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Epiphene CPH-16 — Premium Filtration That Looks Like Magic

Silt and sand out. Uptime in. The CPH-16 delivers high-efficiency solids separation with whisper-low pressure loss — protecting heat exchangers, emitters, and membranes while cutting energy waste. Think of it as the kidney of your system, tuned for performance.

Direct answer: The Epiphene CPH-16 delivers high-efficiency solids separation — 94% capture at 15 microns, 66% at 5 microns, and 30% at 1 micron in a single pass — protecting heat exchangers, emitters, and membranes from silt and sand. It runs at just 1–3 psi pressure drop versus 5–12 psi for conventional media filters, uses zero consumables, and requires only automated purge instead of manual backwash, which is what drives its 3–5% pump kWh savings and typical sub-24-month ROI.

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94% @ 15 µm
Single-Pass Efficiency
1–3 psi
Pressure Drop (ΔP)
Zero
Consumables
3–5%
Pump kWh Saved
Why the Spec Matters

James's spec right-sizes body and purge to the actual particle load, integrates with pump curves and NPSH, and balances micron capture vs. headloss for the best lifetime cost. Projects led by seasoned specifiers hit targets on day one — no trial-and-error.

Lifetime Advantage — CPH-16 vs. Media/Bag Filters

Proven ROI in Numbers

FactorCPH-16 SeparatorMedia / Bag Filters
Capture Efficiency94% @ 15 µm · 66% @ 5 µm · 30% @ 1 µm (single pass)20–25 µm nominal capture (40–50% @ 10 µm)
Pressure Drop1–3 psi ΔP → 3–5% pump-energy savings5–12 psi ΔP → higher horsepower demand
ConsumablesNo bags, cartridges, or media to replaceFrequent bag & media change-outs
MaintenanceAutomated purge → near-zero downtimeManual backwash → water loss + labor
MaterialsBuilt for seawater / industrial fluids — no exotic alloysRequires coatings / exotic metals for compatibility
Key Wins

Water-conservation compliant (CA & Western US) · Zero landfill consumables · Lower kWh → rebate eligible · Retrofit-ready — no re-piping · ROI under 24 months (typical)

FAQ

CPH-16 FAQ

What does the Epiphene CPH-16 filter out?

The CPH-16 delivers high-efficiency solids separation — 94% capture at 15 microns, 66% at 5 microns, and 30% at 1 micron in a single pass — protecting heat exchangers, emitters, and membranes from silt and sand.

How does CPH-16 compare to bag or media filters?

CPH-16 achieves 2–4× finer particle capture in a single pass with 1–3 psi pressure drop versus 5–12 psi for media filters, while eliminating consumable bags/media and requiring only automated purge instead of manual backwash.

Does CPH-16 work in seawater applications?

Yes — CPH-16 is seawater-ready and built for industrial fluids without requiring exotic alloys or special coatings.

What is the typical ROI timeline for a CPH-16 retrofit?

Typical ROI is under 24 months, driven by 3–5% annual pump kWh savings, eliminated consumable costs, and 80–90% less labor and downtime compared to bag/media filtration.

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