RT40Y16G20CA Liquid Filter Cartridge

Product Summary

The RT40Y16G20CA liquid filter cartridge delivers absolute 1-micron depth filtration, removing sub-micron particulates, stabilizing fluid clarity, and preventing downstream nozzle clogging in continuous chemical and water treatment processes.

Technical Profile

• ■Part Identifier: RT40Y16G20CA (3M Micro-Klean RT Series)
• ■Cartridge Type: Rigid Depth Liquid Filter Cartridge
• ■Micron Rating: 1 µm
• ■Cartridge Length: 40 in (1016 mm)
• ■Outer Diameter: 2.6 in (66 mm)
• ■Gasket Material: High-Temp Silicone
• ■Core Construction: Thermally Bonded Rigid Polypropylene Depth Matrix

Engineering Mechanics & Material Architecture

Rigid Depth-Filtration Matrix

Engineered with a rigid polypropylene fiber structure that resists fluid compression under differential pressure (ΔP) surges, preventing particle unload and maintaining precise 1-micron retention efficiency.

Rigid Grooved Surface Geometry

Features a specialized grooved outer surface that doubles active filtration surface area, lowering initial pressure drop, extending dirt-holding capacity, and prolonging element working life.

Thermal-Resistant Silicone Sealing

Equipped with premium silicone gaskets that maintain elastic seal recovery across wide thermal ranges, preventing fluid bypass between the cartridge end cap and housing tube sheet.

Worksite Hazards & Protection Strategies

High-Purity Water Treatment & RO Pre-Filtration

Site Hazard: Airborne silt, microscopic suspended solids, and fine particulate contamination.

Protection Strategy: Intercepts sub-micron debris prior to reverse osmosis membranes, lowering membrane fouling risks and extending cleaning cycles.

Chemical & Petrochemical Processing

Site Hazard: Aggressive fluid chemistry, thermal expansion, and continuous fluid velocity fluctuations.

Protection Strategy: Maintains structural stability without media migration, protecting downstream spray nozzles, heat exchangers, and precision dosing pumps.

Compatibility & Specification Index

Cross-Reference Index

• ■3M Micro-Klean: RT40Y16G20CA
• ■Part Number: 18274

Direct Vessel Fitment

Manufactured to standard industrial 40-inch vessel specs, ensuring seamless drop-in fitment into single and multi-cartridge stainless steel filter housings without piping modifications or adapter fittings.

Field Maintenance Protocol

Cartridge Replacement Sequence

• ■Line Isolation: Disconnect process pumps and isolate liquid inlet/outlet valves.
• ■Vessel Venting: Open the housing drain valve to relieve internal hydraulic pressure and drain residual process fluid.
• ■Cartridge Swapout: Withdraw degraded RT40Y16G20CA cartridges, wipe the tube sheet clean, and insert fresh cartridges firmly onto center tie-rods.
• ■Seal Inspection & Start: Ensure silicone gaskets seat flush, secure housing lid bolts, purge air pockets, and resume low-pressure fluid circulation.

Service Threshold Indicators

• ■Differential pressure (ΔP) gauge reaching recommended change-out limit.
• ■Noticeable reduction in downstream fluid flow velocity or pump pressure.
• ■Visual particulate carryover in downstream fluid samples.

Custom Manufacturing & Supply Services

B2B Private Labeling & Packaging

• ■Identification: Part numbering, batch codes, and private branding options on individual protective packaging.
• ■Packaging: Individually poly-sealed to prevent ambient dust contamination during storage and long-distance export freight.

Fulfillment Flow