100% woven polypropylene, and is ideal for low temperature environments.
A 100% polyester needle felt breather bag designed for breathing applications such as venting hoppers and other contained vessels.
Product Description
A 100% polyester needle felt breather bag designed for breathing applications such as venting hoppers and other contained vessels.
Application
- Designed for breathing applications such as venting hoppers and other contained vessels.
- The BFM® breather may become required as the BFM® connectors create a 100% sealed system.
Key Features
Vents out your process to maintain product quality
Capable of running at high temperatures
Conditions and Compliance
FM1 Breather Bag
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Physical properties
Material/Fibre
Polyester
Colour
White
Construction/ Finish
Polyester multi-filament scrim supported needle felt, superglazed one side
Wall Thickness (+/- 10%)
1.7mm / 1/16 inch
Weight
550 g/m2 / 16.22 oz/yd2
Breathable
Yes
Bursting Strength (kg)
45.7+
Dust tight?
No
Operating Conditions
Max. Operating Temp
130°C / 266°F
Operating Temp Range
- 20 to 130°C / - 4 to 266°F
Surge Temp
150°C / 302°F
Surface Resistivity (0hms)*
108
Air Permeability
17 (cm3/cm2/sec at 125Pa) / 33 (ft3/ft2/min at 0.5 inch wg)
Vibration
Yes
Oscillation
Yes
Compression
No
Certification and Compliance
FDA and USDA
FDA 21 CFR 177.2800
3A Certified
The BFM® cuff and spigot system is a 3A certified 63-04 sanitary fitting.
EU Approved
(EC) 1935/2004 & 10/2011
Atex Certified
No
Dimensions
Available Diameters
- Ø100mm,
- Ø125mm then
- Ø150mm - 650mm (in 50mm increments).
(Max. for Tool Release is 650mm)
Applicable Connector Lengths
- 100mm (4") to 1,000mm (3ft 3") in 50mm (2") increments
Options
Available with SS Rings?
(min. length for all is 150mm)
No
Available with Plastic Rings?
(min. length for all is 150mm)
No
Available as Tool Release?
Yes to Ø650mm
Available as Tapered?
No
Quick Access Port Option?
No
Hear from a BFM® fitting expert
Listen to our Technical Lead, Matthew Bailey, speak in-depth about the features and benefits of our FM1 Breather Bag.
Product Option
Tool Release (TR)
For added security, this option has a significantly firmer snap-band that makes it virtually impossible to remove by hand and requires a specially shaped tool.
Getting Started with BFM® fittings
We have Authorized Distributors who will help work through what you want to achieve and how BFM® fitting can improve your plant.
Tips and Guides
For some useful technical tips and information get you started with selecting the BFM® fitting system.
Installation Process
Helpful information for the entire installation process, from measuring up for the initial welding of your spigots to snap-fitting your connectors.
Contact Us
If you would like to discuss your unique application, please contact us and we'll help find a solution for you.