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Various Installation Methods of Cartridge Dust Collectors and Their Applications

Cartridge dust collectors have evolved into multiple installation types – vertical, horizontal, and inclined – depending on installation space, process requirements, and ease of maintenance. Here we provide a systematic overview of the main installation methods of cartridge dust collectors, along with their respective features and suitable applications, helping users choose the right installation structure based on their operating conditions to improve dust collection efficiency and ensure stable equipment performance.

A blue inclined cartridge dust collector installed adjacent to a wall
  • Vertical
  • Horizontal
  • Inclined
Vertical Installation Cartridge Dust Collector

Dust collector cartridge filter in vertical arrangements can be further divided into two installation types: top-loading and bottom-loading. In the top-loading type, the cartridge filter is inserted downward into the tube sheet hole from above and then secured onto the mounting plate. In the bottom-loading type, the cartridge filter is installed upward from beneath the mounting plate and then fixed in place.

Features

  • Excellent cleaning performance, as dust is easily dislodged under gravity and does not readily accumulate on the cartridge surface.
  • Suitable for applications with high dust concentrations and large particle sizes.

Applications

Welding fume, sandblasting dust, powder conveying, steel, building materials, etc.

Several dust collector cartridge filters vertically installed inside the cartridge dust collector
Horizontal Installation Cartridge Dust Collector

In a horizontally installed cartridge dust collector, the dust collector cartridge filters are installed parallel to the ground. They are inserted horizontally or slid laterally into the cartridge dust collector and secured with screws, flanges, or similar fasteners.

Features

  • Typically used in compact or structurally constrained spaces.
  • Dust tends to accumulate on the lower side of the cartridge filters due to gravity, requiring more frequent cleaning.

Applications

Ideal for settings with limited space and high maintenance accessibility requirements, such as laser cutting workshops and precision machining facilities.

Multiple dust collector cartridge filters horizontally installed within the cartridge dust collector.
Inclined Installation Cartridge Dust Collector

In inclined installation cartridge dust collectors, dust collector cartridge filters are typically installed at a set angle (e.g., 30° – 60° ) within the inside the unit and secured with bolts, flanges, or similar fasteners.

Features

  • Combines the advantages of vertical and horizontal installation, reducing dust accumulation while saving space.
  • Provides flexible installation and maintenance, though it requires higher structural design standards.

Applications

Suitable for medium-sized spaces, and equipment rooms or workshops where maintenance frequency can be reasonably controlled.

Multiple dust collector cartridge filters are inclined installed inside the cartridge dust collector.