pleated filter cartridges

the basic elements of pleated filter cartridges include:

Filter media: This is the material that is used to trap and remove contaminants from the fluid being filtered. It can be made of various materials such as cellulose, polyester, polypropylene, or PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene).

Pleats: The filter media is folded into pleats to increase the surface area available for filtration. Pleating also helps to maintain structural integrity and prevent collapse of the cartridge under high flow rates or pressure.

Core: The core provides support to the filter media and helps maintain the shape of the cartridge. It is typically made of a rigid material such as PVC (polyvinyl chloride) or stainless steel.

End caps: These are the top and bottom parts of the cartridge that hold the pleats in place and provide a connection point for the cartridge within the filtration system. End caps are usually made of a durable material such as polypropylene or stainless steel.

Gaskets or O-rings: These are used to create a seal between the filter cartridge and the filter housing, preventing bypass and ensuring that all fluid passes through the filter media. Gaskets or O-rings are typically made of materials such as Buna-N, EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer), or Viton.

Support mesh: Some pleated filter cartridges may have a support mesh layer between the filter media and the core. This mesh provides additional support and helps to distribute the fluid evenly across the filter media.

Overall, pleated filter cartridges are designed to provide efficient and effective filtration by maximizing surface area, maintaining structural integrity, and ensuring proper sealing within the filtration system.