PreFilteration, Filter Capsule, Polypropylene Membrane, Kleenpak HDC II Capsule, 10um,Hose Barb,1Pk SKU: KA3J100P6

Polypropylene (PP) Capsule Filters - KA3J100P6

Polypropylene capsule filters serve as robust prefiltration and clarification devices for chemical processing, ink filtration, and industrial fluid treatment applications. Polypropylene capsule construction withstands repeated autoclave sterilization cycles, supporting reuse protocols in applications where single-use economics are not favorable. The outcome is a validated filtration barrier that arrives ready for process integration, supporting the single-use manufacturing strategies adopted by modern pharmaceutical and biotechnology facilities.

Key Polypropylene (PP) Membrane Characteristics

• Rated for operating pressures up to 60 psi, the capsule housing withstands the system pressures encountered in peristaltic pump, pressure vessel, and gravity-feed filtration configurations.
• The hydrophobic polypropylene matrix provides effective filtration of organic solvents and non-aqueous process fluids without the pre-wetting steps required for aqueous applications.
• Single-layer membrane construction provides direct, absolute retention at the rated pore size without the additional flow resistance introduced by upstream prefilter layers.
• The 121 degree Celsius temperature limit ensures reliable capsule performance for ambient and moderately heated filtration applications.
• Polypropylene capsule filters serve as effective guard filters upstream of sensitive analytical instruments and sterilizing-grade membrane devices, removing gross particulates that would cause premature fouling.

Key Capsule Construction Features

• The sealed polypropylene housing is individually integrity-tested during manufacturing, verifying membrane installation and housing seal quality before the device leaves the production facility.
• Thermally fused polypropylene construction eliminates adhesives, binders, and O-rings from the fluid path, reducing extractable contamination and simplifying material qualification.
• Single-use polypropylene capsule construction eliminates cleaning validation requirements, reducing the regulatory burden and turnaround time associated with reusable stainless steel filter housings.
• Hose barb connections enable direct integration with flexible tubing systems commonly used in laboratory and pilot-scale filtration setups.

As batch volumes and regulatory expectations continue to grow, your capsule filter selection becomes a process design decision that affects sterility assurance, product recovery, and operational cost per liter filtered. If your process generates high particulate loads or involves chemically aggressive fluids, polypropylene capsule construction provides the chemical breadth and dirt-holding capacity your clarification step requires. Secure your research outcomes by partnering with a filtration solution that understands your need for speed, accuracy, and reproducibility.

Sterilization Guidance

Standard autoclave cycles at 121 degrees Celsius are compatible with the polypropylene housing and membrane assembly, allowing preparation for sterile applications at the point of use.

For more information about chemical compatibility, please review our Chemical Compatibility Chart.

Capsule Format

Kleenpak HDC II

Compliance Standards

USP Class VI <121°C>

Construction

Polypropylene

Filling Bell (Yes/ No)

No

Filtration Area

1300 cm²

Inlet Connection

Hose barb

Material

PP

Maximum Operating Pressure

60 psi

Maximum Operating Temperature (°C)

121 °C

Outlet Connection

Hose barb

Pack Count

1

Pore Size (µm)

10

Prefilter (Yes/No)

No

Sterility

Nonsterile

Sterilization

Autoclave

Vent (Yes/ No)

No

Wettability

Hydrophobic

• Prefiltration - Coarse particle removal upstream of final membrane filters to extend downstream filter service life and throughput.
• Food and Beverage - Clarification of beverages, process water, and food-grade fluids using chemically compatible polypropylene media.
• Chemical Clarification - Removal of suspended solids from aggressive chemical solutions across the full pH range from acids to bases.
• Water Treatment - Prefiltration and clarification of process water streams in manufacturing, laboratory, and utility system applications.
• Ink Filtration - Clarification of printing inks, coatings, and pigment suspensions requiring broad chemical compatibility and high loading.
• Industrial Fluids - High-capacity filtration of process chemicals, rinse water, and industrial solutions requiring aggressive chemical resistance.