ABB CARTRIDGE20UM5-PENTEK Pentair Pentek 20 Micron Filter Cartridge

Description

Technical Specifications

• Filtration Rating: 20 micron (nominal)
• Filter Media: Thermally bonded polypropylene microfibers (gradient density structure)
• Dimensions: 20 inches (508 mm) length, 2.5 inches (63.5 mm) outer diameter
• Core Material: Rigid polypropylene center core (high collapse strength)
• End Caps: Polypropylene (chemical-resistant, secure sealing)
• Seals: Buna-N gaskets (top and bottom) for leak-proof installation
• Flow Rate: Up to 10 gpm (37.85 L/min) at <0.6 psi (0.04 bar) pressure drop
• Operating Temperature: 40°F to 175°F (4.4°C to 79.4°C)
• Pressure Rating: Maximum 125 psi (8.6 bar) operating pressure
• Dirt-Holding Capacity: High-capacity design for extended service life
• Material Compliance: 100% pure polypropylene, FDA-compliant for food contact
• Service Life: 3–6 months (varies by application and fluid quality)
• Compatibility: Fits standard 20-inch filter housings (ABB and Pentair systems)
• Weight: 0.8 kg (net weight)
• Construction: Continuous fiber, thermally bonded (no resin binders, minimal fiber release)

Functional Features

• Gradient Density Filtration: Multi-layer polypropylene microfiber structure with increasing density from outer to inner layers, capturing particles of varying sizes and maximizing dirt-holding capacity.
• High Flow Efficiency: Low pressure drop design maintains consistent flow rates even with high contaminant loading, reducing energy consumption in fluid systems.
• Chemical Resistance: 100% polypropylene construction resists a wide range of chemicals, acids, and solvents, ensuring compatibility with diverse process fluids.
• Bacterial Resistance: Non-porous polypropylene material inhibits bacterial growth, preventing biofouling and maintaining fluid purity.
• No Taste/Odor Transfer: Pure polypropylene media does not impart taste, odor, or color to filtered liquids, ideal for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications.
• Rigid Core Support: Reinforced polypropylene center core provides exceptional collapse strength, preventing cartridge deformation under high pressure and ensuring uniform filtration.
• Leak-Proof Sealing: Precision-molded end caps and Buna-N gaskets create a tight seal in filter housings, eliminating fluid bypass and ensuring full filtration efficiency.
• Easy Installation: Standard 20-inch size fits most industrial filter housings, enabling quick replacement and minimizing system downtime.
• Extended Service Life: High dirt-holding capacity reduces replacement frequency, lowering maintenance costs and operational disruptions.
• FDA Compliance: Meets U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards for food contact materials, suitable for sanitary processing applications.

Application Scenarios

• Industrial Water Treatment: Pre-filtration for cooling water, boiler feedwater, and process water systems, removing sediment, rust, and scale to protect pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Filtration of drinking water, beverage ingredients, and process fluids in breweries, dairies, and food processing plants, ensuring product purity and compliance with food safety standards.
• Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology: Purification of water for injection (WFI), buffer solutions, and laboratory fluids, maintaining sterile conditions and preventing particulate contamination in production processes.
• Chemical Processing: Filtration of chemical solvents, acids, and process fluids in manufacturing plants, protecting reactors, filters, and analytical equipment from particulate damage.
• Power Generation: Pre-filtration for turbine cooling water, condensate systems, and boiler water treatment, reducing maintenance and extending equipment lifespan in power plants.
• Oil & Gas Industry: Filtration of produced water, hydraulic fluids, and drilling fluids, removing solids and contaminants to protect pumps, pipelines, and processing equipment.
• Marine & Offshore Applications: Seawater pre-filtration for desalination systems, ballast water treatment, and shipboard fluid systems, resisting corrosion and ensuring reliable operation at sea.
• Mining & Mineral Processing: Filtration of process water and slurry in mining operations, removing suspended solids to protect pumps, pipelines, and mineral processing equipment.
• Pulp & Paper Manufacturing: Filtration of process water and chemicals in paper production, preventing particulate buildup on machinery and ensuring product quality.
• Residential & Commercial Water Filtration: Whole-house water filtration systems, removing sediment and impurities to improve water quality and protect plumbing fixtures.