The Future of Aviation Fuel Filtration:
FA-CIF Series Microfilters
EI 1590 Qualified. Same Performance, Better Planet.
Efficiency Meets Sustainability:
The FA-CIF Advantage
FA-CIF Series Microfilters are engineered for sustainable operations. Their metal-free, coreless design delivers EI 1590-qualified performance with dramatically lower operational costs and environmental impact.
Up to 45% lighter than standard microfilters, reducing transportation costs
Metal-free and fully incinerable, crushing to 20% of original size for easier disposal
Faster, easier, and safer to install, saving up to 4 hours per changeout
Up to 80% less waste volume, reducing both disposal costs and environmental footprint
How it works
Specifications
- Qualified to EI 1590
- Micron Ratings: 1, 2, 3, and 5 µm
- Nominal Lengths: 14½”, 38¾, 44″ & 56″ (370 mm, 730 mm, 1118 mm & 1422 mm)
- Outside Diameter: 6″ (152 mm)
- Inside Diameter: 3.5″ (89 mm)
- Max Operating Temperature: 240 °F (115 ºC)
- Initial Differential Pressure: 2 psid (0.14 bar) or less
- Terminal Differential Pressure: 15 psid (1.03 bar)
- Design Collapse Pressure: 75 psid (5.17 bar)
- pH Range: from 5 to 9
- Flow Direction: Outside to In
- Compatible with Facet M Series and standard housings
End-to-End Sustainability & Efficiency
From transport to disposal, FA-CIF filters deliver value at every stage.
Lighter Logistics & Lower Emissions
Up to 45% lighter than standard microfilters
Reduced shipping costs, fewer truckloads, lower carbon footprint
Faster, Easier, Safer Installation
Save up to 4 hours per changeout
Less downtime, reduced physical strain on teams, simplified retrofit with CIF Center Tube Kit
Sustainable Disposal & Reduced Costs
Up to 80% less waste volume
Metal-free, fully incinerable, crushable to 20% of original size
Same Performance.
Better Planet.
EI 1590-Qualified in 1, 2, 3, and 5 µm
Proven filtration performance, full aviation compliance
Unlock Sustainable Filtration with the CIF Center Tube Kit
With the CIF Center Tube Kit, retrofitting is simple. The kit provides everything needed for a simple one-time conversion of existing microfilter elements to FA-CIF elements. It’s designed for seamless integration with your existing infrastructure—no major modifications, no extended downtime, no complicated conversions.
- Universal Compatibility: Designed to fit a wide range of housing lengths
- One-Time Setup: Simply install the semi-permanent center tube to enable ongoing use of sustainable, coreless elements
- No Major Modifications: Upgrade your facility without extended downtime or complex engineering changes
Why Facet?
Facet is committed to delivering high-performance filtration solutions that meet the unique needs of your industry. Our FA-CIF Series filters reflect our dedication to sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
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