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Compressed Air Filters for Oil, Particle, and Bacteria Removal
Generate clean air for instrumentation and applications with critical air requirements. In addition to removing moisture and oil that are often found in compressed air, these three-stage filters remove particles down to 0.01 microns, such as bacteria. The first stage traps water droplets and large particles. The second stage traps oil and fine particles. Finally, the third stage blocks bacteria.
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Filters | ||||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Overall | Replacement First-Stage Filter Elements | Replacement Second-Stage Filter Elements | Replacement Third-Stage Filter Elements | ||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Wd. | Ht. | Each | Each | Each | Each | ||||
NPT Female Inlet and Outlet | ||||||||||||||
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Automatic Drain | ||||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | 25 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 0.01 | 10" | 8 1/2" | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/8 | 3/8 | 25 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 0.01 | 10" | 8 1/2" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | 63 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 0.01 | 10" | 8 1/2" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | 3/4 | 70 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 0.01 | 13 1/2" | 13" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 | 94 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 0.01 | 13 1/2" | 13" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Corrosion-Resistant Compressed Air Filters for Oil, Particle, and Bacteria Removal

Housing and bowl are 304 stainless steel for good corrosion resistance in damp environments. These filters generate clean air for instrumentation and applications with critical air requirements. In addition to removing moisture and oil that are often found in compressed air, they remove particles down to 0.01 microns, such as bacteria. The first stage traps water droplets and large particles. The second stage traps oil and fine particles. Finally, the third stage blocks bacteria.
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Pipe Size | Overall | Replacement First-Stage Filter Elements | Replacement Second-Stage Filter Elements | Replacement Third-Stage Filter Elements | ||||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Filter Service Indicator Included | Ht. | Wd. | Each | Each | Each | Each | ||||
NPT Female Inlet and Outlet | ||||||||||||||||
304 Stainless Steel Bowl—Opaque with Automatic Drain | ||||||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | 25 scfm @ 100 psi | 175 | 120° | 0.01 | No | 8" | 9" | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | 63 scfm @ 100 psi | 175 | 120° | 0.01 | No | 10" | 9" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | 3/4 | 70 scfm @ 100 psi | 175 | 120° | 0.01 | No | 11" | 13" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 | 77 scfm @ 100 psi | 175 | 120° | 0.01 | No | 12" | 13" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Sanitary Compressed Air Filters for Oil, Particle, and Bacteria Removal
Remove bacteria, viruses, moisture, and other particles from compressed air and gases used in food, pharmaceutical, biotech, and electronics applications. These air filters catch 99.99% of particles as small as 0.003 microns. That’s why they meet 3-A’s accepted practice for creating sterile air, which is used in applications such as tank ventilation, pharmaceutical packaging, and beer fermentation. They’re FDA compliant for direct contact with food, and also meet pharmaceutical equipment design standards.
Designed for sanitary areas, these air filters are 3-A certified 10-04 and meet ASME BPE. Their housing and filter element are stainless steel, so frequent washdowns with harsh cleaners and sanitizers won’t corrode them. They can also be sterilized in an autoclave or using steam in sterilize-in-place (SIP) procedures. To make sure water and cleaning liquids drain off, these air filters don’t have any horizontal ledges. The smooth, polished sides and rounded edges minimize spots where bacteria could grow.
These air filters have two quick-clamp fittings, which are easy to remove for cleaning and access to your line. Each fitting has an EPDM gasket for a tight seal and excellent resistance to steam.
To maintain high performance, replace the filter element every 150 cycles.


For Tube OD | Flange OD | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Filter Service Indicator Included | Overall Ht. | Port-to-Port Lg. | Gasket Material | Features | Specifications Met | Each | |
Quick Clamp Tube Vent and Drain | |||||||||||||
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316 Stainless Steel Housing—Opaque with Automatic Drain | |||||||||||||
1/2" | 0.984" | 36 scfm @ 100 psi | 230 | 390° | 0.003 | No | 9" | 4 23/32" | EPDM Rubber | Drain with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp Vent with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 000000000 |
3/4" | 0.984" | 108 scfm @ 100 psi | 230 | 390° | 0.003 | No | 11 1/8" | 4 23/32" | EPDM Rubber | Drain with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp Vent with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 00000000 |
1" | 1.984" | 216 scfm @ 100 psi | 230 | 390° | 0.003 | No | 14 1/2" | 6 3/8" | EPDM Rubber | Drain with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp Vent with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 00000000 |
2" | 2.516" | 432 scfm @ 100 psi | 230 | 390° | 0.003 | No | 19 3/4" | 6 3/8" | EPDM Rubber | Drain with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp Vent with Cap, Gasket, and Clamp | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 00000000 |

For Tube OD | Material | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | End Cap Material | O-Ring Material | Each | |
1/2" | 304 Stainless Steel | 390° | 0.003 | 304 Stainless Steel | Silicone Rubber | 0000000 | 0000000 |
3/4" | 304 Stainless Steel | 390° | 0.003 | 304 Stainless Steel | Silicone Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
1" | 304 Stainless Steel | 390° | 0.003 | 304 Stainless Steel | Silicone Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
2" | 304 Stainless Steel | 390° | 0.003 | 304 Stainless Steel | Silicone Rubber | 0000000 | 00000000 |
Sterilizable Compressed Air Filters for Bacteria Removal

Often used in medical device manufacturing and food-processing facilities, these filters have a stainless steel element that can be sterilized in an autoclave. Use them to generate clean air for instrumentation and applications with critical air requirements. They remove particles down to 0.01 microns, such as bacteria.
Filters | ||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Overall | Replacement Filter Elements | ||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Filter Service Indicator Included | Ht. | Wd. | Each | Each | ||
NPT Female Inlet and Outlet | ||||||||||||
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Manual Drain | ||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | 25 scfm @ 100 psi | 232 | 248° | 0.01 | Yes | 10 1/2" | 2 3/4" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
3/8 | 3/8 | 35 scfm @ 100 psi | 232 | 248° | 0.01 | Yes | 10 1/2" | 2 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | 50 scfm @ 100 psi | 232 | 248° | 0.01 | Yes | 12" | 2 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | 3/4 | 85 scfm @ 100 psi | 232 | 248° | 0.01 | Yes | 15" | 4" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Corrosion-Resistant Metal Filter Housings with
Cartridge for Food and Beverage Steam Lines



Remove contaminants from culinary steam—steam that sanitizes food and beverage processing equipment—with these corrosion-resistant filter housings. They’re often used as pre-filters to trap large particles, protecting filters that then capture smaller particles. Made of stainless steel, they won’t corrode from frequent washdowns with harsh cleaners. The cartridge can be cleaned for repeated use, but should be replaced after six uses. These housings comply with FDA design standards for pharmaceutical equipment and are FDA compliant for direct contact with food.
Filter Housings with Cartridge | ||||||||||||||
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Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Replacement Cartridges | |||||||||||||
Pipe Size | Thread Type | Steam Capacity | 98% Efficiency | 100% Efficiency | Maximum Pressure, psi | Maximum Temperature, °F | Cartridge Useful Life | Port-to-Port Length | Overall Height | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
304 Stainless Steel Housing | ||||||||||||||
1/4 | NPT | 100 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 4 1/8" | 8 1/8" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 000000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
3/8 | NPT | 150 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 4 1/8" | 9 1/4" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | NPT | 175 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 4 1/4" | 9 1/4" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | NPT | 225 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 4 15/16" | 10 1/4" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 | NPT | 300 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 4 15/16" | 11 1/4" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 1/4 | NPT | 430 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 5 1/2" | 13 5/16" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 | NPT | 800 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300° | Reusable up to 6 times | 6 11/16" | 18" | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 |
Sanitary Metal Filter Housings with Cartridge for Food and Beverage Steam Lines



Remove contaminants, moisture, and other particles from steam that will touch food and for final filtering in pharmaceutical, biotech, and electronics applications. The cartridge in these housings filters out 98% of particles as small as 1 micron and 100% of particles as small as 2 microns. That’s why they meet 3-A’s accepted practice for creating culinary-grade steam, which is often used in steam-in-place (SIP) cycles to sanitize equipment, and for applications such as blanching. They’re FDA compliant for direct contact with food, and also meet pharmaceutical equipment design standards.
All are made of 316 stainless steel, so frequent washdowns with harsh cleaners and sanitizers won’t corrode them, and they withstand steam. These housings are designed to sanitary standards; they’re 3-A certified 10-04 and meet ASME BPE. They have rounded edges and highly polished interior and exterior surfaces, minimizing the spots where bacteria could grow. For the same reason, they don’t have horizontal ledges—liquid completely drains off.
They connect to your line with two quick-clamp fittings that are easy to take apart for cleaning and line reconfiguration. Each fitting is tightly sealed with an EPDM gasket, which has excellent resistance to steam.
Cartridges can be cleaned and reused, but after six cleanings you should replace them to maintain high performance.
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Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Replacement Cartridges | |||||||||||||
For Tube OD | Flange OD | Steam Capacity | 98% Efficiency | 100% Efficiency | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Cartridge Useful Life | Port-to-Port Length | Overall Height | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
Quick Clamp Tube Vent and Drain | ||||||||||||||
316 Stainless Steel Housing and Cartridge | ||||||||||||||
1/2" | 0.984" | 100 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300 | Reusable up to 6 times | 4 23/32" | 9" | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
1" | 1.984" | 400 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300 | Reusable up to 6 times | 6 3/8" | 14 1/2" | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
2" | 1.984" | 800 lbs./hr. @ 100 psi | 1 | 2 | 230 | 300 | Reusable up to 6 times | 6 3/8" | 19 3/4" | 3-A Certified 10-04, ASME BPE, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 211.65 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 |
Air Curtains

Produce a stream of air down a doorway or other opening to keep out dust, dirt, insects, and fumes while allowing personnel to pass through. These air curtains have wire leads for hardwiring.
Air curtains with HEPA filters trap 99.9% of airborne contaminants as small as .3 microns, including bacteria. MERV-rated pre-filters capture particles as small as 3 microns, including mold spores, pet dander, and cement dust.
Optional door switches turn air curtains on when the door is opened and off when it is closed.
For Frame Opening | O'all | ||||||||||||||
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Wd. | Ht. | Wd. | Ht. | Dp. | Airflow, cfm | Volume | No. of Motors | Power per Motor, hp | Current, A | Specifications Met | For Use Outdoors | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
120V AC | |||||||||||||||
36" | 120" | 36" | 10 5/8" | 24 1/8" | 1,172 | 66 dBA @ 10 ft. | 1 | 1/2 | 5.1 | ETL Listed | No | 0° | 100° | 00000000 | 000000000 |
42" | 120" | 42" | 10 5/8" | 24 1/8" | 1,205 | 66 dBA @ 10 ft. | 1 | 1/2 | 5.1 | ETL Listed | No | 0° | 100° | 0000000 | 00000000 |
48" | 120" | 48" | 10 5/8" | 24 1/8" | 970 | 66 dBA @ 10 ft. | 1 | 1/2 | 5.1 | ETL Listed | No | 0° | 100° | 00000000 | 00000000 |
60" | 120" | 60" | 10 5/8" | 24 1/8" | 2,295 | 68 dBA @ 10 ft. | 2 | 1/2 | 10.2 | ETL Listed | No | 0° | 100° | 00000000 | 00000000 |
72" | 120" | 72" | 10 5/8" | 24 1/8" | 2,344 | 68 dBA @ 10 ft. | 2 | 1/2 | 10.2 | ETL Listed | No | 0° | 100° | 00000000 | 00000000 |
Optional Door Switch | 000000 | Each | 0000000 |