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Filter Bags

Technical guide to PP, PE, NMO, 3M NB and DuoFlo

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Liquid Bag Filtration

Bag filters handle high flow and dirt load. You choose media and micron to match your process. PP for general duty. PE for higher temperatures. NMO mesh for coarse capture.

Sizes follow industry standards. Size 1 length 45.7 cm. Size 2 length 81.3 cm. Rings in PP or steel. Grades from 0.5 µm to 800 µm.

PP Bag Filters

Polypropylene felt, food grade

Polypropylene filter bag

Overview

General purpose filtration for water, beverages, chemicals. Most popular choice.

Micron: 0.5 to 200
Max temp: 82 °C
Material: Polypropylene felt
Ring: PP

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PE Bag Filters

Polyester felt, higher temperature

Polyester filter bag

Overview

For hot liquids and tougher duty. Use when PP limits are reached.

Micron: 1 to 200
Max temp: 149 °C
Material: Polyester felt
Ring: PP

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NMO Mesh Bags

Nylon monofilament mesh

Nylon mesh filter bag

Overview

Surface filtration for coarse particles. Fast flow and easy inspection.

Micron: 25 to 800
Max temp: 120 °C
Ring: Steel
Material: Nylon mesh

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3M NB Series

PP and NMO, robust construction

3M NB filter bag

Overview

Reliable retention and low pressure drop. Sizes 1 and 2.

Micron: 1 to 400
Max temp: up to 120 °C
Media: PP or NMO
Sizes: 1, 2

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3M DuoFlo

Dual cylinder, more area

3M DuoFlo element

Overview

Higher surface area. Lower pressure drop. Longer life.

Micron: 5 to 200
Pressure drop: Low
Sizes: 1
Brand: 3M

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Oil Absorbent Bags

PP microfiber, high absorption

Oil absorbent filter bag

Overview

Designed to capture oils. Over 90 percent filtration efficiency with deep media.

Micron: 0.5 to 100
Max temp: 82 °C
Media: PP microfiber
Sizes: 1, 2

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Media Comparison

Characteristic PP Felt PE Felt NMO Mesh
Micron range 0.5 to 200 1 to 200 25 to 800
Max temperature 82 °C 149 °C 120 °C
Flow resistance Low to medium Medium Low
Dirt holding High High Medium
Best use General liquids, food, water Hot liquids, harsher duty Coarse capture, prefilters

Selection Tips

High solids

Start with PP or PE felt at 25 to 100 µm.

Add a finer bag downstream if needed.

Oils present

Use oil absorbent PP bags at 1 to 25 µm.

Keep velocity moderate to avoid bypass.

Coarse intake

Use NMO mesh at 200 to 800 µm as a first step.

Follow with felt for clarity.

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