Brochure
Building an Efficient Air System
Compressed-air-powered equipment and machinery are critical elements in the productivity, efficiency and economy
of today’s industry. Quality air is the essential element for effective operation of this equipment. Water and dirt can
cause major problems in compressed air lines. The use of filters that remove moisture and impurities from the air
help high-speed pneumatic production lines operate more efficiently. Regulators and lubricators may also be added
to control and lubricate downstream equipment. A quality air system can save time, money and keep equipment
operating at maximum efficiency.
Air Compressor
Air Operated Tools
Paint Spraying
Hot air leaves compressor, water vapor
cools and liquefies as it goes downstream
AT-4011-M
3
⁄8-inch NPT
Filter/regulator with
polycarbonate bowl
and manual drain
combines filter and
regulator into one
compact unit
22-0231
Regulator reduces
pressure to safe
operating level
for air tools
AT-4010-M
3
⁄8-inch NPT
Lubricator with polycarbonate
bowl injects a fine stream of
oil to lubricate air tools
AT-4008-M
Air tool filter
removes dirt
and debris
AT-4006-M
3
⁄8-inch NPT
General
purpose
filter with
polycarbonate
bowl and
manual drain,
removes water
and debris
AT-4012-M
1
⁄4-inch NPT
Electric compressor
drain automatically
drains liquid from tank
AT-4007-M
In-line
desiccant,
disposable filter
and regulator
in one compact
unit
AT-4005-M
1
⁄2-inch NPT
Main line filter
with manual drain
and metal bowl
removes water
and debris
Important Steps for an Air System Set-up
1. Main-line filter and regulator should be installed at least 20-feet
from the compressor. The air will cool down, allowing much of
the water vapor to condense naturally for removal by filtration.
2. All line-drops (workstations) should be taken from the top of the
main line. This prevents water from flowing into branch lines.
3. Galvanized pipe is recommended when building an air system.
Follow illustration to the right when building a workstation drop.
Drop a 6-inch pipe to drip leg
Use galvanized pipe
Goose neck all
workstations
Air Compressor
Accessories
Air System Set-up
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