What operating temperature range is safe for hydraulic filtration?

Temperatures ranging between -42 and 135 degrees Celsius are typical for hydraulic filter applications.

What are the different types of Fleetguard hydraulic filters available?

There are multiple styles of hydraulic filters, which vary depending on the filter head and application into which they will be placed. There are traditional spin-on filters, available in lock seam, rollover seam, bead-lock and wide-mouth designs, as well as coreless and non-coreless cartridge style filters. These filters can vary in media type and performance depending on the application.

Where in the hydraulic system are filters are located/required?

Within a hydraulic system, there are typically three locations where filters are located: suction line, return line and pressure line. Suction line filters remove the large particles that often appear within the hydraulic fluid reservoir and are also known as safety filters. Return line filters remove any contamination before returning the hydraulic fluid to the reservoir. Pressure line filters remove the finest particles in the system and are designed to withstand the highest operating pressures in the hydraulic system. Each of these filters are designed to protect the components most susceptible to particle contamination at high pressures.

When should hydraulic filters be changed?

Hydraulic filters should be serviced based on hours or miles of use, typically specified by the equipment manufacturer; however, some hydraulic systems have differential pressure switches that indicate when it is time to service the hydraulic filters. Always follow the recommended service intervals specified by the OEM application’s guidelines to ensure the highest level of system protection.

How often should hydraulic fluid be changed?

As is the case with servicing hydraulic filters, hydraulic fluid should be changed as per OEM application guidelines.