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Compressed Air
Compressed air filtration is a critical component of air compression systems, designed to remove impurities and contaminants from compressed air. These filtration systems consist of various elements, including coalescing filters and particulate filters, to ensure that the compressed air is clean, dry, and free from pollutants. They find application in industries like manufacturing, automotive, and pharmaceuticals, where the quality of compressed air plays a crucial role in equipment performance and product quality.
Gas Filtering
Gas filtration parts are crucial components in filtration systems designed to remove impurities and contaminants from gases. These parts encompass various elements, such as filters, cartridges, and coalescers, ensuring that gases are purified and free from pollutants. Gas filtration parts find applications in multiple industries where gas purity is essential for equipment and environmental protection.
Oil/Mist Coalescing
Oil/Mist Coalescing filters remove fine oil aerosols, water droplets, and sub-micron liquid contaminants from compressed air and process gas streams. Liquid droplets collide and merge within the filter media, then drain away rather than passing downstream, protecting pneumatic equipment, instruments, and processes from oil carryover and moisture damage.
Mufflers & Silencers
Mufflers & Silencers reduce the noise generated by compressed air and gas exhausting to atmosphere, typically from pneumatic valves, cylinders, and other exhaust ports. Many also incorporate a filtration element to capture particulates and oil mist from the exhaust stream, protecting nearby personnel and equipment while keeping the work area cleaner and quieter.
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The 1910000675 from Stauff is a Spin-on Filter Element. This product serves professionals across mobile machinery, construction equipment, and marine sectors. The 1910000675 reflects Stauff's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. It is designed to comply with applicable DIN and ISO requirements.
$174.28$189.43
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The Stauff 1910000836 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across construction equipment, mobile machinery, and hydraulics sectors. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. This product meets relevant DIN and ISO standards.
$223.16$242.56
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Engineered by Stauff, the 1910000854 is a Spin On Filter Element. This product serves professionals across wind energy, mobile machinery, and construction equipment sectors. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards. This product meets relevant DIN and ISO standards.
$92.40$100.43
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The Stauff 1910000906 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across industrial automation, wind energy, and construction equipment sectors. The 1910000906 reflects Stauff's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. It is designed to comply with applicable SAE and DIN requirements.
$127.53$138.61
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The Stauff 1910000912 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across hydraulics, construction equipment, and industrial automation sectors. The 1910000912 reflects Stauff's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation.
$147.61$160.44
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Engineered by Stauff, the 1910000991 is a Spin On Element. Typical applications span industrial automation, wind energy, and hydraulics environments. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards.
$110.55$120.16
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Engineered by Stauff, the 1910000993 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across marine, construction equipment, and wind energy sectors. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$174.28$189.43
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Engineered by Stauff, the 1910001426 is a Spin On Filter Element. This product serves professionals across industrial automation, hydraulics, and marine sectors. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable SAE and DIN requirements.
$250.07$271.81
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The 1910001654 from Stauff is a Spin On Element. Typical applications span industrial automation, construction equipment, and wind energy environments. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. It is designed to comply with applicable DIN and SAE requirements.
$312.69$339.87
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The Stauff 6100007032 is a Filter Element Usa. This product serves professionals across mobile machinery, marine, and hydraulics sectors. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. It is designed to comply with applicable SAE and ISO requirements.
$38.30$41.62
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The 6100011424 from Stauff is a Filter Element. It is commonly found in wind energy, marine, and construction equipment applications. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable ISO and SAE requirements.
$189.59$206.07
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Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$3,449.92
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Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime ** Online orders are limited to 150lbs. or less. For larger quantities please call us at 1-800-840-9906 or contact a local distributor. Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$65.00
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Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$80.00
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Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$110.00
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Also known as GasDry Peak SP is a leading deliquescent desiccant formulated primarily for the dehydration of natural gas for use in Van Air Systems Pipeline Dryers when the gas temperature is below 80°F. SP is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. Van Air Systems deliquescent desiccants, including SP, are non-toxic and fully water soluble. In a properly sized Pipeline Dryer, SP will establish a relative humidity of 33%, which equates to a dew point approximately 30°F lower than the temperature of the gas at the inlet of the dryer. Features and Benefits Requires no energy or fuel For operating temperatures 80°F and lower Prevents condensation Inhibits natural gas hydrate formation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe No BTEX emissions Available in 50lb bags and 400lb steel drums Applications Drying high pressure, low temperature sales gas Fuel gas dehydration Instrument gas dehydration Downloads Brochure
$140.00
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Also known as GasDry Max 10BF is the most effective deliquescent desiccant from Van Air Systems. Formulated primarily for the dehydration of natural gas and for use in Van Air Systems Pipeline Dryers, 10BF is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. Van Air Systems deliquescent desiccants, including 10BF, are non-toxic and fully water soluble. Features and Benefits Requires no energy or fuel For operating temperatures 100°F and lower Prevents condensation Inhibits natural gas hydrate formation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents air or gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Replace TEG dehydrators No BTEX emissions 1" diameter tablet Little or no maintenance required for drying equipment Available in 7lb pails and 25lb and 45lb pails Applications Meeting pipeline moisture specifications Fuel gas dehydration Instrument gas dehydration Lowering dew point of chilled biogas and landfill gas for siloxane mitigation Remote outdoor locations without electricity Environments with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure
$1,249.97
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Also known as GasDry Peak SP is a leading deliquescent desiccant formulated primarily for the dehydration of natural gas for use in Van Air Systems Pipeline Dryers when the gas temperature is below 80°F. SP is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. Van Air Systems deliquescent desiccants, including SP, are non-toxic and fully water soluble. In a properly sized Pipeline Dryer, SP will establish a relative humidity of 33%, which equates to a dew point approximately 30°F lower than the temperature of the gas at the inlet of the dryer. Features and Benefits Requires no energy or fuel For operating temperatures 80°F and lower Prevents condensation Inhibits natural gas hydrate formation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe No BTEX emissions Available in 50lb bags and 400lb steel drums Applications Drying high pressure, low temperature sales gas Fuel gas dehydration Instrument gas dehydration Downloads Brochure
$120.00
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The 1910000675 from Stauff is a Spin-on Filter Element. This product serves professionals across mobile machinery, construction equipment, and marine sectors. The 1910000675 reflects Stauff's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. It is designed to comply with applicable DIN and ISO requirements.
$174.28$189.43
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Stauff 1910000836 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across construction equipment, mobile machinery, and hydraulics sectors. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. This product meets relevant DIN and ISO standards.
$223.16$242.56
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Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Stauff, the 1910000854 is a Spin On Filter Element. This product serves professionals across wind energy, mobile machinery, and construction equipment sectors. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards. This product meets relevant DIN and ISO standards.
$92.40$100.43
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Stauff 1910000906 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across industrial automation, wind energy, and construction equipment sectors. The 1910000906 reflects Stauff's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. It is designed to comply with applicable SAE and DIN requirements.
$127.53$138.61
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Stauff 1910000912 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across hydraulics, construction equipment, and industrial automation sectors. The 1910000912 reflects Stauff's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation.
$147.61$160.44
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Stauff, the 1910000991 is a Spin On Element. Typical applications span industrial automation, wind energy, and hydraulics environments. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards.
$110.55$120.16
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Stauff, the 1910000993 is a Spin On Element. This product serves professionals across marine, construction equipment, and wind energy sectors. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$174.28$189.43
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Stauff, the 1910001426 is a Spin On Filter Element. This product serves professionals across industrial automation, hydraulics, and marine sectors. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable SAE and DIN requirements.
$250.07$271.81
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 1910001654 from Stauff is a Spin On Element. Typical applications span industrial automation, construction equipment, and wind energy environments. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. It is designed to comply with applicable DIN and SAE requirements.
$312.69$339.87
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Stauff 6100007032 is a Filter Element Usa. This product serves professionals across mobile machinery, marine, and hydraulics sectors. Stauff is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. It is designed to comply with applicable SAE and ISO requirements.
$38.30$41.62
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 6100011424 from Stauff is a Filter Element. It is commonly found in wind energy, marine, and construction equipment applications. As a leader in hydraulic components and fluid power accessories, Stauff manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable ISO and SAE requirements.
$189.59$206.07
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$3,449.92
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime ** Online orders are limited to 150lbs. or less. For larger quantities please call us at 1-800-840-9906 or contact a local distributor. Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$65.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$80.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Dry-O-Lite, the industry-leading deliquescent desiccant, is a chemical drying agent specifically formulated for Van Air Systems single tower compressed air dryers and natural gas pipeline dryers. Dry-O-Lite is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor from streams of compressed air or gas. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. In a properly sized D-series Compressed Air Dryer or Pipeline Dryer, Dry-O-Lite will establish a relative humidity of 55%, which equates to a dew point approximately 20°F lower than the temperature of the compressed air or gas at the inlet of the dryer. *Also known as GasDry Prime Features and Benefits No energy consumption Prevents condensation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents wintertime air and gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Low cost of operation relative to refrigerated dryers and regenerative desiccant dryers 3/4" tablet Little or no maintenance on drying equipment Available in 50lb bags, 50lb pails, 506lb steel drums and 2,000lb bulk bags Applications Abrasive blasting Portable air drying Low pressure gases, e.g. digester gas and landfill gas Remote outdoor locations without electricity Fuel gas dehydration for natural gas Ready-mix, asphalt, and concrete plants Pulp and paper Steel mills Dirty environments or areas with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
$110.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Also known as GasDry Peak SP is a leading deliquescent desiccant formulated primarily for the dehydration of natural gas for use in Van Air Systems Pipeline Dryers when the gas temperature is below 80°F. SP is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. Van Air Systems deliquescent desiccants, including SP, are non-toxic and fully water soluble. In a properly sized Pipeline Dryer, SP will establish a relative humidity of 33%, which equates to a dew point approximately 30°F lower than the temperature of the gas at the inlet of the dryer. Features and Benefits Requires no energy or fuel For operating temperatures 80°F and lower Prevents condensation Inhibits natural gas hydrate formation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe No BTEX emissions Available in 50lb bags and 400lb steel drums Applications Drying high pressure, low temperature sales gas Fuel gas dehydration Instrument gas dehydration Downloads Brochure
$140.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Also known as GasDry Max 10BF is the most effective deliquescent desiccant from Van Air Systems. Formulated primarily for the dehydration of natural gas and for use in Van Air Systems Pipeline Dryers, 10BF is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. Van Air Systems deliquescent desiccants, including 10BF, are non-toxic and fully water soluble. Features and Benefits Requires no energy or fuel For operating temperatures 100°F and lower Prevents condensation Inhibits natural gas hydrate formation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents air or gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe Replace TEG dehydrators No BTEX emissions 1" diameter tablet Little or no maintenance required for drying equipment Available in 7lb pails and 25lb and 45lb pails Applications Meeting pipeline moisture specifications Fuel gas dehydration Instrument gas dehydration Lowering dew point of chilled biogas and landfill gas for siloxane mitigation Remote outdoor locations without electricity Environments with electrical classification restrictions Downloads Brochure
$1,249.97
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Also known as GasDry Peak SP is a leading deliquescent desiccant formulated primarily for the dehydration of natural gas for use in Van Air Systems Pipeline Dryers when the gas temperature is below 80°F. SP is a dense hygroscopic tablet that absorbs water vapor. The surface of the desiccant tablet dissolves slowly, forming a brine solution which drops from the surface. The tablet continuously dissolves, or deliquesces, until the desiccant is fully consumed. Van Air Systems deliquescent desiccants, including SP, are non-toxic and fully water soluble. In a properly sized Pipeline Dryer, SP will establish a relative humidity of 33%, which equates to a dew point approximately 30°F lower than the temperature of the gas at the inlet of the dryer. Features and Benefits Requires no energy or fuel For operating temperatures 80°F and lower Prevents condensation Inhibits natural gas hydrate formation Can be used indoors or outdoors Prevents gas line freeze-ups Environmentally safe No BTEX emissions Available in 50lb bags and 400lb steel drums Applications Drying high pressure, low temperature sales gas Fuel gas dehydration Instrument gas dehydration Downloads Brochure
$120.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
FAQS
- Compressed air straight from a compressor contains three primary contaminants that must be removed before the air reaches pneumatic equipment, instruments, or products: solid particulates (dust, pipe scale, rust, and compressor wear debris), liquid water (condensed from atmospheric moisture during compression), and oil (from lubricant carryover in oil-lubricated compressors as liquid droplets, aerosols, and vapor). These contaminants damage pneumatic valves, cylinders, and instruments by causing corrosion, seal degradation, and clogging. In applications where compressed air contacts the product — food packaging, pharmaceutical manufacturing, electronics assembly, painting — contamination can cause product rejection, health hazards, and regulatory violations. Compressed air filtration uses a staged approach: a particulate filter removes solid particles, a coalescing filter removes liquid water and oil aerosols, and an adsorption (activated carbon) filter removes oil vapor and odors. The degree of filtration required depends on the application — ISO 8573-1 defines compressed air quality classes from Class 0 (highest purity) to Class 6 (general industrial) to help specify the appropriate filtration level.
- A coalescing filter removes liquid aerosols — tiny droplets of water and oil suspended in the compressed air stream — that are too small for a standard particulate filter to capture. The filter element is made of multiple layers of fine borosilicate glass fibers or similar coalescing media. As the aerosol-laden air passes through the element from the inside out, the micro-droplets collide with the fibers and progressively merge (coalesce) into larger and larger droplets. Once the droplets are large enough, gravity pulls them down to the bottom of the filter housing where they collect in a sump and are drained off — either manually or through an automatic drain. A properly selected coalescing filter can reduce oil aerosol content to 0.01 ppm and remove liquid water down to the aerosol level, though it does not remove water vapor (a compressed air dryer is needed for that). Coalescing filters are the workhorse of compressed air treatment systems and should be installed downstream of the aftercooler and water separator, and upstream of any air dryer.
- The proper sequence of compressed air treatment equipment follows the order in which contaminants are most effectively removed, with each stage protecting the next. Starting from the compressor discharge: first, an aftercooler cools the hot compressed air and condenses the bulk of the water vapor into liquid, which is removed by a moisture separator. Second, a particulate pre-filter (typically 3–5 micron) removes solid particles and protects the downstream coalescing filter from premature loading. Third, a coalescing filter (typically 0.01 micron) removes liquid water and oil aerosols down to trace levels. Fourth, if very dry air is required, a compressed air dryer (refrigerated, desiccant, or membrane type) reduces the dew point to the required level. Fifth, if oil-free air is required for food contact, pharmaceutical, or painting applications, an activated carbon adsorption filter removes oil vapor and odors that coalescing filters cannot capture. Finally, a point-of-use particulate filter at each machine or application provides a final safety barrier against any contaminants introduced by the distribution piping. Skipping stages or installing them out of order reduces performance and shortens element life.
- A particulate filter and a coalescing filter are both used in compressed air systems but remove different types of contaminants. A particulate filter removes solid particles — dust, pipe scale, rust, and compressor wear debris — from the air stream using a fibrous or pleated media element. Particles that are larger than the filter's rated pore size are trapped in or on the media. Particulate filters are available in various micron ratings, typically 1 to 25 microns for general service and down to 0.01 microns for high-purity applications. They do not effectively remove liquid water or oil in aerosol form. A coalescing filter is specifically designed to remove liquid aerosols — micro-droplets of water and oil that are suspended in the air stream as a mist. The coalescing media causes these tiny droplets to merge into larger droplets that drain by gravity. Coalescing filters also capture solid particles, but their primary function is aerosol removal. In a properly designed system, a particulate filter is installed upstream of the coalescing filter to protect the more expensive coalescing element from premature loading with solid debris.
- Compressed air filter sizing is based on the maximum air flow rate (measured in SCFM — standard cubic feet per minute), the operating pressure, and the allowable pressure drop across the filter. Every filter element has a rated flow capacity at a specific pressure and maximum recommended pressure drop — exceeding the rated flow causes excessive pressure drop, which wastes energy (every 2 psi of unnecessary pressure drop across a filter costs approximately 1% of compressor energy), reduces downstream tool and equipment performance, and can force contaminants through the media. To size correctly, determine the peak compressed air demand of all equipment downstream of the filter, select a filter housing and element combination whose rated flow capacity exceeds that demand at your operating pressure, and verify that the initial (clean element) pressure drop is acceptably low — typically less than 1–3 psi for a new element, leaving headroom for the differential pressure to increase as the element loads with contaminants. Also consider connection size — the filter's port size should match the distribution piping to avoid creating a flow bottleneck. Manufacturers publish sizing charts that make it straightforward to match flow rate, pressure, and connection size to the correct model.