Point-of-use or point-of-dispense filter with multiple pleat packs

The invention relates to a point-of-use or point-of-dispense filter with multiple pleat packs. Embodiments provide a filter having a generally rectangular, non-cylindrical profile. The filter may have a plurality of pleat packs positioned between pleat covers that define a region and a flow channel in a cavity of a filter body. The pleat cover has an opening that allows fluid to flow through the plurality of pleat packs via a parallel flow or a series flow. An end cap joined to the body defines a flow passage for directing the fluid from an inlet to an outlet via the pleat pack for series or parallel filtration. The pleat packs may be made of the same or different materials and may be configured at the same or different heights based on flow requirements. A cage or separator may be positioned between the pleat packs. The pleat packs may be made from a continuous pleated film with bridges defining spaces between the pleat packs to receive the cage or separator. 本申请涉及一种具有多个褶包的使用点或分配点过滤器。实施例提供一种具有大体矩形、非圆柱形轮廓的过滤器