Fluitek hydraulic elements are used to remove fine and coarse contaminants. These uses include protecting servo valves, engine test stands, power units, filtration of turbine oil, and lube systems for paper machines. Media options for our hydraulic filters include cellulose, microglass, stainless steel, and sintered stainless steel. Our microglass media was developed to achieve beta efficiency results in accordance with ISO4572 and ISO16889 testing protocols. Our elements have a Beta 200 efficiency or better at micron ratings of 1-40 micron, providing high-performance filtration outcomes that meet or exceed the efficiency, dirt-holding capacity, and total filtration life standards of our competition.

Timely Replacement of Hydraulic Filters Can Lead to Better Performance

When filters are old, clogged, or not properly functioning in some way, it can lead to a sluggish machine and a lack of efficiency. Proper filtration is critical for optimal performance. Hydraulic filters help prevent damage to hydraulic system components in a few key ways:

Remove Contaminants

Hydraulic filters trap and remove particles and other contaminants in the fluid that could damage components. This includes things like dirt, metal shavings, rust particles, water, etc.

Protect From Wear

Small contaminants can act like abrasives and cause premature wear of close-tolerance parts like cylinders, valves, pumps, and motors if left in the fluid. Filters remove these contaminants.

Reduce Corrosion

Water and other contaminants can cause corrosion of metal parts over time if not filtered out. This corrosion can lead to leaks or failure of parts.

Extend Seal Life

Contaminants left in the fluid can abrade and damage seals and O-rings faster. Filters help extend the life of seals by removing contaminants.

Prevent Clogging

Components like valves and pumps require precision clearances that could be clogged by the buildup of contaminants. Filters prevent this sludge buildup.

Improve Efficiency

Small particles create more fluid drag and reduce efficiency. Filters improve hydraulic power and efficiency by removing these particles.

In essence, by removing all particulate matter from the hydraulic fluid, filters are able to "clean" the fluid and prevent the wear, damage, and failures to components that contaminated fluid could potentially cause. This significantly extends the overall service life of a hydraulic system.

Understanding Hydraulic Filtration Sizing

Here are some factors to consider when choosing the right filter for the job:

• It's important to fully understand how clean the application needs the fluid to be in terms of how many particles can be in the fluid.

• The specific parts in the hydraulic system, like valves or pumps, determine the cleanliness standard that needs to be met and the type of filter needed.

• The thickness of the fluid at working temperatures significantly affects the size filter needed.

• Knowing the pressure difference that will set off the clogged filter warning helps pick the right initial resistance level.

• All possible increases in flow, especially temporary high bursts, should be planned for to make sure the capacity is large enough to avoid early clogging problems.

Understanding these five main factors—the needs of the application, the details of the hydraulic system, the viscosity of the fluid, the clogging indicator parameters, and the flow rates—is important for sizing hydraulic filters correctly to meet needs without oversizing and unnecessary costs.

Good Hydraulic Filtration Saves Money and Extends Operating Life

Hydraulic and lubrication systems are important components of many industrial machines and other equipment. Without the proper filtration, these systems may suffer from decreased performance or even fail altogether, especially in extreme conditions such as high temperatures, excessive dirt or dust, and rough weather.

To ensure optimal performance under demanding circumstances, it is essential to use high-tech hydraulic filters and filter elements that are made to meet the needs of specific applications, whether mobile hydraulics, process engineering, industrial hydraulics, or fluid management in plant automation.

These specialized filters provide optimal operating conditions over the entire life cycle of your machines and equipment while lowering the total cost of ownership. Fluitek has a broad range of filters for a diverse range of industries and applications. Our professional staff takes pride in our ability to identify the right-sized filter for your job.

Contact Us Today for More Information About Hydraulic Filter Solutions to Suit Your Needs

Fluitek offers a wide selection of high-quality filter options and media types tailored for critical applications. Our specialty-engineered products provide excellent filtration efficiency and capacity. Additionally, Fluitek's experienced staff can help identify the properly sized filter for any hydraulic system or create a custom filter to meet your needs and specifications.

Proper filtering saves you money and time in the long run by preventing maintenance issues and breakdowns. Don't put your expensive machinery at risk. Contact Fluitek today to discuss custom filtration solutions or standard products for reliable hydraulic filtration, supporting maximum productivity and lower total cost of ownership.