Dust Collector FAQs: How effective are catalytic converters at filtering particulate matter?

Catalytic converters reduce, among other things, the so-called organic particles that make up soot and tar. They contribute to the formation of less fine dust, but retain fewer particles than electrostatic precipitators. Their main task is therefore not to remove particles from the exhaust gas, but to remove other toxic substances. As a side effect, […]

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Dust Collector FAQs: Are there dust collectors that do not work on the electrostatic principle?

Yes, in addition to electrostatic dust collectors, catalytic and filter dust collectors are also common. Catalysts and filter separators reduce the diameter of the chimney or reduce the chimney draught due to their design. Electrostatic precipitators reduce the chimney diameter, albeit slightly, and have very little effect on draught conditions.

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Dust Collector FAQs: Are there other names for electrostatic dust separators?

Yes, they are also known as electrostatic precipitators, electrostatic filters, electrostatics or particle separators. There are also devices that are simply called dust collectors. It is important to check whether they actually work with an electrostatic field or whether they are so-called passive filters.

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Dust Collector FAQs: What does collection efficiency tell us about the performance of a dust collector?

The performance of different technologies can be compared using what is known as collection efficiency. Separation efficiency can be measured in two ways. Either you weigh the particles retained by the collector, or you count them.Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages. Weighing is currently (2024) the most commonly used method for regulatory approval or […]

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Dust Collector FAQs: How effective is an electrostatic precipitator?

An electrostatic precipitator can remove a large proportion of particles from the exhaust gas. If the efficiency is measured by the number of particles, then on average across all manufacturers, over 90% of the particles are removed electrostatically, and around 70% by mass. Separators for stoves and tiled stoves, which do not work electrostatically, usually […]

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