The gravity drum filter is generally used for tertiary treatments, for the primary and sewage water filtration for civil and industrial application. They are used in the event it is necessary to obtain an effluent to be reused, therefore particularly limpid and with a reduced presence of organic and suspended matters. This type of filter consists of a sturdy cylinder around which a special polyester felt sheet is wound, a gear motor, a complete system for the back washing comprising spray nozzles, back washing pump, piping and relevant valves, pneumatically controlled valves, compressor interlocked with the valves, electric control panel. The filtering drum is usually housed in a structural metal container, totally closed; on request, the type for installation in concrete tanks can be supplied.