Facet SS324FA-5 SS-Series Fuel Water Separator Replacement Element

LEFILTER aftermarket Facet SS324FA-5 separator filter is a standard FA-grade separation cartridge belonging to the professional SS-series fuel purification lineup. Designed as a universal secondary separation component for Facet industrial fuel filter separators, this element adopts upgraded synthetic hydrophobic fiber media and standardized 324-size structural layout. Optimized for medium-flow fuel treatment systems, SS324FA-5 delivers stable water repellency, consistent low-pressure-drop operation and reliable fine impurity interception. It effectively removes residual free water and tiny particulate contaminants after coalescing filtration, solving common fuel turbidity, trace water exceeding standard and pipeline corrosion issues. Fully dimensionally and performance matched with original Facet SS-series housings, it supports fast, tool-free plug-and-play replacement for aviation fuel stations, industrial fuel processing and bulk fuel transfer systems.

SS Series Product Features & Differences

Different from conventional ST-series separators, the Facet SS324FA-5 features improved synthetic fiber formula and standardized industrial-grade structural design, with better media stability and adaptability for long-term industrial cyclic operation. As a classic FA-standard separator model, it balances flow efficiency, dirt holding capacity and cost performance, making it one of the most versatile general-purpose separation elements in the Facet SS product range.

The entire filter layer is permanently hydrophobic treated, featuring zero water absorption and excellent anti-emulsification performance. The integrated end cap bonding and rigid internal support structure prevent media expansion, bypass leakage and structural failure under fluctuating pressure. Compared with customized FD/FE/FF high-grade models, SS324FA-5 is more suitable for conventional working conditions with stable flow and moderate contamination, providing stable and economical long-cycle fuel-water separation.

Separation Working Principle

SS324FA-5 follows the mature hydrophobic repulsion separation mechanism of Facet two-stage filtration systems:

1. Pre-treated fuel with coalesced macroscopic water droplets flows inside-out through the SS324FA-5 filter media.

2. Professional FA-grade hydrophobic fiber structure completely repels water droplets, blocking all free water penetration.

3. Only dry, qualified jet fuel, diesel and light hydrocarbon media pass through the separator smoothly.

4. Trapped water droplets gather on the outer surface, merge into large water masses, and settle into the bottom sump by gravity to complete full fuel-water separation.

Full Facet ST/SS/SM Series Complete Model List

ST Series

ST318FA-5, ST324FA-5, ST412FC-5, ST415FB-5, ST417FB-5, ST422FC-5, ST424FB-5, ST430FB-5, ST432FC-5, ST436FB-5, ST609FB-5, ST609FF-5, ST611FD-5, ST612FB-5, ST614FD-5, ST616FD-5, ST618FB-5, ST622FD-5, ST624FB-5, ST624FE-5, ST624FF-5, ST629FD-5, ST630FB-5, ST630FD-5, ST630FE-5, ST630FF-5, ST633FB-5, ST633FD-5, ST636FB-5, ST636FD-5, ST636FE-5, ST636FF-5, ST638FD-5, ST640FD-5, ST640FE-5, ST640FF-5, ST643FD-5, ST644FB-5, ST644FD-5, ST644FE-5, ST644FF-5, ST648FD-5, ST648FE-5, ST648FF-5, ST656FB-5, ST656FF-5

SS Series

SS318FA-5, SS324FA-5, SS412FC-5, SS415FB-5, SS417FB-5, SS422FC-5, SS424FB-5, SS430FB-5, SS432FC-5, SS436FB-5, SS609FB-5, SS609FF-5, SS611FD-5, SS612FB-5, SS614FD-5, SS616FD-5, SS618FB-5, SS622FD-5, SS624FB-5, SS624FE-5, SS624FF-5, SS629FD-5, SS630FB-5, SS630FD-5, SS630FE-5, SS630FF-5, SS633FB-5, SS633FD-5, SS636FB-5, SS636FD-5, SS636FE-5, SS636FF-5, SS638FD-5, SS640FD-5, SS640FE-5, SS640FF-5, SS643FD-5, SS644FB-5, SS644FD-5, SS644FE-5, SS644FF-5, SS648FD-5, SS648FE-5, SS648FF-5, SS656FB-5, SS656FF-5

SM Series

SM-318FA-5, SM-324FA-5, SM-412FC-5, SM-415FB-5, SM-417FB-5, SM-422FC-5, SM-424FB-5, SM-430FB-5, SM-432FC-5, SM-436FB-5, SM-09FB-5, SM-09FF-5, SM-11FD-5, SM-12FB-5, SM-14FD-5, SM-16FD-5, SM-18FB-5, SM-22FD-5, SM-24FB-5, SM-24FE-5, SM-24FF-5, SM-29FD-5, SM-30FB-5, SM-30FD-5, SM-30FE-5, SM-33FB-5, SM-33FD-5, SM-36FB-5, SM-36FD-5, SM-36FE-5, SM-36FF-5, SM-38FD-5, SM-40FD-5, SM-40FE-5, SM-40FF-5, SM-43FB-5, SM-43FD-5, SM-44FB-5, SM-44FD-5, SM-44FE-5, SM-44FF-5, SM-48FD-5, SM-48FF-5, SM-56FB-5, SM-56FF-5

Application Scenarios

SS324FA-5 separation elements are widely applicable to medium-flow fuel purification scenarios, including general aviation fuel depots, industrial fuel supply systems, petrochemical auxiliary fuel pipelines, small and medium-sized fuel terminal stations and skid-mounted fuel separator equipment. It provides stable secondary separation protection, effectively eliminating trace water and fine particles, ensuring finished fuel cleanliness and protecting downstream valves, meters and fuel delivery pumps from corrosion and wear.

SS Series Unique Advantages

1. SS-series upgraded synthetic media, stronger chemical stability than ordinary ST-series elements

2. Standard FA-grade universal specification, wide compatibility for most Facet separation vessels

3. Balanced flow and dirt holding design, ideal for long-term stable industrial operation

4. Economical and durable, low maintenance cost for conventional fuel treatment systems

5. Full SS/ST/SM series supporting models in stock for one-stop matching purchase

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between SS324FA-5 and ST324FA-5?

A: Both share the same size and FA-grade separation performance, while SS series adopts optimized synthetic fiber media with better aging resistance and stability for long-term industrial working conditions, more suitable for frequent cyclic operation than ST series.

Q: Is SS324FA-5 compatible with original Facet equipment?

A: 100% plug-and-play interchangeable, fully consistent with original installation size and separation efficiency.

Q: What working conditions is SS324FA-5 suitable for?

A: It is the best choice for medium-flow, stable-load, conventional fuel purification systems, with high cost performance and stable operation.