AP226 Series High-Purity PP Single Cartridge Filter Housing for Food, Chemical & Water Filtration

The AP226 Series Single Cartridge PP Filter Housing is manufactured from 100% high-purity polypropylene (PP) without talc fillers, plasticizers, pigments, or other additives. Its pure material construction ensures extremely low extractables, excellent chemical cleanliness, and superior corrosion resistance, making it ideal for applications requiring stringent filtration standards.

Designed specifically for 226 double O-ring filter cartridges, the AP226 housing supports both Ø69 mm and Ø83 mm outer diameter filter cartridges, providing flexible compatibility with a wide range of membrane and depth filter cartridges.

With its lightweight construction, excellent chemical resistance, leak-proof sealing design, and easy maintenance, the AP226 PP filter housing is widely used in food and beverage processing, ultrapure water systems, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical processes, microelectronics, and industrial liquid filtration applications.

Key Features of AP226 Series Single Cartridge PP Filter Housing

1. 100% High-Purity Polypropylene Construction

Manufactured entirely from virgin polypropylene material without fillers or plasticizers, ensuring:

· Low extractables

· Reduced contamination risk

· Excellent chemical cleanliness

· Suitable for sensitive filtration applications

This design is especially beneficial for ultrapure water, food processing, and chemical filtration systems.

2. Designed for 226 Double O-Ring Filter Cartridges

The AP226 housing is specifically engineered for:

· 10-inch filter cartridges

· 226 flat-end connection

· Double O-ring sealing configuration

The secure cartridge interface minimizes bypass and ensures consistent filtration performance.

3. Compatible with Multiple Cartridge Diameters

Supports:

· Ø69 mm filter cartridges

· Ø83 mm filter cartridges

This flexible design allows users to select various membrane, pleated, or depth filter cartridges according to process requirements.

4. Excellent Chemical Resistance

Polypropylene offers outstanding resistance to:

· Acids

· Alkalis

· Corrosive chemicals

· Process solutions

· Cleaning agents

The housing performs reliably in harsh industrial environments where metal housings may corrode.

5. Reliable Leak-Free Sealing Performance

The double O-ring sealing system provides:

· Enhanced sealing integrity

· Reduced risk of liquid bypass

· Stable operating performance

· Improved filtration efficiency

6. Compact Design and Easy Maintenance

The single-cartridge configuration features:

· Lightweight construction

· Space-saving installation

· Quick cartridge replacement

· Reduced maintenance downtime

This helps lower operating costs while simplifying routine maintenance.

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Typical Applications

Food & Beverage Processing

Used for:

· Bottled water filtration

· Beverage filtration

· Syrup filtration

· Ingredient filtration

· Process water treatment

Helps improve product quality and protect downstream equipment.

Ultrapure Water & Process Water Filtration

Suitable for:

· RO system post-filtration

· DI water systems

· Ultrapure water production

· Laboratory water treatment

Provides reliable particle removal and process protection.

High-Purity Chemicals & Solvent Filtration

Ideal for:

· Chemical transfer filtration

· Solvent purification

· Fine chemical processing

· Specialty chemical production

The PP construction delivers excellent chemical compatibility.

Paint, Ink & Coating Industries

Used to remove:

· Pigment agglomerates

· Particulate contaminants

· Process impurities

Improving final product consistency and quality.

Machinery Manufacturing & Coolant Filtration

Applicable for:

· Coolant filtration

· Lubricant filtration

· Process liquid filtration

· Equipment protection

Helps extend equipment service life.

Microelectronics & Precision Manufacturing

Suitable for:

· Electronic chemicals

· Semiconductor process fluids

· Precision cleaning solutions

· High-purity manufacturing processes

Where low contamination levels are critical.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What filter cartridges are compatible with the AP226 housing?

The AP226 Series is designed for 10-inch filter cartridges featuring a 226 flat-end connection and double O-ring sealing. It supports both Ø69 mm and Ø83 mm outer diameter cartridges.

Q2: What is the difference between AP222 and AP226 filter housings?

The primary difference is the cartridge interface:

· AP222: Compatible with 222 flat-end filter cartridges (10" and 20")

· AP226: Compatible with 226 flat-end filter cartridges (10")

Users can select the appropriate model according to cartridge configuration requirements.

Q3: Is polypropylene suitable for chemical filtration?

Yes. Polypropylene offers excellent resistance to a wide range of acids, alkalis, and chemical solutions, making it one of the most commonly used materials for chemical filtration applications.

Q4: Can the housing be used for food and beverage filtration?

Yes. The pure polypropylene construction without fillers or plasticizers helps minimize contamination risks, making it suitable for food and beverage processing applications.

Q5: Is maintenance complicated?

No. The compact single-cartridge design allows quick cartridge replacement and simple routine maintenance, reducing downtime and labor costs.

Not Sure Whether to Choose AP222 or AP226?

AAL Filter offers both AP222 and AP226 high-purity polypropylene single cartridge filter housings to accommodate different cartridge configurations and filtration requirements.

If your filtration system uses 222 flat-end double O-ring filter cartridges, we recommend exploring our AP222 Series Single Cartridge PP Filter Housing, which supports both 10" and 20" cartridge lengths for food & beverage, water treatment, and chemical filtration applications.

Learn More: AP222 Series Single Cartridge PP Filter Housing

AAL AP226 Series Single Cartridge PP Filter Housing – Reliable High-Purity Liquid Filtration Solution

The AAL AP226 Series Single Cartridge PP Filter Housing delivers excellent chemical resistance, low extractables, and dependable filtration performance for food processing, ultrapure water production, chemical manufacturing, and industrial liquid filtration applications.

Contact us AAL Filter today to request product catalogs, technical specifications, filtration recommendations, pricing information, or customized filtration solutions.

Our engineering team is ready to help you select the most suitable PP filter housing and cartridge combination for your specific filtration system requirements.