What Is a Cartridge Filter?
A cartridge filter is a filtration device that consists of a cylindrical filtering material enclosed within a housing. These filters are designed to remove various particles and substances from a fluid, depending on the type and size of the filtering material used. The fundamental principle of operation involves the passage of fluid through the filtering material, where particles and substances are captured and separated from the fluid.
Cartridge filters come in two primary types: liquid and gas. Liquid cartridge filters are employed for applications such as purifying industrial water, refining oil and chemicals, and ensuring the purity of drinking water. On the other hand, gas cartridge filters are utilized to remove dust and harmful substances from air or gas, making them suitable for use in air purifiers, exhaust gas purification systems, and ventilation systems in factories and plants.
The filtering materials used in cartridge filters include metal mesh, filter cloth, non-woven fabric, membranes, and various other materials, each tailored to effectively filter specific particles and substances.