Full Flow Vs Side Stream Filters – Choosing An Industrial Heating System Filter

One question that we are regularly asked is what is better: full flow vs side stream filters.

There are several filtration options for closed-loop heating and cooling systems, the most prominent being a full flow magnetic filter, side stream filters, air/dirt separators, or a simple Y strainer. Models are available at a wide range of price points, but it’s important to base the purchase decision on potential performance, not price alone.

In this article, we’ll explain the difference between full flow and side stream filters, as well as exploring types of industrial filtration in more detail.