3M™ ZVS Series In-Line Housings offer the high-quality electro polished surface finish for ease of cleaning. Wetted surfaces are further electro polished to a 10 micro inch Ra surface finish to help limit bacterial and particulate adhesion. A bayonet cartridge interlock design allows for easy cleaning, and a positive locking retention mechanism secures the filter cartridge even during back pressure surges. A 316L stainless steel clamp secures the housing base and dome permitting rapid filter change outs.Each filter housing is hydrostatically tested to provide long term, efficient operation even in demanding environments. All housings are supplied with silicone gaskets that comply with CFR 21 requirements for direct food and drug contact.3M™ ZVS Series In-Line Housings are designed for liquid or gas service and can easily be cleaned-in-place (CIP), steamed-in-place (SIP), or hot water sanitized. The 316L stainless steel in-line ZVS series accept one code 7 style filter element (double 226 O-rings with bayonet locking tabs with a spear top) in 10", 30", or 40" length. The 5" housing accepts a single filter with double 226 O-rings and bayonet locking tabs with a flat top. All 3M ZVS Series Filter Housings are equipped with 1/2" sanitary vent and drain ports; vent and drain valves are available as optional accessories.A History of Innovation For more than a century, 3M has applied innovation and technology to improve our customers' lives and support their business goals. From our headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota, we serve industrial and commercial customers and consumers in nearly 200 countries. Across thousands of products, the 3M brand represents consistency, superior quality and value. Our success begins with a culture of creative collaboration that inspires a never ending stream of powerful technologies and product solutions that make life better. We have an ability to apply our technologies - often in combination - to an endless array of real-world customer needs. Of course, all of this is made possible by the people of 3M and our singular commitment to make life easier and better for people around the world. Toward that end, 3M is committed to providing innovative, cost-effective products that help protect people, equipment and our environment. 3M Purification Inc. provides filtration and separation solutions for residential, foodservice, science labs, industrial, marine and other applications.