Moisture Separators for Compressed Air Cooling

Moisture separators complement compressor aftercoolers by extracting condensed water and contaminants from cooled compressed air. Employing centrifugal or cyclonic mechanisms, they deliver high-purity air, safeguarding equipment and ensuring seamless performance in rigorous industrial settings.

S-50 & S-100
Separation up to 5-120 SCFM
  • Removes up to 99% of Liquid Water
  • Low Pressure Drop
  • Corrosion-Resistant Construction
Centrifugal Moisture Separator
S-200 & S-1700
Separation up to 11-750 SCFM
  • Removes up to 99% of Liquid Water
  • Low Pressure Drop
  • Corrosion-Resistant Construction
Centrifugal Moisture Separator
S-2600-M
Separation up to 1500-3500 SCFM
  • Handles High Flow Rates
  • Minimal Maintenance
  • Wide Range of Applications
Cyclonic Moisture Separator

Moisture Separators for Compressed Air Systems

Centrifugal Moisture Separators

Centrifugal moisture separators utilize rapid rotational motion to propel water droplets and impurities against the separator’s inner walls, where they are captured and drained. Achieving up to 99% water removal with minimal pressure loss, these units are built with corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel, ensuring durability in challenging industrial conditions.

Cyclonic Moisture Separators

Cyclonic moisture separators employ a vortex-generating mechanism to separate moisture and debris from compressed air. Optimized for high-capacity applications, they deliver reliable performance with low maintenance requirements. Their adaptable design suits industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, providing clean air and protecting equipment.

Common FAQs

Moisture separators extract water and contaminants from compressed air after it is cooled by an aftercooler. Through centrifugal or cyclonic motion, they force heavier water droplets and particles to collect on the separator walls, draining them away. This ensures dry, clean air with minimal pressure loss, safeguarding downstream equipment.

Moisture separators are crucial for removing condensed water and impurities that can corrode equipment, reduce system efficiency, or contaminate processes. By delivering clean, dry air, they prevent costly repairs and downtime, ensuring reliable performance in industries like manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

Centrifugal separators offer high water removal efficiency (up to 99%) with low pressure drop, ideal for smaller systems. Cyclonic separators are designed for high-flow applications, providing durability and low maintenance for heavy-duty uses. Both ensure clean air, with centrifugal models prioritizing efficiency and cyclonic models excelling in versatility.

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