FNM Filters

For removing bacteria, yeast and mold in non-fermenting liquids and cleaning water.

FNM cartridge and capsule filters are constructed with longproven, absolute rated, Nylon 6,6 membrane. Designed to comply will all FDA requirements for the food industry, these high purity filters are used for removing organisms in nonfermenting liquids and cleaning water. Pore sizes range from 0.10 to 0.65 µm and the filter sizes scale from laboratory to full production using identical materials to ensure consistent results.

FNM filters are: optimized for flow and high retention; flushed to reduce extractables; and are 100% integrity tested.

Applications

  • Syrups
  • Soft Drinks
  • Bottled Water
  • Container Wash/Rinse Water
  • Process Water

Features and Benefits

FNM is a family of food grade, single layer Nylon 6,6 filters. 

  • Optimized for flow and high retention
  • Flushed to remove extractables
  • Pore sizes range from 0.10 to 0.65 microns

Filtration Area

fnm area

FDA and EC Compliance

Materials meet the requirements listed by the FDA as appropriate for use in articles intended for repeated food contact as specified in Title 21 CFR sections 174.5, 177.1500, 177.1520, 177.1630, 177.2440, and 177.2600 as applicable. All materials used to make the filters are listed in European Commission Regulation EU/10/2011, Annex 1.

View Data Sheet for further product information:

  • Integrity test specifications
  • Materials of construction
  • Operating parameters
  • Sanitization and sterilization
  • Regulatory & compliance

Validation

FNM filters are validated using test procedures that comply with ASTM F 838-15(ae1) protocols for the determination of bacterial retention in filters used for liquid filtration. The filters are challenged with the organisms listed below.

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

Quality Assurance

FNM filters are 100% integrity tested. CPF filters are developed and manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System and designed to be used in cGMP-compliant processes. 

FNM Cartridges 

Available from 5-40 inches in length with several end connections and O-ring options.  

fnm cartridge        Critical Process Filtration black and white capsule with etched logo 

FNM Capsules

These filters are FNM cartridges encapsulated in a polypropylene shell to minimize exposure to process fluids. A popular choice for single-use applications and can be disposed of easily. Sizes range from 2-30 inches in length. 

fnm capsule        Critical process black and white capsule with cutout to show cartridge etched logo