Return Filters

E 094 · E 103 · E 143

· Tank top mounting
· Connection up to G1
· Nominal flow rate up to 135 l/min

20.30-5e
 Description

Application Ventilating Filter

In the return line circuits of hydraulic systems. Ventilation of the reservoir by an integral star-shape pleated filter element:
• removable (replace annually!)
Performance features
• splash-proof
Protection
• fineness 2 µm
against wear: By means of filter elements that, in full-flow filtration
meet even the highest demands regarding cleanliness
Filter maintenance
classes.
By using a clogging indicator the correct moment for maintenance is stated and
Protection against
guarantees the optimum utilization of the filter life.
malfunction: By means of full-flow filtration in the system return, the
pumps above all are protected from dirt particles
Materials
remaining in the system after assembly, repairs, or which
Screw-on cap: Polyamide, GF reinforced
are generated by wear or enter the system from outside.
Filter head: Aluminium alloy
Filter bowl: Polyamide, GF reinforced*
Special features
Seals: NBR (Viton on request)
By-pass valve: The location close to the inlet port prevents dirt
Filter media: EXAPOR®MAX - inorganic multi-layer microfibre web
particles retained by the filter element from entering
Paper - cellulose web, impregnated with resin
into the clean oil side.
* due to the conductable plastic material no static charge can occur
Removable bowl: In case of maintenance the filter bowl is removed
together with the filter element - therefore dirt particles
Accessories
are not flushed back into the tank.
An optional oil separator (Part No. E 103.1702) prevents oil splashing
Filter elements through the ventilating filter at mobile applications.
Flow direction from outside to centre. The star-shaped pleating of the filter Electrical and optical clogging indicators are available. Dimensions and
material results in: technical data see cataologue sheet 60.20.
• large filter surfaces
• low pressure drop
• high dirt-holding capacities
• long service life

Characteristics

Nominal flow rate Hydraulic fluids

Up to 135 l/min (see Selection Chart, column 2) Mineral oil and biodegradable fluids
The nominal flow rates indicated by ARGO-HYTOS are based (HEES and HETG see info-sheet 00.20)
on the following features: With high filling conditions we recommend
• closed by-pass valve at ν ≤ 200 mm2/s an electrical conductivity >
_ 500 pS/m at 20 °C.
• element service life > 1000 operating hours at an average
fluid contamination of 0,07 g per l/min flow volume Temperature range
• flow velocity in the connection lines ≤ 4,5 m/s - 30° C ... + 100° C (temporary - 40 °C ... + 120 °C)

Connection Viscosity at nominal flow rate

Threaded ports according to ISO 228 or DIN 13. • at operating temperature: ν < 60 mm2/s
Sizes see Selection Chart, column 6 (other port threads on request) • as starting viscosity: νmax = 1200 mm2/s
• at first operation: The recommended starting viscosity can be
Filter fineness read from the Diagram D (pressure drop as
5 µm(c) ... 30 µm(c) a function of the kinematic viscosity) as
β-values according to ISO 16889 follows: Find the 70% ∆p of the cracking
(see Selection Chart, column 4 and Diagram Dx) pressure of the by-pass valve on the vertical
axis. Draw a horizontal line so that it inter-
Dirt-holding capacity sects the ∆p curve at a point. Read this point
Values in g test dust ISO MTD according to ISO 16889 on the horizontal axis for the viscosity.
(see Selection Chart, column 5)
Operating pressure
Max. 10 bar

Mounting position
Preferably vertical, outlet downwards
 Diagrams

∆p-curves for complete filters in Selection Chart, column 3

D1 Pressure drop as a function of the flow volume Pressure drop as a function of the kinematic viscosity
at ν = 35 mm2/s (0 = casing empty) at nominal flow
∆p [bar]

∆p [bar]
Q [l/min] ν [mm2/s]

D2 Pressure drop as a function of the flow volume Pressure drop as a function of the kinematic viscosity
at ν = 35 mm2/s (0 = casing empty) at nominal flow
∆p [bar]

∆p [bar]

Q [l/min] ν [mm2/s]

D3 Pressure drop as a function of the flow volume Pressure drop as a function of the kinematic viscosity
at ν = 35 mm2/s (0 = casing empty) at nominal flow
∆p [bar]

∆p [bar]

Q [l/min] ν [mm2/s]

Filter fineness curves in Selection Chart, column 4

Dx Filtration ratio β as a function of particle size x obtained by the The abbreviations represent the following β-values resp.
Multi-Pass Test according to ISO 16889 finenesses:
For EXAPOR®MAX- and Paper elements:
5 E-X = β5 (c) = 200 EXAPOR®MAX
8 E-X = β8 (c) = 200 EXAPOR®MAX
12 E-X = β12 (c) = 200 EXAPOR®MAX
16 E-X = β16 (c) = 200 EXAPOR®MAX
30 P = β30 (c) = 200 Paper
Filtration ratio β for particles > x µm

Based on the structure of the filter media of the 30 P paper

Efficiency [%]

elements, deviations from the printed curves are quite probable.

For screen elements:

40 S = screen material with mesh size 40 µm
60 S = screen material with mesh size 60 µm
100 S = screen material with mesh size 100 µm
Tolerances for mesh size accordung to DIN 4189
For ventilating filter elements:
2 CL = 99,5 % efficiency for particles of size 2 µm

For special applications, finenesses differing from these curves

Particle size x [µm] (for particles larger are also available by using special composed filter material.
than the given particle size x)
 Selection Chart

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Par No Pre Dia Filt Dir Co Cra Sym Re We R e P F R e
l/min g bar kg
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
E 094-661 50 D1/1 30 P 11 G /4
3
1,5 2 P3.0613-51 0,8 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -
E 094-671 50 D1/1 30 P 11 G3/4 1,5 1 P3.0613-51 0,8 - -

E 103-657 35 D2/1 5 E-X 13 G1/2 2,5 2 V3.0620-53 1,0 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -

E 103-677 35 D2/1 5 E-X 13 G1/2 2,5 1 V3.0620-53 1,0 - -
E 103-676 75 D2/2 12 E-X 22 G3/4 2,5 2 V3.0620-56 1,0 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -
E 103-686 75 D2/2 12 E-X 22 G3/4 2,5 1 V3.0620-56 1,0 - -
E 103-898 95 D2/3 16 E-X 24 G1 2,5 2 V3.0620-58 1,0 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -
E 103-888 95 D2/3 16 E-X 24 G1 2,5 1 V3.0620-58 1,0 - -

E 103-871 70 D2/4 30 P 11 G3/4 1,5 2 P3.0620-51* 1,0 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -

E 103-861 70 D2/4 30 P 11 G3/4 1,5 1 P3.0620-51* 1,0 - -

E 143-657 55 D3/1 5 E-X 21 G3/4 2,5 2 V3.0730-53 1,2 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -

E 143-667 55 D3/1 5 E-X 21 G3/4 2,5 1 V3.0730-53 1,2 - -
E 143-676 115 D3/2 12 E-X 32 G1 2,5 2 V3.0730-56 1,2 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -
E 143-686 115 D3/2 12 E-X 32 G1 2,5 1 V3.0730-56 1,2 - -
E 143-888 135 D3/3 16 E-X 36 G1 2,5 2 V3.0730-58 1,2 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -
E 143-688 135 D3/3 16 E-X 36 G1 2,5 1 V3.0730-58 1,2 - -

E 143-851 120 D3/4 30 P 17 G1 1,5 2 P3.0730-51* 1,2 L1.0503-03 (2 CL) -

E 143-861 120 D3/4 30 P 17 G1 1,5 1 P3.0730-51* 1,2 - -

All filters are delivered with a plugged clogging indicator connection M 12 x 1,5. As clogging indicators either manometers or electrical pressure switches
can be used. Optional extension pipes adapt the filter length to various tank depths. For ordering of accessories please use the below mentioned codes.

Order example: The filter E 103-676 has to be supplied with an extension pipe for 300 mm length.

Order description: E 103-676 / EV 300

Part No. (basic unit)

Extension pipe (7 various lengths are available)

EV = K (Bowl length) + 19 / + 79 / + 123 / + 173 / + 223 / + 323 / + 423 mm (see dimensions and measurements)
For the suitable clogging indicators please see catalogue sheet 60.20.
Remarks:
• The switching pressure of the electrical pressure switch has always to be lower than the cracking pressure of the by-pass valve
(see Selection Chart, column 7).
• The clogging indicators are always delivered detached from the filter.
• The filters listed in this chart are standard filters. Other designs available on request.

* Paper media supported with metal gauze

 Dimensions

Ventilating filter
fineness 2 µm
(replaceable)

Max oil level

under stationary
conditions when using
Oil separator
an oil separator
optional
ARGO-HYTOS
Part No.: E 103.1702 Dia hole in
reservoir

Required mounting surface Design with ventilating filter Design without ventilating filter
Connection M12 x 1,5
for clogging indicator

Measurements

Type A B C D E F G H I1 I2 K L M N O P1 P2 Q R S SW U V
min./max.
E 094 G¾ 105 87 / 91 73,5 38 20,5 30 88,5 235 95 111 115 110 70 11 82 69 13,5 107,5 32 41 50 23
E 103 G½, G¾, G1 105 87 / 91 73,5 38 20,5 30 88,5 300 95 177 115 110 70 11 82 69 13,5 107,5 32 41 50 23
E 143 G¾, G1 105 87 / 91 73,5 38 20,5 30 88,5 400 95 278 115 110 70 11 82 69 13,5 107,5 32 41 50 23
For calculation of EV use data in Selection Chart

Symbols

1 2
 Spare Parts

Pos. Designation Part No.

1
1 Screw-on cap E 103.0201
2 2 Seal N 031.0841
3 Compression spring N015.3703
3 4 Filter element see Chart / col. 9
5 Filter bowl E094 * E 094.0903
5 Filter bowl E103 * E 103.0912
5 Filter bowl E143 * E 143.0903
4
6 O-ring 69,5 x 3,5 N 007.0703
7 Ventilating filter L1.0503-03K
8 Seal (for versions E 103.0147
without oil separator)
9 Oil separator with Pos. 10 E 103.1702
10 Seal (for versions E 103.0148
5 with oil separator)
* Specify mounting depth in mm

The functions of the complete filters as well as the outstanding features

of the filter elements assured by ARGO-HYTOS can only be guaranteed if
original ARGO-HYTOS spare parts are used.
9 6

10 7

Quality Assurance

Quality management according to DIN EN ISO 9001 ISO 2942 Verification of fabrication integrity (Bubble Point Test)
ISO 3968 Evaluation of pressure drop versus flow characteristics
To ensure constant quality in production and operation, ISO 16889 Multi-Pass-Test (evaluation of filter fineness and
ARGO-HYTOS filter elements undergo strict controls and tests dirt-holding capacity)
according to the following DIN and ISO standards:
Various quality controls during the production process guarantee the
DIN ISO 2941 Verification of collapse/burst resistance leakfree function and solidity of our filters.
DIN ISO 2943 Verification of material compatibility with fluids
DIN ISO 3724 Verification of flow fatigue characteristics

Our engineers will be glad to advice you in questions concerning filter application, selection as well as the cleanliness class of the filtered medium attainable
under practical operating conditions.

Illustrations may sometimes differ from the original. ARGO-HYTOS is not responsible for any unintentional mistake in this specification sheet.

We produce fluid power solutions

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