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- Page 1 SEPA CF CELL ASSEMBLY & OPERATION MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ..................1 2. SEPA CF CELL COMPONENTS ............2 3. SEPA CF CELL ASSEMBLY ..............4 4. OPERATION OF THE SEPA CF CELL ..........11 5. SUPPLEMENTARY OPERATING INFORMATION ......12 6. ACCESSORY AND SPARE PART ORDERING INFORMATION ..13 7. -
Page 4: Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION The SEPA CF Cell is a laboratory-scale crossflow filtration unit that is designed to evaluate the performance of flat sheet membranes in a variety of applications. It simulates the flow dynamics of larger, commercially available membrane elements such as industrial spiral wound membrane elements. -
Page 5: Sepa Cf Cell Components
2. SEPA CF CELL COMPONENTS Verify that the Sepa CF Cell was shipped complete, intact, and undamaged. The complete Sepa CF Cell includes: 1. Stainless steel cell body: top and bottom Cell Top Cell Bottom 2. Anodized aluminum cell holder with piston and high pressure gauge Cell Holder 3. - Page 6 4. Concentrate control valve with high pressure gauge Concentrate Control Valve 5. O-rings (2) 2.1 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT The Sepa CF Cell also requires additional equipment to be operated, which are sold separately: • Hydraulic hand pump to pressurize the cell holder •...
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Page 7: Sepa Cf Cell Assembly
3. SEPA CF CELL ASSEMBLY After verifying that all of the necessary components were shipped and present, you can begin the assembly of the Sepa CF Cell. 3.1 CELL BODY ASSEMBLY The cell body consists of the cell top, membrane filter, feed spacer/ permeate carriers (optional), shims (optional), O-rings, and cell bottom. - Page 8 To assemble the Sepa CF Cell Body: 1. Connect the concentrate flow control valve to the cell bottom by wrapping PTFE tape around the valve’s male NPT end and screwing it into the concentrate outlet port. Note: The cell bottom is the half of the cell body that has the four alignment pins. The cell top has the holes to accept the alignment pins.
- Page 9 Note: If you are cutting your own membranes, the membrane’s outer edge should fit between the inner and outer O-rings in the cell body to prevent leakage. Sepa CF Cell Manual | Sterlitech Corporation...
- Page 10 The surface tension caused by wetting the carrier will keep it in place. 7. Complete the assembly of the cell body by placing the cell top onto the cell bottom. The alignments holes should fit snugly over the alignment pins in the cell bottom. Sterlitech Corporation | Sepa CF Cell Manual...
- Page 11 3.2 CELL HOLDER ASSEMBLY The cell holder is filled with Mobil DTE 20 Series Hydraulic Oil to operate the hydraulic piston. Before using the SEPA CF Cell for the first time, the brass quick release connector must be installed into the cell holder.
- Page 12 3.3 SEPA CF CELL CONNECTIONS AND PARTS Figure 2: Example Sepa CF Flow Diagram Sterlitech Corporation | Sepa CF Cell Manual...
- Page 13 Figure 2 shows typical plumbing connections that need to be made for the operation of the SEPA CF Cell. The configuration can change slightly depending on the objectives of the user. In general, the connections to be made are: 1. Hydraulic pressure source to the cell holder 2.
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Page 14: Operation Of The Sepa Cf Cell
4. OPERATION OF THE SEPA CF CELL Once the SEPA CF Cell has been assembled and connected to a feed system, it can be used in variety of applications that includes reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, and microfiltration. To operate the Sepa CF Cell: 1. -
Page 15: Supplementary Operating Information
5.4 MEMBRANE CLEANING The SEPA CF Cell can be cleaned easily after the membrane is removed. However, you may wish to simulate the actual cleaning conditions of Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) in larger systems with spiral-wound or tubular membranes. -
Page 16: Accessory And Spare Part Ordering Information
6. ACCESSORY AND SPARE PART ORDERING INFORMATION Accessories and spare parts for the Sepa CF Cell can be ordered by calling Sterlitech Corporation at 1-877-544-4420 or by visiting www.sterlitech.com. Table 3: Accessory and Spare Part Ordering Information Product Shipping Weight... -
Page 17: Return Material Authorization
7. RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION If materials are to be returned to Sterlitech for repair, evaluation, or warranty consideration, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and form must be obtained from Sterlitech prior to the return. Contact Sterlitech’s Customer Service Department for these forms. -
Page 18: Appendix 1: Sepa Cf Cell Applications
APPENDIX 1: SEPA CF CELL APPLICATIONS The following studies utilized the SEPA CF Cell in their method and are listed here to illustrate the potential applications for the SEPA CF. These studies are good references for understanding the operation of the SEPA CF Cell. -
Page 19: Appendix 2: Bench Scale Filtration Products
APPENDIX 2: STERLITECH BENCH SCALE FILTRATION PRODUCTS Sepa CF Cell Manual | Sterlitech Corporation... - Page 20 NOTES:...
- Page 21 Sterlitech’s bench scale test equipment provides the versatility required to innovate. Sterlitech’s comprehensive line of products is supported by the expertise of its technical specialists who can assist with application-specific product selection, and provide customized solutions where necessary. Unique problem-solving approaches, flexibility, and consistent quality have made Sterlitech Corporation a renowned global provider of filtration products and equipment.
- Page 22 © 2018 Sterlitech Corporation 22027 70th Ave. S Kent, WA 98032-1911 USA Phone: (253) 437-0844 Fax: (253) 437-0845 Email: sales@sterlitech.com...
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