Metal Filter Components for Aerospace Filtration
Filtalloy manufactures porous metal, pleated metal and sintered mesh filter components for drawing-defined aerospace filtration projects. Component review starts with the fluid, required cleanliness, flow, dimensions and qualification plan.
We support manufacturing review for development equipment, test systems and specified component designs. An application name or matching dimensions does not establish approval for aircraft or spacecraft installation. Identify the intended installation and required supplier qualifications at the start of the project.
Aerospace Filter Components: Match the Fluid and Duty
- Aircraft fuel filtration: specify fuel composition, temperature range, particle retention, flow and the applicable equipment specification.
- Hydraulic and lubricating fluids: provide fluid grade, viscosity at temperature, downstream cleanliness, seals and forward or reverse differential pressure.
- Coolant and process water: define fluid chemistry, particle loading, corrosion compatibility and cleaning requirements.
- Gas filtration or distribution: specify gas composition, flow at actual pressure and temperature, pressure drop and the required media structure.
Special-Service Review
Oxygen, propulsion and other critical services require dedicated compatibility, cleanliness and qualification requirements. Do not substitute a general-purpose metal element on the basis of shape or nominal rating alone.
Drawing Review, Inspection and Qualification
- Material grade, traceability and any required manufacturing records.
- Critical dimensions, interfaces, welds, supports and sealing arrangement.
- Retention definition and the specified test method.
- Operating pressure separately from maximum element differential pressure.
- Specified flow, integrity, proof, burst, cyclic or temperature tests, with limits and reporting agreed before manufacture.
- Cleaning, residual contamination, handling and packaging requirements.
Tests are project-specific; this list is not a claim that every test is routinely available or completed. Supplier approval, installation eligibility and qualification must be established for the particular project.
For U.S. type-certificated installations, review the applicable eligibility and traceability requirements with the responsible organization. See FAA guidance on aeronautical replacement parts.
Metal Filter Construction Options
Porous Metal Filter Discs
Porous metal discs for specified particulate filtration or gas distribution. Agree material, pore specification, supporting structure and flow acceptance requirements.
Pleated Metal Filter Cartridges
Pleated metal cartridges provide media area within the specified envelope. Review media, joints, seals, cleaning and structural limits for the complete duty.
Sintered Mesh Filter Elements
Sintered mesh elements with layer construction and supports defined by the drawing. Filtration rating and differential-pressure limits require agreed acceptance criteria.
Discuss Your Aerospace Filter Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these filters approved for direct aircraft installation?
This page describes manufacturing options, not an installation approval. Confirm applicable supplier qualifications, design approvals and part eligibility for the specific project before ordering.
Can you reproduce an existing aerospace filter?
A drawing or sample supports review, but matching its dimensions does not establish equivalent performance or installation eligibility. Provide the original specification and required approval route.
Does a welded metal element release no particles?
No such assumption should be made. Cleanliness, media integrity, weld condition and any particle-shedding limits need specified inspection or testing.
Can the filter be cleaned and reused?
Only under an agreed procedure consistent with the construction and equipment requirements. Reuse acceptance and replacement criteria must be defined for the actual application.
Three Ways to Start Your Project
- Requirements-based customization: send operating conditions and the component function for a new project.
- Drawing-based customization: send the approved drawing, revision and acceptance requirements.
- Sample-based customization: arrange a sample for measurement and construction review, with the original duty and specification where available.
Use the form below to discuss your component requirements.
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Send the drawing, intended installation and qualification requirements for component review.
