Why an oil water separator is required?
Browse our selection of oil/water separators online. If you have questions or can’t find what you are looking for online, call our knowledgeable customer service team toll-free: 866-650-1937. During the process of compressing air, atmospheric air along with water vapor and atmospheric contaminants (hydrocarbon or chemical vapors), are drawn into the compressor intake. Additionally, the compression chambers of most compressors require oil for lubrication, sealing and cooling. Once compressed, the air flows into an aftercooler to remove the heat of compression. As the air cools in the aftercooler, water and hydrocarbon vapors will condense. Additional condensation takes place as the air is further cooled in the piping and air dryers. This condensed moisture must be removed from the compressed air system to prevent damage to downstream components and processes. Drain valves are installed on moisture separators, coalescing filters, air receivers, air dryers and drip legs to remove this con
