These type separators, as shown in Figure, are so designed that they fit the smaller separator housings without reducing the capacity or operating performance of the compressor. When compared to a conventional separator of the same dimensions, these separators have double or even triple capacity. The mentioned increase in capacity is simply achieved by using higher number of wraps in the separators.
* Specially designed and higher capacity separators are available.
Maintenance advice and Service life
•Pressure Drop at Load: 2-3 psi (150-200mbars)/100psi (7 bar)
•Collapse Strength: 50 psi (3.5 bars) minimum
•Oil Carry Over Rate: 1-3 ppm / 1-3 mg/m³
•Operating Temperature: 180°-250° F / 82°-121° C
•Materials: Urethane (or epoxy), galvanized steel and various high- performance Microglass fiber media configurations.
If Filsan’s Separators are Installed correctly and maintained properly, expected life is several thousand (up to 4000 ) hours. Air Oil Separators must be replaced if the flow resistane reaches 1 bar (0,1 MPa). This will vary considerably depending on maintenance, application, installation, usage and environmental conditions. (i.e. dust, humidity, smoke, pollution, etc.) Air intake filter, oil filter and coolant quality can have an impact on the separator service life. Filsan offers unique high efficiency air intake filters made of nano glass fibers to stop short service life problems on separators. Filsan separator construction and high-performance Microglass fiber media provides additional protection and maximum separator life.
•Quality Control: Filsan separators are 100% inspected for structural
integrity and conductivity.