Vacuum Receiver Filters

Overview

A bad filter can zap the power of a system, even with the most powerful vacuum pump. Similarly, choosing the wrong type of filter can lead to wasted hours spent on cleaning.

VAC-U-MAX offers static-conductive vacuum receiver filters for every application:

• Sock type filter: Sock filters feature a smooth, easy-to-clean surface with a metal cage inside for support. Generally there will be 5-7 of these in a multifilter assembly.
• Unifilter: Also supported by a metal cage, unifilters are generally used for less dusty materials or for lower rate systems.
• Pleated bag filter: Pleated bag filters are the same size as the sock type, but they have 5-7x more filter area. Like the sock filter, pleated filters are often found in multifilter assemblies.
• Cartridge filter: Cartridge filters great for high dust applications. They are fully open (not enclosed in metal) so they can easily release powder when pulsed.

The filter is selected based on your application. For example, a food or pharmaceutical line may need more cleanability, so they might choose a smooth surface filter (sock or unifilter).

Multifilter (multi-cartridge) assemblies are used in vacuum receivers to provide maximum, high-efficiency filtration when conveying fine powders and dusty materials. Both sock and pleated bag filters are used in multifilters.

All of our filters use static-conductive media as standard. Each filter is fitted with a ground wire and is PTFE coated (laminated spun-bound polyester) on the exterior.