Vacuum cleaner cyclone filter

A high-quality and powerful vacuum cleaner is an indispensable assistant in the fight against dust and debris, and is often used in other household matters. The first devices were arranged the same way, but today the lineup is huge and the design of the units is updated by manufacturers every day. The choice of equipment is extensive - these are vacuum cleaners with a water filter, washing and cyclone, not to mention traditional bagged. Today, the leading position is occupied by a new development of manufacturers of household appliances - a cyclone filter for a vacuum cleaner, which breaks all the usual stereotypes. In this article, we will introduce you to the design of a cyclone type vacuum cleaner, the pros and cons of which will help make the right choice of equipment.

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What is a cyclone filter in a vacuum cleaner?

Many owners of familiar vacuum cleaners with a garbage bag, removing and shaking out dust, have repeatedly wondered if this unpleasant and dirty procedure can be dispensed with. The same question worried and manufacturers of household appliances. Once they remembered the centrifugal force and laid it at the heart of the new design.

Important! Surely, you remember how, while riding in the rides, you caught yourself thinking that some kind of force is constantly trying to throw you out of the chair. This force is called centrifugal. Similarly, it acts on dust and debris.

Particles of dust and debris falling into a cyclone filter for a vacuum cleaner move in a spiral and form something similar to a tornado. Due to centrifugal force, dust and debris are held in a special container. Usually, in modern models of units, two filters are installed:

• one collects large garbage;
• the second one traps the dust.

Between the first and second stages of cleaning there is a special plate, which is also involved in the retention of dust.

Important! Quality vacuum cleaner cyclone filter able to retain about 97% of all dust. The remains of the smallest particles are detained by the additional filter.

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Market History

Cyclone-type vacuum cleaners in the arsenal of household appliances have appeared relatively recently. The technology was invented by the Englishman James Dyson. The inventor began producing innovative equipment under the brand of the same name, and the first developments went on sale in the early 90s.

Of course, the first devices had a lot of shortcomings, but every year the developer upgraded his “brainchild” until it acquired a modern look. Today, this type of vacuum cleaner is produced by almost all well-known manufacturers of household appliances. The internal structure of units of different manufacturers is different, but the principle of operation of all devices remains the same.

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Features of a vacuum cleaner with a cyclone filter

If we summarize the structure of this unit, then a household appliance can be imagined as two isolated working units enclosed in a plastic sealed enclosure.

Features of the technique:

• In the first working area, the engine is rigidly fixed. The motor is protected by a special casing. The engine runs on a standard 220 V network. It is the engine that supplies the air inside the vacuum cleaner, and with it the dust that enters the air.
• The second working area is completely reserved for a multi-level filtration system. Most of this system is the cyclone filter of a vacuum cleaner. Structurally, the filter is a container through which a contaminated air stream passes.
• Due to the special geometry of the filter unit, a double cyclone is created, distributing particles according to their mass:
  1. External cyclone - carries out preliminary air purification. Heavy components, through a special system of holes, enter the garbage tank and settle there.
  2. Internal cyclone - holds smaller impurities and, under the action of centrifugal force, presses small particles to the walls of the filter chamber.

Important! The whole multi-stage air filtration system in this type of vacuum cleaner is not able to retain the smallest contaminants, the diameter of which does not exceed 5 microns. This category includes: pathogens, plant pollen, dust mites and various allergens. For better cleaning, developers equip the unit with additional filters. In particular, a special filter sponge is placed at the outlet of the container, and, before returning to the room, air passes the HEPA filter.

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Vacuum cleaner cyclone filter - pros and cons

A new technological solution - a cyclone filter, did not have time to pass the test of time. However, today it is possible to note the advantages of this type of design and disadvantages in order to understand whether or not to choose such a vacuum cleaner.

Advantages of the cyclone filter:

1. High suction power does not fall throughout the cleaning process and does not depend on the filling of the container. The filter is practically not clogged with garbage.
2. Silent work. Thanks to the fact that the dust collector does not clog, the vacuum cleaner works silently. For the same reason, the engine runs in a gentle mode, which means that its service life will be much longer.
3. Easy to operate and maintain. Vacuum cleaner cyclone filter is very easy to wash and clean. In addition, there is no need to buy replaceable blocks (bags) for dust collection.
4. Ease of finding valuable items. If an earring or a ring fell into the flask during harvesting, it is easy to detect and remove the product after disconnecting the unit.
5. High trash holding capacity. A cyclone filter for a vacuum cleaner provides 97% cleanliness, in addition, vacuum cleaners of this type are equipped with additional cleaning filters such as HEPA.
6. Low cost. It was this plus that became the key to the world popularity of this type of unit. Add to this the fact that it serves for a long time, because the plastic container does not tear like a bag, does not require special care like an aquafilter, and the obvious advantages of the cyclone filter of a vacuum cleaner become clear.

During the operation of the cyclone type technology, users began to note some disadvantages.

Cons of cyclone type devices:

1. Low functionality. This type of equipment can only be used for dry cleaning. The cyclone type vacuum cleaner is not suitable for mopping and cleaning plumbing.
2. The plastic parts of the unit accumulate static charge. This is not dangerous, but the shock of static electricity can be quite sensitive.
3. Poor cleaning of threads, wool, fluff and hair. Small particles of dust, hair and pile quickly clog the additional filters of the unit. A vacuum cleaner of this type will be ineffective if the bulk of the pollution is fluff, animal hair, hair and thread.
4. Lack of capacity control. In most models it is impossible to regulate the suction power - it is a static parameter.
5. Unhygienic cleaning of the dust bag.Of course, it’s very easy to handle the device’s container: the garbage is simply shaken out into a bag. But after this, the consumer needs to not only rinse the plastic container, but also rinse all the recesses of a difficult design, clean the foam liner from the garbage and wait for it to dry. And only after that the vacuum cleaner can be folded.
6. The quality of the device as a whole depends on the power and suction speed. For example, if a brush sticks to a carpet or curtain, the inner vortex will collapse and debris will contaminate other filters. In addition, after a restart, the unit will need some time to gain speed for suction. Therefore, powerful aggregates are more effective in everyday life.
7. Defective filter. The whole cleaning process is designed for the presence of minor impurities in the vortex, but if the hair, fluff or animal hair gets inside the filter, then they move along their unpredictable trajectories and very often can be wound around the conical part of the tank. As a result of such an accident, the suction power drops sharply, and the vacuum cleaner begins to buzz abruptly. The user has to stop cleaning and manually eliminate the blockage in the cyclone filter of the vacuum cleaner.
8. Additional noise when solid particles enter the container. Debris when struck against the walls of a plastic container produces a characteristic noise. And from such a mechanical impact, scratches remain on the case. And over time, the cyclone filter of the vacuum cleaner becomes cloudy, which makes it difficult to control the degree of pollution.
9. The HEPA filter installed in the unit must be replaced regularly.
10. When overheated, the vacuum cleaner automatically turns off. For further work, it is necessary to wait a while until the unit cools down and is ready for further operation.

Important! We suggest that you also consider all the pros and cons of no less popular and well-known vacuum cleaners with aquafilter. 

All the pros and cons of the cyclone filters for the vacuum cleaner described above do not apply to all models of this type. On sale there is a huge number of devices that meet certain needs.

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Vacuum cleaners with a cyclone filter - which one to choose?

All consumers have their own requests. And if you decide to choose a vacuum cleaner with a cyclone filter, then pay attention to the following parameters:

• Power consumption. The higher the value, the better the dust will be absorbed. For this type of device, the power indicator should be at least 1800 watts.
• Suction power. The manufacturer does not always indicate this indicator, and when choosing a device you have to focus on the rated power. If the indicator of suction power is indicated in the characteristics of the device, then pay attention to the fact that for cleaning in urban apartments and houses a device with parameters of 250-300 watts is enough.
• The volume of the dust bag. In this matter, it is very important to find a middle ground: a container that is too small will fill up quickly and cleaning will have to be interrupted, and a container that is too large will make the vacuum cleaner heavier.
• Additional filters. The cleaning quality will depend on this characteristic, that is, how much dust will be returned back to the air. We recommend paying attention to carbon HEPA filters - they have proven themselves from the best side.
• Equipment. The manufacturer equips the device with a different number of nozzles, for example, furniture cleaning brushes, carpets, turbo brushes. Standard models are equipped with 3-6 nozzles. A sufficient number of functional brushes will ensure high-quality cleaning of any type of coating.
• Additional characteristics. When choosing a device, pay attention to the length of the cord and the function of automatically winding the cord when approaching the outlet (reverse). In addition, you should pay attention to the material of the wheels - they must be rubber, so as not to scratch the floor and furniture.
• Product design.Manufacturers offer a wide selection of colors, as well as the design of the body of the unit, so choosing the model that suits you is not difficult.
• Device weight and dimensions. To vacuum in a large room, it is necessary to constantly move the unit, therefore, the convenience and comfort during the cleaning process directly depends on the weight of the device.

Important! Before you go to the store for a vacuum cleaner, decide what tasks it will perform, since the model of the device and its optimal characteristics depend on it. For example, if you have a small apartment, then finding a place for a huge device will not be easy, but if you are the owner of pets, the most important characteristic of the device will be the suction power.

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Overview of cyclone units

Now you know what to expect from a vacuum cleaner with a cyclone filter. Let us dwell on several of the most popular manufacturers.

• Cheap vacuum cleaners with pretty good features are offered by Philips. For example, the Philips FC series is equipped with a two-liter dust bag. Dry cleaning devices are designed and have sufficient power to tidy the house.
• Daewoo manufactures lightweight and comfortable models with very economical power consumption. Dust collectors of devices of this company are equipped with an antibacterial coating.
• Panasonic vacuum cleaners are equipped to the maximum. The turbo brush has an ionization function. The units of this company work very quietly. However, the company's models are more expensive.
• Vacuum cleaners samsung presented in all options: from budget - to premium models. All vacuum cleaners of this company have a plastic dust container, and the number of stages of filtration and the volume of the dust bag may vary depending on the model. The suction power of vacuum cleaners ranges from 250 to 480 watts. This power is enough for cleaning hard surfaces. To care for carpet surfaces, there are vacuum cleaners with a capacity of 1800 watts.
• LG devices feature noiseless mobile cyclone-type vacuum cleaners with energy-efficient power consumption. Consumers can choose any of the 17 models on the market, depending on financial capabilities and needs.

Important! The principle of operation of all cyclone-type devices is absolutely similar. Vacuum cleaners are distinguished by the presence of additional functions, power and design features.

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Consumers are people with different needs and habits. Not to please everyone at once. Among the consumers of cyclone-type vacuum cleaners, there are supporters who point out the high quality of cleaning, ease of use, and critics who point out the cumbersome design of the device, the problems of cleaning the tank, as well as the high price of the device and accessories. In any case, there is only one advice - choose household appliances according to your needs, especially since the choice is huge.