Watts FMHC-90 User Manual

“Jumbo” Cartridge Filters

The ideal filter housings for optimum convenience and savings! Flow-Max®jumbo filters are designed
to accept “jumbo” cartridges for easy installation and replacement. Filter housings are constructed
using 316L stainless steel, and are rated for pressures to 150 psi. Pipe fittings on single cartridge models are
2” MNPT, with pressure gauges installed on inlet and outlet fittings. Convenient, band clamp lid closure is easy, safe
and secure. Protective poly coat over stainless steel is standard finish. Electro-polishing is available
by special order. Replacement cartridges are available in a wide range of micron ratings.

Features

• Housings accept “jumbo” cartridges for optimum convenience!

• Heavy-duty stainless steel construction for durability

• 316L stainless steel for greater resistance to chemical attack

• Band clamp lid closure is convenient, easy and secure

• Pipe fittings are readily accessible for easy installation

• Pressure gauges are installed on pipe fittings (single cartridge models)

• Superior sealing provided by threaded compression cap & stand-off ring

• Heavy duty mounting legs are standard

• Electro-polishing is available by special order

• Pressure ratings to 300 psi available

• 6 models available for a wide range of flow rates

• Swing bolt & davit closure on 3, 5 and 8 cartridge models

Specifications

Model No. Max. Flow Cartridge Model Pipe Size Drain Size Ship Weight

FMJCH40 50 GPM “40” (1) 2” MNPT 1/2” 31 lbs.
FMJCH90 100 GPM “90” (1) 2” MNPT 1/2” 56 lbs.
FMJCH170 150 GPM “170” (1) 2” MNPT 1/2” 62 lbs.
FMJCH3X170 450 GPM “170” (3) 4” flange 3/4” 375 lbs.
FMJCH5X170 750 GPM “170” (5) 6” flange 3/4” 575 lbs.
FMJCH8X170 1200 GPM “170” (8) 8” flange 3/4” 600 lbs.

Flow-Max® Filters

Adjustable compression cap

Provides superior sealing at
both cartridge ends.

Standard models Jumbo cartridges FMJCH3X170

Dimensions

Model A B C D

FMJCH40 25-1/2” 13-7/8” 8-3/4” 17-1/2”

FMJCH90 35-1/2” 13-7/8” 8-3/4” 17-1/2”

FMJCH170 45-1/2” 13-7/8” 8-3/4” 17-1/2”

FMJCH3X170 61”* 32-3/8” 14” 23-1/2”

FMJCH5X170 67”* 32-3/8” 14” 28-1/2”

FMJCH8X170 67”* 38-3/8” 20” 37-1/8”

* Plus 10-1/2” for davit.

Spare parts

Description Part Numbers Description Part Number

Gasket, Buna-N, single cartridge FM10017-B Drain plug, 1/2” FM8011-316
Gasket, Viton, single cartridge FM10017-V Vent plug, 1/4” FM2013-316
Cover clamp, single cartridge FM10008-316 Head cover, 316L stainless steel FM10001-316
Compression cap FMCC Center post, 40 FMCP40
Knob for compression cap, 1/2” FM8020 Center post, 90 FMCP90
Pressure gauges PGO15L25 Center post, 170 FMCP170

Flow-Max®Jumbo Cartridge Filter Housings

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Flow-Max®jumbo cartridges

Flow-Max jumbo cartridges are pleated for increased filter area, high flow and low pressure drop. Our engineered filter media
is highly efficient to provide superior filtration. All micron ratings utilize 100% synthetic filter media, so there are no adhesives
or binders to foam or contaminate. Cartridges are available in a wide range of micron ratings, packaged one per carton.

Product Code Micron Length OD Carton Size Ship wt.

Model 40

FMHC-40-1A 1 Absolute 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 10” x 10” x 12” 4 lbs.
FMHC-40-0.35 0.35 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 10” x 10” x 12” 4 lbs.
FMHC-40-1 1 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 10” x 10” x 12” 3 lbs.
FMHC-40-5 5 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 10” x 10” x 12” 3 lbs.
FMHC-40-20 20 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 10” x 10” x 12” 3 lbs.
FMHC-40-50 50 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 10” x 10” x 12” 3 lbs.

Model 90

FMHC-90-1A 1 Absolute 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 20” 6 lbs.
FMHC-90-0.35 0.35 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 20” 6 lbs.
FMHC-90-1 1 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 20” 5 lbs.
FMHC-90-5 5 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 20” 5 lbs.
FMHC-90-20 20 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 20” 5 lbs.
FMHC-90-50 50 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 20” 5 lbs.

Model 170

FMHC-170-1A 1 Absolute 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 31” 15 lbs.
FMHC-170-0.35 0.35 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 31” 15 lbs.
FMHC-170-1 1 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 31” 14 lbs.
FMHC-170-5 5 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 31” 14 lbs.
FMHC-170-20 20 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 31” 14 lbs.
FMHC-170-50 50 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 8” x 8” x 31” 14 lbs.

Single Cartridges Models

(40, 90 & 170)

Multi-Cartridges Models

(3, 5 & 8 cartridge filters)

Flow-Max® Filters

P.O. Box 1139 / Dunnellon, FL 34430