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Frequently Asked Question - Cleanroom Section
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FDA
Guide lines for Controlled Areas
The FDA Guidelines give the following information:
Air in controlled areas is generally of acceptable particulate quality
if it has a per-cubic-foot particle count of not more than 100,000
in a size range of 0.5 micron and larger (Class 100,000) when measured
in the vicinity of the exposed articles during periods of activity.
With regard to microbial quality, an incidence of no more than 25
colony forming units per 10 cubic feet is acceptable.
In order to maintain air quality in controlled areas, it is important
to achieve a sufficient air flow and a positive pressure differential
relative to adjacent uncontrolled areas. In this regard, an air flow
sufficient to achieve at least 20 air changes per hour and, in general,
a pressure differential of at least 0.05 inch of water (with all doors
closed), are acceptable. When doors are open, outward airflow should
be sufficient to minimize ingress of contamination'.
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