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How to choose the size and air volume of large air volume V-type high-efficiency filter? Detailed explanation of selection parameters and steps

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1. The contradiction between limited space and large air volume requirements

In the design of clean rooms and HVAC systems, filtration equipment often faces a practical contradiction: the installation space is limited, but the required air volume is large.

The internal space of the air-conditioning unit (AHU) is tight, and every inch of volume needs to be carefully considered. Ordinary flat-type high-efficiency filters are limited by the projected area of ​​the frame, and the filtering area cannot break through the limitations of the overall size. In order to meet the demand for large air volume, the number of filters can only be increased or the installation space can be expanded. Both options increase equipment costs and floor space.

V-type high-efficiency filter (V-Bank) is a product designed to solve this contradiction. It achieves the goal of 'small volume, large air volume' by significantly increasing the filtration area in a limited space.

2. The principle of increasing the filtration area of ​​V-shaped high-efficiency filter

The core principle of V-shaped high-efficiency filter to increase the filtration area is the utilization of three-dimensional space - converting two-dimensional plane filtration into three-dimensional three-dimensional filtration.

The specific implementation is as follows:

1. V-shaped arrangement

V-type filters have multiple filter elements without partitions arranged in a V-shape (or W-shape) within a frame. Each filter element is an independent filter unit, and multiple V-shaped units work in parallel.

2. Three-dimensional layout of filter element

The filter material of ordinary flat filters is folded in parallel in the plane, and the filtering area is limited by the projected area of ​​the frame. The filter element of the V-shaped filter extends deep into the frame, and each filter element is arranged perpendicular to the air inlet surface, making full use of the depth space of the frame.

3. Multiple chips connected in parallel

V-type filters are usually composed of multiple filter elements such as 3V, 4V or 5V. Each filter element independently filters the air flow, and multiple filter elements work in parallel. The total filtration area is equal to the sum of the areas of each filter element.

Through the above design, under the same external dimensions, the effective filtration area of ​​the V-shaped filter can reach 3 to 5 times that of ordinary flat-type filters.。

3. Comparison of specific space utilization

Taking the actual product as an example, compare the difference in filtration area between V-shaped filter and ordinary flat filter under the same dimensions:

Contrast Dimensions

Ordinary flat plate filter without partitions

V-type high-efficiency filter (V-Bank)

Overall dimensions

610×610×70mm

610×610×292mm

Structural form

Flat pleated

Multiple pieces arranged in V shape

Filter material expansion area

About 5-8m²

About 15-25m²

Filter area multiple

benchmark

3-5 times that of ordinary filters

Rated air volume

~1000m³/h

Up to 2400-4200m³/h

The V-shaped filter extends the filter material from a two-dimensional plane to a three-dimensional space by extending in the depth direction of the frame (thickness increases from 70mm to 292mm). Although the thickness has increased, the filtering area per unit volume has increased significantly.

4. Practical advantages brought by increased filtration area

Increasing the filtration area in a limited space directly brings the following actual benefits:

1. Lower resistance under the same air volume

The larger the filtration area, the lower the speed of air flow through the filter material and the smaller the resistance. The initial resistance of the V-type filter can be as low as ≤200Pa, which is about 30% lower than the traditional filter with partitions.

2. The air volume is larger in the same space

In the same installation space, V-shaped filters can carry a larger air volume than ordinary flat-plate filters. This is especially important for equipment with limited space, such as air conditioning boxes.

3. Higher dust holding capacity

More filter media means more dust-holding space. The dust holding capacity of the V-type filter is significantly higher than that of ordinary filters of the same size, and the replacement cycle is longer.

4. Reduce the number of filters

Taking a system with a total air volume of 10000m³/h as an example, ordinary 610×610×70mm filters (~1000m³/h) require 10 units, while V-type filters (~3000m³/h) only require 3-4 units. The number of filters is reduced, and the installation space and maintenance workload are simultaneously reduced.

5. Applicable scenarios

V-type high-efficiency filters have obvious advantages in the following limited space and large air volume scenarios:

1. The internal space of the air-conditioning box at the end of the air-conditioning unit (AHU)
is limited, but it requires high air volume and cleanliness. The V-shaped filter provides large air volume and high-efficiency filtration within a limited depth.

2. Compact HVAC systems
HVAC systems in hotels, hospitals, commercial buildings and other places usually have limited space, and V-type filters are the solution.

3. The return air duct in the clean factory building
has a narrow space. V-shaped filters can provide large air volume filtration in such spaces.

4. When upgrading the existing system
without modifying the original installation space, replacing the ordinary filter with a V-shaped filter can achieve greater air volume or higher efficiency.

6. Key points for selection

When selecting a V-type high-efficiency filter in a limited space scenario, it is recommended to pay attention to the following points:

1. Confirm the depth of the installation space.
The thickness of the V-shaped filter is usually around 292mm. You need to confirm whether there is enough depth space at the installation location.

2. Determine the V-shaped configuration according to the air volume.
Select different configurations such as 3V, 4V or 5V according to the required air volume. The more V-shaped, the larger the filter area and air volume.

3. Select the efficiency level and
select H13 or H14 level according to the cleanliness requirements.

4. Check the resistance to
confirm that the initial resistance is within the tolerable range of the system fan.

7. Product features of Aili Industrial V-type high-efficiency filter

Aili Industry has the following characteristics in the field of V-type high-efficiency filters:

Independent production of the entire industry chain
Aili Industry has been deeply involved in the field of purification equipment for more than 20 years, and has built a closed loop of the entire industry chain from fan research and development, control system development to high-efficiency filter production to ensure the matching between various components and the overall performance of the system.

Optimized structural design,
Aili industrial V-type high-efficiency filter adopts multiple filter elements without partitions arranged in a V-shape. The filtration area can reach 3-5 times that of ordinary filters under the same size, and the initial resistance can be as low as ≤200Pa.

Strictly adhere to international standards.
Products strictly comply with EN 1822 standards, and the filtration efficiency levels cover H13 and H14.

Multiple specifications are available
to provide 3V, 4V, 5V and other configurations and various dimensions to adapt to different air volume requirements and installation spaces.

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Each V-type high-efficiency filter undergoes strict scanning and leak detection testing before leaving the factory to ensure that the efficiency and resistance indicators meet the requirements

If you want to know more about the selection details of V-type high-efficiency filters in limited space, you can contact the Aili industrial engineering technical team to obtain selection suggestions for specific application scenarios.

8. Related FAQs

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  • What should I do if the high-efficiency filter is installed backwards?
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  • What parameters need to be provided when purchasing HEPA high-efficiency filters?
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  • Why are the prices of high-efficiency filters so different?
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  • How should the initial resistance of the V-type high-efficiency filter be viewed? Interpretation of resistance parameters and reference for selection
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  • How to choose the size and air volume of large air volume V-type high-efficiency filter? Detailed explanation of selection parameters and steps
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  • How to increase the filtration area of ​​V-type high-efficiency filter in a=How to increase the filtration area of ​​V-type high-efficiency filter in a limited space? Structural principles and key points for selection
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    V-Bank high-efficiency filter (V-type combined high-efficiency filter) uses multiple filter elements without partitions to form a V-shaped structure. The rated air volume can reach 2400-4200m³/h. It is suitable for constant air volume (CAV) and variable air volume (VAV) HVAC systems. Typical application scenarios include hospital operating rooms and ICUs, pharmaceutical GMP workshops, electronic and semiconductor clean workshops, food processing plants, data centers, hotels and schools and other commercial buildings, as well as industrial ventilation facilities such as power plants. V-Bank filters can be used as high-efficiency filtration or ULPA pre-protection at the end of air conditioning boxes in HVAC systems. They have technical advantages such as large air volume carrying capacity, low operating resistance, high dust holding capacity, and saving installation space. Aili Industrial V-Bank high-efficiency filters strictly comply with EN1822 standards, with efficiency levels covering H13 and H14, adapting to the needs of various HVAC air treatment systems. Each unit has been scanned and tested for leaks one by one and a test report has been issued.
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  • Why is the V-shaped high-efficiency filter without partitions suitable for large air volume systems? Ai Li Industrial
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  • What is a V-type high-efficiency filter, and what is the difference between it and an ordinary high-efficiency filter?
    The V-type high-efficiency filter (V-Bank) uses multiple filter elements without partitions to form a V-shaped structure. The filtration area can reach 3-5 times that of ordinary filters. The designed air volume is more than 2 times higher than that of high-efficiency filters with partitions. The initial resistance can be as low as ≤200Pa. Compared with ordinary high-efficiency filters, V-type filters require fewer installations, smaller installation space, lower operating resistance, higher dust holding capacity and longer service life under the same air volume. The efficiency level covers H13 and H14, and is mainly used in scenarios such as terminal filtration of air-conditioning boxes, large air volume HVAC systems, electronic semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, medical and power plants. Aili industrial V-type high-efficiency filters strictly comply with the EN1822 standard, provide multiple specifications and are tested one by one, and support customized production.
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  • How to choose the thickness and filtration area of ​​a high-efficiency filter without partitions?
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  • Can high-efficiency filters without partitions be made into H13, H14 and ULPA grades?
    The partition-less high-efficiency filter uses ultra-fine glass fiber filter paper and hot-melt adhesive line separation technology, and can cover the full range of efficiency levels of H13, H14 and ULPA U15, U16, and U17. According to the EN1822 standard, H13 efficiency ≥ 99.95%, H14 ≥ 99.995%, U15 ≥ 99.9995%, U16 ≥ 99.99995%, U17 ≥ 99.999995%. Different levels correspond to different cleanliness requirements - H13 is suitable for ISO 7-8 clean rooms, H14 is suitable for ISO 5-6 clean rooms, and the local penetration rates of H13 and H14 differ by ten times. ULPA conducts efficiency assessments in the particle size range of 0.1-0.2μm and is suitable for high cleanliness environments of ISO level 4 and above. When selecting, a comprehensive balance must be made based on the cleanliness level, industry standards, system air volume and budget. Aili Industrial has independent production capabilities throughout the industry chain and strictly follows the EN1822 standard. Each filter is scanned and tested for leaks one by one and a test report is provided. It supports full series customization of H13, H14 and U15-U17.
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  • Should you choose a high-efficiency filter without partitions when space is limited?
    When the installation space of FFU, EFU, clean shed or other clean equipment is limited, high-efficiency filters without partitions can be considered. The partition-less structure uses glue lines to fix the fold distance of the filter material, and has a certain design space in terms of filter thickness, filter area and internal structure. The actual selection should not only focus on the thickness of the filter, but also need to comprehensively consider the filtration efficiency, target air volume, initial resistance, fan static pressure, sealing method and later replacement space. Aili Industry can match the specifications of high-efficiency filters without partitions based on the equipment installation dimensions and operating parameters.
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  • Which electronic, semiconductor and pharmaceutical clean rooms are suitable for partitionless high-efficiency filters?
    Partitionless high-efficiency filters can be used in clean environments such as semiconductors, electronic manufacturing, photovoltaics, pharmaceuticals, laboratories and precision manufacturing according to different specifications, and are often used in conjunction with FFU, EFU, clean sheds and clean room terminal air supply equipment. Different applications have different requirements for filtration efficiency, air volume, resistance, size, thickness and sealing methods, so selection needs to be based on specific equipment and clean environments. Aili Industry can match the specifications of high-efficiency filters without partitions based on industry applications, equipment structures and project parameters.
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  • What are the common structures and specifications of high-efficiency filters without partitions?
    High-efficiency filters without partitions usually adopt filter material folding, glue line separation and outer frame sealing structure, without using traditional paper partitions or aluminum partitions. Its specifications mainly include overall dimensions, thickness, filtration efficiency, air volume, initial resistance, outer frame material and sealing method, etc. When used in FFU, EFU, clean sheds and clean room terminal air supply equipment, it needs to be matched based on the installation space, fan performance and target air volume. Aili Industry can provide corresponding specifications and configurations of high-efficiency filters without partitions based on equipment size, air volume, filtration efficiency and usage environment.
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