Wind & Solar
Wind & Solar
Wind & Solar
Wind & Solar
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Tougher and more durable protection vents for wind and solar applications.
Wind & Solar
Wind & Solar
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Tougher and more durable protection vents for wind and solar applications.

Keep your wind and solar systems running efficiently

Protection vents and filters from Porex help renewable energy systems run more reliably. Our vents repel water, dust and dirt, and allows the device to breathe during heating and cooling cycles. Our filters can be customized to filter fluid or air, depending on the application.

Compared to competitive vents, our POREX Virtek® PTFE protection vents for wind and solar applications are:

  • Tougher and more durable  –  POREX Virtek sintered PTFE material is able to withstand more handling without damage vs. expanded PTFE.
  • Easily welded to plastic housings for more secure bonding, which minimizes leaks.
  • Customizable to your application specifications, including shape and performance.

System Protection Vents

System Protection Vents

Keep your systems running smoothly in any weather

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Gearbox Vents and Filters

Protect your gearbox venting system

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System Protection Vents

system Protection vents

Keep your systems running smoothly in any weather

Porex Virtek protection vents for wind and solar applications are designed to keep systems running smoothly and effectively in any climate or weather condition.

With their sintered structure, the POREX Virtek vents assemble easily and can be handled and welded without the need for cumbersome assembly instructions.

Our protection vents for wind and solar applications:

  • Equalize pressure – Reduce pressure build-up and allow heat to escape the enclosure because the air-permeable structure acts as a pressure-relief valve and protects the enclosure seals from premature failure.
  • Protect from contaminants – Material repels water, dirt, oils and other liquids from entering the enclosure.

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POREX Virtek® PTFE Membrane — Typical Properties

Item NumberIP Rating †WEP* Typical
mbar
Typical Airflow
l/hr/cm² @70mbar
Filtration Efficiency**
>99.99%
Thickness
mm
Max Operating
Temp °C
UL-94/746CSalt Fog$
PMV1064,672701070.5 µ0.13260°CV-0/f2No pen.
PMV10L***64,67270850.5 µ0.3100°CNo pen.
PMV1564,67370750.4 µ0.18260°CV-0/f2No pen.
‡PMV15T64,67370750.4 µ0.18260°CNo pen.
PMV2064,65,68520250.1 µ0.25260°CV-0/f2No pen.
PMV2565,67,68765170.2 µ0.1260°CV-0/f2No pen.
PMV2765,66,67,68105070.1 µ0.19260°CV-0/f2No pen.

† IEC std. 60529; IP 68 is a user defined and results must be verified by the user
*WEP = Water Entry Pressure
** According to IEST RP-CC007.2 2009
$ASTM B117-11 test method
***Laminated polyolefin mesh backing
‡ Oleophobic, AATCC TM 118 – Grade 8 – other membranes can also be treated to meet Grade 8 upon request
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications. Selected options and adhesives may effect properties
RoHS, WEEE, REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)

PRODUCT OFFERING BY MATERIAL SERIES – POREX Virtek® ADHESIVE DISCS

Dimenions (OD x ID in mm)

Material Series5 x 2 mm*7 x 3 mm10 x 6 mm12.7 x 7.1 mm20 x 13 mm
PMV10PMV10MPMV10NPMV10PPMV10WPMV10C
PMV10LPMV10LMPMV10LNPMV10LPPMV10LWPMV10LC
PMV15PMV15MPMV15NPMV15PPMV15WPMV15C
PMV20PMV20MPMV20NPMV20PPMV20WPMV20C
PMV27PMV27MPMV27NPMV27PPMV27WPMV27C
PMA10PMA10W#
*All products offered in 1,000 discs/roll excluding 5 x 2 mm series which is offered in 10,000 discs per roll
Special order items highlighted for higher MOQ. All others are stocked items
3M 93020LE adhesive standard (120 °C continuous use temperature
# Oleophobic treated and high temperature adhesive (good to 150 °C)
M, N, P, W & C are size codes as listed in column heading.
Many other standard and custom sizes available. Contact Porex for more information
Virtetek PTFE

Adhesive Vent AvailableStandard Sizes

Available SizesAvailable Sizes
OD x ID (mm)Parts Across
5 x 24
7 x 3*1
7.6 x 3.31
7.6 x 3.34
10 x 6*1
10 x 65
12.7 x 7.1*1
14 x 81
20 x 13*1
21 x 161
25.4 x 191
30 x 251
40 x 321
40/19.5 x 30/9.5**6
*Some materials / size options in-stock
**Rectangular format
Longer lead times for non-stocked items
Custom sizes available upon request

POREX Virtek® PTFE Vent Plugs — Typical Properties

Item NumberDiameter
mm (in.)
Thickness
mm (in.)
WEP* mbarIP RatingTypical Vent Airflow
l/hr @70mbar
Max Operating
Temp °C
Filtration Efficiency
(99.99%)
UL-94 Rating
PD1030323.2 (1/8″)3 (1/8″)45064,67,681260°C0.5 µ5VA, f1
PD1030636.3 (1/4″)3 (1/8″)45064,67,683.8260°C0.5 µ5VA, f1

*WEP = Water Entry Pressure
† IEC std. 60529; IP 68 is a user defined and results must be verified; product has not been specifically tested – passing is based on results from similar products
Assembly methods include: press fit, over-molding, compression seal, adhesive bonding or flange welding.
Numerous custom and standard options available. Please contact your local Porex sales representative to determine what is available.
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications.
RoHS, WEEE, and REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)

Related Resources:

pdf Icon Datasheet: POREX Virtek™ IP Rated Protection Vents

pdf Icon Datasheet: PTFE Fact Sheet

pdf Icon Datasheet: Porex PTFE Ingress Protection Test Report

Video Icon Demonstration video: Demo of Porex Virtek PTFE Common Joining Techniques

Video Icon Demonstration video: Hydrophobicity and handling properties: POREX Virtek PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Video Icon Demonstration video: Durability comparison of POREX Virtek PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Video Icon Demonstration video: Dangers of not venting a sealed enclosure

Video Icon Demonstration video: Keep electronics dry and protected with POREX Virtek PTFE vents


Gearbox Vents and Filters

Gearbox Vents and Filters

Protect your gearbox venting system

Porex provides several venting and filtering solutions for your gearbox challenges. These venting and filtration solutions can vary from simple self-adhesive protection vents to vents containing media for specific moisture or fume absorption to venting filters for separating oil mists. The materials are customizable to your specific gearbox venting application and can incorporate functional additives for optimized performance.

POREX Virtek® PTFE Membrane — Typical Properties

Item NumberIP Rating †WEP* Typical
mbar
Typical Airflow
l/hr/cm² @70mbar
Filtration Efficiency**
>99.99%
Thickness
mm
Max Operating
Temp °C
UL-94/746CSalt Fog$
PMV1064,672701070.5 µ0.13260°CV-0/f2No pen.
PMV10L***64,67270850.5 µ0.3100°CNo pen.
PMV1564,67370750.4 µ0.18260°CV-0/f2No pen.
‡PMV15T64,67370750.4 µ0.18260°CNo pen.
PMV2064,65,68520250.1 µ0.25260°CV-0/f2No pen.
PMV2565,67,68765170.2 µ0.1260°CV-0/f2No pen.
PMV2765,66,67,68105070.1 µ0.19260°CV-0/f2No pen.

† IEC std. 60529; IP 68 is a user defined and results must be verified by the user
*WEP = Water Entry Pressure
** According to IEST RP-CC007.2 2009
$ASTM B117-11 test method
***Laminated polyolefin mesh backing
‡ Oleophobic, AATCC TM 118 – Grade 8 – other membranes can also be treated to meet Grade 8 upon request
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications. Selected options and adhesives may effect properties
RoHS, WEEE, REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)

PRODUCT OFFERING BY MATERIAL SERIES – POREX Virtek® ADHESIVE DISCS

Dimenions (OD x ID in mm)

Material Series5 x 2 mm*7 x 3 mm10 x 6 mm12.7 x 7.1 mm20 x 13 mm
PMV10PMV10MPMV10NPMV10PPMV10WPMV10C
PMV10LPMV10LMPMV10LNPMV10LPPMV10LWPMV10LC
PMV15PMV15MPMV15NPMV15PPMV15WPMV15C
PMV20PMV20MPMV20NPMV20PPMV20WPMV20C
PMV27PMV27MPMV27NPMV27PPMV27WPMV27C
PMA10PMA10W#
*All products offered in 1,000 discs/roll excluding 5 x 2 mm series which is offered in 10,000 discs per roll
Special order items highlighted for higher MOQ. All others are stocked items
3M 93020LE adhesive standard (120 °C continuous use temperature
# Oleophobic treated and high temperature adhesive (good to 150 °C)
M, N, P, W & C are size codes as listed in column heading.
Many other standard and custom sizes available. Contact Porex for more information
Virtetek PTFE

Adhesive Vent AvailableStandard Sizes

Available SizesAvailable Sizes
OD x ID (mm)Parts Across
5 x 24
7 x 3*1
7.6 x 3.31
7.6 x 3.34
10 x 6*1
10 x 65
12.7 x 7.1*1
14 x 81
20 x 13*1
21 x 161
25.4 x 191
30 x 251
40 x 321
40/19.5 x 30/9.5**6
*Some materials / size options in-stock
**Rectangular format
Longer lead times for non-stocked items
Custom sizes available upon request

POREX Virtek® PTFE Vent Plugs — Typical Properties

Item NumberDiameter
mm (in.)
Thickness
mm (in.)
WEP* mbarIP RatingTypical Vent Airflow
l/hr @70mbar
Max Operating
Temp °C
Filtration Efficiency
(99.99%)
UL-94 Rating
PD1030323.2 (1/8″)3 (1/8″)45064,67,681260°C0.5 µ5VA, f1
PD1030636.3 (1/4″)3 (1/8″)45064,67,683.8260°C0.5 µ5VA, f1

*WEP = Water Entry Pressure
† IEC std. 60529; IP 68 is a user defined and results must be verified; product has not been specifically tested – passing is based on results from similar products
Assembly methods include: press fit, over-molding, compression seal, adhesive bonding or flange welding.
Numerous custom and standard options available. Please contact your local Porex sales representative to determine what is available.
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications.
RoHS, WEEE, and REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)

Related Resources:

pdf Icon Datasheet: POREX Virtek IP Rated Protection Vents

pdf Icon Datasheet: PTFE Fact Sheet

pdf Icon Datasheet: Porex PTFE Ingress Protection Test Report

Video Icon Demonstration video: Hydrophobicity and handling properties: POREX Virtek PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Video Icon Demonstration video: Durability comparison of POREX Virtek™ PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Video Icon Demonstration video: Dangers of not venting a sealed enclosure

Video Icon Demonstration video: Keep electronics dry and protected with POREX Virtek PTFE vents