V3SF 3/8″ ASTM E11 Full-Height Stainless Steel Test Sieve Set (3-Piece)

Overview

The V3SF 3/8″ ASTM E11 Full-Height Stainless Steel Test Sieve Set is a precision-engineered laboratory tool designed for reliable, repeatable particle size analysis in quality control, materials science, and regulatory-compliant testing environments. Each sieve in this three-piece set conforms strictly to ASTM E11 – Standard Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves – ensuring dimensional accuracy, mechanical integrity, and long-term stability under repeated sieving cycles. Constructed entirely from high-grade 304 stainless steel—including the frame, woven mesh, and retaining ring—the set eliminates corrosion-related degradation and contamination risks common with plated or carbon-steel alternatives. The 76 mm (3-inch) nominal diameter, 9.5 mm (3/8-inch) square aperture, and full-height 44.5 mm (1-3/4 inch) frame provide optimal sample retention volume and mechanical rigidity during mechanical agitation or hand-sieving protocols.

Key Features

• Full stainless steel construction (304 SS) for chemical resistance, non-reactivity, and compliance with ISO 8502-3 and FDA 21 CFR Part 110 hygiene requirements
• ASTM E11-certified woven wire cloth with nominal 9.5 mm square openings, verified via optical metrology and certified traceable to NIST standards
• Full-height frame design (44.5 mm total height; 28.6 mm stack height) enabling stable nesting in multi-sieve stacks and minimizing lateral deformation during vibratory or rotary sieving
• Individually serialized units with documented conformance certificates, including aperture uniformity, wire diameter, and mesh count verification
• Optimized for use with standard 76 mm-diameter sieve shakers (e.g., Gilson RX-29, Endecotts Octagon 200), Ro-Tap®-style agitators, and manual sieve nests

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

This sieve set is validated for dry and moderately hygroscopic granular materials including pharmaceutical excipients, mineral aggregates, catalyst supports, metal powders, and ceramic precursors. It meets the mechanical and dimensional requirements of ASTM E11, ISO 3310-1, and USP for particle size distribution testing. All units are supplied with a manufacturer-issued Certificate of Conformance stating compliance with ASTM E11 Table 1 for 9.5 mm apertures, including maximum permissible tolerance (±0.15 mm) and wire diameter specifications (0.84 mm). Optional NIST-traceable calibration documentation is available upon request and includes uncertainty budgets per ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines.

Software & Data Management

While the V3SF sieve set is a passive mechanical component, its integration into digital QA/QC workflows is supported through compatibility with industry-standard sieve analysis software platforms such as Gilson’s SieveTrak™, Endecotts’ SieveSoft®, and custom LIMS interfaces. When used in conjunction with automated sieve shakers equipped with integrated weight sensors or digital timers, raw sieving data (e.g., mass retained per fraction, cumulative passing %) can be exported in CSV or XML format. The serialized identification enables full audit trail linkage—critical for GLP, GMP, and ISO 17025-accredited laboratories requiring instrument traceability and change control documentation.

Applications

• Particle size distribution analysis of coarse aggregates in civil engineering and ASTM C136/C136M testing
• Granulation validation in solid dosage form development (ICH Q5A, USP )
• Quality assurance of catalyst pellets, foundry sands, and abrasive media
• Raw material release testing per internal SOPs aligned with ASTM D6913 and ISO 14688-1
• Educational labs conducting sieve analysis fundamentals per ASTM D422 methodology

FAQ

Is this sieve set compliant with FDA requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturing?
Yes—its fully stainless steel construction satisfies FDA 21 CFR Part 211.65(a) for equipment surfaces contacting drug products, and its ASTM E11 certification supports adherence to USP and ICH Q5A analytical method validation criteria.
Can these sieves be autoclaved?
Yes—they are rated for repeated steam sterilization at 121°C for 20 minutes without mesh distortion or frame warping, provided cooling occurs gradually post-cycle.
What documentation accompanies each set?
Each unit ships with a printed Certificate of Conformance (ASTM E11), individual serial number label, and optional NIST-traceable calibration report detailing aperture measurement uncertainty (k=2, coverage factor).