SUPRApak™ Depth Filter Modules
Depth filtration goes edge flow
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SUPRApak™ Depth Filter Modules

Depth filtration goes edge flow
Efficient, economical and innovative, the SUPRApak depth filter modules are
the future of depth filtration with filter sheets.
SUPRApak depth filtration enters a completely new generation with a uniqueflow configuration called “edge flow”. This cost-effective technology will
revolutionize depth filtration in the food and beverage sector.

Introduction
For over 100 years, filter sheets have beenused in the food and beverage industry tofilter liquids in classic plate and frame filters.
The unique filter matrix comprised ofcellulose, diatomite and perlite combinedwith the surface, depth, and adsorptive
filtration capabilities of filter sheets makes
them an attractive option for a very wide
range of applications.
Increased demand for environmentallycompatible production processes andproduct quality in the food and beverageindustry has intensified the need to seek out
alternative filtration systems. At the sametime, cost pressures demand that filter
systems are simple to operate with low
staffing costs.
Classic sheet filters have considerable
disadvantages, such as the high cost of filter
change-outs and cleaning, an open system
combined with drip losses, the risk of
microbiological contamination and thespace required for the filter assembly.

Sugar

GelatinEnzyme Solutions

Spirits

However, it is not always possible to replace
filter sheets with different filtration systems
economically and efficiently due to stringent,
and at times, complex filtration requirements.
In response to industry demands to replaceclassic sheet filters, Pall has introduced thenew SUPRApak filter module. Based on
proven Seitz sheet technology, SUPRApak
modules are revolutionizing the market for
depth filters with sheet filtration.

Applications• Particle filtration• Colloidal removal• Polishing filtration• Final filtration

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SUPRApak module design

User advantages

The SUPRApak filter design is an entirely
new and unique configuration of filter sheet
material, which sets a new standard for
enclosed sheet filtration.

• Increased process safety and productquality due to enclosed, hygienic system

SUPRApak modules are based on classic
depth filtration technology, and represent
a perfect combination of the three filtration
mechanisms: surface filtration, depth
filtration and adsorption.
The main components are high purity
cellulose, diatomite and perlite.
Unique to the SUPRApak module is anentirely new depth filter flow configuration
based on the “edge flow” principle. The filter
sheet material contains feed and filtratechannels wrapped around a permeable core
(Figure 1). Straps are then used to attach thesheet material to the core (Figure 2).
This design results in a compact dense
package of high-quality filter sheet material.
Thus the SUPRApak module meets thehighest demands in terms of purity andclarity of the filtered product (Figure 3).

• Increased process uptimes, as the edge
flow principle can allow longer throughputs
and use of the full capacity of the depth
filter material• High turbidity reduction due to increased
particle adsorption capacity• High yields due to low hold-up volume,
drainability of the assembly, and eliminationof product drip losses• Cost savings on filter change-outs due tomodular construction, no time-consuming
insertion and stacking of individual filter
sheets, and less handling in between
production runs
• Reduced cleaning chemical and water
costs due to compact design• Small footprint due to high packing density
and resulting large filtration area per unit
• Easy disposal of modules• Low capital investment compared toclassical plate and frame assemblies• Secure operation without bypass due
to external tensioning control• Low maintenance costs due to absenceof gaskets on modules and very limited
number of housing seals• Low total cost of ownership due tocombined savings on unit filter area, yield,
handling, cleaning, and maintenance, andincreased production availability

Figure 1Figure 2

Figure 3

Core wrapped in sheet material

Straps and perforated structureof filtrate channels

Core wrapped in sheet material

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SUPRApak filter media
SUPRApak SW Range (standard)

SUPRApak SR Range (high resistance)

Filter material in the SW range is made fromhigh-grade cellulose, diatomite and perlite aswell as <3 % polyolefin fibers. The SUPRApak
SW range offers 10 filtration grades ranging
from type SW 5200 for final filtration to typeSW 7300 for removing coarse particles. An
additional grade in the SW range is SW7700,
made from high-grade cellulose. See tablebelow and Figure 4.

The filter material in the SR range contains
up to 40 % selected polyolefin fibers in
addition to cellulose, diatomite and perlite.
This composition of raw materials is speciallydesigned to meet the demands for filtrationof aggressive media, as it has high chemicaland mechanical resistance compared with
the SUPRApak SW range. As a result of thepolyolefin fibers, the SUPRApak SR
modules are highly resistant to enzymes
which break down cellulose, making them
the ideal choice for use in the enzyme
industry. See table below.

SW Range Examples of use
SW 5200
SW 5300
SW 5500
SW 5600
SW 5700
SW 5800

SW 5900
SW 7000
SW 7100
SW 7300
SW 7700

Final filtration of enzyme solutions
Final filtration of sugar solutions
Final filtration of fructooligosaccharides
Fine filtration of beer
Final filtration of sugar solutions
Fine filtration of beer
Final filtration of sugar solutions
Fine filtration of beer
Clarifying filtration of beer
Final filtration of sugar solutions
Filtration of enzyme solutions
Clarifying filtration of beer
Polishing filtration of thin liquor gelatine
Polishing filtration of flavors
Clarifying filtration of beer
Clarifying filtration of thin liquor gelatine
Clarifying filtration of thin liquor gelatine
Clarifying filtration of flavors
Coarse particle removal
Coarse particle removal; wax removal inedible oils

SW range of filtration grades

SR 5100

Final filtration of enzyme solutions

SUPRApak SH Range (ion reduced)
For special applications like distilled spirits
filtration, the SUPRApak SH range ofmodules is the preferred option. With aproprietary manufacturing process, thesesheets release low levels of calcium andmagnesium, and negligible levels of iron andcopper. See table below and Figure 5.
SH Range Examples of use
SH 5700

Chill/polishing filtration of white spirits

SH 5900

Chill filtration of brown spirits or whitespirits high in fatty acids

SH 7200

Particle removal

Figure 5

Figure 4

Relative dirt
holding capacity

SR Range Examples of use

SW 5200
SW 5300
SW 5500
SW 5600
SW 5700
SW 5800
SW 5900
SW 7000
SW 7100
SW 7300
SW 7700

Relative clarity

Relative dirt
holding capacity

SH 5700
SH 5900
SH 7200

SH range of filtration grades

Relative clarity

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SUPRApak housing

Features and Benefits

The new SUPRApak filter housings aredesigned for use with the SUPRApak depth
filter modules.

• Enclosed filter system limits environmental
exposure and microbial contamination• Large, hydrodynamically designed inlet
and outlet connections ensure high flow
rates with low pressure differential• Polished wetted surfaces enhancecleanability• External torque control device enables
optimal operational security during
filtration through controlled tensioningof the module, and simplifies internal
housing design• Indirect flow control eliminates the needfor flow guide plates• Inlet connections at both the housing
head and base facilitate ideal flow
distribution and optimum utilization of
the SUPRApak module filter area
• Housing domes available with single
or multiple divisions allows flexibility

Torque tensioning device
Additional inlet housing head for
optimized module inflow.
Optional divisions in housing head
SUPRApak module (stack up to 6 high)Housing segment
Intermediate ring

For ease of handling, the SUPRApak
housing is provided with a lifting tool whichenables installation and removal of thecomplete stack of modules at one time.
(Figure 6a and 6b).
The extensive choice of different SUPRApak
modules and housings ensures optimum
compliance with the specific filtration
demands of the food and beverage industry.
All housing parts which come into contact
with the product are manufactured from 316L
stainless steel. The electropolished wetted
surfaces ensure optimal hygienic conditions.

The SUPRApak housing range is available insingle-round S (small, Figure 8), M (medium)and L (large) sizes. Additionally, there are
MS (multi-stack) options. Please refer toseparate SUPRApak housing data sheets
for further details.
The modular SUPRApak housing range
allows the use of multiple module
combinations:• 1 module in S housings• 1 to 4 modules in M housings• 1 to 6 modules in L housings• 16, 20 or 24 modules in MS housings

Figure 6a

Figure 6b

Figure 7

Figure 8

SUPRApak module
lifting device

Complete stack
insertion and removal

Single or split dome housings withintermediate sections available

SUPRApak S housing forfilterability work and small
batch filtration

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Ordering Information(This is a guide to the part numbering structure only. For specific options, please contact Pall.)Part Number:

Example Part Number:

SUPRApak

SUPRApak SW 5200 L W

WSee bold reference codes in tables.

Table 1 Table 2 Table 3

Table 1: Module Type

Table 3: Nominal Dimensions (Figure 9)

CodeRange

CodeHeight

External Diameter

SWStandardHigh Resistance
Ion ReducedSM
L

250 mm (9.8 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)

183 mm (7.2 in)
285 mm (11.2 in)
415 mm (16.3 in)

SRSH

Table 2: Media Range
CodeRange

5200
5300
5500
5600
5700
5800
5900
7000
7100
7300
7700
5100
5700
5900
7200

Figure 9SW Range

SR Range
SUPRApak modules in S, M, and L sizes (from leftto right) and different stack heights offer maximum
flexibility to handle a variety of applications.

SH Range

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