Leaf Disc Filters For Polymer Film Manufacturing

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June 09, 2025

Leaf Disc Filters For Polymer Film Manufacturing

At RajFilters, we specialise in delivering high-performance filtration solutions specifically for the polymer film industry. Our leaf disc filters are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of BOPET, BOPA, BOPP, and BOPI film production, ensuring optimal clarity and consistency in final products. 

Leaf Disc Filtration

Understanding of Leaf Disc Filters:

A leaf disc filter is a special filter made to clean melted plastics (polymers) by removing dirt and impurities. It’s built from sintered stainless steel mesh or metal fibre felt, which doesn’t rust and can handle high heat. Its smart design gives you lots of filtering space without slowing down the flow, making it perfect for high-viscosity polymer applications.

Working Principle:

Multiple Leaf Disc filters are stacked inside a vertical housing. Unfiltered polymer melt enters the housing, flowing simultaneously towards the filter surfaces from both the top and bottom.

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As the melt passes through the filter media, contaminants—including gels, catalyst residues, and solid particles are captured on the filter surfaces.

The purified melt then flows through openings in the central hub, enters a collection tube, and exits the housing clean and ready for the next processing stage.

Structure and Design:

Our leaf disc filters comprise several key components:

Multi-Layers of Sintered Stainless Steel Wire Mesh: Enhance filtration accuracy, durability, corrosion resistance, and backwash capability. The layered structure allows for finer filtration without sacrificing flow rate and reduces clogging. 

A Central Hub: Serves as the outlet for the filtered liquid (filtrate), is available with hard, semi-hard, or soft hubs, allowing customisation based on specific filtration requirements.

Support Layer: Acts as a structural backing for the filter media. It provides the necessary rigidity and support for the filtration layer, ensuring it can withstand filtration pressures and prevent tearing or damage.

Perforated Sheet: Acts as the filter medium, separating solids from liquids or gases. It does this by allowing the fluid to pass through the small openings (perforations) in the sheet while trapping larger solid particles that would otherwise pass through. 

Star Support Frame:  Supporting the filter’s mesh structure and ensuring proper fluid flow. It helps maintain the spacing between adjacent discs and guides the fluid towards the center tube, ensuring efficient filtration. 

Specifications: 

Our leaf disc filters are designed to meet diverse industrial needs

Materials: 316L stainless steel sintered wire mesh or metal fiber felt. 

Micron Ratings: Available from 3μm to 60μm, catering to various filtration precisions. 

Sizes: Standard diameters include 6″, 7″, 10″, and 12″, with custom sizes available upon request. 

Operating Temperature: Up to 400°C, suitable for high-temperature polymer processes. 

Pressure Resistance: Designed to withstand high-pressure differentials, ensuring durability and reliability.

Applications: Our leaf disc filters are extensively used in below industries:

Polymer Film Production: Ensuring the purity of BOPET, BOPA, BOPP, and BOPI films. 

Engineering Plastics: Providing clean melts for high-performance plastic components. 

Battery Separator Films: Ensuring the integrity of films used in battery technologies.

Cleaning and Maintenance: To maintain optimal performance, regular cleaning of leaf disc filters is essential: 

Back Flushing: Reversing the flow to dislodge and remove trapped contaminants. 

Ultrasonic Cleaning: Using high-frequency sound waves to clean the filter surfaces thoroughly. 

Chemical Cleaning: Employing appropriate solvents to dissolve and remove stubborn residues. 

Why Choose RajFilters & Wiremesh Pvt. Ltd. For Leaf Disc Filter?

As a leading leaf disc filter manufacturer, Rajfilters stands out for several reasons, which are given below:

Quality Assurance: We use premium-grade materials and adhere to stringent quality control measures to deliver filters that meet international standards. 

Customisation: Our team works closely with clients to design filters that meet specific operational needs. 

Technical Expertise: With years of experience, we provide expert guidance and support, ensuring optimal filtration solutions. 

Global Reach: As a trusted leaf disc filter supplier, we serve clients across various industries worldwide. 

Partner with Rajfilters for reliable, efficient, and high-quality leaf disc filters that enhance your production processes. Proper maintenance extends the service life of the filters and ensures consistent filtration efficiency


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