What is Stainless Steel Filter Elements ?
Why Stainless Steel Element Filter is Better ?
Compared with Plastic / PP material, stainless steel cartridges have advantage of heat resistant, anti-corrosion, high strength , hardness and long service time.
Over the long term, stainless steel filter cartridge is the most cost saving type. Sintered Stainless steel filter cartridges are widely used in the various industrial manufacturing industry due to their characteristics of high filtration accuracy, high mechanical strength, easy processing, easy cleaning and easy shaping. HENGKO sintered stainless steel filter element has precise air pores, uniform filter pore sizes, uniform distribution and good air permeability. Stainless steel material can operate at a high temperature of 600 ℃, special alloys can even reach 900 ℃. The product has a beautiful appearance and can be used as an appearance part; it is widely used in environmental protection, petroleum, natural gas, chemical, environmental testing, instrumentation, pharmaceutical equipment and other fields.
Types Stainless Steel Element Filters
There are many types of stainless steel element filter, and We have divided the design into the following types
according to the product form, hoping to help you choose.
1. Stainless Steel Mesh Filter:
Stainless steel mesh filters are made of woven or knitted stainless steel wire mesh. They feature a uniform structure with precise openings, allowing for efficient filtration. The mesh size can vary, offering flexibility in selecting the appropriate filter for specific particle retention requirements. Stainless steel mesh filters are widely used for liquid filtration applications where high mechanical strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion are crucial.
2. Stainless Steel Perforated Filter:
Stainless steel perforated filters are fabricated using stainless steel sheets with evenly spaced holes or perforations. These filters offer excellent strength, rigidity, and durability. The perforations can be customized in terms of diameter, shape, and spacing to meet specific filtration needs. Stainless steel perforated filters are commonly used for applications requiring filtration of larger particles or where higher flow rates are desired.
3. Stainless Steel Sintered Filter:
Stainless steel sintered filters are manufactured by sintering multiple layers of stainless steel powder particles. This process creates a porous structure with controlled pore sizes and a high degree of filtration efficiency. Sintered filters can achieve fine filtration while maintaining structural integrity and resistance to high temperatures and corrosive environments. These filters are suitable for critical applications where fine particle removal and long service life are required.
4. Stainless Steel Pleated Filter:
Stainless steel pleated filters consist of stainless steel mesh or perforated sheets pleated into a compact design. The pleating increases the filter's surface area, allowing for higher dirt-holding capacity and lower pressure drop. These filters effectively capture particles of various sizes while maintaining a high flow rate. Stainless steel pleated filters are commonly used in applications requiring efficient filtration in limited space or where frequent filter replacement is not desirable.
5. Stainless Steel Candle Filter:
Stainless steel candle filters are cylindrical filters resembling candles. They consist of a perforated stainless steel tube wrapped with a stainless steel mesh or filter media. The design allows fluid to flow from the outside to the inside, capturing contaminants on the filter surface. Candle filters provide excellent filtration efficiency, structural integrity, and durability. They are commonly used in applications where continuous filtration, high flow rates, and removal of solid particles are essential.
These are just a few examples of stainless steel element filters commonly used in various industrial applications. Each type offers unique characteristics and advantages, catering to specific filtration requirements.
Why Use Sintered Stainless Steel Filter Elements ?
Just because some special features of sintered stainless steel filter elements, so more and more people
start to choose, please check as following:
Sintered stainless steel filter elements offer several advantages that make them a preferred choice in various filtration applications.
Here are some reasons why sintered stainless steel filter elements are used:
1. Fine Filtration Efficiency:
Sintered stainless steel filter elements have a controlled pore structure with precise pore sizes. This allows for effective filtration of fine particles and contaminants, even down to submicron levels. The uniformity of the pores ensures consistent filtration performance, resulting in cleaner and purer fluids or gases.
2. High Temperature Resistance:
Stainless steel is known for its excellent heat resistance, and sintered stainless steel filter elements inherit this property. They can withstand high operating temperatures, making them suitable for applications involving hot fluids or gases. The sintering process enhances the structural integrity of the stainless steel, enabling the filters to maintain their filtration efficiency even under elevated temperatures.
3. Corrosion Resistance:
Stainless steel is inherently resistant to corrosion, and sintered stainless steel filter elements benefit from this property. They can withstand corrosive environments, including exposure to chemicals or aggressive fluids. This corrosion resistance ensures the longevity and reliability of the filters, making them suitable for demanding industrial conditions.
4. Mechanical Strength and Durability:
Sintered stainless steel filter elements possess high mechanical strength due to the sintering process. They can withstand high differential pressures without deformation or failure. The durable nature of stainless steel ensures that the filter elements maintain their filtration performance over an extended period, reducing the frequency of filter replacements and minimizing downtime.
5. Cleanability and Reusability:
Sintered stainless steel filter elements are easily cleaned and regenerated, making them cost-effective in the long run. They can be backflushed, ultrasonically cleaned, or chemically cleaned to remove accumulated contaminants and restore their filtration efficiency. The ability to reuse the filters reduces waste and operational costs associated with frequent filter replacements.
6. Compatibility with Various Fluids and Gases:
Sintered stainless steel filter elements exhibit broad compatibility with a wide range of fluids and gases. They are suitable for filtering liquids such as water, oils, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, as well as gases like air, natural gas, and compressed air. This versatility allows the filter elements to be employed in diverse industrial applications.
Overall, sintered stainless steel filter elements provide fine filtration, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, durability, cleanability, and compatibility with different fluids and gases. These qualities make them a reliable choice for critical filtration needs in industries such as pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food and beverage, oil and gas, and water treatment.
Why Use 316L stainless steel sintered porous metal filter element ?
The use of 316L stainless steel sintered porous metal filter elements offers several advantages in specific filtration applications.
Here are some reasons why 316L stainless steel sintered porous metal filter elements are preferred:
1. Corrosion Resistance:
316L stainless steel is an alloy that contains molybdenum, which enhances its corrosion resistance compared to standard 316 stainless steel. This makes it highly resistant to corrosive environments, including exposure to chemicals, acids, and salts. Therefore, 316L stainless steel sintered porous metal filter elements are suitable for applications where corrosion resistance is critical.
2. High Temperature Resistance:
316L stainless steel exhibits excellent high-temperature resistance. It can withstand elevated temperatures without significant degradation, making it suitable for applications involving hot fluids or gases. The sintering process used to manufacture the filter elements further enhances their ability to withstand high temperatures.
3. Fine Filtration Efficiency:
The sintered porous metal structure of 316L stainless steel filter elements allows for fine filtration. The controlled pore size distribution ensures effective removal of particles and contaminants, including those with submicron sizes. This high filtration efficiency makes them suitable for applications requiring precise filtration and removal of small particles.
4. Strength and Durability:
316L stainless steel possesses high mechanical strength and durability, which translates into robust filter elements. They can withstand high differential pressures and mechanical stress without deformation or failure. This durability ensures reliable filtration performance over an extended period, reducing the need for frequent filter replacements.
5. Cleanability and Reusability:
316L stainless steel sintered porous metal filter elements are easy to clean and regenerate. They can be backflushed, ultrasonically cleaned, or chemically cleaned to remove accumulated contaminants and restore their filtration efficiency. The ability to clean and reuse the filter elements makes them a cost-effective option in applications where regular maintenance is required.
6. Broad Chemical Compatibility:
316L stainless steel exhibits excellent chemical compatibility, making the filter elements suitable for use with a wide range of fluids and gases. They are resistant to degradation or contamination when exposed to various chemicals, solvents, and aggressive substances. This broad chemical compatibility expands the applicability of the filter elements across different industries.
Due to their corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, fine filtration efficiency, strength, durability, cleanability, and chemical compatibility, 316L stainless steel sintered porous metal filter elements are widely used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food and beverage, oil and gas, and water treatment, where demanding filtration requirements exist.
How About the Sintered Wire Mesh ?
The sintered wire mesh is made into a multilayer woven wire mesh panel using a sintering process. This process combines heat and pressure to permanently bond the multilayer webs together. The same physical process of fusing individual wires together within a mesh layer can also be used to fuse adjacent mesh layers together. This creates a unique material with excellent mechanical properties. It is the ideal material for purification and filtration. It can be 5, 6 or 7 layers of sintered wire mesh.
What is the Main Advantage of the Sintered metal wire mesh ?
The stainless steel sintered wire mesh panel composed of five different layers of stainless steel wire mesh.
The stainless steel wire mesh is merged and sintered together by vacuum sintering, compression and rolling to form a porous sintered mesh.
Compared with other filters, HENGKO sintered wire mesh has many advantages, such as:
* High strength and durability after high temperature sintering;
* Corrosion resistance, heat resistance up to 480 ℃;
* Stable filter grade from 1 micron to 100 microns;
* Since there are two protective layers, the filter is not easy to deform;
* Can be used for uniform filtration under high pressure or high viscosity environment;
* Suitable for cutting, bending, stamping, stretching and welding.
Wholesale Stainless Steel Filter Element
HENGKO is a company that specializes in the wholesale and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) production of stainless steel filter elements. We offer a range of stainless steel filter elements tailored to meet specific filtration requirements. Here are some key features and benefits of HENGKO's stainless steel filter elements:
1. Customization:
HENGKO provides OEM services, allowing customers to customize their stainless steel filter elements according to their specific needs. This includes selecting the desired dimensions, filtration ratings, pore sizes, and configurations to achieve optimal filtration performance.
2. High-Quality Materials:
We uses high-quality stainless steel materials, such as 304 or 316L stainless steel, which are known for their corrosion resistance and durability. These materials ensure that the filter elements can withstand challenging environments and provide long-lasting filtration performance.
3. Precision Filtration:
Our stainless steel filter elements are designed with precision filtration in mind. The filter media, whether it's stainless steel mesh or sintered stainless steel, is carefully selected and engineered to achieve the desired filtration efficiency and particle retention capabilities.
4. Versatility:
HENGKO's stainless steel filter elements are suitable for a wide range of applications across various industries. They can be used for filtering liquids, gases, or even in high-temperature environments, making them versatile and adaptable to different filtration needs.
5. Easy Maintenance and Cleaning:
Stainless steel filter elements are designed for easy maintenance and cleaning. The filter elements can be backflushed, ultrasonically cleaned, or chemically cleaned to remove accumulated contaminants and restore their filtration efficiency. This convenience contributes to longer service life and cost savings.
6. Expert Technical Support:
We provides expert technical support to assist customers in selecting the appropriate stainless steel filter elements for their specific applications. Their knowledgeable team can offer guidance on filtration requirements, material selection, and customization options to ensure optimal filtration performance.
By offering wholesale stainless steel filter elements and OEM services, HENGKO aims to provide customers with high-quality, customized filtration solutions. We focus on precision filtration, versatility, easy maintenance, and technical support makes them a reliable partner for meeting diverse filtration needs in various industries. HENGKO aim to be Best China stainless steel filter element supplier, for more products, please check the sintered metal filter products page, hope you can find the right one you are looking for
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