Surface Filtration vs. Depth Filtration Monofilament Fabrics Media: Nylon, Polyester & Polypropylene PROs ✔ Absolute Filtration ✔ Wide Micron Rating Range 25µ - 2,000µ ✔ Reusable/Cleanable CONs ✔ Not suitable for non-rigid sediments (paste, gums, etc.) ✔ Lower efficiency in 150µ due to lower open area Needle Felt/Woven Fabrics Media: Polypropylene & Polyester PROs ✔ Higher collection efficiency due to much better dirt holding capacity ✔ Nominal and absolute ✔ Micron rating range 0.5µ - 200µ ✔ Disposable ✔ Suitable for capturing non-rigid pastes and gums CONs ✔ Not reusable ***Please note that Bag-Change-Out is strongly recommended at a differential pressure of 1 bar. Back to Main Menu
