Innovative Technologies for Safe and Hygenic Devices
Maximize Comfort and Hygiene of Ostomy and Urology Care Devices
Porex specializes in designing and developing customized solutions to enhance the comfort and hygiene of ostomy and urology care devices. Our range of hydrophobic vents and filters for urine collection products and ostomy bags are meticulously crafted to meet the needs of device manufacturers. With our expertise in solving medical device design challenges related to wicking, venting, and filtering, we help our customers address their patients’ needs with dignity, comfort, and impeccable hygiene.
Our ostomy and urology care solutions offer numerous benefits for both patients and manufacturers. Our hydrophobic and design-optimized vents control leakages, gases, and water penetration in ostomy bags and urine collection products, ensuring reliable performance and peace of mind. We also provide design-customized solutions to aid in optimal device design and enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
Ostomy Bag Vents
POREX Virtek® PTFE ostomy bag vents are designed with patient comfort in mind. Featuring high water entry pressure and airflow, these hydrophobic vents enable stoma product manufacturers to create products that enhance the lives of ostomy patients. With various designs and odor control functionalities, our ostomy bag vents effectively control leakages, gases, and water penetration. Additionally, the continuous venting POREX® ostomy material contributes to patient-friendly ostomy products.
Free of PFOA: Compliant with (EC) 1907/2006 REACH / Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 POP
Material Options
PET Track-Etched Membranes unlaminated
PET Track-Etched Membranes laminated with PET/ PP non-woven material
Additional membrane materials available upon request
Item
Thickness mm
Nominal
Typical Airflow
I/hr/cm2 at 70 mbar
Dry Filtration
Efficiency*
>99.99%
BFE** %
Nominal
VFE*** %
Nominal
Typical WEP****
mBar
MD10
0.13
107 (min 70)
0.5 µm
>99.99
†
270 (min 175)
MD10L
0.3
85 (min 48)
0.5 µm
>99.99
†
270 (min 175)
MD15
0.18
75 (min 45)
0.4 µm
>99.99
†
370 (min 265)
MD20
0.25
25 (min 16)
0.1 µm
>99.9999
>99.999
520 (min 350)
MD22
0.1
17 (min 5)
0.2 µm
>99.99
†
765 (min 500)
MD25
0.19
7 (min 2)
0.1 µm
>99.9999
†
1050 (min 750)
Oleophobictreatments available * According to IEST RP-CC007.2 2009 ** Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) data is based on a modified version of ASTM F2101 *** Viral Filtration Efficiency (VFE), † Not tested but similar results to MD20 expected. **** WEP (Water Entry Pressure)
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications. Selected options and adhesives may affect properties. Complete testing data and information is available upon request – all exceeded the standard BFE value of 98% RoHS, WEEE, REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)
Urine Bag Vents
POREX Virtek PTFE urine bag vents provide an essential solution to prevent fluid leakage in urine collection systems. Designed for high-speed automated assembly processes, our vents offer superior performance. They exceed published BFE standards, prevent leakage while maintaining high airflow, and equalize pressure for uninterrupted urine flow. Manufactured with quality and compliance in mind, our urine bag vents are also free of PFOA, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Free of PFOA: Compliant with (EC) 1907/2006 REACH / Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 POP
Material Options
PET Track-Etched Membranes unlaminated
PET Track-Etched Membranes laminated with PET/ PP non-woven material
Additional membrane materials available upon request
Item
Thickness mm
Nominal
Typical Airflow
I/hr/cm2 at 70 mbar
Dry Filtration
Efficiency*
>99.99%
BFE** %
Nominal
VFE*** %
Nominal
Typical WEP****
mBar
MD10
0.13
107 (min 70)
0.5 µm
>99.99
†
270 (min 175)
MD10L
0.3
85 (min 48)
0.5 µm
>99.99
†
270 (min 175)
MD15
0.18
75 (min 45)
0.4 µm
>99.99
†
370 (min 265)
MD20
0.25
25 (min 16)
0.1 µm
>99.9999
>99.999
520 (min 350)
MD22
0.1
17 (min 5)
0.2 µm
>99.99
†
765 (min 500)
MD25
0.19
7 (min 2)
0.1 µm
>99.9999
†
1050 (min 750)
Oleophobictreatments available * According to IEST RP-CC007.2 2009 ** Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) data is based on a modified version of ASTM F2101 *** Viral Filtration Efficiency (VFE), † Not tested but similar results to MD20 expected. **** WEP (Water Entry Pressure)
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications. Selected options and adhesives may affect properties. Complete testing data and information is available upon request – all exceeded the standard BFE value of 98% RoHS, WEEE, REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)
The Certified Pure Porex program ensures that Porex medical-grade filters and materials are third-party tested for purity, compatibility, and bacterial filtration efficiency.
A visual guide to understanding how custom-engineered Porex urine bag vents work to prevent leakage while maintaining high airflow and equalizing pressure.
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