Ryco Filters

DEFINITION OF FILTRATION
“ The process by which solid particles are separated from a fluid by passing the fluid through a permeable material that
will not let the solid particles through� .
THE NEED FOR FILTRATION IN HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
The higher pressures and faster cycle times, and the more consistent performance requirements in hydraulic circuits,
have resulted in many high precision components being used in pumps, motors, control valves and actuators.
Contamination can increase wear on these components, or cause them to jam or malfunction. To keep circuits operating
for long periods and avoid costly down time, it is important to ensure that contamination is removed from the hydraulic
fluid as efficiently as possible.
The cleaner the fluid, the longer life system components will have, and the greater will be the period between
breakdowns.
HOW FILTERS WORK
Oil containing contaminants enters via the inlet port, and flows around the outside of the filter element. As the oil
passes through the filter element from the outside to the inside, particles of contaminant are trapped in the filter media.
The cleaned oil flows through to the centre tube of the filter element and into the outlet port of the filter.
Spin On Canisters and Cartridge type filter elements both work in the same manner.