Efficient liquid filtration is essential for maintaining product quality, protecting downstream equipment, and ensuring stable system operation in industrial processes. The APBF Series PP/PVDF Bag Filter Housing is specifically designed for medium- to high-flow liquid filtration applications, providing a cost-effective and highly efficient alternative to conventional cartridge filtration systems.
Featuring high filtration accuracy, large dirt-holding capacity, excellent chemical resistance, and easy maintenance, the APBF Series effectively removes suspended solids, particulate contaminants, and impurities from a wide range of process liquids.
The housing is compatible with standard Size #1 and Size #2 filter bags, offering flexibility for different flow rates and filtration requirements. Available in both Polypropylene (PP) and Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) materials, the APBF Series can meet the demands of various industrial filtration systems, including chemical processing, wastewater treatment, electroplating, and water reuse applications.
The APBF Series is engineered for safe and reliable operation under demanding process conditions.
· PP Bag Filter Housing: Maximum operating pressure up to 0.8 MPa
· PVDF Bag Filter Housing: Maximum operating pressure up to 1.0 MPa
Its robust construction ensures long-term performance and operational safety in industrial filtration systems.
Different material options allow the housing to perform efficiently under varying temperature conditions.
· PP Housing: Operating temperature up to 65°C
· PVDF Housing: Operating temperature up to 100°C
This makes the APBF Series suitable for both standard and elevated-temperature filtration applications.
Both PP and PVDF materials offer outstanding resistance to aggressive chemicals, including:
· Acids
· Alkalis
· Organic solvents
· Saline and seawater solutions
The APBF Series is an ideal choice for corrosive liquid filtration in chemical plants, electroplating facilities, and industrial water treatment systems.
The housing supports filter bags with filtration ratings ranging from 1 to 200 microns, enabling effective removal of:
· Suspended solids
· Sediment
· Fine particles
· Process contaminants
This helps protect pumps, valves, membranes, nozzles, and other critical downstream equipment.
The optimized housing design allows for:
· Fast installation
· Convenient filter bag replacement
· Reduced maintenance downtime
· Lower operating costs
This user-friendly design improves overall filtration system efficiency.
Compared with traditional cartridge filters, bag filtration systems provide:
· Larger filtration surface area
· Higher dirt-holding capacity
· Lower pressure drop
· Longer service intervals
The APBF Series is particularly suitable for medium- and high-flow liquid filtration applications where efficiency and reliability are critical.
Model | Housing Material | Housing Dimension (mm) | Bag Size | L2(mm) | In/Out | Max pressure | Reference Flow(T/H) |
APBF-B20P | PP | Ø225-H900 | Ø7''(180mm)-H17''(430mm) | 387 | DN50 Flg DN80 Flg | 0.8Mpa | 10-15 |
APBF-B40P | Ø225-H1270 | Ø7''(180mm)-H32''(810mm) | 757 | 20-25 | |||
APBF-B20V | PVDF | Ø225-H900 | Ø7''(180mm)-H17''(430mm) | 387 | DN50 Flg DN80 Flg | 1.0Mpa | 10-15 |
APBF-B40V | Ø225-H1270 | Ø7''(180mm)-H32''(810mm) | 757 | 20-25 | |||
■ Number of Bags: Single | |||||||

The APBF Series is widely used across various industrial filtration and water treatment processes.
Removes suspended solids and particulate matter from wastewater streams, supporting efficient treatment processes and water recycling systems.
Suitable for filtering acids, alkalis, solvents, and other chemical liquids to improve product quality and protect process equipment.
Effectively removes contaminants from plating solutions, helping maintain bath quality and improve coating consistency.
Provides reliable filtration of circulating water systems by removing particulate impurities and maintaining water clarity.
Used as a pre-filtration solution to protect pumps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, and other process equipment.
Acts as an effective pre-filter to reduce membrane fouling, extend membrane life, and improve overall system performance.
Suitable for industries such as:
· Chemical manufacturing
· Water treatment
· Electronics manufacturing
· Pharmaceutical processing
· Food and beverage production
· Municipal water systems
· Seawater treatment
Compared with conventional cartridge filtration systems, the APBF Series offers several significant advantages:
· Higher flow capacity
· Larger contaminant holding capacity
· Lower maintenance frequency
· Reduced operating costs
· Excellent corrosion resistance
· Multiple material options (PP and PVDF)
· Compatibility with standard filter bags
· Easy installation and servicing
· Long service life in harsh industrial environments
Whether you require filtration for chemical processing, industrial water treatment, wastewater reuse, or corrosive liquid applications, the APBF Series provides a dependable and economical filtration solution.
Feature | PP Bag Filter Housing | PVDF Bag Filter Housing |
Maximum Pressure | 0.8 MPa | 1.0 MPa |
Maximum Temperature | 65°C | 100°C |
Chemical Resistance | Excellent | Superior |
Acid & Alkali Resistance | Excellent | Excellent |
Organic Solvent Resistance | Good | Outstanding |
Cost | Economical | Premium |
Recommended Applications | General industrial filtration | Highly corrosive and high-temperature applications |
For standard industrial filtration applications, PP offers an excellent balance of performance and cost-effectiveness. For aggressive chemicals, elevated temperatures, or demanding process environments, PVDF is often the preferred choice.
A PP Bag Filter Housing is a filtration vessel manufactured from polypropylene material and designed to hold filter bags for removing particles, suspended solids, and contaminants from liquids. It offers excellent chemical resistance and is widely used in industrial water treatment and chemical filtration applications.
PP provides excellent corrosion resistance and cost efficiency for general industrial applications. PVDF offers enhanced chemical resistance, higher temperature tolerance, and greater durability in highly corrosive environments.
The APBF Series is compatible with standard Size #1 and Size #2 filter bags, providing flexibility for different flow rates and filtration requirements.
The system supports filter bags with filtration ratings ranging from 1 micron to 200 microns, depending on the specific application requirements.
Yes. The APBF Series is specifically designed for medium- and high-flow liquid filtration applications. Its large filtration area and high dirt-holding capacity help reduce pressure loss and improve operational efficiency.
Common industries include wastewater treatment, chemical processing, electroplating, water reuse, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food and beverage processing, industrial water treatment, and seawater filtration.
The APBF Series PP/PVDF Bag Filter Housing delivers reliable, high-performance filtration for industrial liquid processing, wastewater treatment, chemical filtration, and corrosive fluid applications.
Contact AAL Filter today to request product datasheets, technical consultation, system selection assistance, pricing information, or customized filtration solutions. Our experienced engineering team is ready to help you choose the most suitable PP or PVDF bag filter housing for your filtration system and operational requirements.