: 30gpm • Maximum Operating Temperature 176°F/80°C • Maximum Recommended Change-out Differential 35 psid • Maximum Differential Pressure of the APX ® element 50 psid at 68°F and 45 psid at 120°F • PurSeal ® flange provides hydrostatic compression seal when used in our Over-The-Top ® design housings, eliminating bypass of unfiltered liquid downstream • EPR/EPDM standard gasket material 10 LARGE DIAMETER, DROP-IN CARTRIDGE FILTER ELEMENT Advanced filter technology specifically designed for Over-The-Top® Vessel Systems FEATURES • Inside to outside flow configuration allows the finest micron retention to have the greatest allocation of surface area • Graded-design, controlled porosity depth media for precise particle retention and consistent performance • Deep-pleated design and structurally reinforced upstream/downstream for product stability • Long cycle times and enhanced life make them more economical than using standard cartridge filters • Greater surface area due to larger physical size compared to other competitive products, providing lower cost-per-gallon to filter • Retrofits most standard #2, #4 & #5 size filter housings, avoiding the capital expense of new equipment • Easy to use drop-in design requires no support basket for use, further reducing pressure buildup • Filtered solids are contained within the element, so removal of the cartridge fully eliminates vessel cleaning APX Filter Element combines large surface area and high flow rate to provide massive solids loading with longer run times in a unique, oversized drop-in design. Easy to use drop-in design requires no support basket.TERMINOLOGY & FEATURES OVER-THE-TOP® DESIGN FILTER HOUSINGS The Over-The-Top® Housing Design, featured on all Filtration Systems vessels, maximizes filtration performance by preventing bypass of unfiltered liquid. When the vessel is closed, the machined face of the lid compresses the top of the Zero-Bypass® or PurSeal® bag collar, forming an absolute seal. As there is no “dead space” between the top of the collar and the housing lid, unfiltered liquid cannot accumulate in the housing, eliminating clean-up of the vessel interior during change-out. The used filter bag or element, containing filtered solids, is simply removed and replaced. FILTER BAG FEATURES Graded-Density, Composite Layer Design Technology™ Individual layers of absolute rated media, sequenced in a proprietary array, are ultrasonically laminated and constructed with patented techniques that form our high performance filter bags. Final layers of dense media on the downstream side, preceded by higher lofted upstream layers, having high void volume, achieve an ideal balance of dirt-holding capacity, efficiency and mechanical strength. IP Series-Integrated Polymeric Support® and Delta-P Insert (DP) A structural layer, ultrasonically laminated within the internal composite of the filter, allows the bag to sustain significantly greater differential pressure before change-out is required, without increasing initial pressure drop. Longer run times allow enhanced solids loading. IP is a standard feature on Ultrafit 100, Ultrafit 500, Ultrafit 500 EXP, 800 Series, and Accufit Welded Filter Bags. EXP® Series The EXP filter bag is comprised of multiple layers of the same micron rated filter media, exponentially increasing the efficiency and performance ratings of the Ultrafit Welded High Performance Liquid Filter Bag. The use of redundant layers of the same porosity makes the EXP bag ideally suited for use as a final or polishing filter, when precise, sub-micron retention is required. IP- Integrated Polymeric Support™ is a standard feature of Ultrafit EXP Filter Bag. EXP Series is available in the Ultrafit 500 and Ultrafit 800 sub-micron rated filter bags. FILTER MEDIA Meltblown Microfiber Filter Media The meltblown production method generates fine fibers, with precise diameters, extruded from molten polymer resin. Uniform diameter fibers, with controlled web formation, accurately establish the porosity of the filter media. These microfibers are thermally bonded to each other, and then calendered into layers, forming a non-woven web. This web, having high void volume, is capable of capturing large amounts of solids. The bonding process prevents fiber migration and creates a fixed pore structure, adding mechanical strength. Filtration occurs by deposition of particles throughout the depth of the media; as a result, microfiber cannot be washed or reused. Filtration Systems offers Ultrafit Welded Polypropylene and Nylon microfiber filter bags, manufactured with 100% FDA compliant materials. Disposable, single-use bags are available in absolute ratings of .2 to 200 micron, with efficiencies of 97% to 99.98%. Thermally Bonded Continuous Filament A non-woven filter media fabricated from filaments that are formed, extruded and thermally bonded. This production method yields finer fiber diameters controlling the apertures that more accurately establish porosity. The resulting filter fabric has greater flexibility and tensile strength. Filtration Systems offers Accufit Welded SuperBond filter bags in Polypropylene or Nylon materials; in ratings from 1 to 100 Micron with 90% efficiency ratings. Needled Felt Filter Media A filter media constructed of interlocking fibers, mechanically bound to a web. Needled felt features a three-dimensional porous structure, creating a medium having high flow rate, solids loading, and depth filtration characteristics. Filtration occurs by capturing particles throughout the depth of the media; as a result, needled felt cannot be washed or reused. Needled felt is the most commonly used non-woven fabric for liquid filtration. Our polypropylene felt is not registered as FDA compliant, as it is manufactured with needles on a loom, requiring lubrication. Filtration Systems offers Accufit Welded polypropylene felt filter bags, in a nominal micron range of 1-200, with efficiency ratings of 60% to 70%. 1112 TEST/PROCESS EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES When choosing filter media for your application, consider the following parameters: micron rating requirement, efficiency level, particle loading (size and distribution), flow rate, pressure drop, thermal or chemical compatibility, and cost. Any combination of these factors can affect optimum performance and maximum value. Filtration Systems offers various methods to help users determine the best filter media to meet specific performance requirements. Ultrafit Welded Calibrated Test Bag Portable Test/Process System This unique and patented filter bag is an economical and rapid method for evaluating the size and distribution of solids present in a liquid. Six calibrated layers of absolute rated, melt-blown microfiber collect larger solids in the upstream section, while finer particles are captured in the downstream layers that follow. Observation of visible loading in one or more of the calibrated layers can assist users in determining the micron rating of Ultrafit Welded Liquid Filter Bags to meet their filtration needs. The Portable Test/Process System consists of two filter housings and a double-diaphragm pump, mounted on a mobile cart. This self-contained system runs on factory compressed air. A valve, located next to each vessel, allows liquid flow to be directed through either filter housing for testing or batch processing. Small quantities of liquid may be run through the smaller housing (NS-151) for sample testing, allowing validation of the filtered liquid (effluent) based upon observation or evaluation. The larger housing (NS-122) may be used with an Accufit or Ultrafit Welded filter bag, or APX cartridge Element to determine solids loading characteristics, which can be “scaled-up” (extrapolated) to provide general sizing information for full-size production applications. Additionally, filtering with an Ultrafit Calibrated Test Bag in the NS-122 allows the user to determine the micron rating of Ultrafit Welded High Performance filter bag for their process. By observing visible performance characteristics of specific filter media, users benefit by participating in their own Quality Control Testing Process. In addition to its test function capabilities, the Portable Test/Process System is a very desirable piece of equipment for any factory, due to its versatility as a “go-anywhere” portable filtering system. Filtration Systems Particle Characterization Studies Filtration Systems offers Particle Characterization Studies of liquid samples. Particle Analysis provides meaningful data, useful in identifying filtration requirements for the selection of equipment and Filter Media. Particle Analysis includes: 1. Photo-Microscopic Particle Imaging for size and distribution evaluation. 2. Electronic Particle Characterization Study of customer supplied samples(s), including particle distribution, size variance and frequency analysis. Our firm understands the need for client privacy; maintaining your trust and confidence is important to us. We do not disclose any professional or non-public information about our clients, former or current, obtained in the course of our assistance to them. Model PNS-151/122-3513 Warranty: Filtration Systems warrants our products to be free from defects in workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when used in accordance with our specific guidelines. Our only obligation and a customer’s remedy, subject to our inspection and evaluation, shall be to replace the product or refund the purchase price. Limitation of Liability: Filtration Systems shall not be held responsible or liable for any loss resulting from the resale, direct or indirect misuse, incidental or consequential damages, arising out of the use of this product. Product Identification: All Filtration Systems filter vessels have a unique serial number that can be identified by our factory. Nameplates, specifying both the serial number and maximum allowable pressure and temperature ratings, are permanently affixed to all housings. Product Specifications: With over 50 years of industry expertise and proven performance, Filtration Systems offers quality products at responsible prices. We continually strive to improve our products through ongoing research and development; therefore, we reserve the right to change specifications without notice. Intellectual Property: Filtration Systems products offer exclusive manufacturing technology. Our company is committed to protecting its patents, trademarks, and proprietary rights from those who would wrongfully use them. Partial Listing of Registered Trademarks of Mechanical Mfg. Corporation… Over-The-Top®, Ultrafit®, Accufit®, SuperBond®, APX®, AMT™, Zero-Bypass®, PurSeal®, TruSeam™, IP Series - Integrated Polymeric Support®, EXP® Series, Composite Layer Design Technology™, ELC® Engineered Laminate Composite. PORTABLE DISC FILTER HOUSING SYSTEM The Portable Disc Filter Housing System consists of a Variable Compression Disc Filter and an adjustable flow, diaphragm pump. This system is designed for sample testing, validation and optimum media selection. Applications • Collect data to determine the optimum grade of filter media for your specific requirements • Test filter media on a small scale basis for all General Filtration and Microfiltration applications • Sample small amounts of liquid for process scale-up or pilot studies, or from production runs • Evaluate the performance characteristics of Ultrafit ® and Accufit ® Welded Filter Bag products DISC FILTER HOUSING The Variable Compression Disc Filter Housing secures the Ultrafit Welded 47mm composite layer filter disc, while a small amount of liquid is filtered. Visual observation or analysis of the filtered liquid helps users select the optimum media for specific applications. Housing Design Features • Variable Compression design assures an absolute seal with media of various thickness and multiple layers • 3-Piece Housing is simple, portable, and economical to use • Threaded Compression Ring allows easy opening and closing • Stainless Steel Housing is compatible with most test liquids • 1/4" NPT Inlet and Outlet Connections • Buna-N O-Ring included Filter Disc Features • 47mm Filter Discs replicate Filtration Systems filter media with Composite Layer Design Technology ™ • Ultrasonically sealed circumference eliminates bypass and directs liquid flow through the filter disc • Available in all micron ratings of Ultrafit Welded 100, 500, and 800 Series Liquid Filter Bags • Accufit Welded Filter Discs also available Variable Compression Disc Filter Housing and 47mm Composite Layer Filter Discs Component parts of the Variable Compression Disc Filter Housing Model PNDF-4, Portable Disc Filter Housing System DISC FILTER HOUSING SYSTEMS14 Filtration Systems FILTER MEDIA PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Thermally Bonded Continuous Filament •• • • • • • • • • Laminated Monofilament Layers, Polypropylene or Nylon • Meltblown Microfiber, Polypropylene (P) or Nylon (N) PPPPPNNPP Graded-density, Composite Layer Design Technology ™ ••••• • IP -Integrated Polymeric Support ® ••• • • • • • • • Sieve Layer ••• • • • • • • • Fda Compliant Materials(CFr Title 21, Silicone Free) •• •• • • • • • • • Zero-Bypass® Bag Collar with dual Lift-Out Handles •• •• • • • • • • • efficiency rating Nominal Nominal97%99%99%99.98% 99.98% 99.9%99.9% 99.98%99% Maximum Temperature (deg. F) 180˚180˚180˚180˚180˚340˚340˚180˚180˚ available Sizes 1,2,4,5 1,2,4,51,2 1,21,2,4,5 1,2,4,51,21,21,22 LIQUID FILTER BAG COMPONENTS & SPECIFICATIONS A C C u fI T ® S u P e r B O N d ® IP A C C u fI T e x p a n d e d M e d ia u LT R A fI T ® 1 0 0 IP u LT R A fI T 5 0 0 IP u LT R A fI T 5 0 0 E X P u LT R A fI T 8 0 0 IP u LT R A fI T 8 0 0 E X P u LT R A fI T -N y L O N IP u LT R A fI T- N y L O N E X P u LT R A fI T a M T u LT R A fI T T e s t B a g S e r Ie S MICrON raTING.2.4.6.8<11251020254050100 200 400 600 MICRON RATING AVAILABILITY LarGe dIaMeTer, drOP-IN CarTrIdGe FILTer eLeMeNT NOMINaLLy raTed FILTer BaGS ACCufIT® SuPerBONd® IP •• •••• ACCufIT expanded Media •• • • • •• ••• • •• aBSOLuTe raTed HIGH PerFOrMaNCe FILTer BaGS uLTRAfIT® 100 IP •• • •••• • uLTRAfIT 500 IP •• • ••• uLTRAfIT 500 EXP • uLTRAfIT 800 IP •• • uLTRAfIT 800 EXP • uLTRAfIT NyLON IP •• ••• uLTRAfIT NyLON EXP • uLTRAfIT aMT •• • •• 180˚(P) 340˚(N) 180˚(P) 340˚(N) 1,2, 3,4,5 APX® HIGH-CAPACITY ELEMENT ••• ••••Filtration Systems FILTER MEDIA PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 15 Important Note on Chemical Compatibility: The information presented in this table is based on exposure at room temperature and is for general guidance only. In most cases, the use of specific filtering material, such as polypropylene, nylon, or cellulose, can be safely recommended without special testing. However, since many factors can affect the chemical resistance of a given product, the user under actual on-site operating conditions must determine filter bag compatibility. Factors such as degree of concentration of a substance in a fluid, temperature, and duration of exposure should be considered, as they may compromise the structural integrity and performance of the filter media. FILTer BaG SIze P2P1P4P5 MAXIMUM DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE MAXIMUM FLOW RATES ACCufIT® SuPerBONd® IP 30303030 ACCufIT expanded Media 35353535 uLTRAfIT® 100 IP 34343434 uLTRAfIT 500 EXP 3434–– uLTRAfIT 500 IP 3434–– uLTRAfIT 800 IP 30303030 uLTRAfIT 800 EXP 30303030 uLTRAfIT NyLON IP 2424–– uLTRAfIT NyLON EXP 3434–– uLTRAfIT aMT 30303030 FILTer BaG SIze gpm (water) P2P1P4P5 ACCufIT® SuPerBONd® IP 90753565 ACCufIT expanded Media 120754050 uLTRAfIT® 100 IP 60451630 uLTRAfIT 500 EXP 3015–– uLTRAfIT 500 IP 4030–– uLTRAfIT 800 IP 2012610 uLTRAfIT 800 EXP 15836 uLTRAfIT NyLON IP 4025–– uLTRAfIT NyLON EXP 2515–– uLTRAfIT aMT 2312610 (psig) Initial Pressure plus… CLaSSIFICaTIONTyPICaL eXaMPLeS BaSeS (aLKaLIeS) Amines, Ammonium Hydroxide, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Hydroxide BrINeS Calcium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Bromide, Sodium Chloride INOrGaNIC aCIdS Boric, Dilute Nitric, Dilute Sulfuric, Hydrochloric, Phosphoric OrGaNIC SOLVeNTS Alcohols, Amides Cellosolves, Esters, Esthers, Glycols, Ketones Aromatics (Benzene, Toluenes, Xylenes) Petroleum Products (Aviation Gasoline, Diesel Fuel, Kerosene) Hydrocarbons (Fats, Hexane, Octane, Oils, Petroleum Ether) Halogenated Hydrocarbons (Methylene Chloride, Perchloroethylene) SaLT SOLuTIONS Aluminum Chloride, Sodium Nitrate, Sodium Sulfate WaTer Ambient (Nylon is not recommended for hot water) Maximum temperature limits for any fluid. Requires evaluation on an individual basis. GENERAL CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY OF POLYPROPYLENE AND NYLON NyLON Testing Recommended Testing Recommended Generally Compatible Generally Compatible Generally Compatible Generally Compatible Testing Recommended Generally Compatible Generally Compatible 340˚ F180˚ F Generally Compatible Generally Compatible Testing Recommended Not Recommended Not Recommended Testing Recommended Testing Recommended Generally Compatible Generally CompatibleGenerally Compatible Generally Compatible POLyPrOPyLeNe eLeMeNT SIze 728412422 eLeMeNT SIze 728412422 APX® HIGH-CAPACITY ELEMENT 902030 APX® HIGH-CAPACITY ELEMENT 353535©2020 Mechanical Manufacturing Corp. FM-4/19 W-9/20 ISO 9001:2015 Certified The cornerstone of Filtration Systems philosophy is Customer Satisfaction. Our commitment extends to product quality, prompt delivery, and system recommendation. We serve the following industries and their distributors: • Chemical & Petrochemical Processing • Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic and Biotechnology Processing • Water Treatment, Purification and Reclamation • Food, Beverage & Fermentation • Electronic Components, Photo & Audio Visual • Surface Technology, Cleaning Machines, Nuclear • Critical Liquid Applications With over 50 years of Industry experience, Filtration Systems is ISO 9001:2015 Certified in the Design and Manufacture of Liquid Filter Housings and Media. www.filtrationsystems.comNext >