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There is provided a filter element for filtering fluids. The element consists of a body member having at least two openings provided, respectively, access and egress for the fluid and a plurality of fibers of a substantially uniform orientation over at least a portion of their active lengths along w

There is provided a filter element for filtering fluids. The element consists of a body member having at least two openings provided, respectively, access and egress for the fluid and a plurality of fibers of a substantially uniform orientation over at least a portion of their active lengths along which portion at least each of the fibers is disposed in close proximity to its adjacent fibers. The invention also provides a flushable filter device incorporating the above described element.

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A filter element for filtering a fluid, comprising at least one body member having openings providing access and egress for said fluid, and a plurality of fibers associated with said body each having an active length, said fibers being oriented substantially and uniformly in a given direction over a

A filter element for filtering a fluid, comprising at least one body member having openings providing access and egress for said fluid, and a plurality of fibers associated with said body each having an active length, said fibers being oriented substantially and uniformly in a given direction over at least a portion of their active lengths, along which portion at least, each of said fibers is disposed in close proximity to its adjacent fibers, forming a layer, and means for directing at least one fluid jet onto the active lengths of said fibers in a direction intersecting the plane of said layer, wherein said layer constituted by said plurality of fibers is substantially flat, and said fibers are taut.