What Are the Different Types of Self-Cleaning Filters?

Self-cleaning filters also called auto-clean filters can achieve continuous online filtration, operate fully automatically, provide a straightforward operation, maintain stability, incur no pressure loss or flow restrictions, allow for automatic disassembly and assembly, facilitate fast processing, and ensure reliability. This results in cost savings for your flow requirements.

Our self-cleaning filters are devices designed to automatically remove impurities from a fluid or gas stream without manual intervention. There are various types of self-cleaning filters, each tailored to specific applications and industries.

The Different Types of Self-Cleaning Filters

▪ Automatic Backwash Filters

These filters use a reverse flow of fluid to dislodge and remove accumulated particles from the filter media.

Typically, a control system initiates periodic backwashing to maintain filter efficiency.

▪ Mechanical Scraping Filters:

These filters use a mechanical arm or blade to physically scrape off and remove particles from the filter surface.

The scraped-off material is then collected and discharged.

▪ Horizontal Self Cleaning Filter

These filters use a suction nozzle or a vacuum system to remove particles from the filter surface.

The suction force is applied in a scanning or sweeping motion across the filter.

The choice of a self-cleaning filter depends on the specific requirements of the application, the type and size of particles to be removed, the flow rate, and the nature of the fluid or gas being filtered. Each type has advantages and limitations, and the selection should be based on maintenance requirements, filtration efficiency, and overall cost-effectiveness.