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Compressed air often contains oil vapors and aerosols from compressors, which can contaminate products, damage pneumatic equipment, and compromise air quality. Oil vapor filtration systems use advanced coalescing filters, activated carbon, or adsorption technologies to remove these contaminants, delivering clean, dry air. This enhances equipment longevity, reduces maintenance costs, and ensures compliance with industry standards like ISO 8573-1 for air purity.
Applications
- Food & Beverage: Ensures oil-free air for packaging, bottling, and processing to meet hygiene and safety standards.
- Pharmaceuticals: Provides ultra-clean air for manufacturing and packaging to prevent contamination of sensitive products.
- Automotive: Removes oil vapors from compressed air used in painting and assembly for high-quality finishes.
NVR-0040
High-Efficiency Filtration
- Removes Oil Aerosols and Particulates
- High Flow Rates
- Low Pressure Drop Designs
NVR-1500
Oil Vapor Removal
- Eliminates Oil Vapors and Odors
- Long Service Life
- Meets ISO 8573-1 Class 1 Standards
The Process of Oil Vapor Filtration
The oil vapor filtration process typically involves:
- Coalescing Stage: Captures oil aerosols and fine particulates, merging them into larger droplets that are drained away.
- Adsorption Stage: Uses activated carbon or other media to adsorb oil vapors and odors, ensuring ultra-clean air output.
- Filtration Equipment: Includes filter housings, replaceable filter elements, and drainage systems to maintain continuous operation.
Types of Oil Vapor Filtration
Coalescing Filtration
- High-Efficiency Coalescing Filters: Designed to remove oil aerosols down to 0.01 microns with minimal pressure loss.
- Multi-Stage Coalescing: Combines coarse and fine filtration for maximum contaminant removal in demanding applications.
Adsorption Filtration
- Activated Carbon Filters: Adsorb oil vapors and odors, ideal for achieving Class 1 air purity as per ISO 8573-1.
- Molecular Sieve Filters: Used for ultra-low oil vapor levels in critical applications like pharmaceuticals.
The Role of Oil Vapor Filtration in Industry
Oil vapors in compressed air systems can lead to product contamination, equipment wear, and non-compliance with industry standards. Oil vapor filtration systems address these issues by:
- Function: Removing oil aerosols, vapors, and particulates from compressed air to deliver clean, high-quality air.
- Benefits in Industry:
- Product Quality: Prevents oil contamination in sensitive processes like food production or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Equipment Protection: Reduces wear on pneumatic tools and machinery, extending service life.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to air purity standards like ISO 8573-1, avoiding costly penalties.
Oil vapor filtration systems are available in various configurations, from compact units for small operations to large-scale systems for industrial plants, tailored to air volume, contamination levels, and application requirements.
