What is the compressor filter?
Compressor filters are devices used on air compressors to filter dirt particles from the intake air supply, to remove contaminants from the lubricant oil of the compressor and to capture moisture in the compressed outlet air. The top and oil filters generally have cartridges type inserts made of cellulose, felt material or woven fabrics. Water filters generally consist of a glass bowl and a filter element that separates the condensate from the compressed air. The bowls have a drain tap at the bottom to regularly remove all the water. Compressors of all types benefit significantly from the inclusion of all types of compressor filters and therefore regular control of these elements ensure the longevity of the compressor and the integrity of the compressed air supply. The common use of compressed air is driving pneumatic tools, spraying paintings or sanding of sand. Unfortunately, compressors draw all contaminants present in the air into the system. Accumulation of condensation is also inevitable inAn edible product of the air compression cycle. The lubricating oil from the compressor head also finds the way to the stored air and, along with dust and moisture, can play confusion with sensitive tools, hoses or sprayed paints.
The most effective way of removing a significant volume of these contaminants is the use of a compressor filter. These devices fall into three basic categories that deal with all common contaminants problems that occur with compressed air systems. The first of these categories is the family of air intake filters. It usually consists of a cartridge type insert into a closed cylinder, these devices are placed in the suction air line of the compressor, where they remove most of the air part of the dust. These filter elements are generally made of woven fabrics, cellulose fibers or felt materials.
The second type of compressor filter is a filter or moisture trap. These filTry consists of a filter element in a glass bowl. The filter structure is caused by the formula of the cyclonic inner flow, which separates most of the condensate from the compressor outlet air. The water is collected in a bowl where it is later exhausted using a small valve at the bottom. Combined compressor filter models are also available to remove leaching oil and water.
The last type of compressor filter is a standard oil filter that ensures that the compressor lubrication oil is maintained without contaminants. These are filters type cartridges that have specialized basic elements similar to automotive oil filter. The longevity of the compressor mechanism, hoses and all equipment that driven air can be significantly increased by the fact that these filters have in place. For this reason, these filters should be regularly checked and replaced immediately if they are worn or defective.