Reliable Microfiltration Technology for Wine, Beer, and Juices
The X-Flow R120 Microfiltration Membrane Element uses advanced hollow fiber technology made from polyethersulphone. Its unique asymmetric pore structure (0.2–0.8 micron) ensures efficient backflushing and superior control of colloid retention compared to kieselguhr. Designed for still and sparkling wines, wine must, juices, milk, vinegar, and beer, it operates up to 80°C for maximum flexibility.
X-Flow R120 Membrane Element
Benefits
- Purity & Safety: Reduces yeast and bacteria to less than 1 cell/100 ml and turbidity to <1 NTU.
- Taste Integrity: Maintains aroma and flavor while improving clarity.
- Cost Efficiency: Lower production costs and higher throughput.
- Sustainability: Minimizes environmental impact compared to traditional filtration.
- Operational Reliability: Better backflush efficiency for longer membrane life.
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Features
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- Hollow Fiber Microfiltration Technology: ensures high filtration efficiency.
- Material: Fibers made from polyethersulphone for durability and chemical resistance.
- Superior Colloid Control: Surface properties allow better retention of colloids compared to kieselguhr.
- Microbiological Safety: Reduces yeast and bacteria to less than 1 cell per 100 ml.
- Clarity: Lowers turbidity to less than 1 NTU.Pore Size: 0.2 – 0.8 micron, ideal for wine and beverage filtration.
- Asymmetric Pore Structure: Improves backflush efficiency, extending membrane life.
- Temperature Resistance: Suitable for operation up to 80°C.
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Functional Description
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Pentair X-Flow R120 Membrane Elements are usually racked in a skid (standard unit) of 2 -12 Membrane Elements. The permeate flow ranges between 200-800 liter per hour per membrane element, which amounts to 0.5 -10 m3 per hour per skid. The mode of operation is batch-wise, continuous operation by alternation between two or more skids, or cascade systems.
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Fields of Application
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The Pentair X-Flow R120 microfiltration membrane element is ideal when it comes to sanitary and high temperatures applications.
The R120 Membrane Element is an excellent choice for the filtration of still and sparkling wines, wine must, juices, milk, vinegar and beer.
SPECIFICATIONS
| R120 MF02/1.5MM | R120 MF02/3.0MM | R120 MF08/1.5MM | |
| Surface area | 12 m² | 7 m² | 12 m² |
| Dimensions (dxl) | Approx. 160 X 1,020 mm | Approx. 160 X 1,020 mm | Approx. 160 X 1,020 mm |
| Housing material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Material | Polyethersulphone | Polyethersulphone | Polyethersulphone |
| Diameter | 1.5mm | 3.0mm | 1.5mm |
| Pore size | 0.2 µm | 0.2 µm | 0.8 µm |
| pH-range | 1 - 13 | 1 - 13 | 1 - 13 |
| Chlorine resistance | 500 ppm max 250,000 ppm.h | 500 ppm max 250,000 ppm.h | 500 ppm max 250,000 ppm.h |