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316L Stainless Steel Powder-Sintered Filter Plate, 10 µm Filtration Rating, Ø20 × 5 mm, 30 PPI, 5/10 pcs
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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This document outlines the operational limits and maintenance requirements for the 316L stainless steel sintered filter plate. Adherence to these constraints is critical to preserve filtration performance and prevent irreversible damage.
- Temperature Limit: Do not exceed the 500°C normal use temperature limit to prevent material degradation.
- Pressure Limit: Maintain working pressure below the 3 MPa maximum to avoid structural failure.
- Flow Direction: Operate with flow from the outside surface toward the clean side to ensure proper filtration.
- Pressure Ramp: Increase pressure gradually during operation to prevent sudden stress on the porous structure.
- Cleaning Compatibility: Select cleaning methods compatible with the retained material, including backwashing, backblowing, ultrasonic, or specific chemical agents.
This guide provides the recommended handling and cleaning steps for the sintered filter plate. Following these steps ensures reliable filtration and extends service life.
Required Equipment: Backwash pump, Clean gas supply, Ultrasonic cleaner, Compatible chemical cleaning solution
- Verify Operating Limits
Confirm that the operating temperature and pressure remain within the 500°C and 3 MPa limits before installation. - Ensure Correct Flow Direction
Install the filter plate with the correct flow direction, ensuring flow enters from the outside surface. - Ramp Pressure Gradually
Gradually increase the system pressure during initial operation to avoid sudden stress. - Monitor Filtration Efficiency
Monitor filtration efficiency regularly; if it falls below 50%, initiate a cleaning cycle. - Select Cleaning Method
Select a cleaning method compatible with the retained material, such as backwashing, backblowing, or ultrasonic cleaning. - Perform Cleaning
Perform the chosen cleaning procedure, avoiding direct impact or scratching of the porous surface. - Verify Performance
After cleaning, verify filtration efficiency and re-install only if performance is restored.
What is the maximum working pressure and temperature for the 316L powder-sintered filter plate with 10 µm filtration rating?
The filter plate has a normal use temperature of ≤500 °C and a maximum working pressure of ≤3 MPa. These limits are based on the 316L stainless steel powder-sintered construction with 30–45% porosity and 4.4–5.6 g/cm³ bulk density, as stated in the product specifications.
Can this Ø20 × 5 mm sintered filter plate be cleaned and reused, and what cleaning methods are compatible?
Yes, the metallic porous body can be regenerated by backblowing, backwashing, ultrasonic cleaning, and suitable chemical-cleaning procedures such as dilute acid, dilute alkali, oxidizing agents, surfactants, or enzymes. The product description explicitly lists these compatible cleaning options for repeat use, provided surface damage, rapid pressurization, and incompatible chemicals are avoided.
What is the pore structure and porosity range of the 30 PPI filter plate, and how does it affect flow?
The 30 PPI porous structure has a nominal pore spacing of 0.85 mm, porosity between 30–45%, and bulk density of 4.4–5.6 g/cm³. The uniform interconnected flow-through pore network supports stable gas or liquid passage with low initial resistance, as specified in the technical data.
This 316L stainless steel powder-sintered filter plate offers a 10 µm filtration rating with 30 PPI porous structure in a Ø20×5 mm format, delivering stable pore distribution and low initial resistance for gas or liquid filtration. The self-supporting metallic construction permits cleaning by backblowing, backwashing, or ultrasonic methods, but requires careful selection of operating conditions and cleaning chemicals to maintain performance.
Positive
- 10 µm precision with 30 PPI structure: Combines a 10 µm filtration rating with a 30 PPI porous structure (0.85 mm nominal pore spacing, 30–45% porosity) for stable particle retention and low initial resistance in gas or liquid flow.
- Cleanable and reusable metallic construction: The rigid, self-supporting 316L stainless steel body can be regenerated via backblowing, backwashing, ultrasonic cleaning, or compatible chemical cleaning, supporting repeated use in laboratory and industrial filtration.
Trade-offs
- Operating condition confirmation required: Before ordering, the user must confirm flow rate, working pressure, temperature, media compatibility, and through-pore requirements to ensure proper fit, as the plate's performance depends on these parameters.
- Sensitive to mechanical and chemical damage: The porous surface must be protected from impact, scratching, concentrated tool pressure, and incompatible cleaning chemicals; pressure should be increased gradually to avoid damage, and filtration efficiency may require periodic cleaning when below 50%.
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