Facet SM-422FC-5 FC-Grade High Precision Fuel Water Separator Element

Facet SM-422FC-5 belongs to SM-series FC high-precision separation category. Different from FA general-purpose elements focused on basic water removal, FC grade emphasizes enhanced interception capability against micro-scale moisture. As the cost-effective precision option in the whole Facet interchangeable product matrix, SM-series filters deliver qualified separation performance for conventional high-cleanliness working scenarios without adopting the upgraded synthetic media used in SS series.

The filter media undergoes strict permanent hydrophobic modification to maintain stable water repellency under continuous fuel flushing. Integral epoxy end cap sealing avoids fluid bypass and short-circuit filtration, while reinforced inner support prevents media expansion under fluctuating differential pressure. For projects requiring improved fuel dryness and controlled procurement budget, SM-422FC-5 offers a balanced solution between filtration precision and operating costs.

Working Principle

SM-422FC-5 implements Facet’s proven inside-out hydrophobic repulsion separation mechanism:

1. Fuel carrying coalesced water droplets and trace emulsified moisture flows radially from inner core to outer media layer.

2. FC-grade fine-density hydrophobic fiber structure thoroughly intercepts free water and micro water droplets to prevent penetration.

3. Only dry, qualified jet fuel, diesel and light hydrocarbon fluids pass smoothly through the filter layer.

4. Trapped water accumulates on the outer surface, aggregates into large water masses and settles by gravity to realize complete fuel-water separation.

Core Features

- FC high-precision grade: Superior capability of removing micro residual water compared with standard FA elements

- SM-series economical positioning: Balanced precision and competitive total cost of ownership

- Permanent hydrophobic media: Stable water blocking effect, suppress fuel secondary emulsification

- Medium-size optimized structure: Adapted to medium-flow continuous fuel purification

- Integral leak-proof sealing: Ensure full filtration efficiency without bypass leakage

- 100% OEM dimensional interchangeable: Direct installation without housing modification

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

SM-422FC-5 separation elements are widely used in medium-flow fuel purification systems, including general aviation fuel stations, industrial fuel supply pipelines, small and medium-sized oil depots and modular fuel separation skids. It acts as secondary fine separation equipment to remove micro moisture and fine particles, improving fuel clarity and dryness, and protecting downstream fuel pumps, flow meters and control valves against water-induced corrosion and abrasive wear.

Product Advantages

1. FC precision grade design, effectively capturing micro-water which cannot be fully separated by ordinary FA filters

2. SM-series cost-effective scheme, suitable for projects pursuing moderate precision and budget control

3. Stable low pressure drop, reliable performance for long-term medium-flow continuous operation

4. Simple installation and maintenance, no extra modification required during replacement

5. Full ST/SS/SM series Facet separator filters available for one-stop supporting procurement

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between SM-422FC-5 and FA-grade elements?

A: SM-422FC-5 is FC precision grade with denser fiber structure, capable of intercepting micro emulsified water, while FA grade is only suitable for removing large free water for basic purification demands.

Q: Can SM-422FC-5 replace ST422FC-5?

A: They share identical installation dimensions and can be interchanged. ST series adopts standard configuration, while SM series is positioned for economical conventional working conditions.

Q: Is SM-422FC-5 suitable for aviation fuel applications?

A: It meets API-1581 standards and fits conventional aviation fuel systems without extreme ultra-high cleanliness requirements.