Filter Accessories

Product Overview

CMI Filter Accessories are designed to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of filtration systems, including filter housings, strainers, and skid-mounted units. Rather than offering generic spare parts, CMI provides application-oriented accessories that are fully compatible with our filtration equipment, ensuring proper sealing, optimized performance, and long service life. All accessories can be supplied as part of a complete system package or as standalone components for maintenance and system upgrades.

Accessory Categories

Sealing & Gasket Components

• O-rings and flat gaskets for bag and cartridge filter housings
• Available materials: EPDM, NBR (Buna-N), Viton (FKM), Silicone
• PTFE envelope gaskets for aggressive chemical applications
• Designed for pressure sealing, chemical compatibility, and durability

Magnetic Filtration Accessories

• Magnetic rods and magnetic trap assemblies
• Installed inside filter housings or upstream pipelines
• Efficient removal of ferrous particles and metal debris
• Protect downstream filters, pumps, and equipment
• Available in multiple diameters and magnetic strengths

Filter Bag Internal Balloon

CMI internal balloons are installed inside filter bags to improve filtration performance in high-viscosity applications.

• Reduces dead volume inside the filter bag
• Maintains proper bag shape under viscous conditions
• Promotes uniform flow distribution
• Prevents bag collapse and channeling
• Improves filtration efficiency and extends service life

Vent, Drain & Sampling Assemblies

• Top vent valves for air release during start-up
• Bottom drain valves for complete discharge
• Sampling valves for process monitoring
• Designed for safe operation and easy maintenance

Support & Auxiliary Components

• Clamps and fastening components
• Lifting lugs and handling accessories
• Mounting brackets and structural supports
• Drip trays and spill containment systems

Optional Instrumentation

• Pressure gauges
• Differential pressure indicators
• Differential pressure transmitters (optional)
• Used to monitor filter performance and optimize maintenance intervals

Technical Overview

Category	Typical Materials	Function
Sealing Components	EPDM / NBR / Viton / PTFE	Ensure leak-tight sealing under pressure
Magnetic Accessories	Stainless Steel + Magnetic Core	Remove ferrous contaminants
Internal Balloon	Elastomer / Polymer	Improve flow distribution in filter bags
Valves & Sampling	SS304 / SS316 / Brass	Control venting, draining, and sampling
Instrumentation	SS / Industrial-grade sensors	Monitor pressure and filter condition

Integration with Filtration Systems

CMI filter accessories are commonly supplied together with:

• Single and multi-bag filter housings
• Cartridge filter housings
• Basket strainers and Y strainers
• Bag filter skid systems
• Strainer pump skid systems

This integrated approach ensures full compatibility, reduces installation effort, and minimizes commissioning risks.

Materials of Construction

• Metal Parts: Carbon steel, SS304, SS316, SS316L
• Elastomers & Seals: EPDM, NBR, Viton, Silicone, PTFE

Materials are selected based on operating pressure, temperature, and fluid compatibility.

Why Choose CMI Filter Accessories?

• Designed to match CMI filtration equipment
• Industrial-grade materials and construction
• Reliable sealing and long service life
• Reduced installation and maintenance issues
• One-stop supply for filtration systems and components

Typical Use Scenarios

• New filtration system installation
• Skid-mounted system integration
• Maintenance and spare parts replacement
• System upgrade and performance optimization