Wine Filtration Equipment

How to choose wine filtration equipment

Wine filtration uses filtering media to retain lees, suspended particles and other residues before subsequent cellar operations or bottling.

Before choosing a filter, consider the quantity of wine to be processed, the number of plates, pump type, flow rate, filter pad dimensions and the filtration grade required.

Plate wine filters with pump

A wine plate filter uses filter pads positioned between the plates. Depending on the model, the pump moves the wine through the filtering elements during the filtration process.

Models with different numbers of plates are available, including 3, 6, 10 and 20-plate configurations. The appropriate configuration depends on the quantity of wine to be processed, the filtering surface and the operating requirements.

Wine filter pads: coarse, fine and sterile

Wine filter pads, also known as filter sheets, determine the filtration grade used with compatible plate filters.

Coarse, fine and sterile grades are available depending on the required filtration stage. Always check the dimensions and compatibility of the filter pads with the selected machine before purchasing.

Bench-top and trolley-mounted wine filters

Depending on the model, wine filters may be available in bench-top or trolley-mounted configurations.

When comparing models, consider the number of plates, pump characteristics, overall dimensions, materials and compatibility with the filter pads and accessories you intend to use.

Wine filtration and racking

Filtration and racking perform different functions. Racking transfers wine from one container to another, while filtration passes the wine through filtering media to retain suspended particles and residues.

For pumps used primarily to transfer wine or must, browse the dedicated Wine Pumps section.

For an overview of the complete transfer and filtration area, return to Wine Transfer & Filtration.