Filter Elements are components used in filtration systems to remove impurities, particles and other contaminants from a fluid or air. They can be made from different materials such as fiberglass, polyester, nylon and others, and can be used in different types of filters such as air filters, oil filters and fuel filters. They are designed to withstand different pressures, temperatures and fluid flows, and can be disposable or washable depending on the application.
Operating Process
Filter elements work through several processes depending on the type of filter and the specific application. Some of the common processes include:
- Mechanical filtration: In this process, solid particles are retained by the filtering element through physical barriers, such as a screen or mesh. This is the process used in air and oil filters.
- Chemical filtration: In this process, impurities are retained by the filtering element through chemical reactions. For example, an activated carbon filter traps impurities through adsorption.
- Biological filtration: In this process, impurities are retained by the filtering element through the action of living microorganisms. For example, biological filters for aquariums use bacteria to remove ammonia and nitrite from the water.
- Electrostatic filtration: In this process, impurities are retained by the filtering element through electrical charges. For example, electrostatic filters use electrical charges to attract and remove particles from the air.
- Filtration by sedimentation: In this process, impurities are deposited at the bottom of the container due to the action of gravity, leaving the liquid clear at the top.
Each process has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the type of filter element used will depend on the specific application.
Benefits of filtration by means of filter elements
- Equipment protection: Filter elements help protect equipment from damage caused by impurities, particles and other contaminants, extending equipment life.
- Product Quality Improvement: Filter elements help improve end product quality by removing impurities and particles that can affect product quality or safety.
- Increased Process Efficiency: Filter elements help increase process efficiency, allowing equipment to run more efficiently and reducing downtime for maintenance.
- Cost Savings: Filter elements help reduce operating costs by extending equipment life, improving process efficiency and reducing the need for frequent maintenance.
- Improved air quality: Filter elements help improve air quality by removing impurities and particles that can affect worker health and air pollution levels.
- Improvement of water quality: Filter elements help to improve water quality, removing impurities and particles that can affect the health of people and animals, and the quality of water for domestic or industrial use.
Applications
Filter elements are used in a wide variety of applications, including:
- Automotive industry: Filter elements are used in vehicles to filter air, oil and fuel, helping to protect engines and other vehicle components from damage caused by impurities.
- Food Processing Industry: Filter elements are used to filter liquids and gases used in food processing, helping to ensure food quality and safety.
- Chemical industry: Filter elements are used to filter liquids and gases used in chemical processes, helping to ensure the quality and safety of chemical products.
- Oil and gas industry: Filter elements are used to filter oil, gas and other fluids used in oil and gas exploration and production.
- Aerospace Industry: Filter elements are used in airplanes and rockets to filter air and other fluids, helping to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
- Power Generation Industry: Filter elements are used in power plants to filter air and other fluids, helping to ensure process efficiency and safety.
- Aquariums: Filter elements are used to filter water in aquariums, helping to maintain water quality and fish health.
- Water treatment industry: Filter elements are used to remove impurities and particles from drinking water, helping to ensure the quality and safety of drinking water.
Plain Polypropylene Filters are used in filtration pre-treatment for systems such as reverse osmosis, drinking fountains and filtration of solids and liquids in general in water treatment and industrial systems. The filters are intended to retain solid particles in liquids and remove impurities in the water.
Made of 100% pure polypropylene, not harmful to the environment. No adhesives in its construction, so no contaminants are released in the filtration process.
Applications:
Food industries, pharmaceutical industries, chemical industries, beverage industries, cosmetic industries, alcohol and sugar mills, pulp and paper industries, water for industrial processes and in general (including minerals), refills for drinking fountains.
Technical Specifications
Available sizes: 5,10, 20,30 and 40 inches
Construction Material: Polypropylene
Filtration grade: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 micron;
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin) and 4 ½ (Big Blue)
Open at both ends.
Grooved Polypropylene Filters are used in filtration pre-treatment for systems such as reverse osmosis, drinking water and solid and liquid filtration in general in water treatment and industrial systems. The filters are intended to retain solid particles in liquids and remove impurities in the water.
Made of 100% pure polypropylene, not harmful to the environment. No adhesives in its construction, so no contaminants are released in the filtration process.
Applications:
Food Industries, Pharmaceutical Industries, Chemical Industries, Beverage Industries, Cosmetics Industries, Alcohol and Sugar Plants, Paper and Cellulose Industries, Water for industrial processes and in general (including minerals).
Technical Specifications
Available sizes: 10, 20,30 and 40 inches
Construction Material: Polypropylene
Filtration pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 microns;
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin)
Open at both ends
Filter Element Coil Cartridge
Coiled Cartridge Filters are used in filtration pre-treatment for water systems and industry for filtration and particle retention. The wound cartridge filter is an option for retaining clay, rust, sand, and other particulate contaminants. Made of polypropylene yarn, cotton yarn, and fiberglass yarn, sized according to the system.
Applications:
Food Industries, Pharmaceutical Industries, Chemical Industries, Beverage Industries, Cosmetic Industries, Alcohol and Sugar Plants, Paper and Cellulose Industries, Water for industrial processes and in general (including minerals).
Pleated Cartridge Filters
Pleated Cartridge Filters are made of polypropylene fabric, have the differential of being washable, providing an increase in their useful life, being suitable for a wide variety of filtration. They are used for particulate retention, due to their high retention capacity and durability.
They have a high resistance to various chemicals, bacteria, and a wide chemical compatibility.
Applications:
Food Industries, Pharmaceutical Industries, Chemical Industries, Beverage Industries, Cosmetic Industries, Alcohol and Sugar Plants, Paper and Cellulose Industries, Water for industrial processes and consumption purposes.
Technical Specifications
Available Sizes: 10, 20 inches
Filtration Pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 micron
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Fine) and 4 ½ (BIG)
Open at both ends
Activated Carbon Filter – Carbon Block
Activated Carbon Filters are used in water filtration with the ability to reduce odors, chlorine retention, coloring and organic chemical substances. They are widely used in drinking fountain refill systems and water filtration in general for industrial purposes and human consumption. They have a small pressure drop and do not allow the release of coal in the filtration process.
Applications:
Food Industries, Pharmaceutical Industries, Chemical Industries, Beverage Industries, Cosmetic Industries, Alcohol and Sugar Plants, Paper and Cellulose Industries, Water for industrial processes and consumption purposes.
Technical Specification
Available Sizes: 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 inches
Filtration pores: 1, 5 microns
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Fine) and 4 ½ (BIG)
Open at both ends
Winding models and technical specifications
Polypropylene Wire and Polypropylene Core
Available sizes: 10, 20, 30 and 40 inches
Filtration pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 microns
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin) and 4 ½ (Big)
Open at both ends
Polypropylene Wire and Stainless Steel Core
Available sizes: 10, 20, 30 and 40 inches
Filtration pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 microns
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin)
Open at both ends
Cotton Yarn and Polypropylene Core
Available sizes: 10, 20, 30 and 40 inches
Filtration pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 microns
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin)
Open at both ends
Cotton Cord and Stainless Steel Core
Available sizes: 10, 20, 30 and 40 inches
Filtration pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 microns
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin)
Open at both ends
Fiber Glass Wire and Stainless Steel Core
Available sizes: 10, 20, 30 and 40 inches
Filtration pores: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 microns
Outside diameter: 2 1/2in (Thin)
Open at both ends
