Air/Oil Separators for rotary screw and vane type air compressors provide the ultimate filtration with a micron rating of 0.3. All particles larger than 0.3 microns which pass through the air and lube oil filters will be trapped by the separator. Separators are constructed of a depth-loading media, and have good dirt-holding capabilities.

The basic purpose of this product is to separate the oil from the air through coalescing action. The oil is physically trapped by the separator while allowing air to pass through. The oil is then drained down to the sump, removed by the pickup tube and return lines, and returned to the sump to be recompressed in a continuous cycle.

A separator's life will vary considerably from thousands of hours down to very short cycles depending on usage and environmental conditions. (i.e. dust, humidity, smoke, pollution)

Separators are constructed to handle the specific CFM of the compressor and are rated thus. In many cases, the unit is designed to handle at least 10% over the normal CFM capacity of the compressor, while some are at marginal or below CFM capacity. It is best to check with your supplier if you are having to change the separator prematurely.

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