Dilution Solutions 3/4 in Filter Kit with Unions, 200 Mesh/80 Micron

3/4 Inch Inline Filter Kit with Unions, 200 Mesh Stainless – AKF5AP11KIT-A

The Dilution Solutions AKF5AP11KIT-A is a 3/4-inch inline filter kit for NDS irrigation and injection system installations. The kit includes unions and a 200 mesh/80 micron stainless steel mesh filter element in a 3/4-inch FPT by 3/4-inch FPT body. The filter catches particulates — sediment, pipe scale, mineral deposits — before they can reach and damage the Dosatron injector's internal components.

The stainless steel mesh element is cleanable and permanent — unlike disposable cartridge filters, the AKF5AP11KIT-A's element is flushed or brushed clean and reinstalled. This eliminates the ongoing cost and stocking requirement of replacement cartridges. The inline filter kit is also available in 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch connection sizes from Dilution Solutions for other system configurations.

Key Features & Benefits

• 200 Mesh/80 Micron Filtration — Fine mesh filter captures particulates that could damage Dosatron internal components.
• Stainless Steel Filter Element — Corrosion-resistant stainless mesh suitable for water and nutrient solution filtration.
• Cleanable and Permanent — Rinse or brush clean the element — no replacement cartridges needed.
• 3/4-Inch FPT by FPT — Connects inline with 3/4-inch female pipe thread connections.
• Unions Included — Kit includes unions for easier removal and reinstallation during cleaning.
• Protects Dosatron Injectors — Removes particulates before they reach precision injector components.

Who Should Use This Filter Kit

The AKF5AP11KIT-A is recommended for any NDS installation where the supply water may contain sediment, pipe scale, or other particulates that could damage the Dosatron injector's internal piston and valve seats. Well water, older plumbing systems, and municipal supplies with scale issues are common sources of debris. The filter kit is a low-cost protective measure for a more expensive injector system.

200 Mesh/80 Micron Filtration in NDS Installations

A 200 mesh filter has openings of approximately 80 microns — small enough to capture the fine particulates that are most likely to damage Dosatron injectors. Dosatron proportional injectors have internal pistons and valve seats machined to precise tolerances. Even small particles — pipe scale flakes, sand grains, or mineral deposits — can score the piston or valve seat surfaces over time, causing the injector to lose proportioning accuracy or develop internal leaks. A 200 mesh filter at the inlet catches these particles before they reach the injector, extending the service life of the unit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size connections does the AKF5AP11KIT-A have?

The filter kit has 3/4-inch FPT (female pipe thread) connections on both inlet and outlet.

Does the filter need replacement cartridges?

No. The stainless steel mesh element is cleanable and permanent — rinse or brush clean and reinstall.

How often should the filter element be cleaned?

Cleaning frequency depends on water quality. In areas with high sediment or scale, check and clean more frequently. Inspect the element periodically and clean when flow restriction is noticeable.

What does 200 mesh mean?

200 mesh means the screen has 200 openings per linear inch, providing approximately 80 micron filtration — fine enough to capture particles that could damage Dosatron injector internals.