Cobetter’s Vent Filters through Copure are specially designed for air and gas applications, including the venting of bioreactors, fermentation tanks, and carboys. Built with hydrophobic membranes, these filters ensure effective retention of particulates and microorganisms while allowing optimal airflow. When choosing a gas or vent filter, it’s crucial to consider factors such as air flow rate and the filter’s particulate retention capabilities. Cobetter offers a wide range of vent filters with effective filtration areas ranging from lab scale to large industrial scale.
Key Features of Cobetter Vent Filters
Vent filters play a vital role in maintaining sterility and ensuring the integrity of air and gas processes. The following sections explore the distinct features and applications of Cobetter’s leading vent filters: Aegivast® ACE, Corevital® APB, and 47DISC AV50.
1. Aegivast® ACE Vent Filters
Aegivast® ACE Vent Filters are engineered to deliver high air flow rates with a robust design that supports repeated use. These filters feature a 0.2 µm pore size and an effective filter area of 20 cm², making them ideal for small vessels/tanks applications.
Features:
- Pore Size:2 µm for effective microorganism retention.
- Effective Filter Area: 20 cm², providing ample surface area for high airflow requirements.
- Reusable and Autoclavable: Can withstand autoclave sterilization at 130℃ for 30 minutes, up to 20 cycles.
Applications:
- Sterile venting of filling vessels and fermentation processes.
- In-line sterilization and particulate removal from air and gases.
- Sterile filtration of non-aqueous solutions and ventilation of liquid storage tanks and bioreactors.
- Sterile filtration of compressed gases such as air, O₂, and N₂.
2. Corevital® APB Vent Filters
Corevital® APB Vent Filters are designed for applications where the vent filter needs to be gamma sterilised, featuring a hydrophobic PVDF membrane. These filters are individually packed and sterilized by gamma irradiation, ensuring sterility right out of the box.
Features:
- Membrane Diameter: Available in 13mm, 25mm, and 33mm sizes.
- Effective Filter Area: Ranges from 0.72 cm² to 4.5 cm², catering to various throughput requirements.
- Sterilization: Sterile by gamma irradiation, ready for immediate use.
- Hydrophobic PVDF Membrane: Provides high air flow rates with large surface area.
Biocompatibility:
- Meets USP <87> In Vitro Biological Reactivity Test requirements.
- Complies with USP <88> Biological Reactivity Test for Class VI plastics.
Applications:
- Sterile gas filtration on .
- Venting of bioreactors, fermentation tanks, and carboys.
3. 47DISC AV50 Vent Filters
47DISC AV50 Vent Filters are built to deliver high performance in a compact form factor. Each filter is integrity tested and made with materials that meet USP Class V standards, ensuring biological compatibility and safety.
Features:
- Integrity Tested: Ensures reliability and performance in critical applications.
- Biocompatible Materials: All materials of construction are tested for biological compatibility, meeting stringent standards.
- Controlled Manufacturing: Produced in a clean environment under strict quality control measures.
Applications:
- Ideal for small volume exhausts.
- Suitable for the filtration of corrosive solvents and gases.
- Used for the ventilation of bioreactors and fermenters.
Cobetter’s Copure Vent Filters are designed to provide superior performance across various applications, ensuring sterile and efficient filtration of air and gases. Whether you require high throughput, robust sterilization capabilities, or biocompatible materials, Cobetter offers a vent filter solution to meet your needs. With options like Aegivast® ACE, Corevital® APB, and 47DISC AV50, you can confidently select the right vent filter for your specific application, optimizing both safety and efficiency in your processes.