Description
Molecular Sieve – Our highest grade of desiccant, Molecualr Sieve is as much as 4 times more powerful than other desiccants – especially at elevated temperatures. Molecualr Sieve can adsorb up to 23% of its own weight in water. With added capacities for hydrocarbons, carbon dioxide, and other organics. A molecular sieve is a material containing tiny pores of a precise and uniform size that is used as an absorbent for gases and liquids. Molecules small enough to pass through the pores are absorbed while larger molecules are not. It is different from a common filter in that it operates on a molecular level and traps the adsorbed substance. For instance, a water molecule may be small enough to pass through the pores while larger molecules are not, so water is forced into the pores which act as a trap for the penetrating water molecules, which are retained within the pores. Because of this, they often function as a desiccant. When using repackable cartridges, all filter materials must be firmly compacted so that they will not move around in the cartridge and break up during use. Only filter cartridges that have been designed for repacking should be repacked. Please note that some manufacturers do not recommend repacking of filter cartridges. As a general precaution always make sure that pads fit securely into the filter cartridge housing. There should be no gaps between the edge of the pads and the filter cartridge internal wall. Leakage of filter materials could occur if there is not a secure fit. Filter materials should be repacked in such a way that there is no movement of the filter chemicals within the cartridge. Lightly tapping the cartridge housing and then tamping down the pad on the chemical should settle the filter chemicals so that they will not dislodge during use which could possibly contaminate the air system. Do not crush the chemicals! Take careful note of the component order within the cartridge. If you have any questions on repacking your filter please feel free to contact us
