The heart of a filter
First Quarter 2008
Hydraulic systems & components
Media is, of course, the main factor influencing pressure drop in filters: indeed – it causes pressure drop. That is why having a low friction, high-flowing media is so important.
The differences in media are clearly visible in the close-up images (Figures 1 and 2) from Donaldson’s scanning electron microscope in which the media mat is magnified hundreds of times.
Figure 1. Donaldson-developed SYNTEQ synthetic media magnified
Figure 2. Natural fibre (cellulose) media magnified
Figure 1 shows Donaldson developed Synteq synthetic filter media with its smooth, rounded fibres consistently shaped so that the fibre size and distribution pattern throughout the media mat can be controlled while allowing the smoothest, least inhibited fluid flow. Consistency of fibre shape allows the maximum amount of contaminant-catching surface area and specific pore size control. The result is media with predictable filtration efficiencies at removing specified contaminants (eg 10 μm) and maximum dirt holding capacity. The low resistance of Synteq to fluid flow makes it ideal for synthetic fluids, water glycols, water/oil emulsions, HWCF, and petroleum-based fluids.
Figure 2 shows Donaldson natural fibre cellulose media. Note that the natural cellulose fibres are larger than synthetic fibres and jagged in shape, so controlling pore size is difficult and there is less open volume. Lower efficiency ratings mean there are smaller pores in the media; smaller media pores cause more flow resistance, in turn causing a higher pressure drop. While cellulose provides effective filtration for a wide variety of petroleum-base fluids, in certain applications it results in poor filtration performance as compared to synthetic filters.
Wire mesh media (not pictured) is made of stainless steel for durability and long life. The company’s wire mesh media is designed for environments where large, rough particulate needs to be filtered. Donaldson also offers water removal media, which is formulated with desiccants and resins to remove moisture and condensation from petroleum based fluids.
For more information contact Rob Simpson, Donaldson Filtration Systems, +27 (0)11 997 6000, [email protected], www.donaldson.co.za
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