Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter
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This advanced borosilicate glass fiber prefilter removes particulates and reduces bioburden in biological liquids to protect downstream membrane filters and equipment.
The Protec® RF microfiber glass filter is available in ratings of 0.5 µm or 1 µm. The Protec® RM is available in a choice of 0.2 µm, 0.3, µm, and 0.5 µm and combines an outer layer of microfiber glass filter media with an inner layer of Meissner’s proprietary hydrophilic PVDF membrane. Protec® filters provide consistent submicron contaminant removal with high dirt-holding capacity and high flow rates. The filter effectively protects downstream membrane filters and equipment. Protec® filters also are available in discs, capsules, high-capacity UltraCap®, and UltraCap® H.D. capsules.
Design Features
- Protec® RM filters combine the retention performance of a PVDF membrane and the high adsorption and contaminant-holding capacity of a borosilicate glass fiber media
- All-polypropylene support materials
- High flow rates and excellent filtration economics
- Withstands repeated SIP, autoclave, CIP and hot water rinse cycles, and demanding process conditions
- Manufactured for use in conformance with cGMP
- Biological products
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Vaccines
- Serum, plasma fractions, and other blood products
- Tissue and cell culture media
- Protein solutions
- Fermentation media and feeds
- Cell removal from fermentation broth
- Pre-column chromatography
Filter Configurations Available for Protec®
Typical water flow rates per 10″ cartridge
Typical glass fiber capsule water flow rates
Citations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter?
Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter is a polypropylene glass microfiber prefilter designed to provide superior prefiltration by protecting downstream sterilizing-grade filters in biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. It functions as a barrier to remove particulates and extend the life of final sterilizing filters.
What applications is Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter used for?
Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter is used primarily in biopharmaceutical manufacturing for prefiltration applications. It is employed to protect sterilizing-grade filters by removing particulates and contaminants from process fluids prior to final filtration steps, ensuring product purity and process integrity.
- Biological products
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Vaccines
- Serum, plasma fractions, and other blood products
- Tissue and cell culture media
- Protein solutions
- Fermentation media and feeds
- Cell removal from fermentation broth
- Pre-column chromatography
What specifications or sizes are available for Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter?
Specific size and specification details for Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter are not provided in the current documentation. Typically, such filters are available in various diameters and thicknesses to fit standard cartridge housings, but exact dimensions and performance specifications should be obtained from Meissner’s technical datasheets or customer support.
What makes Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter unique?
Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter is unique due to its construction from polypropylene glass microfiber media optimized specifically for prefiltration in biopharmaceutical processes. This design enhances protection of downstream sterilizing-grade filters by effectively capturing particulates while maintaining flow rates and minimizing pressure drop.
How does Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter integrate with other systems?
Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter integrates into bioprocess filtration systems as a prefilter cartridge installed upstream of sterilizing-grade filters. It is compatible with standard cartridge housings and can be incorporated into single-use or stainless steel filtration assemblies within biopharmaceutical manufacturing lines.
Is Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter suitable for regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing?
Yes, Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter is suitable for regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments. It is designed to meet industry standards for prefiltration to protect critical sterilizing-grade filters, supporting compliance with quality and regulatory requirements for process filtration.
Can Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter be customized?
Customization options for Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter are not explicitly detailed in the available information. However, Meissner typically offers customization of filter media and cartridge configurations to meet specific process requirements. Customers should consult Meissner technical representatives for tailored solutions.
What other products are commonly used with Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter?
Protec® Glass Microfiber Filter is commonly used alongside upstream components such as UltraClamp™ Sanitary Clamps and Universal Lab Stand for secure and stable installation. Downstream, it complements process monitoring and sampling devices like the SGT (Single-Use Gauge Tee). Additionally, support accessories such as the Stainless Steel Stand for FlexFill® Biocontainers are used in adjacent workflow stages.
