Abstract: A filter cartridge comprises a pleat pack including filtration media for removing particulates from a particulate laden fluid stream moving in a first direction through the filtration media. The pleat pack is formed into a tubular configuration with a plurality of circumferentially spaced pleats. The filtration media is periodically subject to a cleaning fluid stream moving in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Potting material is at axially opposite end portions of the pleat pack to maintain the filtration media in the tubular configuration. A support tube is located on a first side of the pleat pack downstream of the filtration media in the first direction of fluid flow. A retention device limits movement of a portion of the filtration media when subjected to the periodic cleaning fluid stream. The retention device comprises a metal band and located on a second side of the filtration media opposite the first side.