Air Filter Regulator 5 Models

Key Considerations for Selecting a Filter Regulator Unit

Selecting the right filter regulator unit depends on several critical factors. Understanding the specific needs of your application will ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety.

1. Required Flow Rate

The flow rate of your system or process determines the appropriate port size of the filter regulator. Undersized ports can restrict airflow, while oversized ports may lead to unnecessary cost or space usage.

2. Filtration Level and Air Dryness

Determine the level of filtration and dryness your system requires:

• Standard filtration is 40 microns, ideal for general applications.

• Fine filtration at 5 microns is available when cleaner air is necessary.

Best practice: Use a two-stage approach—filter to 40 microns first, followed by 5 microns.

• A 40-micron filter removes approximately 95% of water content.

• A second-stage 5-micron filter removes 95% of the remaining 5%, achieving water removal efficiency approaching 99%.

For critical applications, oil removal and vapor filters can be added downstream of particulate filtration.

3. Pressure Requirements

Understand both:

• The supply pressure, and

• The required operating pressure for downstream equipment.

The pressure regulator ensures proper delivery pressure. Note that a measurable pressure drop will occur across the filter regulator—this should be factored into your system design.

4. High-Pressure Applications

In standard environments, supply pressure typically does not exceed 10 bar. However, in specialized industrial or process systems, a high-pressure filter regulator (up to 30 bar) may be required.

5. Corrosive Environments

When operating in harsh or corrosive environments, use a stainless steel air filter regulator to ensure durability and corrosion resistance.