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Comparison of Eaton Filter Bag Models

Snap-Ring, Unibag, Sentinel, Duragaf, Hayflow, Max-Load, Accugaf and Progaf

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We make it easy to determine which filter bag model is best for your application and ensure quick delivery at the best cost by having the manufacturer drop-ship directly to you! Our filter bags are compatible with all #1-#4 size bag filter housing brands including Eaton, Hayward, GAF, American Felt, Loeffler, FSI, Tate Andale and Rosedale.

Filter bag cost vs efficiency analysis

Once you have a bag filter system, you also commit to the annual cost related to stocking, changing and disposing of filter bags. Our factory-direct business model reduces your inventory requirements, and our website explains features of our filter bags to help reduce the frequency of filter bag changes and improve personnel safety.

The cost of a filter bag is directly related to its filtration efficiency and the amount of particles it can retain before requiring replacement. The chart to the right summarizes our product offering. Use our articles and webpages to learn about the features of each model and then Call us at 908.362.9981 for factory-direct pricing!

Least Expensive Filter Bags

The SNAP-RING and UNIBAG models are essentially the same in terms of efficiency and cost, with the UNIBAG being made from recycled materials and having both a welded construction and crush ring seal. These are best suited for retention of particles larger than 25 microns when the particle load is not too high. Monofilament and multifilament mesh material SNAP-RING filter bags only provide surface filtration.

Industrial Performance Filter Bags

The SENTINEL and DURAGAF filter bags are made from thicker felt material, increasing their depth filtration. SENTINEL is our single most popular style. DURAGAF filter bags are manufactured from even thicker felt, increasing particle handling capacity by 3 to 5 times! While they cost about 2 times more than a SENTINEL, the annual cost savings associated with reduced changes often offset the higher initial cost through:

  • Less labor costs for change-outs
  • Reduced product loss due to carry-out
  • Increased safety due to less exposure to liquids
  • Reduced system downtime

Special & High-Efficiency Designs

HAYFLOW: A clever design requiring a special support basket. These are made with 70% more material than a DURAGAF bag, significantly increasing flow rate capacity and particle load handling. Use these when minimizing downtime is a top priority.

MAX-LOAD: A filter bag and filter cartridge hybrid with a pleated and rigid design. These increase surface area while maintaining an ideal shape, making them perfect for hazardous process liquids where minimizing personnel exposure is critical.

Absolute Rated: CLEARGAF, LOFCLEAR, ACCUGAF & PROGAF

These models are used for the most demanding applications. CLEARGAF models are designed for FDA compliance. LOFCLEAR, ACCUGAF, and PROGAF are all absolute rated, meaning they have a specified efficiency up to 99.9% for targeted particle sizes.

Comparing Filter Bag Brands

It is nearly impossible to compare brands based upon catalog pages alone because each manufacturer uses different material thicknesses and fiber density specifications. There is no universal definition of "nominally efficient." When switching manufacturers, we recommend obtaining free sample filter bags to gauge efficiency. Our nominally rated bags are often more efficient than competitors; for example, our 25-micron bag might suffice where a competitor's 10-micron bag was previously used.

Another factor is product consistency. A large company like Eaton has tightly controlled quality control procedures. While some distributors source from unknown overseas factories for lower costs, you generally "get what you pay for." Leverage Eaton’s resources and our decades of experience to find the best value for your application.

Accessories

We offer accessories to reduce product loss and enhance personnel safety, such as displacement balloons, splash guards, and magnetic inserts. These items are often compatible with any brand of filter housing and their benefits work with your existing filter bags.

Please let us know how we can assist you further with your industrial filtration needs!