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Are MICRONs Wound Filter Cartridges micron ratings nominal or absolute?

April 26, 2017cartridges filter Micron nominal ratings WOUND

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Are MICRONs Wound Filter Cartridges micron ratings nominal or absolute?

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MICRON wound filter cartridges are rated as nominal. A nominal rating means that about 80% of contaminant particles above the rating will be held within the filter. Absolute rated filters are generally of the pleated style and hold contaminants on the surface of the filter only.