A filter includes a filter element formed of filter media, and a plastic
framework molded and bonded to and structurally supporting the filter
media. One embodiment desirably provides a two-component assembly
consisting solely of two components, namely the filter media and the
plastic framework molded thereon. In a further embodiment, the plastic
framework includes a resilient seal integrally molded therewith and of
the same plastic material thereof, eliminating a separate component for
the seal. In a further embodiment, a filter combination includes a
primary filter element and a secondary filter element. In a further
embodiment, a resilient integrally. molded seal is provided.