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    Compressed Air Separators for Oil Removal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Separators. Compressed Air Separators for Oil Removal, Clear Bowl.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Separators. Compressed Air Separators for Oil Removal, Opaque Bowl.

    Clear

    Bowl

    Opaque Bowl

    In addition to removing large amounts of water, these separators also remove particles and oil droplets. Place them after your compressor and aftercooler, or at the point of use in applications that don't require an aftercooler. They have an automatic drain to discharge the moisture.
    Polycarbonate Bowl—Separators with a polycarbonate bowl are clear, so you can see inside to monitor contents.
    Aluminum Bowl—Separators with an aluminum bowl are stronger than those with a polycarbonate bowl—they won’t crack or shatter if dropped.
    Compressed Air Separators
    Replacement
    Filter Elements
    Replacement
    Pressure Gauges
    Replacement Compressed
    Air Filter Drains
    Overall
    Inlet Pipe
    Size
    Outlet
    Pipe Size
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ Pressure
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Removes Particle
    Size Down To, μm
    Removes Oil Content
    Down To, ppm
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Features
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    NPT Female Inlet and Outlet
     
    Polycarbonate Bowl—Clear
    1/8
    1/8
    11 scfm @ 100 psi145140157"1 5/8"1 5/8"8328N110000008328N13000000———0———0
    1/4
    1/4
    26 scfm @ 100 psi145140159 1/2"2 1/8"2 1/8"8328N120000008328N1400000———0———0
     
    Aluminum Bowl—Opaque
    3/8
    3/8
    20 scfm @ 100 psi250140359 1/8"4 1/8"4 1/8"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K310000007341K10000007341K490000007341K480000000
    3/8
    3/8
    35 scfm @ 100 psi2501403511 1/8"4 1/8"4 1/8"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K330000007341K20000007341K49000007341K48000000
    1/2
    1/2
    20 scfm @ 100 psi250140359 1/8"4 1/8"4 1/8"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K320000007341K10000007341K49000007341K48000000
    1/2
    1/2
    35 scfm @ 100 psi2501403511 1/8"4 1/8"4 1/8"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K340000007341K20000007341K49000007341K48000000
    1/2
    1/2
    60 scfm @ 100 psi2501403513 3/8"4 1/8"4 1/8"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K360000007341K30000007341K49000007341K48000000
    3/4
    3/4
    100 scfm @ 100 psi2501403515 5/8"5 1/4"5 1/4"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K370000007341K40000007341K50000007341K48000000
    1
    1
    100 scfm @ 100 psi2501403515 5/8"5 1/4"5 1/4"Liquid-Level Indicator7341K380000007341K40000007341K50000007341K48000000
     
    Brackets

    Compressed Air Condensate Separators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Condensate Separators. Compressed Air Condensate Separators.
    Let these separators handle the dirty work of condensate disposal. When water condenses in a compressed air system, it picks up oil from the compressor, making disposal a challenge. These separators use two-stage filtration to cut oil content to under five parts per million. The primary filter clears out dirt, sludge, and most of the oil. The secondary filter handles the rest—including synthetic lubricants that other systems struggle with. A service sticker shows when it’s time to replace the filters. Check local codes for disposal requirements.
    A sampling port lets you test water without disconnecting outlet piping. Connect up to four compressed air components—such as aftercoolers, separators, or drain valves—to the four inlets.
    Replacement Kits—Replacement kits include both filter bags and a fresh service sticker.
    Condensate Separators
    Replacement Kits
    Inlet
    Outlet
    Overall
    Pipe
    Size
    Connection
    For Hose
    ID
    Connection
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ Pressure
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Removes Oil Content
    Down To, ppm
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Each
    Each
    1/2
    NPT Threaded Female1/2"Barbed Male120 scfm @ 100 psi232110519 5/8"8 1/2"10 1/8"2479K4100000002479K440000000
    1/2
    NPT Threaded Female3/4"Barbed Male360 scfm @ 100 psi232110525 3/4"13 3/4"11 1/8"2479K420000002479K45000000
    1/2
    NPT Threaded Female3/4"Barbed Male900 scfm @ 100 psi232110540"16"16"2479K121000000002479K122000000

    Disposable Compressed Air Condensate Separators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Condensate Separators. Disposable Compressed Air Condensate Separators.
    Remove oil from condensate without needing to service these separators when they’re full. They’re ideal for small operations with limited maintenance resources and infrequently used air lines. With push-to-connect fittings, it’s fast and simple to swap in a new unit—no messy filters to handle. They remove synthetic lubricants just as well as our reusable separators, so your condensate will be safe for disposal. Be sure to check local codes for disposal requirements. They include brackets for mounting.
    Inlet
    Outlet
    Overall
    Connection
    For Tube
    OD
    Connection
    For Tube
    OD
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ Pressure
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Removes Oil Content
    Down To, ppm
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Each
    Push to Connect1/4"Push to Connect3/8"60 scfm @ 100 psi23211059 3/8"5 1/2"5 1/2"2479K430000000

    Oil Skimmers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil Skimmers. Oil Skimmers, Nylon Housing with Elastomer Plastic Belt.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil Skimmers. Oil Skimmers, PVC Housing with Polyurethane Rubber Belt.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil Skimmers. Oil Skimmers, PVC Housing with 304 Stainless Steel Belt.

    Nylon Housing

    with Elastomer

    Plastic Belt

    PVC Housing

    with

    Polyurethane

    Rubber Belt

    PVC Housing

    with 304

    Stainless

    Steel Belt

    Extract oil from the surface of liquid in tanks, sumps, and parts washers.
    Time-Activated On/Off Switch—Skimmers with time-activated on/off switch allow you to set the skimmer to operate at specific times.
    Skimmers
    Replacement
    Skimmer Belts
    Replacement
    Skimmer Scrapers
    Belt
    For Min.
    Opening
    Electrical
    Reach
    Circumference
    Wd.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Duty
    Cycle
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    Type
    No. of
    Blades
    Features
    Each
    Each
    Pair
    1/4 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    PVC Housing with Polyurethane Rubber Belt
    8"27"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K41000000044065K6110000000———0
    12"36"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K4200000044065K612000000———0
    18"48"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K4300000044065K613000000———0
    24"60"1"1202"2"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44535K2500000044065K614000000———0
    24"60"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K4400000044065K614000000———0
     
    PVC Housing with 304 Stainless Steel Belt
    8"27"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K110000004436K71000000———0
    12"36"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K120000004436K72000000———0
    18"48"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K130000004436K73000000———0
    24"60"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K140000004436K74000000———0
     
    1 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    Nylon Housing with Elastomer Plastic Belt
    8"26"1"1402"2"Continuous120Plug In32165T110000002165T210000002165T3100000
    12"32"1"1402"2"Continuous120Plug In32165T120000002165T220000002165T310000
    18"44"1"1402"2"Continuous120Plug In32165T130000002165T230000002165T310000
    24"56"1"1402"2"Continuous120Plug In32165T140000002165T240000002165T310000
     
    PVC Housing with Polyurethane Rubber Belt
    8"27"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K5100000044065K611000000———0
    12"36"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K5200000044065K612000000———0
    18"48"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K5300000044065K613000000———0
    24"60"1"1202"2"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44535K3500000044065K614000000———0
    24"60"1"1202"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch44065K5400000044065K614000000———0
     
    PVC Housing with 304 Stainless Steel Belt
    8"27"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K210000004436K71000000———0
    12"36"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K220000004436K72000000———0
    18"48"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K230000004436K73000000———0
    24"60"1"2102"3"Continuous120Plug In3Time-Activated On/Off Switch4436K240000004436K74000000———0
     

    Oil-Absorbing Skimmers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil-Absorbing Skimmers. Oil-Absorbing Skimmers .
    Float these pillows on the surface of your liquid to soak up oil. Made of polypropylene, they repel water while selectively absorbing oil and other hydrocarbons, so they won't become saturated with the surrounding liquid. Their pillow shape conforms to tight spaces around machinery and inside sumps better than flat pads.
    Oil Removal
    Cap. (Wt.), lb.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Dia.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Polypropylene
    310"10"2"62544155K18000000
    818"8"2"62544155K2800000
    4018"8"62544155K3800000
     

    Grease Traps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Traps. Steel.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Traps. Plastic.

    Steel

    Plastic

    Remove and retain grease, fats, and oils from wastewater to prevent blockages in pipes. These traps are PDI-certified, tested under severe operating conditions. They can handle 40 to 50 lbs. of grease at a time and 20 to 25 gallons of wastewater per minute.
    Steel—Can suspend from the ceiling, which frees up floor space for extra room and equipment. Steel traps connect through a no-hub pipe coupling (not included).
    Plastic—Offers more corrosion resistance against wastewater, fatty acids, and cleaning supplies than steel traps. Plastic traps are also lighter and have a smoother surface, which makes them easier to move around and scrub. Plastic traps have threaded connections.
    Inlet Pipe
    Size
    Outlet
    Pipe Size
    Flow Rate,
    gpm
    Grease Wt.
    Cap., lb.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Includes
    Each
    Unthreaded Inlet and Outlet
     
    Steel
    3
    3
    204024 1/8"17 1/4"15"Lift Handle, Slip-Resistant Cover1236N220000000
    3
    3
    255026 1/8"19 7/8"17"Lift Handle, Slip-Resistant Cover1236N23000000
     
    Threaded NPT Female Inlet and Outlet
     
    Plastic
    2
    2
    204029"19 1/2"14"2121236N21000000
    3
    3
    255032 1/2"19 1/2"17"2121236N24000000
     

    High-Capacity Oil Skimmers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil Skimmers. High-Capacity Oil Skimmers.
    An extra-wide belt provides a large surface area so you can remove large quantities of oil from the surface of liquid in tanks, sumps, and parts washers.
    Skimmers
    Replacement
    Skimmer Belts
    Replacement
    Skimmer Scrapers
    Belt
    For Min.
    Opening
    Electrical
    Reach
    Circumference
    Wd.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Duty
    Cycle
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    Type
    No. of
    Blades
    Features
    Each
    Each
    Pair
    6 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    Steel Housing with Stainless Steel Belt
    12"48"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K4110000000004371K72100000004371K21000000
    18"60"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K412000000004371K7220000004371K2100000
    24"72"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K416000000004371K7140000004371K2100000
    30"84"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K413000000004371K7230000004371K2100000
    42"108"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K414000000004371K7240000004371K2100000
    48"120"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K418000000004371K7250000004371K2100000
    54"132"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K415000000004371K7260000004371K2100000
    66"156"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K421000000004371K7280000004371K2100000
    78"180"2"1804 1/2"5"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K423000000004371K7310000004371K2100000
     
    12 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    Steel Housing with Stainless Steel Belt
    12"48"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K621000000004371K8110000004371K22000000
    18"60"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K622000000004371K8120000004371K22000000
    24"72"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K624000000004371K8130000004371K22000000
    30"84"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K625000000004371K8160000004371K22000000
    42"108"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K623000000004371K8180000004371K22000000
    48"120"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K627000000004371K8190000004371K22000000
    54"132"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K628000000004371K820000004371K22000000
    66"156"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K631000000004371K8220000004371K22000000
    78"180"4"1805"7"Continuous120Plug In3On/Off Switch4371K633000000004371K8240000004371K22000000
     
    Replacement Skimmer Pulleys

    Compact Oil Skimmers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Oil Skimmers. Compact Oil Skimmers, Nylon Housing.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Oil Skimmers. Compact Oil Skimmers, Steel Housing.

    Nylon Housing

    Steel Housing

    These skimmers have a wheel, which requires less space than skimmers with a belt. Use them to remove oil and grease from the surface of liquid in machine coolant sumps, parts washers, and other tanks. Your tank opening must fit the wheel diameter and wheel reach.
    Skimmers
    Replacement
    Skimmer Wheels
    Replacement
    Skimmer Scrapers
    Wheel
    For Min.
    Opening
    Electrical
    Reach
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Duty
    Cycle
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    Type
    No. of
    Blades
    Each
    Each
    Pair
    1 1/2 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    Nylon Housing with Nylon Wheel
    4"12"1/2"1601"12"Continuous120Plug In32144T5100000002144T5200000002144T53000000
     
    Steel Housing with Acrylic Plastic Wheel
    2 1/4"8"3/16"1201"8"Continuous120Plug In34442K110000004442K59000004442K8800000
    4"12"3/16"1201"12"Continuous120Plug In34442K120000004442K61000004442K8900000
    7"18"3/16"1201"18"Continuous120Plug In34442K130000004442K62000004442K8900000
    10"24"3/16"1201"24"Continuous120Plug In34442K140000004442K63000004442K8900000
     
    Steel Housing with Aluminum Wheel
    4"12"1/16"2501"12"Continuous120Plug In34442K160000004442K71000004442K9100000
     

    Oil Skimmers for Hard-to-Reach Areas

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil Skimmers. Oil Skimmers for Hard-to-Reach Areas.
    Reach water and coolant located under conveyors and in enclosed sumps—these skimmers have a loop of flexible polyurethane belting that drifts into hard-to-access areas to remove grease and oil.
    Skimmers
    Replacement
    Skimmer Belts
    Belt
    For Min.
    Opening
    Electrical
    Reach
    Circumference
    Dia.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Duty
    Cycle
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    Type
    No. of
    Blades
    Each
    Each
    1/4 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    Steel Housing with Polyurethane Rubber Belt
    8"30"1/8"901/2"3"Continuous120Plug In351795K32000000051795K640000000
    14"42"1/8"901/2"3"Continuous120Plug In351795K3300000051795K65000000
    44"102"1/8"901/2"3"Continuous120Plug In351795K3800000051795K71000000
     

    Adjustable Oil Skimmers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Oil Skimmers. Adjustable Oil Skimmers.
    Accommodate shallow and oddly-shaped tanks—this skimmer has a belt that you can position at an angle. Use it to extract oil and grease from the surface of liquid in tanks, sumps, and parts washers. Skimmer comes with three mounting brackets to fit a barrel, a flanged tank wall, and a straight tank wall; install vertically.
    Skimmers
    Replacement
    Skimmer Belts
    Replacement
    Skimmer Scrapers
    Belt
    For Min.
    Opening
    Electrical
    Reach
    Circumference
    Wd.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Duty
    Cycle
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    Type
    No. of
    Blades
    Each
    Each
    Pair
    1 gph Oil Removal Capacity
     
    Polypropylene and Steel Housing with Polyurethane Rubber Belt
    16"53"1"1203"3"Continuous120Plug In343635K33000000043635K3700000043635K39000000
     

    Compressed Air Condensate Separator Service Kits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Condensate Separator Service Kits.
    Remove oil from the condensate in your air line, so you can properly dispose of it. These bags replace old ones in your compressed air condensate separators. They also include oil-absorbing prefilters. Check the manufacturer series on your separator to ensure compatibility.
    Mfr.
    For Mfr. Series
    Removes Oil Content
    Down To, ppm
    Component
    Each
    ParkerES2100, ES2150, ES2200, ES2300, ES24005Filter Bags2479K210000000
    ParkerES2500, ES26005Filter Bags8947N122000000

    Maintenance-Free Membrane Compressed Air Dryers with Filters for Oil and Particle Removal

    Dry air without hassle—there’s no desiccant to change out with these dryers. They remove vapor from compressed air lines by collecting it in a membrane. A small stream is diverted from the incoming compressed air to release the collected vapor from the membrane. Use them in applications where water vapor can damage tools, such as painting and welding. All come with a built-in oil and particle filter to catch contaminants for a compact design. Install these air dryers after aftercoolers and separators.
    Air Dryers/Filters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Dryers. Maintenance-Free Membrane Compressed Air Dryers with Filters for Oil and Particle Removal, Air Dryers/Filters.
    Dryers
    Replacement Oil
    Filter Elements
    Replacement Particle
    Filter Elements
    Inlet
    Outlet
    Overall
    Pipe
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Pipe
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ Pressure
    Dew Point,
    ° F
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Removes Particle
    Size Down To, μm
    Removes Oil Content
    Down To, ppm
    Housing Material
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Polycarbonate/Zinc Alloy Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass
    1/4
    NPT Female1/4
    NPT Female0.25 scfm @ 100 psi-401501200.010.008Aluminum, PVC, Vinyl Plastic, Zinc Alloy1"4 1/4"8885N110000000008885N240000008885N21000000
     
    Aluminum/Zinc Alloy Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass
    1/4
    NPT Female1/4
    NPT Female0.8 scfm @ 100 psi-401501200.010.008Aluminum, PVC, Vinyl Plastic, Zinc Alloy1 3/4"8 1/2"8885N12000000008885N25000008885N2200000
    1/4
    NPT Female1/4
    NPT Female2 scfm @ 100 psi-401501200.010.008Aluminum, PVC, Zinc Alloy2 1/8"8 1/2"8885N13000000008885N260000008885N2200000
    1/2
    NPT Female1/2
    NPT Female10 scfm @ 100 psi-401501200.010.008Aluminum, PVC, Zinc Alloy4 1/2"12 3/8"8885N14000000008885N260000008885N2300000
     
    Air Dryers/Filters/Separators
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Compressed Air Dryers. Maintenance-Free Membrane Compressed Air Dryers with Filters for Oil and Particle Removal, Air Dryers/Filters/Separators.
    Dryers with a separator remove excess water from compressed air before filtration and drying. They’re great for humid environments and applications with high levels of condensation.
    Dryers
    Replacement Oil and
    Particle Filter Elements
    Inlet
    Outlet
    Overall
    Pipe
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Pipe
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ Pressure
    Dew Point,
    ° F
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Removes Particle
    Size Down To, μm
    Removes Oil Content
    Down To, ppm
    Housing
    Material
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Each
    Each
    Aluminum Bowl—Opaque
    1/2
    NPT Female1/2
    NPT Female7.3 scfm @ 100 psi-401501750.010.01Aluminum
    2 3/8"13"8885N150000000008885N270000000
     
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