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Benefits of Tube Segment Filter

The Filtrona Tube Segment filter is a multiple segment filter constructed with a tube running through the mouth end segment. This novel end appearance can be further enhanced by the use of colour and shaping the tube into various styles.

The distinct benefit of the Tube Segment filter:

• Novel end appearance, with precise shape deliver, for product differentiation and target market appeal

The Tube Segment filter also offers a number of other key benefits:

• Wide variety of shape options, providing opportunities for product and market differentiation
• Brand identity through the use of a dual filter
• Reduction in the appearance of stains on the filter during use
• Design flexibility possible with the dual filter configuration

The Filtrona Tube Segment Filter is part of the Icon Range

Construction of Tube Segment Filter

The Tube Segment filter consists of a tobacco and mouth segment of high-quality crimped cellulose acetate fibres which can be coloured to increase product differentiation. Alternatively, the tobacco segment can be constructed from paper for a high level of tar and nicotine retention. Additional plasticiser and cellulose acetate in the mouth segment means that the structure of the Tube Segment filter is firmer than the standard Mono-Acetate filter to ensure a quality end appearance.

The cellulose acetate in the mouth segment is formed around a mandrel to create a void in the material. The mandrel can be altered to leave a choice of shapes at the mouth end of the filter.

The filter is enclosed in an outer plugwrap which can be either standard or porous depending on ventilation requirements.

The filter tip configuration, length, circumference, pressure drop, shape of the tube, and colours of the segments can be varied to suit the taste and filtration requirements of the customer and enhance a particular brand.