PNMX Capsule

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The PNMX Capsule Filter is a validated sterilizing-grade filter constructed with Nylon 6,6 membrane for critical liquid filtration. Designed for the sterilization of solvents, water, and non-protein solutions, PNMX offers broad chemical compatibility, high flow, and low extractables across a range of pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and water purification processes.

Available in multiple pore sizes, PNMX capsules are 100% integrity tested and available presterilized, ensuring consistent performance from lab to full-scale production.

Key Features:

• Validated Nylon 6,6 Membrane: Delivers absolute-rated sterilization performance
• Broad Chemical Compatibility: Ideal for harsh solvents and aqueous solutions
• Low Binding: Suitable for non-protein and sensitive chemical filtration
• Integrity Tested: Each unit verified for microbial retention
• Presterilized Capsule Options Available

Performance Parameters:

• Max Operating Temp (Water): 110 °F at 30 psid (43 °C at 2.07 bar)
• Forward Pressure Limit: 80 psid at 68 °F
• Reverse Pressure Limit: 50 psid at 68 °F
• Recommended Changeout: 35 psid

Sterilization & Cleaning:

• Autoclave: 250 °F (121 °C), 30 min, 25+ cycles
• Inline Steam: 275 °F (135 °C), 30 min
• Hot Water: 194 °F (90 °C), 30 min, max 3 psid forward
• Compatible with peracetic acid, H₂O₂, and standard cleaning agents

Filtration Area (Nominal):

• 2" – 1.2 ft² (0.11 m²)
• 5" – 3.3 ft² (0.31 m²)
• 10" – 7.0 ft² (0.65 m²)
• 20" – 14.0 ft² (1.30 m²)
• 30" – 21.0 ft² (1.95 m²)
• 40" – 28.0 ft² (2.60 m²)

Construction Materials:

• Filtration Media: Nylon 6,6 Membrane
• Capsule Housing: Polypropylene
• Sealing Method: Thermal bonding

Validated Microbial Retention:

• 0.10 μm & 0.22 μm: Brevundimonas diminuta
• 0.45 μm: Serratia marcescens
• 0.65 μm: Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Typical Applications:

• SVPs & LVPs
• Diagnostics
• Buffers
• Water for Injection (WFI)
• Non-protein Solutions
• Chemicals