SUPRAdisc™ Depth Filter Modules

The Complete Filter System

The SUPRAdisc module design concept combines the advantages of conventional depth filter sheets with the positive features of enclosed filters.

SUPRAdisc Module Concept

Seitz® depth filter sheets have been used for years in a vast array of applications using a range of equipment. With their exceptional mechanical strength they can be  incorporated into SUPRAdisc modules and installed into enclosed filter housings. This arrangement reduces cleaning and cleaning validation, as well as simplifies installation making it easier to handle and dispose of the filters after use.   Each module consists of three major components:

• Individual filter cells or lenses
• A tubular center core
• End adapters

These components can then be broken down further to better understand the robust construction of Pall® SUPRAdisc modules. Individual filter cells are made from the  joining of two Seitz depth filter sheets and using an injection molding process to seal the edges of the filter sheets to create a filter cell. A drainage plate is placed between each filter sheet prior to this process to reduce flow resistance and to improve flow distribution over the entire surface area of the filter sheets. Up to 21 filter cells can be stacked on a tubular core, compressed and joined to form a unit. This design results in a reliable sealing between the filter cells, and provides the structural robustness necessary to prevent product failure or process bypass situations during operation.

SUPRAdisc Module – Filter Media

Almost all grades of Seitz depth filter sheets that are available in flat sheet format are also available in SUPRAdisc modules. Due to their excellent mechanical strength, these sheets can readily be incorporated into modules.

The Complete Filter System

The SUPRAdisc module adapter has two o-rings and a bayonet lock, a concept successfully implemented by the biopharmaceutical industry for filter cartridges.

Consequently, the SUPRAdisc modules can be installed quickly and easily into filter housings accepting this style adapter. SUPRAdisc modules are also available with a flat gasket style adapter.

High Quality and FDA Conformity

The filter media meet the specifications set forth in the US Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, parts 177.2260 e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l, the materials for all polypropylene plastic components are listed in the US Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, part 177.1520.

With regard to food law conformity, the manufacture of depth filter sheets is also subject to ongoing analysis by the German ISEGA Forschungs– und Untersuchungsanstalt mbH, Aschaffenburg.

Technical Service

For best possible results and maximum reliability, Pall recommends performing filter evaluations utilizing your process and process conditions. Pall specialists can provide valuable assistance, either at your facility or in our SLS (Scientific and Laboratory Services) laboratories. Pall offers hands-on assistance and places its extensive technical resources at your disposal in the form of worldwide technical advice, including cost-reduction programs, process review and problem solving.

Further Information

Further information is available on Pall's range of Filter Modules and Capsules with Seitz Depth Filter Media

SUPRAdisc Module Available Filter Areas

Product	Filter area in m2	Filter area in ft2	Typical filtered volume (L)
SUPRAdisc 203	0.30	3.2	> 15
SUPRAdisc 205	0.50	5.3	> 15
SUPRAdisc 209	1.00	10.7	> 50
SUPRAdisc 216	1.80	19.3	> 50
SUPRAdisc 409	2.10	23	> 100
SUPRAdisc 416	3.70	40	> 100
SUPRAdisc 421	5.00	54	> 100
SUPRAdisc 509	2.30	24.7	> 100
SUPRAdisc 516	4.00	43.0	> 100
SUPRAdisc 520	5.00	53.8	> 100

Media Technical Specification

Code	Depth Filter Type	Typical Water Permeability in L/min/m2 @ Δp 1 bar (14.5 psid)	Nominal Retention Rating in µm	Ash Content in %	Endotoxin Level in EU/mL before Rinsing
PEKS	EKSP	29	0.1-0.3	58	<0.06
PEKM	EKMP	41	0.2-0.5	48	<0.06
PEK1	SUPRA EK1P	64	0.2-0.5	47	<0.06
P050	KS 50P	93	0.4-0.8	46	<0.06
P080	SUPRA 80P	159	1.0-3.0	49	<0.06
P100	K100P	149	1.0-3.0	45	<0.06
P200	K200P	217	3.0-6.0	43	<0.06
P250	K250P	535	4.0-9.0	44	<0.06
P700	K700P	935	6.0-15.0	45	<0.06
P900	K900P	1980	8.0-20.0	45	<0.06
B010	BIO 10	30	0.2-0.4	<1	<0.06
B020	BIO 20	75	0.4-1.0	<1	<0.06
XEK1	EK1	41	0.2-0.4	51	NA
XEK	EK	68	0.3-0.5	46	NA
X050	KS50	93	0.4-0.8	46	NA
X080	KS80	113	0.6-2.0	46	NA
X100	K100	146	1.0-3.0	46	NA
X150	K150	185	2.5-4.0	46	NA
X200	K200	213	3.0-6.0	46	NA
X250	K250	510	4.0-9.0	46	NA
X300	K300	785	5.0-12.0	46	NA
X700	K700	925	6.0-15.0	46	NA
X900	K900	1700	8.0-20.0	46	NA
T950	T950	1700	8.0-20.0	40	NA
T100	T1000	3400	10-25	35	NA
T150	T1500	7285	11-30	33	NA
T210	T2100	10200	13-35	13	NA
T260	T2600	10200	15-40	<1	NA
T350	T3500	12750	19-50	13	NA
T550	T5500	25500	25-70	<1	NA

NA - Not Applicable as endotoxin content is not a measured criteria for these sheets

Operating Characteristics¹

Maximum Operating Temperature	80 oC in Polypropylene design 160 oC in Polyamide design
Maximum Operating Pressure	2.4 bard (35 psid)

1 With compatible fluids, which do not soften, swell or adversely affect the products or its material of construction.

Plastic Parts of Construction of SUPRAdisc Modules

SUPRAdisc Components	Polypropylene Polyamide (Only high temperature version)
O-rings	Silicone elastomer

All plastic components used in the construction meet the specification for Biological Reactivity test in vivo for Class VI plastics (121 °C) as described in the current United States Pharmacopoeia (USP)
All SUPRAdisc modules and all their components are fully traceable by serial number

Sterilization

Steam in place	125 °C for 30 minutes at 0.3 bard (43 psid) maximum

Nominal Dimensions

Nominal Total Length Double-O-ring	332 mm (13.1 in.)
Flat Gasket	272 mm (10.7 in.)
Nominal Diameters	284 mm (12 in.) for ordering codes 203, 205, 209 and 216 in polypropylene and polyamide designs 410 mm (16.1 in.) for ordering codes 409, 416 and 421 in polyamide design 413 mm (16.3 in.) for ordering codes 509, 516 and 520 in polypropylene design