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4.6.3 - Penetration Coefficient

Penetration coefficient pF indicates the concentration relationship of aerosol particles before and after the filter. It is related to separation efficiency E according to


Formula 4.6.3.1

and can be determined experimentally. It depends on numerous parameters such as fibre diameter Df, particle diameter Dt, velocity of flow wo, concentration and filter thickness.