Description
Marine Wedge Wire Candle Filter Element
The WIRES marine candle filter element is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant filtration component designed specifically for shipboard and offshore applications handling heavy, high-viscosity fluids. Constructed from 316L stainless steel wire mesh and wedge wire profiles, these candle filters deliver large filtration area, high structural strength, and cleanable, reusable performance in the demanding environment of marine fuel and lubrication systems.
Key Features
- 316L stainless steel construction: Both end caps and filter media are 316L stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance in seawater and marine fuel environments.
- Wedge wire profile design: Mechanical rigidity, high pressure differential resistance, and excellent backwash characteristics — ideal for waxy and asphaltic fluids.
- Large filtration area: Candle geometry provides high open area and flow capacity in a compact footprint.
- Low resistance drop: Optimized flow path minimizes pressure loss across the element.
- Easy maintenance: Bolt-fixed or threaded connection allows quick installation, removal, and cleaning during ship maintenance.
Specifications
| Product Type | Marine Candle / Wedge Wire Filter Element |
| Material | 316L Stainless Steel Wire Mesh / Wedge Wire |
| Working Pressure | 1.0 MPa |
| Filtration Rating | 20 μm, 25 μm, 30 μm, 40 μm, 80 μm (custom on request) |
| Working Temperature | -30°C to +110°C |
| Connection Type | Threaded / Bolt-fixed |
| Feature | Backwashable, reusable, high strength, no media migration |
Cross Reference
WIRES candle and wedge wire elements are available in custom diameters and lengths to match most marine filter housings and auto-backwash filter systems. We also supply multilayer sintered mesh filter discs (2–300 μm, 200–650°C continuous service) and laminated metal screen discs for high-temperature gas distribution and polymer melt applications. Dimensions, flange configurations, and micron ratings are fully customizable.
Applications
- Marine and shipboard heavy fuel oil (HFO) filtration
- High-viscosity hydraulic oil and asphalt filtration
- Petrochemical polymer and polyester melt filtration
- Chemical fiber and synthetic filament production
- Waxy crude oil and asphaltic media filtration
- Power plant, natural gas, water treatment coarse and fine filtration
About WIRES Filters
With over 28 years of specialized manufacturing experience, WIRES is a trusted OEM/ODM supplier of industrial filter elements and filtration systems for global B2B markets. Every filter is produced under strict quality control at our ISO-certified production facility, using premium raw materials sourced from trusted global suppliers. We offer full customization — including custom dimensions, media grades, end-cap configurations, and cross-reference matching to all major OEM brands. Our products are exported worldwide to power plants, chemical processing plants, food and beverage facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, marine operators, and hydraulic equipment users. Contact our engineering team today to request a quote or discuss your custom filtration requirements.
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