SM‑324FA‑5 Separator Filter Element, Facet Replacement for Jet‑Fuel Filter‑Separator

Two‑stage filter‑separator system is essential for aviation fuel purification in refineries and fuel terminals, Oil Filtration Machine supplies complete coalescer‑separator consumable kits. SM‑324FA‑5 separator filter element belongs to Facet SM‑series hydrophobic separator cartridge, acting as the critical second‑stage component after coalescer filter element. It repels enlarged water droplets generated by upstream coalescer, to avoid water carry‑over contaminating clean hydrocarbon fuel.

SM‑324FA‑5 is manufactured with specially treated hydrophobic composite glass‑fiber media. After jet‑fuel mixed with coalesced large water droplets arrives at cartridge outer surface, water droplets are blocked and cannot penetrate the media wall. Blocked water droplets aggregate and grow bigger, finally sink down to the bottom sump of filter‑separator housing under gravity, while clean fuel flows inward and passes to downstream pipeline. The reinforced support core improves anti‑collapse performance under fluctuating flow and pressure.

Our full Facet SM‑series separator product portfolio includes SM‑318FA‑5, SM‑324FA‑5, SM‑412FC‑5, SM‑33FD‑5, SM‑48FF‑5, SM‑56FF‑5. SM‑series separator cartridges must be matched with corresponding CA‑series / CM‑series Facet coalescer filter elements. Each separator element will complete ISO 2941 collapse‑burst test and hydrophobic property inspection before delivery. More product info: Gas Filter Element.

SM‑324FA‑5 is widely used in medium‑size aviation fuel depots, refinery jet‑fuel processing units and petrochemical light‑hydrocarbon dehydration system. It cannot work alone; complete separation effect relies on matched upstream coalescer cartridge. View our solution: Industrial Oil Purification Equipment.

FAQ

Q: What will happen if SM‑324FA‑5 loses hydrophobic performance?

A: Water carry‑over occurs, outlet fuel water content exceeds standard value, causes corrosion for downstream valves and pipelines.

Q: Which coalescer filter shall match SM‑324FA‑5?

A: Corresponding CA‑series or CM‑series Facet‑type coalescer filter element is recommended for system matching.

Q: Can I only replace coalescer and keep old SM‑324FA‑5 separator?

A: Not recommended. Separator media may also be polluted, better replace coalescer and separator as a full set.

Q: What is recommended replacement differential pressure?

A: Replace full filter set when system differential pressure reaches 12‑15 psi.

Item	Value
Main Reference Model	SM‑324FA‑5
Full SM‑series Facet Separator List	SM‑318FA‑5, SM‑324FA‑5, SM‑412FC‑5, SM‑33FD‑5, SM‑48FF‑5, SM‑56FF‑5
Filter Media	Hydrophobic composite glass‑fiber media
Support Core Material	Carbon steel / 304SS / 316SS optional
Working Medium	Jet‑A1, kerosene, light hydrocarbon liquid
Max Differential Pressure	50 psid
Recommended Set Replacement DP	12‑15 psi (coalescer & separator replaced together)
Cross‑Reference Brand	Facet
Key Test Item	ISO 2941 collapse‑burst test, hydrophobic performance test
Matched Upstream Coalescer	CA‑series, CM‑series Facet coalescer filter element
Applicable Equipment	Facet‑style filter‑separator vessel