A Practical Guide to Water Filter Cartridge Selection

Explore our guide to choosing the right water filter cartridge. Learn about types, sizes, materials, and key factors for cleaner, healthier water at home or work.

To know the best-suited water filter cartridge for you, you have to understand the water type, and the condition in which you want to filter. Without understanding the water type, it’s difficult to choose the right solution.

At the time of choosing the perfect water filter cartridge, you have to consider the ideal flow rate and the required filter cartridge size as per your requirements. It is easy to install or replace these water filter cartridges.

So even if impurities like silt or other particles block the pores of the filter cartridge and cause the loss of pressure in the water supply, because they’re very easy to replace, one can always replace it with a new water filter cartridge/s.

Usually, these cartridge filters are arranged and put in an order that provides better liquid filtration. The bigger micron-rated filter cartridge is installed first in the system followed by the smaller micron-rated water filter cartridges which can filter out impurities as small as 0.5 microns.

Many industries and businesses install whole water filtration houses in their processes to get cleaner liquid. So, it’s important to understand and choose the right fit and replacement. This article will go through many types of cartridge filters and what are the best water filter cartridge solutions.

Different types of water filter cartridges

There are many water filter cartridges available in the market. Choosing from them is a tough task. We will talk about mmp’s filter cartridges here.

Lagoon® & Oceanic® branded Melt-blown filter cartridge

• Made of Polypropylene material, these cartridges effectively capture both large and small suspended particles from the liquid.it is constructed using a 3-layer gradient design.
• The gradient design facilitates the entrapment of bigger impurities on the outer layer and smaller particles in the inner layer.
• Ideal for filtering various-sized particles from liquids, ensuring efficient operation.
• mmp introduces India’s first-ever NSF-certified Melt-blown filter cartridges, featuring brand names Lagoon® and Oceanic®
• Lagoon® and Oceanic® cater to domestic and industrial applications, respectively

Hydrowound® branded String wound filter cartridge

• Manufactured by mmp, these cartridges ensure efficiency in the filtration process.
• Specialized cartridges designed for industrial filtration purposes utilize durable PP filtration yarn.
• Offers the dual advantage of low-pressure drop and higher dirt-holding capacity.
• mmp employs a special yarn made with Austrian technology known as DREF through Friction spinning.
• Yarns produced through this method exhibit 20-40% higher air volume and cross-section diameter.
• The unique yarn nature enhances liquid permeability through the filter cartridge.
• The filter cartridges, due to their yarn characteristics, possess increased capacity for holding dirt.
• These cartridges can be customized in various patterns, lengths, and diameters as per the requirement. Particle sizes of 1 micron can be filtered with these cartridges.

Learn: What are String Wound Cartridge Filters

Pyoorite® branded PP Pleated filter cartridges

• mmp’s PP Pleated filter cartridge is crafted from virgin polypropylene, serving as the primary material.
• The cylindrical filter cartridge undergoes perforation, creating small holes for water to pass through post-filtration.
• In the subsequent step, a pleated membrane is introduced between the perforated core to optimize space utilization, enhancing surface area and filter efficiency.
• The ends of these cartridges undergo heat sealing instead of using glue for cap attachment, providing customization options for the customer's system requirements.
• This reflects mmp's commitment to a risk-free and smooth filtration process, especially beneficial in the pharmaceuticals, food, and beverages industries, as there's no use of adhesives or chemicals.
• Customization options include Double Open-End (DOE) or Single Open-End (SOE) designs, each offering distinct applications and advantages.

High-flow Pleated filter

• Cylindrical-shaped polypropylene cartridges ensure durability and provide a higher surface area for filtration.
• Made with pleated polypropylene, these cartridges feature sealed ends to prevent bypass, ensuring efficient filtration.
• Available in various micron ratings, offering filtration precision.
• Boasts a large filtration area of up to 9m², effectively capturing particles.
• High flow rate of up to 113m³/Hr. or 500 GPM for processing large liquid volumes.
• Equipped with end connections that seamlessly fit standards, making integration into existing systems easy.

Choosing the right water filter cartridge

Begin your filtration process by choosing the right-sized filter, which is a crucial first step. Most cartridge filters are available in two standard lengths: 10" or 20", with either 4.5" or 2.5" diameters.

The key here is that larger cartridges, both in diameter and length, offer more extensive filtering capabilities before needing replacement. Additionally, they can handle a higher flow rate more efficiently.

On the other hand, smaller cartridges, such as a 2.5" x 10", require more frequent replacements and can restrict the flow more compared to larger alternatives like a 4" x 10" or 4" x 20" filter. Choose the size that aligns with your filtration needs for optimal performance and convenience.

If dealing with fine silt, opting for a filter in the 10-25 micron range is advisable or you can choose it according to your system’s requirement. In applications requiring exceptionally clean water, such as those employing UV purification, opt for a filter with a particle size of 5 microns or smaller.

It's essential to recognize that as the pore size decreases and sediment accumulates in the filter cartridge, the filter is prone to faster clogging, necessitating more frequent cleaning or replacement. Consider the specific filtration needs of your system to choose the most suitable pore size and ensure efficient and consistent performance.

mmp offers a complete water filtration solution

mmp is one of the leading manufacturers of various types of water filter cartridges. Our Lagoon and Oceanic branded Melt-blown filter cartridges are the first NSF-certified filter cartridges in India.

Hydro wound filter cartridges also known as String wound filter cartridges are one of the most durable and efficient filter cartridges.

The yarn that is used in making these string wound filter cartridges is designed and manufactured by mmp. This specialized filtration yarn has more air volume for higher dirt-holding capacity.

mmp is one of the few companies in the world with in-house manufacturing of yarn, Polypropylene core, and filter cartridges under a single roof.

Conclusion

While opting for a water filter cartridge it is important to know about your requirements and the type of filtration you need. The market is filled with various types of water filter cartridges. While some offer a great deal against the money spent on it. But it’s important to choose the right one. mmp is one of the trusted and reliable manufacturers in the market with expertise in providing quality filtration solutions. Our Lagoon® and Oceanic® Melt-blown filter cartridges are made with the highest quality material under the surveillance of experts. Due to this, it has gained the spot of acquiring the first NSF-certified Melt-blown filter cartridge in the country. So, it becomes a natural choice for many businesses to choose the best in the business.