
BMB Series Bag Filter Housing
Key Features
- Multi-Bag Filter Housing
- Bottom In, Bottom Out: low, inline inlet and outlet nozzles
- ASME Design/Industrial Non-Code Design
- NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 certification available for SS304 and SS316
Overview
BMB stands for Bottom In, Bottom Out, referring to the inlet and outlet nozzles positioned low on the vessel and in line with each other. The BMB Series combines multiple Size 2 bags in one vessel. Bags are accessed through a swing-bolt cover without ladders or platforms. Model sizes, connection sizes and bag quantities can be selected to suit the process.
Applications
- •Air & Gas
- •Desalination
- •Coolant
- •Water
- •Electronics
- •Coatings
- •Oil & Gas
- •Chemical
- •Pulp & Paper
- •Power
- •Marine
- •Equipment
FAQs
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What certifications does the BMB Series housing meet?
The BMB Series is available with ASME U-stamp, NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 certification for potable water on SS304 and SS316 models, PED (European Pressure Equipment Directive), and CRN (Canadian Registration Number) certifications.
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What material options are available for BMB housings?
BMB housings are available in carbon steel, 304 stainless, 316 stainless, Duplex 2205, Super Duplex 2507, Hastelloy C276, and Monel 400 to handle various process chemistries.
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What internal lining options are available?
BMB housings can be lined with ceramic, epoxy, PFA, ETFE (Tefzel), ECTFE (Halar), PVDF (Kynar), or rubber for corrosion protection in aggressive chemical applications.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| inlet outlet | 2" Flange -18" Flange |
| dirty drain | ½" NPT on all sizes* |
| clean drain | 2" NPT on all sizes* |
| vent | ½" NPT on all sizes* |
| gauges | ½" NPT on all sizes* |
| basket | 1/8" on 3/16" perforated plate*, *Other basket options available |
| headlift | Mechanical Davit (std) for up to BMB38*, Hydraulic Davit on BMB40 and larger* |
| legs | Angle Iron Legs with footpads* |
| closure | Swing bolt closure* |
| standard pressure | 150 PSI |
| standard temperature | 250°F (121.1°C) |
| material construction | Carbon Steel, Stainless 304, Stainless 316, Duplex 2205, Super Duplex 2507, Hastelloy C276, Monel 400 |
| certifications | ASME, NSF 61, PED, CRN |
| internal lining | None, Ceramic, Epoxy, PFA, ETFE (i.e. Tefzel), ECTFE (i.e. Halar), PVDF (i.e. Kynar), Rubber Lined |
| special service | None, Sour Service, Lethal Service |
| feature | Bottom In & Out |
| max temperature | 400°F (204°C) |
* Indicates standard configuration
Options
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| basket options | (-) – 1/8" on 3/16" perforated basket*, MB__ - Mesh lined basket (insert mesh size in open space) |
| finish options | (-) – External paint "National Blue"* (for carbon steel housings), (-) – Bead Blast* (for stainless steel 304 and 316), EP1 – Electro polish Inside/Outside, EP2 – Inside only, EP3 – Outside only, PP – Passivation |
| o ring options | (-) – Buna-N*, ED – EPDM, VI – Viton, SI – Silicone, TEV – Teflon encapsulated Viton |
| head lift options | (-) – K1 – Head lift (standard 18" +)*, K2 – Hinge (standard 16")*, K3 – Hydraulic Jack Davit Side, K4 – Hydraulic Jack Davit Top |
| accessories | Direct Reading Gauge, DP Gauge, Safety Relief Valves, Vent Valves, Drain Valves, Air Eliminator, Omega Springs, Balloon/Liquid Displacer, Bag Magnets |
* Indicates standard configuration
Datasheet
Specifications, dimensions, drawings, and ordering information.
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
Instructions for installing, operating, and maintaining this series.