Gas Processing

CUNO Filter

Systems for

Gas Processing

Applications
Amine Sweetening
Glycol Dehydration
Produced Water
Lube Oil
Fuel & Instrument Gas
Quality and Cost Process Protection Total Filter Systems
Effectiveness with Exceptional CUNO offers a broad range of oil
A $250,000 Cost Reduction!
Service Life
and gas filter systems combining
CUNO’s Petro-Klean® and Gas Processing systems operate user friendly filter housings with
Beta-Klean®, absolute rated rigid more efficiently and are protected the most effective filter media:
depth filters have a record of proven from fouling with the properly ➤ Petro-Klean Filter Elements
performance in gas processing selected Petro-Klean or Beta-Klean
➤ Beta-Klean Filter Elements
applications. filtration system. The unique
➤ Express Series™ Filter Housings
construction of Petro-Klean and
A major New Mexico Gas Processor
Beta-Klean filter elements provide:
estimates a $250,000 Total Filtration
➤ Exceptional service life
Cost Reduction by converting to
Petro-Klean cartridges for filtration ➤ Reproducible filtration efficiency
in their amine sweetening systems. ➤ Consistent effluent quality
 Contents
Keeping Contaminants at Bay 2
Applications 3
➤ Inlet Gas Separation 3
➤ Amine Sweetening 4
➤ Glycol Dehydration 6
➤ Produced Water 8
➤ Lube Oil Systems 9
➤ Fuel Gas 10
➤ Instrument Gas 10
➤ Desiccant Dehydration 11
The CUNO Filtration Advantage 12
➤ Complete Filter Systems 12
➤ The Construction Advantage 12
➤ The Performance Advantage 13
Products 14
➤ Petro-Klean Filter Cartridges 14
➤ Beta-Klean Filter Cartridges 16
➤ PolyNet™ Filter Cartridges 17
➤ Express Series Housings 18
Case Studies - For Your Information
Addressing Growing
Innovative CUNO filter products have supplied the
Environmental Concerns 19
Gas Processing industry with advanced filtration
technology for many years. To support the offering, CUNO … A World Leader In Fluid Purification 20
specific case studies of “in-the-field” applications,
Scientific Applications Support Services (SASS) 21
providing solutions to challenging problems, are
provided throughout this catalog. Additional Total Quality Management & ISO 9001 Standards 21
information about these and other case studies is
available by contacting your local CUNO distributor.
Keeping Contaminants At Bay
Raw natural gas contains a combination of solid and liquid contaminants that can include:
➤ Acid Gas - hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide

➤ Pipeline and well treatment chemicals

➤ Water vapor

➤ Iron sulfide

➤ Iron oxide

These contaminants are potential contributors to processing equipment fouling and

pipeline corrosion. As a result, contamination of the natural gas stream leads to:
➤ Reduced production

➤ Off-spec gas

➤ Foaming

➤ Fouling of heat exchange surfaces

➤ Corrosion of processing and distribution equipment,

leading to breakdown or complete failure

Table 1 The installation of absolute-rated CUNO filters make it

Gas Processing Filter Key possible to improve process efficiency and provide optimal
process protection. The rigid, graded-density structure of
Application CUNO Filter Product See Page
CUNO filter products for the gas processing industry efficiently
1 Inlet Gas Separation Petro-Klean 3
2 Amine Sweetening Petro-Klean 4 removes solids and deformable contaminants that would quickly
3 Glycol Dehydration Petro-Klean 6 plug competitive filter elements. Details of these products are
4 Produced Water Beta-Klean 8 discussed in the following application and product sections.
5 Lube Oil Systems Beta-Klean 9
6 Fuel Gas Petro-Klean 10 Figure 1 identifies the stages of natural gas processing where
7 Instrument Gas Petro-Klean 10 a CUNO filter system provides a positive impact on process
8 Desiccant Dehydration Petro-Klean 11 efficiency.

Figure 1

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1. Inlet Gas Separation
The Process:
Natural gas gathering systems deliver large volumes of gas via pipeline to the central
inlet of the gas processing facility. Removal of solid contaminants and free liquids present
in the inlet gas is an important first step in the protection of downstream processes.
The Problem:
Iron oxides, iron sulfides, dirt, and a variety of deformable particles suspended in field gas
can flow directly into the processing system. Effective removal of these contaminants
can prevent fouling in gas sweetening and dehydration systems. Multi-stage separators or
an inlet gas coalescing filter system are typically used upstream of the sweetening system
to provide protection. In both systems, cartridge filters must provide reliable particulate
removal and long service life.

Figure 2
The Solution:
A Petro-Klean filtration system, using M200 series cartridges, placed ahead of the
liquid/gas coalescer or incorporated into a multi-stage separator will efficiently remove
solids and deformable contaminants that would quickly plug competitive filter
elements. Petro-Klean filtration protects downstream processes and will extend
the service life of coalescer systems. Direct process benefits include:
➤ Consistently clean natural gas feed

➤ Reduced process upsets and associated downtime

➤ Reduced filter change-out frequency.

Table 2
Inlet Gas Separator/Coalescer Prefilter Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter & Rating Recommended Flow Rate* Recommended Housing
Inlet Raw Natural Gas Petro-Klean - M200 Series 120 SCFM/10" filter element ES Housing
2 micron absolute in gas
*See page 15 for Petro-Klean flow/∆P in natural gas

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2. Amine Sweetening
The Process
Gas processing facilities typically use amines as treatment solvents to remove acid
gas components in the natural gas stream. Amines, such as MDEA, DEA, MEA and
many specially designed formulations absorb hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and carbon
dioxide (CO2) to “sweeten” the gas stream. Efficient amine filtration is a critical part
of a well-functioning system.

Figure 3

The Problem
Solid contaminants in the amine system cause many problems including:
Foaming - results in amine carry-over, reduced plant throughput,
and increased chemical usage.
Contactor Plugging - results in amine carry-over, high differential pressure,
and reduced plant throughput
Heat Exchanger / Reboiler Fouling - results in high energy consumption,
poor heat transfer, and equipment corrosion
Carbon Bed Fouling - results in reduced absorptive capacity and frequent
regeneration or replacement

Table 3
Amine Sweetening Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter & Rating Recommended Flow Rate Recommended Housing
Amine Sweetening Petro-Klean - 10 Micron Absolute 2 gpm / 10" filter element ES Housing

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 The Solution
Ten micron absolute rated rigid Petro-Klean filters are recommended upstream and
downstream of the carbon bed in the rich amine line. Locating the filter in the rich
line upstream of heat exchanger protects both the heat exchanger and stripper. The
carbon filter removes entrained hydrocarbons and surface active compounds reducing
the tendency of the amine solution in the contactor to foam. Petro-Klean elements
upstream of the carbon filter remove solids exiting the contactor and extend the carbon
filter’s life. Downstream filters will remove any carbon fines from the recirculating
amine stream. Filtration with Petro-Klean filter elements improves process efficiency,
provides process protection and ensures natural gas quality. For more information
about Petro-Klean filter cartridges, refer to page 14 of this catalog.

Case Study
Figure 4 - CUNO’s Petro-Klean
filter cartridge -protects downstream A major New Mexico gas processing plant produces 700 MMCF per day of coal seam
processing equipment.
natural gas. The raw natural gas contains approximately 89% methane and 11% carbon
dioxide. The amine sweetening system reduces the CO2 content to less than 2.3%.
The plant is plumbed to allow amine from one of three “trains” through the filtration
Using equipment. When contaminated amine was delivered to the filtration equipment,
Petro-Klean problems would occur during each startup. Competitive cartridges needed to be
changed two or three times in the early stages of a filtration cycle (240 cartridges,
lowered the each 40" long), and flow bypass around the filters was necessary, even during the startup
transient. Typically, the plant had to operate with only 50% of the amine stream passing
annual through the filter. Operation at levels below 100% filtration of the amine lengthened the
filtration costs time required to clean the amine adequately, delaying availability of the filtration equipment
for the other amine trains. Plant management sought to shorten turnaround time and
by $250,000! to decrease filtration costs by evaluating different filter cartridges.

Results with Petro-Klean

➤ Filter life increased 300-350%
➤ Filtered amine quality significantly improved
➤ 100% amine stream (full flow) filtration, no bypass

The Savings with Petro-Klean

$250,000 total annual filtration cost reduction through:
➤ Major reduction in filter cartridge usage and disposal costs
➤ Significant labor savings
➤ Reduced fouling of heat transfer surfaces
➤ Extended time intervals between maintenance and shutdown

Figure 5 - CUNO’s Petro-Klean

filter cartridge - rigid depth clarifying
filter.

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3. Glycol Dehydration
The Process
Glycol is the treatment solvent normally used to remove water vapor from natural
gas downstream of an amine sweetening system or as a stand-alone system.

Figure 6

The Problem
Solid contaminants in the absorber gas feed can cause foaming and tray plugging
while solids present in the recirculating glycol stream from inefficient filtration
contribute to corrosion, fouling of the heat exchangers and reboilers, tray plugging
and pump seal failures. Frequent and unnecessary filter changes, off-spec gas,
and unnecessary downtime, all contribute to high operating cost.

The Solution
Petro-Klean (10µm absolute) filters installed at the absorber wet gas inlet will
eliminate solids in the wet gas stream and prevent foaming. In addition, Petro-Klean
cartridges installed both upstream and downstream of the carbon bed in the water
rich glycol stream will extend the life of the carbon bed, remove solids and carbon
fines, and further protect all downstream equipment.
Rigid Petro-Klean cartridges consistently hold contaminants within its graded
density structure. This provides uniform filtration performance and a significant
life advantage over compressible competitive cartridges. Petro-Klean also provides
absolute rated performance up to a recommended 35 psid, significantly reducing
change-outs.

Table 4
Glycol Dehydration Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter & Rating Recommended Flow Rate Recommended Housing
Glycol Dehydration Petro-Klean - 10 Micron Absolute 2 gpm / 10" filter element ES Housing

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 Glycol Dehydration - Case Study
A major natural gas processing and distribution facility, using three glycol plants to
remove water vapor from sweet natural gas, was having costly filtration problems. The
Manager of Gas Operations experienced serious problems with the Triethylene Glycol
(TEG) dehydration filtration systems . Each of the plants experienced periodic total
collapse of the 10 micron nominal rolled fiber “sock” filters installed in two 16” diameter
filter housings. The filter cartridge failure resulted in immediate shutdown and filter
cartridge change-out. The TEG was contaminated to such an extent that complete
replacement was ultimately required. CUNO’s Scientific Applications Support Services
staff provided an in depth analysis of the plant’s filtration system and a recommendation
that the filter cartridges be changed from the compressible sock filters to the high
strength rigid Petro-Klean. The Manager authorized a trial of Petro-Klean filter cartridges
Using in one of the glycol dehydration plants.

Petro-Klean Results with Petro-Klean

lowered the The Petro-Klean cartridges were placed in service and provided 68 days of uninterrupted
annual service as opposed to an average of 5-8 days using the rolled fiber sock cartridges. In
addition, samples of TEG, taken from both the upstream and downstream sides of the
filtration costs Petro-Klean filter system, showed significant improvement in contaminant reduction
by $130,000! when compared to samples taken from a system using the sock filters.
As a result:
➤ After six months of evaluation, all three plants converted to Petro-Klean
➤ Petro-Klean filter change-out was 30-60 days, as opposed to 5-8 days
of the competition

The Savings with Petro-Klean

After changing to Petro-Klean, the facility realized:
➤ A $130,000 total filtration cost reduction,
a 50% reduction of total filtration cost!
➤ Reduced TEG replacement
➤ Reduced filter change-outs lowered labor and materials cost
➤ Significantly reduced plant down-time

Figure 7 - CUNO’s Petro-Klean

filter cartridge - rigid depth clarifying
filter.

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4. Produced Water
The Process
Gas processing facilities employ a variety of “knock-out” devices and multistage
separators to remove as much water vapor from the natural gas stream as possible.
The produced water is reinjected for pressure maintenance, enhanced oil recovery,
or is ready for disposal.

Figure 8

The Problem
The “produced water” contains varying levels of solid contaminants including iron
oxides, iron sulfides, and asphaltines (tar-like particulate) that must be eliminated prior
to disposal or injection. Produced water filtration must remove solid contaminants
efficiently and provide consistent filtration performance. Disposal of the produced
water requires that the water quality meet local standards for Total Suspended Solids
(TSS). When re-injecting produced water, any bypass or unloading of contaminant
into the high pressure injection stream can cause injection well plugging or fracture,
requiring expensive workovers.

The Solution
Beta-Klean rigid filter cartridges provide the required performance necessary in
this critical application. Beta-Klean will not unload or allow bypass of contaminant
held within its rigid structure. In addition, Beta-Klean will provide a significant
life advantage over compressible competitive cartridges as they will not require
change-out up to a recommended 35 psid. 5 micron absolute Beta-Klean is
recommended for optimal performance.

Table 5
Produced Water Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter & Rating Recommended Flow Rate Recommended Housing
Produced Water Beta-Klean - 5 Micron Absolute 2 gpm / 10" filter element ES Housing
PolyNet - 2 Micron Absolute 2 gpm / 10" filter element ES Housing

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5. Lube Oil Systems
The Process
Lubricating oil filtration is a key element in the efficient operation and protection of large
engines used to power compressors and other equipment in refineries. Without efficient
filtration, these systems experience significantly shorter time intervals between turn-around
with increased occurrence of emergency maintenance and the resulting downtime.
The Problem
Engine failures and increased maintenance are directly related to contaminated lubricating
oil. Rust, crankcase scale, debris from engine component wear must be removed to
ensure efficient operation, and trouble-free service life. Inadequate lube oil filtration
Figure 9 leads to mechanical shutdowns, lube oil replacement, frequent filter change-out and
higher operating costs.
The Solution
Converting to
Beta-Klean filtration Beta-Klean filter elements provide uniformly superior contaminant retention for lube
drastically reduced oil filtration. Unlike competitive compressible filter structures (sock, string-wound, and
“condition based” melt-blown) that frequently unload or lose efficiency as differential pressure increases
maintenance and pleated paper elements which have a relatively short service life and may rupture in
shutdowns and repairs the presence of water, Beta Klean filtration maintains an unparalleled degree of reliability
of compressor lube
by providing:
oil systems with
a reduction in Process Benefits
contaminant particle
counts from ➤ Drastic reduction in maintenance shutdowns and repairs,
50 to7ppm! ➤ Lube oil cleanliness undiminished resulting in minimal
cylinder and bearing wear, and
➤ Significant reduction in required filter change-out providing
a 50 to 70% total filtration cost reduction

Table 6
Lube Oil Filtration Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter and Rating Recommended Flow Recommended Housing
Lube Oil Beta-Klean 5-30 Micron Absolute 2-3 gpm/10" filter element ES Housing

Case Study
Converting to Beta-Klean filtration for compressor lube oil systems at a major north-
western U.S. natural gas compression and distribution facility has dramatically reduced
“condition based” maintenance shutdown and repair. With the objective of reducing
particle count levels in their lube oil systems, a Beta-Klean 10 micron absolute cartridge
was selected for full scale testing.
➤ Average lube oil particle count dropped from 50 ppm to 7 ppm
➤ Initial system differential pressure was 6 psid; after 8 months of operation,
the differential pressure had risen to 10 psid
➤ 10 micron absolute Beta-Klean filtration is now the standard for all
lube oil systems at this large facility
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6. Fuel Gas
The Process
Fuel gas is used throughout the gas processing facility
to drive a wide variety of engines, compressors, and
gas turbines.

The Problem
Contaminated fuel gas can cause excessive valve wear,
Figure 10
burner tip plugging, and other equipment failures.
Point-of-use filtration of fuel gas will reduce these
problems and improve combustion while reducing
overall maintenance.

The Solution
Filtration with absolute-rated, rigid Petro-Klean filter cartridges prevent solids from
reaching fuel burning equipment to:
➤ Improve combustion
➤ Protection of compressor station equipment
➤ Higher degree of safety and reliability

7. Instrument Gas
The Process
Instrument gas is delivered to regulating valves, meters
and other control and test equipment.

The Problem
Contaminated natural gas can cause excessive valve wear,
blockage of sensitive detection devices, and metering
Figure 11
equipment failures. The filtration of instrument gas
will reduce these problems and overall maintenance.

The Solution
Final filtration with absolute-rated, rigid Petro-Klean filter cartridges prevents
solids from reaching instrumentation to provide:
➤ Protection of sensitive measuring devices

Table 7
Fuel Gas and Instrument Gas Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter & Rating Recommended Flow Rate Recommended Housing
Fuel Gas/Instrument Gas Petro-Klean - M200 Series, 120* SCFM / 10" filter element ES Housing
2 micron absolute in gas
*See page 15 for Petro-Klean flow/∆P in natural gas

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8. Desiccant Dehydration
The Process
Desiccant dehydration systems are used to remove residual water vapor from
natural gas streams.

Figure 12

The Problem
Solid particulates in the natural gas stream can plug the pores of the absorbent in
desiccant dehydration systems causing bed degradation, release of desiccant fines,
and a loss of dehydration capacity.

The Solution
Upstream of the desiccant dehydration system, absolute-rated, rigid Petro-Klean
cartridges to provide particulate protection of contamination sensitive absorption
and regeneration towers. Downstream of the desiccant dehydration system,
Petro-Klean filtration effectively removes destructive desiccant fines, protecting
compressors and other equipment.

Benefits
➤ Performance levels improved
➤ Longer service life of downstream equipment
➤ Significantly reduced operating costs

Table 8
Desiccant Dehydration Application Guide

Process Recommended CUNO Filter & Rating Recommended Flow Rate Recommended Housing
Desiccant Dehydration
Inlet, Outlet Petro-Klean - M100 Series, 90* SCFM / 10" filter element ES Housing
0.5 micron absolute in gas
*See page 15 for Petro-Klean flow/∆P in natural gas

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The CUNO Filtration Advantage
Complete Filter Systems
CUNO’s product offering includes a comprehensive range of absolute rated
depth filters with broad chemical compatibility and special end fittings
specifically engineered to fit existing filter housings. For complete systems,
CUNO’s product offering includes ASME code filter vessels that
meet or exceed the demands of gas processing applications.

The Construction Advantage

CUNO’s Petro-Klean and Beta-Klean filters are absolute-rated
rigid structure elements that feature the following:
➤ A unique, grooved surface to increase surface area to provide
significantly longer service life
➤ A true graded density media structure that traps large particles in the
outer more open portion and finer particles in the inner, more densely
packed fiber matrix near the inside diameter of the filter for more
efficient contaminant retention and longer service life.
➤ Rigid filter elements that prevent the unloading of captured
contaminants even at elevated differential pressures and
under severe upset conditions.
➤ Chemically compatible materials of construction ensure
durability and long service life.
The result is a family of products that have greater service
life, enhanced contaminant holding capacity, reduced filter
cartridge change-out frequency, and provide higher quality
effluent than competitive products.

Figure 13 -
Each fiber in the
filter matrix is locked in
place by a thermosetting binder
to create a rigid medium that
traps large particles near the
outer surface and smaller particles
near the filter’s inside diameter.

Figure 14 - The grooves increase surface by 65% and prevents premature

blinding of the outer surface by large particles.

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Figure 15 - CUNO’s advanced filter
technology provides the performance
that gas processors demand!
Graph 1
Beta Ratio Comparison of 10µm Cartridges
The Performance Advantage
Performance of CUNO’s Petro-Klean and Beta-Klean absolute-rated filter cartridges
is measured by Beta Ratio. A Beta Ratio, represented by (β), is a measure of a filter’s
efficiency to remove from a process fluid particles larger than a given size, represented
by (βx). The Beta Ratio value is determined by dividing the number of particles
upstream of the filter by the number of particles downstream of the filter. A beta
ratio equal to 1000 (Beta 1000), represents a removal efficiency equal to 99.9%.
CUNO defines absolute-rated for Petro-Klean and Beta-Klean filters as the filters
ability to remove 99.9% of the particles at or above the rating.
The initial Beta-Ratio for all grades of Petro-Klean and Beta-Klean filter cartridges
is equal to or greater than 1000. The filter cartridges perform at or above this initial
value throughout the usable cartridge life! The Beta-Ratio values, at four differential
pressures (∆P), depicted in Graph 1 illustrate how competitive filters fail to achieve
the consistent performance of Petro-Klean. As the differential pressure increases, the
competitive filters exhibit decreasing or erratic Beta Ratio values. These values depict
either the unloading of previously held contaminants or an overall loss of filtration
efficiency. This erratic performance is caused by the compression and movement of
the filter medium under increased differential pressure, while the rigid Petro-Klean
provides consistent performance even under severe upset conditions.
The tortuous filter matrix paths and long residence time of a contaminant in a CUNO
Petro-Klean or Beta-Klean depth filter increases the likelihood of being trapped and
retained by the filter. In contrast, pleated and other surface-type filters can present
ineffective barriers to solid and deformable contaminants. In these filters, pores can
quickly plug and severely reduce service life. Also, previously held contaminants can
unload under pressure surges and increasing pressure drop.
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 Petro-Klean is an absolute rated, graded density cartridge manufactured from cellulose
Petro-Klean fibers, glass fibers, and chemically resistant thermosetting resins to produce a durable,
rigid filter structure.
Petro-Klean’s grooved, graded density structure traps larger particles and deformables
like ashphaltenes near the outer surface of the cartridge and smaller particles near the
absolute rated inner section. The overall effect is to maximize Petro-Klean’s service life.
Petro-Klean has broad chemical compatibility specifically optimized for amine
sweetening solvent systems, and is available in a wide range of absolute removal
ratings and configurations to retrofit most filter housings.
Use Petro-Klean in Amine Sweetening, Glycol Dehydration, Fuel Gas, Instrument Gas,
and Desiccant Dehydration systems. For more information about Petro-Klean filters,
ask your local CUNO distributor for literature number LITCPTK1.

Petro-Klean Advantages
➤ Absolute rated filtration - uniform efficiency at the specified
removal rating throughout the filter life
➤ Rigid structure - retains contaminants even as differential pressure
Figure 16 - CUNO’s Petro-Klean - increases or upset conditions occur
rigid graded-density cartridge filter.
➤ Graded density structure - enhances contaminant loading capacity
and increases service life
➤ Long service life - for a significant reduction in total filtration cost

Table 9
Petro-Klean Ordering Guide

Petro-Klean Industrial (2 1/2" OD) Filter Cartridges

Cartridge Length Grade Surface Packaging End Fitting Gasket
Type Type Modification
PT - Petro-Klean 09 - 9 3/4" M100 - 10µm G - Grooved 2 - Bulk C- 222 O-ring & Spear A- Silicone
10 - 10" M200 - 20µm U - Ungrooved F- 222 O-ring & Flat Cap B- Fluorocarbon
19 - 19 1/2" M300 - 30µm N- None C- EPR
20 - 20" M400 - 40µm P- Polypropylene Core Extender D- Nitrile
29 - 29 1/4" M600 - 60µm R- Closed Cap with Spring N- None
30 - 30" S- Stainless Steel Core Extender G- PE Foam
39 - 39" Q- Same as “R” without spring
40 - 40" Y- Single O-ring (40" length only)

Petro-Klean 336 Style (3" OD) Filter Cartridges

Cartridge Length Grade Surface Packaging End Fitting Gasket
Type Type Modification
PK - Petro-Klean 35 - 35 1/2" M100 - 10µm G - Grooved 2 - Bulk V - Elastomer Compression Seal S - Thermoplastic
36 - 36" M200 - 20µm U - Ungrooved (Double Open End) Elastomer
37 - 36 1/2" M300 - 30µm W - Elastomer Compression Seal G - PE Foam
72 - 72" M400 - 40µm (Single Open End)
M600 - 60µm R - Closed Cap with Spring

“1401” Style (PN 46467-01) internal O-ring is available in all grades in length of 38 7/8".

Petro-Klean Gas (4 1/2" OD) Filter Cartridges

Cartridge Length Grade Surface Packaging End Fitting Gasket
Type Type Modification
PG - Petro-Klean 24 - 24" M100 - 10µm U - Ungrooved 2 - Bulk N - None N - None
36 - 36" M200 - 20µm G - PE Foam
71 - 71" M300 - 30µm
72 - 72" M400 - 40µm
M600 - 60µm

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 Petro-Klean Flow Rates in Natural Gas
The chart below can be used as a guide for sizing natural gas filtration applications.
For applications at line pressures greater than 300 psig and differential pressures greater
than 2.5 psid, please consult the CUNO Technical Support or SASS Groups.
For Specific Gravity other than 0.65: Multiply the flow rate
Graph 2 (SCFM) by the square root of 0.65 divided by the new
Petro-Klean Filter Flow Rate with Natural Gas
Specific Gravity 0.65 specific gravity as follows:

For filter cartridges other than 10 inch length, multiply the

flow by the number of 10 inch equivalent length cartridges
(i.e., a 30 inch long cartridge is equivalent to three 10 inch
long cartridges).

Petro-Klean Cartridges are Designed to Fit

Petro-Klean Filters are offered in the following configurations and patented end treatments:

Available in both standard industrial 2-1/2" OD

and 336 style 3" OD to fit existing installations.
Patented polyethylene foam gasket for positive seal.

Grooved graded-density structure increases

service life and reduces total filtration costs.
Optional end fittings to
suit any application. Rigid resin bonded structure prevents
unloading and bypass to provide consistent
product quality.

Integral spring end cap eliminates

awkward spring and seal assemblies.

Patented elastomer sealing system for

336 style cartridges fit 336 style housings,
eliminate bypass and enhance ease-of-use.

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Beta-Klean
Figure 17 - CUNO’s Beta-Klean -
rigid graded-density cartridge filter.
Absolute rated Beta-Klean is a rigid, graded density filter cartridge constructed of
acrylic and cellulose fibers, bound together with chemically resistant thermosetting
resins. Beta-Klean cartridges are grooved to significantly increase surface area and
greatly extend service life. Beta-Klean is manufactured to deliver quality, consistency,
and cost effective filtration performance.
Beta-Klean filters, available in ratings from 5 to 70 micron absolute and a wide
variety of end modifications, are recommended for lube oil systems and demanding
produced water applications. Beta-Klean cartridges are particularly well suited for
high viscosity fluids, high temperature processes, and elevated differential pressures.
Beta-Klean Advantages
➤ Absolute retention - protection from contaminants at
or larger than the specified size throughout the filter’s life.
➤ Grooved surface - provides long filter life and lower total filtration costs.
➤ Rigid structure - retains contaminants even as differential
pressure increases or upset conditions occur
➤ Graded density structure - enhances contaminant loading
capacity and increases service life
➤ No cores or metal parts - easy disposal, suitable for
incineration or shredding
For more information ask your local CUNO Distributor for LITCBK001.

Graph 3
Beta Ratio Comparison of Filter Cartridges, Rated at 20 Microns

Table 10
Beta-Klean Ordering Guide

Cartridge Length Grade-Micron Surface Packaging Temperature End Gasket/

Type Absolute Option Modification O-Ring
BK - 09 -9 3/4" Z8050 - 5* G -Grooved 1 - Standard S - Standard C- 222 O-Ring & Spear A -Silicone
Beta-Klean 10 -10" Z8070 - 7* U -Ungrooved Shrink Wrap H- High Temp. F - 222 O-Ring & Flat Cap B - Fluorocarbon
19 -19 1/2" Z8100 - 10* 2 - Bulk Pack K - 222 O-Ring, Retaining C -EPR
20 -20" Z8140 - 14* Clip & Flat Cap D -Nitrile
29 -29 1/4" Z8150 - 15 N- None G -PE Foam
30 -30" Z8200 - 20 P - Polypropylene Core N -None
39 -39" Z8300 - 30 Extender
40 -40" Z8400 - 40 Q- Same as “R” without Spring
Z8500 - 50 R - Closed Cap with Spring
Z8700 - 70 S - SS Core Extender
*Recommended with end modification or PE Foam flat gasket (option G) to ensure removal ratings.

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PolyNet Filter PolyNet filter cartridges are CUNO’s latest advance in depth filtration technology.
The all polypropylene filter is constructed using a patent pending process that utilizes
Cartridges flow enhancing filter media and an innovative flow pattern. The result is an absolute-
rated filter with vastly superior on-stream life that provides more cost effective filtration
than conventional melt-blown filter technologies. PolyNet filter cartridges are particularly
well suited for demanding water injection, water flood, and enhanced oil recovery
filtration applications.
PolyNet Advantages
➤ Superior service life - as much as 4 times greater
dirt holding capacity than competitive filters
➤ All polypropylene depth filter cartridges for
broad chemical and temperature compatibility
➤ Ratings from 1-70 microns to suit a wide range of applications
➤ Absolute-rated performance for consistent filtration quality
Figure 18
➤ Exhibits superior particle retention under
increasing differential pressure
PolyNet Construction
CUNO designed the PolyNet cartridge to provide significantly superior service life while
maintaining a consistent filtration efficiency. PolyNet filters achieve this through an
innovative cartridge design that allows uniform distribution of fluid flow and contaminant
throughout the entire depth of the cartridge. PolyNet filter construction combines a
unique polypropylene media with fluid distribution netting to form multiple layers.
Critically positioned media flow channels allow greater movement of fluid from layer
to layer. Three distinct media sections, made from multiple media/netting layers, are
combined to form the filter cartridge.
The outer and middle sections contain multiple layers of interleaved filter media and
fluid distribution netting. Within each media layer a portion of the fluid travels through
the media while the balance of the fluid is delivered directly to the next distribution layer
through the flow channels. The fluid distribution netting provides longitudinal and
latitudinal flow paths to evenly distribute fluid flow across the surface of each successive
media layer.
For more information ask your local CUNO Distributor for LITCPN1.

Table 11
PolyNet Ordering Guide

Cartridge Length Grade-Micron Packaging Support Ring End Gasket/

Type Option Modification O-Ring
NT - 09 -9 3/4"* T010 - 1 S- Standard 0 - None B- 226 O-Ring & Spear A -Silicone
PolyNet 10 -10" T020 - 2 1 - Polysulfone C- 222 O-Ring & Spear B - Fluorocarbon
19 -19 1/2"* T030 - 3 2 - Stainless Steel D- DOE Flat Gasket C -EPR
20 -20" T050 - 5 F- 222 O-Ring & Flat Cap D -Nitrile
29 -29 1/4"* T100 - 10 N- None G -PE Foam
30 -30" T200 - 20 P- Polypropylene Core Extender
39 -39"* T400 - 40 Q- SOE, End Cap without Spring
40 -40" T500 - 50 R- SOE, End Cap with Spring
T700 - 70 Y- Single O-Ring (40” length only)
*Applies to D, N, and P end modifications only.

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Express Series Housings
The result of CUNO’s unique Rapid Manufacturing System, a combination of
advanced computer aided design and computer assisted manufacturing, the
Express Series filter housing delivers what you want when you want it! Express
Series filter housings are ASME Code vessels available in carbon steel, 304L, or
316L stainless steel and a broad range of sizes to match the filtration needs of the
oil refining industry. ES housings have a heavy duty cover lifting device and swing
bolt cover fastener to facilitate easy cover removal and cartridge change-out.
Express Series Advantages
➤ Durable construction for long service life
➤ Easy access for filter removal; swing bolts
and cover lifting device
➤ Flexible housing design; accepts a wide range
of industrial filter cartridges
➤ Easy maintenance and cleanup; few parts to clean
➤ Meets plant safety requirements;
ASME Code design housing
The standard housing is offered with 150 or 300 psi designs and can be easily con-
figured for specific system requirements. Options such as outlet and cover lifting
device location, radiography, and surface finish can be added onto the base model
to create one of the most versatile filter vessels in the industry.
Options
➤ Corrosion allowance - consult factory
➤ Side outlet and cover lifting device location
can be 90, 180, or 270° from the inlet
➤ Standard swing bolt or optional
Fast-Hex cover fastener
➤ Full, spot, or no radiography

Figure 19 - Express Series

➤ Choice of inlet/outlet flange size
filter housings provide premium
performance and quality. For more information, please ask for CUNO literature number LITCHSES1

Table 12
Express Series Filter Housing General Specifications

Housing Model Construction Standard Flange Aqueous Flow Rate

Material Size (inches) @ 2 psid Pressure Drop
gpm lpm
ES08 Carbon Steel, 2 92 348
ES12 304L Stainless Steel, 3 206 780
ES14 or 4 359 1359
ES16 316L Stainless Steel 4 359 1359
ES20 6 813 3077
ES24 6 813 3077
ES30 8 1425 5393
ES36 10 2330 8819

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Table 13
Product Guide Express Series Filter Housing

Housing Housing Number Cartridge Construction Pressure Gasket Outlet

Model Diameter of Cartridges Style Material Rating Materials Location
For Standard Cartridges (2.625" Maximum Outside Diameter)

ES 8 6 D = DOE Carbon Steel 150 psi Nitrile, Bottom,

12 12 EPR, Side 90°,
14 18 304L Stainless or Viton, or Side 180°,
16 24 PTFE Encapsulated or
20 36 or 300 psi Viton Side 270°
24 52
30 85 316L Stainless
36 120
For Petro-Klean Cartridges (36" long by 3" Maximum Outside Diameter)

ES 8 3 P = Petro-Klean Carbon Steel 150 psi Nitrile, Bottom

12 9 EPR, Side 90°,
14 12 304L Stainless or Viton, or Side 180°,
16 17 PTFE Encapsulated or
20 27 or 300 psi Viton Side 270°
24 39
30 63 316L Stainless
36 91

Express Series Options

Cover Lifting Device Location Radiography Surface Finish

Side 90° Full or Spot Painted (Carbon Steel), Grit Blast, or Pickle & Passivate
Side 180° or
Side 270°

Addressing Growing Environmental Concerns

There is a continued effort within the oil and gas industry to reduce disposal costs.
Table 14
Heating Values per 10" Element CUNO products feature a coreless design, use no metal parts, and are suitable for
shredding or incineration, to address this growing issue. Beta-Klean and Petro-Klean
2 Beta-Klean 8,000 BTU filters have long service lives which reduce both the number of filters needed and
2 Petro-Klean 8,000 BTU disposal costs in general.
2 #4 Fuel Oil 18,500 BTU Incineration can be a recommended option and the ease of incineration is
enhanced by the high BTU values (per 10" element) as shown in Table 14.

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CUNO … A World Leader In Fluid Purification
CUNO is a U.S. based multinational, high technology company with worldwide
distribution and manufacturing facilities. The majority of CUNO’s manufacturing
sites have ISO 9001 registered quality systems. Global manufacturing sites together
CUNO’s world-class with trained stocking distributors and state-of-the-art laboratory support bring
quality solutions to challenging gas processing applications.
manufacturing plants are

located throughout the

world assuring

a consistent

supply of advanced

filtration products for

gas processing, oil refining

and petrochemical

applications.

CUNO Engineered Filtration Solutions

CUNO is a world class manufacturer of innovative filtration products with
engineers, scientists, and filtration specialists serving customers’ needs worldwide.
A dedicated staff of market specialists provides engineered filtration solutions to
accommodate a wide range of contamination control problems.
CUNO is renowned for its technical expertise and continues to invest aggressively
in research and development, expand laboratory facilities, and develop pilot plant
capabilities. Pursuit of innovation has yielded advances in filtration technology
and resulted in a multitude of engineered contamination control solutions for a
variety of applications.
Such innovation is responsible for the development of many filtration products
for gas processing applications. These products dramatically improve process
fluid purity, enabling customers to achieve increased process efficiency, process
protection, and reduced manufacturing costs.

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CUNO Incorporated - Over 80 Years of Solutions
When looking for a solution to challenging gas filtration, the industry has turned to
CUNO for performance. CUNO has achieved a leadership position by striving to be
the best supplier of high quality products designed to provide cost effective solutions.
Some filter manufacturers offer a limited range or a single filter option. CUNO,
however, understands that each application is unique and there is always an alternative.
CUNO has both the experience and the breadth of products to provide quality
improvements and dramatic cost savings for the customer.

Scientific Applications Support Services (SASS)

The cornerstone of CUNO’s philosophy is service to customers, not only in product
quality and prompt delivery, but also in validation, application support and in the
sharing of scientific information.
CUNO’s Scientific Applications Support Services works closely with customers to solve
difficult filtration challenges and to recommend the most efficient, economical filter
systems. SASS specialists can perform on-site testing and utilize filtration applications
expertise to partner with customers.
CUNO resolves filtration problems promptly and efficiently in a cost-effective,
confidential manner with a commercial support group consisting of CUNO’s in-house
customer service staff, application specialists, and engineering services. CUNO’s broad
distributor base and sales offices provide worldwide customer service, local inventory,
and field support in virtually every major center of manufacturing for the gas processing
industry.

Total Quality Management & ISO 9001 Standards

CUNO has maintained its leadership in fluid filtration and purification by continually
providing superior products and technical support. CUNO filtration systems are
designed and manufactured to the most stringent industry standards to assure the
reliability of CUNO systems that gas processors have come to expect.
CUNO has established a Total Quality Management (TQM) program for all facets
of its operations. An essential part of the CUNO TQM program is the creation of
multi-function teams whose combined expertise is devoted to continuous improvement
of processes, procedures, and quality systems. Another important element of the
CUNO TQM system is active senior management support and participation. CUNO
is fully committed to the tenets of the TQM program and provides a support system
for the quality process. The principal CUNO manufacturing plants are ISO 9001
registered. At CUNO, Quality is defined by the never ending pursuit for continuous
improvement in products, services, and personnel.

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