Harmsco HC/40-5 | 5 Micron Pleated Polyester Filter Cartridge for HUR-40HP Housing
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The Harmsco HC-40-5 Hurricane® Pleated Filter Cartridge is a high-performance replacement filter designed for reliable sediment removal in commercial and industrial water filtration systems. Manufactured with Polyester-Plus™ filter media, this 5-micron nominal cartridge provides excellent dirt-holding capacity while maintaining low initial pressure loss and high flow performance.
Its deeply pleated construction offers approximately 40 square feet of filtration surface area, helping extend filter life and reduce replacement frequency. Thermally bonded PVC end caps provide a secure sealing surface, while the durable PVC center core adds strength for demanding filtration applications.
Designed for the Harmsco HUR-40HP filter housing, the Harmsco HC-40-5 delivers a recommended flow rate of 35 GPM and a maximum flow rate of 50 GPM. Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61, it is suitable for drinking water filtration, reverse osmosis pretreatment, cooling towers, municipal water systems, industrial process water, and other commercial filtration applications.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Harmsco HC/40-5 (HC-40-5) |
| Brand | Harmsco Filtration Products |
| Product Type | Hurricane® Pleated Sediment Filter Cartridge |
| Micron Rating | 5 Micron Nominal |
| Filter Media | Polyester-Plus™ |
| Filtration Surface Area | Approximately 40 sq. ft. per Cartridge |
| Outer Diameter | 7.75 in. (7-3/4″) |
| Inner Diameter | 2.125 in. (2-1/8″) |
| Overall Length | 9.625 in. (9-5/8″) |
| End Caps | Thermally Bonded Pliable PVC with Built-In Sealing Surface |
| Center Core | PVC |
| Cartridge Configuration | Double Open End (DOE) |
| Recommended Flow Rate | 35 GPM |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 50 GPM (189 LPM / 12 m³/hr) |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 140°F (60°C) |
| Pressure Rating | 150 PSI (Housing/System Rating; Verify Cartridge Operating Limits) |
| Housing Compatibility | Harmsco HUR-40HP Filter Housing |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI Standard 61 |
| Product Features | High Flow Capability, Low Initial Pressure Loss, Cleanable and Reusable Media in Most Applications, Extended Filter Runs |
| Applications | Drinking Water Filtration, Reverse Osmosis Pretreatment, Cooling Towers, Municipal Water Systems, Industrial Process Water, Chilled Water Loops, Food and Beverage Filtration, Desalination Pretreatment, Marine and Aquatic Filtration, and Industrial Coolant Filtration |
Harmsco HC-40-5 Filter for High-Flow 5-Micron Water Filtration
The Harmsco HC-40-5 filter provides reliable 5-micron nominal filtration for commercial and industrial water treatment systems. Its pleated design offers approximately 40 square feet of filtration area. As a result, the cartridge captures sediment while supporting high flow rates and longer filter life.
High-Performance Polyester-Plus™ Filter Media
The Harmsco HC-40-5 filter uses durable Polyester-Plus™ media to remove sediment and suspended particles from water. In addition, its pleated design provides a large filtration area with low initial pressure loss.
The increased surface area also supports greater sediment capacity. Therefore, facilities can benefit from longer filter runs and fewer cartridge changes.
High Flow Rates for Industrial Water Treatment
The HC-40-5 replacement filter delivers a recommended flow rate of 35 GPM and a maximum flow rate of 50 GPM.
Moreover, Harmsco recommends operating at approximately 70% of maximum flow for optimal performance. This helps industrial facilities maintain steady water flow while reducing routine filter changes.
Durable Construction and Housing Compatibility
The cartridge measures 7-3/4 inches in outer diameter and 9-5/8 inches in length. It also features a 2-1/8-inch inner diameter and a Double Open End (DOE) design.
In addition, the cartridge fits the Harmsco HUR-40HP filter housing. Its pleated construction supports reliable filtration in commercial and industrial systems.
Applications for the Harmsco HC-40-5 Filter
The Harmsco HC-40-5 filter supports a wide range of B2B water treatment applications.
For example, it is suitable for cooling towers, reverse osmosis pretreatment, and industrial process water. It also supports chilled water loops, desalination pretreatment, and industrial coolant filtration.
Furthermore, the cartridge can be used in municipal drinking water, food and beverage processing, and marine filtration systems.
Reduce Filter Changes and Maintenance Costs
The Harmsco Hurricane® Series provides a large filtration area for systems that require high water flow. As a result, its pleated media helps extend filter runs and reduce cartridge replacement frequency.
In addition, fewer filter changes can help businesses reduce maintenance time and operating costs.
Overall, the Harmsco HC-40-5 filter is a practical replacement cartridge for maintaining reliable filtration performance.
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Specifications and Applications of Harmsco HC-40-5 Filter
The 5 micron Hurricane filter is designed for water filtration applications requiring nominal 5-micron filtration, high flow capability and increased surface area for contaminant loading. Its 40 sq. ft. pleated media surface supports longer filter runs and fewer cartridge change-outs.
Use Cases & Industry Applications
- Reverse Osmosis Pre-Filtration
Supports pre-filtration before the reverse osmosis stage by helping remove particulate matter from the feed water. - Municipal Drinking Water Filtration
Suitable for applicable municipal drinking water filtration systems. - Commercial/Residential Drinking Water Filtration
Designed for applicable commercial and residential drinking water filtration applications. - Desalination Pre-Filtration
Supports pre-filtration processes in applicable desalination systems. - Cooling Tower Filtration
Suitable for filtration of circulating cooling water in applicable cooling tower system controls. - Chill Water Loop Filtration
Can be used in applicable chill water loop filtration systems. - Food & Beverage Filtration
Suitable for applicable food and beverage filtration processes. - Marine/Aquatic Filtration
Designed for applicable marine and aquatic filtration applications. - Industrial Water Filtration
Supports filtration requirements in industrial water treatment systems. - Industrial Coolant Filtration
Suitable for applicable industrial coolant filtration applications.
Harmsco specifically lists these applications for its Premium Hurricane® Polyester Cartridges, including reverse osmosis pre-filtration, drinking water filtration, desalination pre-filtration, cooling tower filtration, chill water loops, food and beverage filtration, marine/aquatic filtration, industrial water filtration and industrial coolant filtration.
Product Features of the HC-40-5 Replacement Filter
The HC-40-5 replacement filter is designed with features that support high-flow filtration and reduced maintenance requirements:
- 40 sq. ft. of filtration media for increased loading capacity
- 5-micron nominal filtration for particulate removal
- Pleated Polyester-Plus™ media for high flow capability and lower initial pressure drop
- Thermally bonded construction combining the end cap, center tube and media for added strength
- Longer filter runs that can reduce the frequency of change-outs
- Cleanable and reusable in most filtration applications and micron ratings
- High-flow performance with a recommended flow rate of 35 GPM
- Reduced waste disposal through fewer cartridge replacements
The Harmsco brochure states that its Hurricane cartridges are cleanable/reusable in most filtration applications and micron ratings and highlights fewer cartridges, fewer change-outs, lower maintenance costs and longer filter runs as key features.
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FAQs
1. What is the Harmsco HC-40-5 filter?
The Harmsco HC-40-5 filter is a premium Hurricane® pleated polyester filter cartridge with a nominal 5-micron rating and approximately 40 sq. ft. of filtration media. It is designed for high-flow water filtration applications and is compatible with the Harmsco HUR-40HP housing.
2. What is the micron rating of the Harmsco HC-40-5?
The HC-40-5 5 micron filter has a nominal filtration rating of 5 microns. Harmsco’s Premium Hurricane Polyester Series includes 5-micron cartridges among its available nominal micron ratings.
3. What are the dimensions of the Harmsco HC-40-5 replacement filter?
The HC-40-5 replacement filter measures 7-3/4 inches in outer diameter and 9-5/8 inches in length. The supplied product specifications list a 2-1/8-inch inner diameter with a Double Open End (DOE) configuration.
4. What is the flow rate of the Harmsco HC-40-5 filter?
The Harmsco HC-40-5 Hurricane filter has a recommended flow rate of 35 GPM and a maximum flow rate of 50 GPM, equivalent to 189 LPM or 12 m³/hr. Harmsco recommends operating at 70% of the maximum flow rate for optimum performance.
5. What type of media does the HC-40-5 use?
The cartridge uses pleated Polyester-Plus™ filter media. Its pleated construction provides approximately 40 sq. ft. of media surface area, supporting increased loading capacity, longer filter runs and high-flow performance.
6. What housing is compatible with the Harmsco HC-40-5?
The Harmsco Hurricane 40 HP filter is designed for use with the Harmsco HUR-40HP filter housing.
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