Self-Cleaning Water Filters (ABW Series)
Industrial Self-Cleaning Water Filters for High-Flow Applications
ABW Series self-cleaning water filters
Industrial Self-Cleaning Water Filters for High-Flow Applications
Automatic filtration systems designed for continuous operation, minimal maintenance, and scalable performance. The ABW Series delivers reliable self-cleaning filtration for industrial, municipal, and process water systems. Designed for industrial self-cleaning water filtration systems handling high flow rates and continuous operation.
Self-cleaning water filters are automatic filtration systems that remove suspended solids from water without the need for manual cleaning or shutdown. Using an internal backwash or flush mechanism, these systems continuously maintain optimal performance while reducing maintenance requirements.
The ABW Series is engineered for industrial environments where downtime is costly and filtration reliability is critical. These systems are widely used across industrial, commercial, municipal, and irrigation applications where continuous operation is required.
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How Automatic Self-Cleaning Filters Work
LPF Series filters operate as automatic self-cleaning water filtration systems engineered for low-pressure applications. Unlike standard filtration systems that require higher operating pressure, LPF filters are designed to initiate and complete cleaning cycles efficiently even at reduced pressure levels.
As water flows through the filter, suspended solids are captured on a stainless steel screen. As debris builds up, a pressure differential is created between the inlet and outlet, triggering an automatic cleaning cycle.
During this process, a suction scanner moves across the screen, removing debris and flushing it out through a drain without interrupting the main flow.
Key benefits include:
- Reliable operation in low-pressure environments
- Continuous filtration during cleaning cycles
- No manual intervention required
- Reduced water usage during backwash
- Stable system performance with minimal pressure loss
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The ABW Series is used across a wide range of industrial applications and water sources where reliable self-cleaning filtration is required:
Industrial Process Water
Cooling Towers & HVAC
Seawater Filtration
Municipal & Wastewater Systems
Irrigation Systems
Car Wash Water Reuse
Mining & Heavy Industry
The ABW Series is designed for high-flow, high-pressure filtration applications where continuous operation, scalability, and industrial performance are critical.
Choosing the correct system ensures optimal performance and long-term reliability.
The ABW Series is engineered for high-flow industrial filtration systems with minimal pressure loss and scalable configurations.
The ABW Series includes a wide range of self-cleaning water filter models designed to meet different flow rates, pipe sizes, and filtration requirements across industrial applications. These self-cleaning water filter models are designed to support a wide range of industrial flow requirements, from small systems to large-scale filtration installations. Use the table below to compare flange sizes, screen areas, and maximum flow capacities for each model.
| Filter Model | Flange Size (in) | Screen Area (sq ft) | Max Flow (gpm) | Empty Weight (lbs) | Cut Sheet | Installation Layout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABW2-L | 2 | 0.5 | 130 | 120 | PDF | | |
| ABW2-LP | 2 | 0.5 | 130 | 120 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW2-S | 2 | 1.4 | 200 | 150 | PDF | | |
| ABW2-SP | 2 | 1.4 | 200 | 150 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW2-XLP | 2 | 2.5 | 300 | 225 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW3 | 3 | 0.5 | 150 | 125 | PDF | | |
| ABW3-LP | 3 | 2.5 | 300 | 250 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW3-S | 3 | 1.4 | 200 | 150 | PDF | | |
| ABW3-SP | 3 | 1.4 | 200 | 150 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW3-XLP | 3 | 5 | 400 | 280 | PDF | | |
| ABW4 | 4 | 1.4 | 300 | 170 | PDF | | |
| ABW4-L | 4 | 5 | 600 | 230 | PDF | | |
| ABW4-LP | 4 | 5 | 600 | 280 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW4-LPE | 4 | 2.5 | 400 | 250 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW4-P | 4 | 1.4 | 300 | 170 | PDF | | |
| ABW4-SP | 4 | 7 | 1000 | 525 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW4-XLP | 4 | 8 | 800 | 325 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW6-L | 6 | 5 | 800 | 280 | PDF | | |
| ABW6-LP | 6 | 5 | 800 | 300 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW6-P | 6 | 2.5 | 600 | 260 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW6-SLP | 6 | 11 | 2400 | 600 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW6-SP | 6 | 7 | 1750 | 535 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW6-TXLP | 6 | 16 | 1500 | 1100 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW6-XLP | 6 | 8 | 800 | 335 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW8 | 8 | 5 | 1320 | 400 | PDF | | |
| ABW8-LP | 8 | 8 | 1500 | 360 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW8-P | 8 | 5 | 1320 | 340 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW8-SLP | 8 | 11 | 2500 | 620 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW8-SP | 8 | 7 | 1750 | 560 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW8-TLP | 8 | 16 | 1500 | 2100 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW10 | 10 | 7 | 1750 | 500 | PDF | | |
| ABW10-LP | 10 | 11 | 2630 | 650 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW10-P | 10 | 7 | 1750 | 585 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW10-SLP | 10 | 12.5 | 4000 | 800 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW10-SP | 10 | 8 | 1500 | 385 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW10-TLP | 10 | 16 | 2500 | 1200 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW10-XLP | 10 | 16 | 6000 | 1300 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW12 | 12 | 11 | 2630 | 650 | PDF | | |
| ABW12-LP | 12 | 12.5 | 4000 | 850 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW12-P | 12 | 11 | 2,630 | 690 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW12-SXLP | 12 | 20 | 7000 | 1600 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW12-XLP | 12 | 16 | 6000 | 1300 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW14 | 14 | 12.5 | 4000 | 800 | PDF | | |
| ABW14-LP | 14 | 16 | 6000 | 1350 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW14-P | 14 | 12.5 | 4000 | 900 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW14-TLP | 14 | 32 | 12000 | 5000 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW14-TP | 14 | 25 | 6000 | 2500 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW16-L | 16 | 16 | 6000 | 1000 | PDF | | |
| ABW16-LP | 16 | 16 | 6000 | 1400 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW16-P | 16 | 12.5 | 4000 | 925 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW16-SP | 16 | 24 | 10000 | 2100 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW16-TLP | 16 | 32 | 5000 | 8000 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW16-XLP | 16 | 20 | 8000 | 1700 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW18-LP | 18 | 16 | 6000 | 1450 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW18-SP | 18 | 24 | 10000 | 2100 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW18-TLP | 18 | 32 | 12000 | 4850 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW18-TP | 18 | 25 | 8000 | 3000 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW20-LP | 20 | 16 | 6000 | 1500 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW20-P | 20 | 12.5 | 4000 | 975 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW20-SP | 20 | 24 | 10000 | 2200 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW20-TLP | 20 | 32 | 12000 | 4900 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW20-TP | 20 | 25 | 8000 | 3100 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW20-XLP | 20 | 20 | 8000 | 1800 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW24-SP | 24 | 24 | 10000 | 2500 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW24-TLP | 24 | 32 | 12000 | 5000 | PDF | STEP | |
| ABW24-TXLP | 24 | 40 | 16000 | 7800 | PDF | STEP | |
| * Flow rates are with clean city water and 100 micron screens |
Choosing the correct self-cleaning water filter depends on:
- Required flow rate (GPM)
- Filtration level (micron size)
- Water source (e.g. lake water, canal water)
- Application type (industrial, irrigation, municipal)
Tekleen self-cleaning water filters are engineered for demanding industrial environments where reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation are critical.
Proven Performance in Industrial Applications
Minimal Maintenance and Continuous Operation
Scalable Filtration for High-Flow Systems
Engineered for Demanding Water Conditions
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ABW self-cleaning water filters are designed to handle a wide range of water sources across industrial, commercial, municipal, and irrigation applications:
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