Description:

The 3M™ ScaleGard™ CFS M Reverse Osmosis Replacement Membrane (Part #5625004) is the genuine OEM replacement membrane for 3M's SGLP100-CL, SGLP200-CL, and TFS450 reverse osmosis water filtration systems. Designed specifically for TDS (total dissolved solids) reduction, this cartridge is essential for foodservice equipment that depends on consistently low-mineral water — boilerless steamers, combi-ovens, and flash steamers — where mineral content directly affects cooking performance and equipment longevity.

Unlike standard sediment or carbon filters, the CFS M membrane works through reverse osmosis to strip dissolved minerals from incoming water before it reaches sensitive kitchen equipment. This is critical for steam-based cooking equipment, where high TDS levels lead to scale buildup inside boiler chambers and steam generators — a major cause of equipment failure, reduced steam output, and costly service calls in commercial kitchens. Restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and institutional kitchens running steamers or combi-ovens rely on this membrane to keep equipment running at peak efficiency.

Like other 3M Water Filtration Products cartridges, the CFS M uses 3M's Sanitary Quick Change (SQC) encapsulated design, allowing fast, tool-free cartridge replacement — no filter wrench needed, and no contact with the filter media during change-out. Note that the SGLP100-CL system uses a single membrane, while the SGLP200-CL and TFS450 systems use two membranes per unit, so be sure to check your system's configuration when ordering replacements.

Key Specs:

• Quantity: 1/Each
• Shipping Weight: 1.14 lb.
• Width: 2 1/2 Inches
• Height: 13 1/8 Inches
• Filter Type: Reverse Osmosis (TDS Reduction)
• Maximum Pressure: 125 PSI
• Maximum Temperature: 100°F
• Service Flow Rate: 100 GPD
• Style: Sanitary Quick Change
• Type: Filter Cartridge
• Compatible Systems: SGLP100-CL, SGLP200-CL, TFS450