Wedge Wire Filter Elements – Providing Fine Filtration

A comprehensive range of wedge wire filter components is available to select the best match.

Wedge wire candle filters are a common type of wedge wire filter element that resembles a candle with a long, thin tube used in candle filters. Candle filters typically consist of a number of wedge wire candle elements inside the filter, and the liquid is filtered as it passes through these elements. Particulate matter is left on the surface of the filter element while clean liquid flows through.

Thread detail of wedge wire candle filter

Tapered bottom of wedge wire candle filter

Wedge wire filter baskets, also known as basket strainer elements, are used in basket strainer systems for liquid filtration. They typically feature a flat or inclined top opening and a wedge wire bottom structure. Handles can be welded to the top for easier installation, removal, positioning and handling.

As fluid passes through the basket, solid particles are retained inside while clean fluid flows through to the outlet. Wedge wire filter baskets offer long service life and can be removed, cleaned and reused.

Flat opening

Inclined opening

Round ring handle

U-shaped handle

HYDAC wedge wire filter element is an essential key component in self-cleaning filters, which effectively filters out metal particles and contaminating impurities and protects the normal operation of equipment. It can be used in backwashing filters and is also a reliable replacement for the original HYDAC filter element. Adopting high-quality raw materials and integrated production process, the size, capacity and pressure drop are completely interchangeable with the HYDAC filter element, which ensures high-efficiency filtration and stable operation of the system. Easy cleaning and maintenance make it an ideal choice for hydraulic systems.

HYDAC tapered components

HYDAC tube components

HYDAC tube components detail

HYDAC threaded end detail

Internal scraping self-cleaning filter elements are equipped with an internal scraping mechanism that helps remove particles and contaminants from the filter surface during operation. This design supports continuous filtration and helps maintain stable performance in demanding applications.

They are particularly suitable for medium- to high-viscosity fluids and for systems where cleanliness, long service life and reduced downtime are important.

Filter element without carrying handle

Filter element with carrying handle

Internal scraping self-cleaning filter element

Internal scraping self-cleaning filter element with flange

If you are not sure which port type is suitable for your component, you can refer to the following port details to identify a similar configuration.

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Wedge wire filter elements are widely used in liquid filtration and self-cleaning filter systems that require fine openings, reliable performance and easy maintenance. Typical applications and systems include:

• Boiler water filtration
• Petrochemical process filtration
• Beer and beverage filtration
• HYDAC AutoFilt systems
• Internal scraping self-cleaning filters
• Media retention systems
• Sand control applications

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