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CP15N4S03

Lifegard™ Cartridge Filter

cartridge nominal length 4 in. (10 cm), filter diam. 2.9 in. (7.4 cm), Code N

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About This Item

UNSPSC Code:
23151806
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material

polypropylene device, polypropylene support, silicone seal

manufacturer/tradename

Lifegard™

parameter

3.5 bar max. differential pressure (50 psid) at 25 °C, 3.5 bar max. inlet pressure (50 psi) at 25 °C

cartridge nominal length

4 in. (10 cm)

device size

4 in.

filter diam.

2.9 in. (7.4 cm)

filter filtration area

0.16 m2

impurities

≤1.0 EU/mL bacterial endotoxins (LAL test, aqueous extraction), <1.0 EU/mL USP bacterial endotoxins (LAL test, sample aqueous extraction)

gravimetric extractables

≤100 mg/cartridge

matrix

Lifegard™

pore size

1.0 μm nominal pore size, 1.0 μm pore size

code

Code N

General description

Device configuration: Cartridge
Cartridge type: Liquid

Features and Benefits

Filter Grade: AP15
Format: Single Layer

Packaging

Double Easy-Open bag

Preparation Note

Sterilization Method: 10 autoclave cycles or SIP at 121°C for 30 min

Analysis Note

Gravimetric Extractables: The extractables level was ≤ 100 mg per 4-inch cartridge after 24 hours in water at controlled room temperature.
Will meet the USP Oxidizable Substances Test requirements after a water flush of ≥ 5 L

Other Notes

Directions for Use:
  • Organism Retention: Microorganism
  • Mode of Action: Filtration (size exclusion)
  • Application: BioProcessing
  • Intended Use: Reduction or removal of microorganism/bioburden
  • Instructions for Use: Please refer to Steam Sterilization & Integrity Testing Procedures guide and first page of Visual Inspection Guide
  • Storage Statement: Store in dry location
  • Disposal Statement: Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state and local regulations

Legal Information

Lifegard is a trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

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