In-Line Filters and O-Ring Cartridges

In-Line Filters and O-Ring Cartridges

Nephros infection control in-line ultrafilters offer a high-performance option for facilities seeking medical-grade bacterial, viral, and endotoxin retention through a plumbing line installation. These solutions are intended for environments where fixture filters are not feasible, where concealed installation is preferred, or where equipment demands a more robust ultrafiltration approach. Selecting a microbiological-grade filter also prevents facilities from assuming unnecessary legal, reputational, and patient safety risk when water quality becomes uncertain.

Ultrafiltration for Plumbing and Equipment

In-line ultrafiltration is often selected for outlets or systems that involve sensitive equipment, higher flow, or plumbing configurations that cannot accommodate a standard fixture attachment. These solutions integrate within cabinets, behind panels, or directly into supply lines, creating a versatile option for locations such as sinks, bottle fillers, drinking fountains, emergency fixtures, ice-dispensing equipment, and water-dependent devices in clinical, laboratory, and processing settings. For environments with ligature-free setups, in-line installation also provides a contained, tamper-resistant configuration without altering fixture appearance.

Note for Sink Applications

Plumbing systems are interconnected, and potential contaminants are not always limited to one water line. In applications without an external mixing valve, filtration on both hot and cold lines provides more complete protection. Changes in water temperature, shared plumbing pathways, and low-flow conditions can allow bacteria or particulates to transfer between lines over time. Addressing both sides of the system helps protect against cross-line contamination and ensures dependable point-of-use performance.

Meet Varied Clinical and Equipment Needs

Nephros in-line ultrafiltration includes several models designed to address different performance intervals, installation preferences, and equipment needs. The SSU-H and DSU-H deliver ultrafiltration for point-of-use applications at various endpoints, while HydraGuard offers a cartridge-style configuration frequently used for sterile processing, laboratories, manufacturing workflows, and other high-volume or high-sensitivity environments. All models feature a 0.005-micron hollow-fiber membrane capable of retaining bacteria, viruses, and endotoxins through size exclusion.