Introduction to cleaning primary air filters

Primary air filters can be cleaned the number of times to control (2-3 times) will not significantly affect the use of high-efficiency filters just can not be cleaned, can only be replaced as a whole, then this article can be cleaned air filters for industrial equipment supporting the air filter, the whole of the stainless steel or other durable materials made of, and the general cleanroom air filters are completely different materials, the cost of this filter is higher because it can be cleaned will determine the manufacturer should bear a large proportion of the cost. The cost of this filter is higher, because whether it can be cleaned will determine the cost of the manufacturer should be borne by the larger than the cost.

Some filters are washable and recyclable. These filters are usually made of heavier housings and certain fabric or synthetic filter media. However, many of the specialized air filters found in modern industry and transportation are made of very durable materials that can withstand several rounds of cleaning. There are also air filters that are not easily cleaned, and the primary air filters used in HVAC (clean room clean rooms) and paint shops are not very strong and cannot withstand some of the handling procedures required for filter recycling.

Filters with "cardboard or paper" housings are not washable and are truly disposable; HEPA-rated filters are usually not recyclable because of the specialized filter media and the liability involved. If the air filters are cartridge or flat and have metal or plastic housings, then most of them can be recycled.