Filter efficiency over time

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Originally Posted By: userfriendly
New article on oil filter construction; http://www.machinerylubrication.com/Read/29396/oil-filter-anatomy


Interesting that they say not to prefill:

Avoiding Pre-fill - In most cases, you do not want to pre-fill your oil filters before installation. In diesel engines, it is recommended that a pre-lube system be installed instead in order to counteract changes from dry-start conditions.
 
From the link:

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Arguably the most critical factor, structural integrity relates to a filter’s ability to prevent the passage of oil through an unfiltered flow path. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has established procedures for testing fabrication integrity, material compatibility, end load and flow fatigue. These tests can reveal defects such as improper sealing of seams and end caps or breaks in the media from high-flow conditions, as well as the effects of high temperatures on the filter element.

That's a bit of a counterpoint to the various posts we've had about how irrelevant filter tears are.
 
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