Industry’s Filtration Partner
Capture, clean, expel: how Ronningen-Petter systems from Eaton work
Every process is unique - that’s why we offer several backwashing/tubular systems in several configurations.

Our flagship tubular systems. During backwash, a single tube is taken off-line from the process flow via a three-way valve. Once an element is clean, it is returned to service and the next element may be cleaned. The remaining elements in the filter remain operational throughout this cycle. F-Series and AFC-Series multiplex units consist of 2-20 individual tubes valved in parallel to common inlet, outlet, and drain headers. AFC-Series units are also available in economical single and duo-tube configurations, which must be removed from service for manual cleaning.

AFC-Series - high-pressure capability and modular flexibility
When your application demands high-pressure operation - up to 1,000 psi (69 bar) - and scaleable flexibility, the Ronningen-Petter AFC-Series is optimal. AFC-Series systems are available in single-, duo-, and multiplex configurations to meet your application and business demands.

Single Filters
Designed for batch or intermittent service, our single AFC-Series filters are ideal for a wide range of applications. Quick coupling connectors afford easy media access for inspection, cleaning, or replacement. We offer a choice of Strate-Thru and Standard configurations, both with pressure gauge and drain valve options.
Unit of Measure

Specifications

Strainer Model

N/A AFC 1500 Single Unit

Body Inlet / Outlet Size

N/A 1.5 in38.1 mm

Screen Length

N/A 24 in36 in381 mm914.4 mm
Element Styles Available1 N/A 2.25 in (57.1mm) Diameter Single

Body Diameter

N/A 3.5 in88.9 mm
Standard Pressure Rating2 N/A 150 psi10.3 bar
High Pressure Rating3 N/A 250 psi17.2 bar

Total Volumetric Capacity - model #

N/A 1524 1536

Total Volumetric Capacity

N/A 1 gal1.4 gal3.8 L5.3 L

Single Unit Weight

N/A 11.3 lb25 lb13.6 kg30 kg

Standard Drain Size

N/A 0.75 in19 mm

Strate-Thru Drain Size

N/A 0.5 in12.7 mm
Filter Media Material4 N/A Fabric: 230 - 1 micron Slotted: 1,600 - 25 microns Wire mesh: 1,650 - 2 microns

Cake Formation Increases Operational Efficiency

N/A While the filtration media provides some of the filtration action, collected contaminants actually further increase efficiency. We call this phenomenon "cake formation." The collected solids (or "cake") trap additional contaminants. The key to making this principle work is timely cleaning - too soon and you lose the benefit, too late and the system flow becomes hindered.

Ronningen-Petter systems come factory pre-set to backwash when the differential pressure from inlet to outlet reaches 15 psi (1 bar) - typically the optimum time to initiate backwashing, although this is adjustable.

  • 1 Consult media availability chart for specific retentions and types available.
  • 2 PTFE gaskets limit pressure maximum to 80 psi (5.5 bar).
  • 3 PTFE gaskets limit pressure maximum to 80 psi (5.5 bar).
  • 4 See downloads for more details.