Fermentation

The core of every biopharmaceutical process is the bioreactor or fermenter. Filtration is critical in maintaining optimised conditions to ensure cell culture or fermentation growth that is conducive to bacterial growth. A combination of prefilters, bioburden filters and sterilising filters ensure that the process gases, buffers, nutrients, and media components entering the bioreactor are free of process contamination and unwanted microorganisms.

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PreFil APK Cartridge
Liquids - PP - Polypropylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 10 µm
APK - Absolute PP Cartrigde
Brand PreFil

Masterfilter APK absolute rated polypropylene cartridges provide absolute efficiency and reliable performance in most critical applications. It combines high dirt holding capacity with long service life and high flow rates. 100% polypropylene construction and backwash capability make the APK an ideal filter for beverage applications like beer filtration.

PreFil APKM Cartridge
Liquids - PP - Polypropylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 70 µm
APKM - Absolute multi-layered PP Cartridge
Brand PreFil

Masterfilter APKM series absolute multi-layered polypropylene cartridges combines depth filter technology with pleated filter technology, ensure high contaminant holding capacity and large filtration area. APKM construction adopts depth filter technology of graded pore-size avoiding filter surface jam. Graded pore-size distribution from coarse (upstream) to fine (downstream) can remove particles, colloids and gels gradually and extend filter’s service life.

PreFil HFHC Cartridge
Liquids - PP - Polypropylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.5 to 100 µm
HFHC - High Flow Pleated PP or Glas Fiber Cartridge
Brand PreFil

Masterfilter HFHC high flow pleated cartridges are available in a wide range of pore sizes and provide reliable high performance in many applications. It combines high dirt holding capacity with long service life and high flow rates. Six-layer graded pleat technology provides a maximized filtration area and absolute retention rate resulting in an outstanding dirt holding capacity and long life. It can retrofit other supplier’s horizontally pleated cartridges.

PreFil HPK Cartridge
Liquids - PP - Polypropylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 50 µm
HPK - High Flow Nominal Rated Pleated PP Cartridge
Brand PreFil

Masterfilter HPK nominal rated, high flow pleated polypropylene cartridges are made of all polypropylene pleated microfiber. These cartridges providing great filtration performance at lower cost. The high flow rate, high dirt capacity and filtration efficiency make it the optimal solution for the pre-filtration of liquids.

GlassFil LGFK Cartridge.jpg
Liquids - GF - Glass Fiber - Cartridge Filter - 0.1 to 5 µm
LGFK - Micro Glas Fiber Cartridge
Brand GlassFil

Masterfilter LGFK cartridge filters are made with superfine glass fiber media with polypropylene support and drainage layers. The core and cage are also in polypropylene while all material components are thermal bonded without the use of any adhesive or binder. This reduces at a very low level the extractables. GFK filter cartridges are specially drawn up to meet the requirement for many filtration applications in the traditional Pharma and Biological markets. The most common and appropriate are haze removal, submicron contaminants from blood and biotech, culture media and aqueous solutions.

SpunFil MBK-A Cartridge
Liquids - PP - Polypropylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.3 to 50 µm
MBK-A - Absolute Rated PP Cartridge
Brand SpunFil

Masterfilter MBK-A absolute rated polypropylene cartridges are constructed by 5-8 graded layers. MBK-A offers consistent retention characteristics and a high level of security that is enhanced by the option to connect o-ring seal adapters on the cartridge.

MasterCap MC Capsule
Liquids - GF - Glass Fiber - Nylon - PES - Polyethersulphone - PP - Polypropylene - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - PVDF - Polyvinylidene Fluoride - Capsule Filter - 0.2 to 10 µm
MC - Single Use PP, PES, PVDF, PP and Glass Fiber Capsules
Brand MasterCap

Masterfilter MasterCap MC capsule filters are used for removal of micro-organisms and fine particles from liquids. Made of polypropylene and high-performance filtration media such as PES, PVDF, PP and glass fiber. They are the ideal filters to satisfy the highest standards in a broad range of applications. It is especially designed for self-contained assemblies in pharmaceutical, microelectronics and food and beverage. No adhesives or glue are used in manufacturing and all bonding is by thermal welding. MasterCap MC capsules are available in the 2 versions.

MasterSip MS Capsule
Gases - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Capsule Filter - 0.2 µm
MS - Sterile Gas SIP PTFE Capsule
Brand MasterSip

Masterfilter MasterSip MS capsule filter designed for use in sterile air and gas filtration in biopharmaceutical and other applications. Composed of a hydrophobic PTFE membrane and a polyetherimide housing, these capsule filters provide an alternative to a stainless-steel housing/filter combination and thus reduces operating costs and maintenance time. Engineered polyetherimide material allows multiple SIP (steam-in-place) cycles at high pressures and temperatures. 

SteriNyl NYPC Cartridge
Liquids - Nylon - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 0.45 µm
NYPC - Dual Layer Hydrophilic Nylon Membrane Cartridge
Brand SteriNyl

Masterfilter NYPC filter cartridge is made of a dual layer hydrophilic Nylon 66 membrane. They are specifically designed for sterilizing filtration of pharmaceutical and biological products and for bioburden reduction. Nylon 66 membrane with positive Zeta-charge provides enhanced retention of very fine particles such as endotoxins in water-based solutions.

OptiPes PESA Cartridge
Liquids - PES - Polyethersulphone - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 1.2 µm
PESA - Single Layer PES Cartridge
Brand OptiPes

Masterfilter PESA filter cartridges feature a unique single layer, asymmetric hydrophilic polyether sulphone membrane. This membrane is characterized by excellent throughput and higher durability in many applications such as pharmaceutical and biological filtration and beverage filtration such as beer and wine. Higher flow rates than any other sterilising grade filter cartridge offers, so Masterfilter PESA filter assures thereby the most economic design of filtration systems.

OptiFluor PFA Cartridge
Liquids - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 10 µm
PFA - Expanded PTFE Membrane Cartridge
Brand OptiFluor

Masterfilter PFA series, utilizing expanded PTFE membranes and PFA (melt-processible Teflon®) core and cage, meet the most critical filtration requirements in the most aggressive environments. PFA hardware can provide high level filtration in aggressive atmosphere. PFA cartridges remain robust and durable in aggressive acids, bases and organic compounds.

Masterfilter PFGF Housing
Liquids - Stainless Steel - Filter Housings
PFGF - Pharmaceutical Liquid Filter Housing
Brand MF

Masterfilter PFGF filter housings are manufactured for filtration of liquids. They are available in 5, 10, 20 and 30 inch lengths. The housings are marked with a unique serial number for traceability. The PFGF series is available with a range of pharmaceutical compliant vents and inlet/outlet connections. Our engineering team can design customer specific housing with optional mountings, high temperature and pressure designs.

Masterfilter PFGG Housing
Gases - Stainless Steel - Filter Housings
PFGG - Pharmaceutical Gas Filter Housing
Brand MF

Masterfilter PFGG filter housings are manufactured for filtration of gases. They are available in 5, 10, 20 and 30 inch lengths. The housings are marked with a unique serial number for traceability. The PFGG series is available with a range of pharmaceutical compliant vents and inlet/outlet connections. Our engineering team can design customer specific housing with optional mountings, high temperature and pressure designs.

Masterfilter PFGG Mini Housing
Liquids - Gases - Stainless Steel - Filter Housings
PFGG Mini - Pharmaceutical Liquid and Gas Filter Housing
Brand MF

Masterfilter PFGG Mini filter housings are manufactured for filtration of liquids and gases. They are available in 2.5 and 5 inch lengths. The housings are marked with a unique serial number for traceability. The PFGG Mini series is available with a range of pharmaceutical compliant vents and inlet/outlet connections. Our engineering team can design customer specific housing with optional mountings, high temperature and pressure designs.

Masterfilter PFGI Housing
Liquids - Gases - Stainless Steel - Filter Housings
PFGI - Pharmaceutical Liquid and Gas Inline Filter Housing
Brand MF

Masterfilter PFGI inline filter housings are manufactured for filtration of liquids and gases. They are available in 5 mini, 5, 10, 20 and 30 inch lengths. The housings are marked with a unique serial number for traceability. The PFGI series is available with a range of pharmaceutical compliant vents and inlet/outlet connections. Our engineering team can design customer specific housing with optional mountings, high temperature and pressure designs.

DuoFluor PVDN Cartridge
Liquids - PVDF - Polyvinylidene Fluoride - Cartridge Filter - 0.1 to 1 µm
PVDN - Hydrophilic PVDF Membrane Cartridge
Brand DuoFluor

Masterfilter PVDN filter cartridges are manufactured from an inherently hydrophilic PVDF membrane that offers a broad chemical and temperature resistance. Characterised by its low protein binding properties, the PVDN series is ideal for bioburden reduction, clarification and sterilisation of pharmaceutical and biological solutions. The PVDN cartridges are available in multiple pore sizes with single-layer PVDF membrane. The membranes are easily wettable and fully integrity testable to meet the pharmaceuticals levels for sterility assurance.

Liquids - Stainless Steel - Filter Housings
SBGF - Biopharmaceutical Liquid Filter Housing
Brand SolidBloc

The Masterfilter SolidBloc SBGF series filter housings are manufactured for filtration of liquids. The sanitary T-style liquid cartridge housing can fit code 7 cartridges from 5 to 30 inches lengths. Designed with a stainless steel AISI 316L machined baseplate and self-drainable concept, ensuring minimal product losses. The housings are marked with a unique serial number for traceability. The SBGF series is available with a range of pharmaceutical compliant vents and inlet/outlet connections. Our engineering team can design customer specific housing with optional mountings, high temperature and pressure designs.

OptiFluor SLF-CT Capsule
Liquids - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Capsule Filter - 0.2 µm
SLF-CT - Hydrophobic PTFE Membrane Capsule
Brand OptiFluor

Masterfilter SLF-CT filters with 0.2 µm sterilising grade hydrophobic PTFE membranes are used for removal of particles and micro-organisms from gases. Made of polypropylene and high-performance PTFE, SLF-CT is an ideal filter to satisfy the highest standards in a broad range of applications. It is especially designed for self-contained assemblies in pharmaceutical use.

OptiFluor SLF-G Cartridge
Gases - GF - Glass Fiber - Cartridge Filter - 0.01 to 0.5 µm
SLF-G - Super-fine Glass Micro Fiber Cartridge
Brand OptiFluor

Masterfilter SLF-G filter cartridges are composed of super-fine glass micro fiber which has a dirt holding capacity over 90%. They are designed for filtration of air and gas. Due to the high removal efficiency, SLF-G cartridges offer high process security, with high volume gas streams and can withstand high differential pressures at low pressure drop and stringent in-line steam sterilisations.

OptiFluor SLF-HT Cartridge
Gases - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 µm
SLF-HT - Hydrophobic PTFE Membrane Cartridge
Brand OptiFluor

Masterfilter SLF-HT filter cartridges manufactured with hydrophobic PTFE membranes with advanced high-temperature resistance. They are designed for sterile filtration of air and gas. Due to their permanent hydrophobicity, SLF-HT cartridges offer high process security, and can withstand high temperatures continuous process conditions, ozonised water venting applications and stringent in-line steam sterilisations.

OptiFluor SLF_L Cartridge
Gases - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 to 10 µm
SLF-L - Hydrophobic PTFE Membrane Cartridge
Brand OptiFluor

Masterfilter SLF-L hydrophobic PTFE filter cartridges are composed of hydrophobic PTFE membrane. Its features include exceptional organic and inorganic corrosion resistance and inherently hydrophobicity. They are highly recommended for the pre-filtration and sterile filtration of strong solvents, highly corrosive fluids and strong oxidant fluids.

OptiFluor SLF-T Cartridge
Gases - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 µm
SLF-T - Hydrophobic PTFE Membrane Cartridge
Brand OptiFluor

Masterfilter SLF-T filter cartridges manufactured with permanently hydrophobic PTFE membranes are designed for sterile filtration of air and gas. Due to their permanent hydrophobicity, SLF-T cartridges offer high process security, with high volume gas streams and can withstand high differential pressures and stringent in-line steam sterilisations.

OptiVent SLV-P Cartridge
Gases - PP - Polypropylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 µm
SLV-P - Disposable PP Air Vent Cartridge
Brand OptiVent

Masterfilter SLV-P disposable vent filter cartridges are used for removal of particles and microbes. Completely made of polypropylene, SLV-P is an ideal filter for any tank vent application as it won’t affect taste or odour. The filter assemblies have very low extractables, and no surfactants or binders are used. SLV-P can be easily fitted to tanks and containers.

OptiVent SLV-Q Cartridge
Gases - GF - Glass Fiber - Cartridge Filter - 0.01 µm
SLV-Q - High Voidage Glass Fiber Air Vent Cartridge
Brand OptiVent

Masterfilter SLV-Q cartridges with high voidage glass fiber media are used for sterilising removal of particles and micro-organisms from gases. The SLV-Q is an ideal filter for any sterile vent application in a broad range of applications.

OptiVent SLV-T Cartridge
Gases - PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene - Cartridge Filter - 0.2 µm
SLV-T - PTFE Air Vent Cartridge
Brand OptiVent

Masterfilter SLV-T cartridges with 0.2 µm hydrophobic PTFE are used for sterilising removal of particles and micro-organisms from gases. Made of PP and PTFE, the SLV-T is an ideal filter for any sterile vent application in a broad range of applications.

Masterfilter VGG Housing
Gases - Stainless Steel - Filter Housings
VGG - Pharmaceutical Vent Filter Housing
Brand MF

Masterfilter VGG vent filter housings are manufactured for filtration of gases. They are available in 5 mini, 5, 10, 20 and 30 inch lengths. The housings are marked with a unique serial number for traceability. The VGG series is available with a range of pharmaceutical compliant vents and inlet/outlet connections. Our engineering team can design customer specific housing with optional mountings, high temperature and pressure designs.