Palltronic® Flow Check Device

The Palltronic Flow Check device enables allows a fast and simple check to be performed on an integrity test instrument to show that it is measuring flow correctly. A Flow Check test can be performed as often as the user requires in order to ensure complete confidence in the integrity test instrument. The user simply connects the device to their integrity test instrument, performs a Flow Check test (available with Palltronic Flowstar and Aquawit instruments), or a Forward Flow or Diffusion Test. The flow measured by the integrity test instrument is then compared with the calibrated flow of the Flow Check device. Each Palltronic Flow Check unit is supplied with a Calibration Certificate, with the calibrated flow value permanently marked on the device. Full operating instructions and Stäubli* fittings are supplied with every device.

Features

• Allows for fast and simple checks of integrity test instrument flow measurement
• Fully portable, lightweight and easy to use
• Can be used with all integrity test instruments which give a flow value
• High precision capillary, with calibrated flow, ensures accurate readings
• Internal Pall Gaskleen® filter protects components for increased service life
• Robust, sanitary stainless steel design makes it ideal for the BioPharmaceutical industry
• Easy to use Stäubli¹ connections and fittings

¹Stäubli is a trademark of Stäubli AG

Nominal Dimensions

• Weight: 1.67 kg (3.68 lbs)
• Size: (H x W x D)² 90 x 150 x 180 mm (3 in. x 5 in. x 6 in.)

Environmental Conditions

• Operating Temperature: 20 °C ± 2 °C (68 °F ± 35 °F)
• Storage Conditions: Room temperature in dry conditions

Pneumatic Specifications

• Operating Pressure: 2 barg (29 psig)
• Maximum Inlet Pressure: 3.0 barg @ 40 °C (44 psig @ 104 °F)
• Test Gas: Clean, dry, compressed air or nitrogen
• Flow Range: 1 – 10 mL/min

Connections

• Inlet: Stäubli nipple RBE03.6150
• Outlet Hose: Connection: 8 mm (0.25 in.) outer diameter

²L = maximum length including Staübli connection)

Why Integrity Test?

FDA specifies in its 21 CFR Part 11 regulation that procedures should be employed to ensure: “Determination that persons who develop, maintain, or use electronic record/electronic signature systems have the education, training, and experience to perform their assigned tasks.”

Types of Integrity Tests

• Bubble Point 
• Forward Flow
• Pressure Hold
• Water Intrusion

Factors Influencing Integrity Testing

• Temperature
• Upstream Volume
• Wetting Agent

Palltronic Flow Check Device

• Part Number: FC01