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SKR filter cartridges are pleated, small-area filters for critical point-of-use filtration and small batch processing of liquids and gases.
Available in two sizes, the filters are designed for use in Meissner’s SKR filter housings and in competitive filter housings that accommodate a skirt-flange sealing mechanism. SKR filter cartridges are part of Meissner’s SFE (Small Flow Element) filter product line.
A skirt-flange adapter is integrally welded to the end cap of each SKR filter cartridge. When the cartridge is installed and the housing is fully assembled, the adapter prevents fluid bypass.
Design Features
- Full range of hydrophilic or hydrophobic filter media
- Retention ratings from 0.04 µm to 99 µm
- High flow rates at low pressure drops – high throughputs
- Ideal for flow rates up to 3 gpm (11 L min-1) or 60 scfm (102 Nm3hr-1) in gases
- Extremely low extractables
- Wide chemical compatibility
- Cleanroom manufactured
- All materials of construction comply with FDA regulations – meet USP Class VI Biologicals Tests for Plastics Requirements
- Ultraclean – no additives, surfactants, or post-treatments
- No glues, adhesives, epoxies, or other extraneous materials used in construction
- Extremely rugged – withstands back pressure surges, hydraulic shocks, multiple sterilizations, and rigorous application conditions
Industries
- Pharmaceutical
- Biopharmaceutical
- Biologicals
- Bioprocessing
- Chemical
- Cosmetics
- Food and Beverage
- Microelectronics
Filter Media Options
Membrane Filters for Liquid (Hydrophilic)
Microfiber Media Filters
Membrane Filters for Air/Gas (Hydrophobic)
Additional Filter Configurations
Frequently Asked Questions
What are SKR Filters?
SKR Filters are small filter cartridges available in two sizes and part of Meissner’s SFE (Small Flow Element) filter product line. They are designed for Meissner SKR filter housings and for competitive housings that use a skirt-flange sealing mechanism.
What applications are SKR Filters used for?
SKR Filters are used for the following applications and are used across these industries: pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biologicals, bioprocessing, chemical, cosmetics, food and beverage, and microelectronics.
- Point-of-use filtration
- Continuous or small batch processing
- Laboratory, pilot plant, and production
- Clarification
- Particulate filtration
- Prefiltration
- Sterile filtration
- Sterile air/gas/venting
- Mycoplasma removal
- Virus reduction
What specifications are available for SKR Filters?
SKR Filters are available with full-range hydrophilic or hydrophobic filter media and retention ratings from 0.04 µm to 99 µm. They are rated for flow rates up to 3 gpm (11 L min-1) for liquids and up to 60 scfm (102 Nm3 hr-1) for gases.
What makes SKR Filters unique?
SKR Filters are made without glues, adhesives, epoxies, or other extraneous materials, and contain no additives, surfactants, or post-treatments. They have extremely low extractables and wide chemical compatibility. The cartridges are built to withstand back pressure surges, hydraulic shocks, multiple sterilizations, and rigorous application conditions.
How do SKR Filters integrate with other systems?
Each SKR cartridge has a skirt-flange adapter integrally welded to its end cap. When the cartridge is installed and the housing is fully assembled, the adapter prevents fluid bypass. This lets the cartridge fit Meissner SKR housings and competitive housings with a skirt-flange sealing mechanism.
Are SKR Filters suitable for regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing?
SKR Filters are cleanroom manufactured, and all materials of construction comply with FDA regulations and meet USP Class VI biologicals tests for plastics requirements. Confirm the specific regulatory and validation requirements for your process with Meissner before use.
What other products are commonly used with SKR Filters?
SKR Filters are part of the SFE (Small Flow Element) filter product line. Confirm other compatible products with Meissner before specifying them with SKR Filters.
