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FGE-Series Economy Grade Pleated Microglass Media

FGE-Series high purity economy grade pleated borosilicate microglass filter cartridges offer high-efficiency retention of particulate matter from liquid and gaseous fluid streams. It is favored for its superior retention efficiency, low-pressure drop, and greater contaminant loading capacity relative to alternative media.

FGE-Series Overview

The FGE-Series is often preferred when the application calls for a more economical option or where the 2.5” OD is required.

Suitable for food and potable water contact, the FGE-Series meets the high-performance demands in food and beverage production. Also suitable for use in a broad range of applications, including process water, lubricants, and a range of fine chemicals. Manufactured in a clean-room environment to maintain high standards of purity and cleanliness. Offered in both absolute-rated (up to 99.98% retention) and nominally-rated (90% retention) grades in common adapter configurations.

Typical Applications

  • Food & Beverage
  • Deionized Water
  • Process Water
  • Fine Chemicals
  • R.O. Pre-Filtration
  • Wastewater
  • Produced Water
  • Wine Clarification
  • Sweeteners

Construction Materials

  • Filtration Media: Borosilicate Microglass with acrylic binder
  • Support Media: Spun-bonded Polyester
  • End Caps: Polypropylene
  • Center Core: Glass-filled Polypropylene
  • Outer Support Netting: Polypropylene
  • O-Rings/Gaskets: Buna, EPDM, Silicone, Teflon® Encapsulated Viton®, Viton®
  • Outside Diameter: 2.5″

Operating Conditions

  • Change Out ΔP (recommended): 35 PSID
  • Temperature (max): 176˚F (80˚C)
  • Differential Pressure (max): 60 PSID (4.1 bar) at 68˚F (20˚C)

Flow Rate vs Pressure Drop

Food Safety Compliance

Materials of construction comply with FDA regulations for food and beverage contact use as detailed in the US Code of Federal Regulations, 21CFR. Materials used to produce filter media and hardware are deemed safe for use in contact with foodstuffs in accordance with EU Directives 1935/2004, and/or 10/2011.

FGE-Series Order Specifications

Micron Ratings0.2, 0.45, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 10.0, 20.0, 40.0
RetentionN=Nominal A=Absolute
Lengths10″, 20″, 30″, 40″
End Cap Style2 = DOE Flat Gasket
3 = 222 w/ FIN
4 = 222 w/ Flat Cap
5 = 222 w/ Spring
O-Rings/GasketsB = Buna
E = EPDM
S = Silicone
T = Teflon® Encapsulated Viton®
V = Viton®
Adders (Optional)CS = 316SS Compression Spring
I = Stainless Steel Insert
SS = Stainless Steel Core