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Moisture Separators

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Moisture Separators

A moisture separator is an essential component in pneumatic and steam systems, designed to remove moisture or condensate from the air or steam stream. Moisture in compressed air or steam systems can cause various issues such as equipment damage, reduced efficiency, and corrosion. By effectively removing moisture, these separators help maintain system integrity and optimize performance.

Functionality: Moisture separators utilize various mechanisms to separate moisture from the air or steam stream. Common methods include centrifugal separation, gravity separation, and coalescing filtration. These separators typically feature internal baffles, vanes, or filter elements that help trap and remove moisture droplets from the fluid stream.

Design Features:

  • Material: Moisture separators are constructed from materials such as cast steel, cast iron, aluminum, or carbon steel, chosen for their strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.
  • End Connections: Flanged ends or screwed connections are commonly used for easy integration into piping systems.
  • Test Pressure: Manufacturers subject moisture separators to high-pressure testing to ensure structural integrity and reliability under operating conditions.
  • Efficiency: High-efficiency separators can remove up to 99.99% of moisture from the fluid stream, ensuring clean and dry air or steam.
  • Certification: Quality certifications such as IBR (Indian Boiler Regulations) ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Application: Moisture separators find application in various industries such as:

  • Pneumatics: Used in compressed air systems to prevent damage to pneumatic equipment and ensure consistent air quality.
  • Steam Systems: Essential for steam applications to prevent issues like water hammer, two-phase flow, and equipment damage.

Installation: Moisture separators are typically installed at the end-use point before other components such as filters, regulators, and lubricators (FRL units). This placement maximizes moisture removal efficiency and protects downstream equipment.

Maintenance: Regular maintenance, including draining accumulated moisture and replacing filter elements if applicable, helps ensure continued performance and longevity of moisture separators.

In summary, moisture separators play a crucial role in maintaining system efficiency and reliability by effectively removing moisture from compressed air or steam systems, making them indispensable components in various industrial applications.

1) Cast Iron Moisture Separator with Flanged Ends:

  • Flanged Ends: BS-10 Table ‘H’ standards
  • Size Range: 25mm to 100mm
  • Test Pressure: Body – 26 Kg/cm² Gauge Hydraulic Pressure, Max. BOP – 13 Kg/cm²
  • Max. Working Temperature: Up to 220°C
  • Design Features: Equipped with internal ribs for condensate removal
  • Certification: IBR Test Certificate in Form III-C
  • Application: Suitable for steam and water applications

2) Cast Steel Moisture Separator with Flanged Ends:

  • Material: Cast Steel (ASTM A216 Gr. WCB)
  • Sizes Available: 1/2″ to 3″
  • Flanged Ends: BS – 10 Table ‘J’ standards
  • Test Pressure: Body – 700 PSIG, Max. BOP – 350 PSIG
  • Design Features: Essential for steam applications, equipped with internal ribs for efficient condensate removal
  • Certification: IBR Test Certificate in Form III-C
  • Application: Suitable for steam applications

3) Moisture Separator SILVER:

  • Model: Silver
  • Size: 1/2″
  • Body Material: Aluminum Pressure Die Cast
  • Working Pressure: 0 to 10 kg/cm²
  • Testing Pressure: 12 kg/cm²
  • Efficiency: 99.99%
  • Service Life: 3-5 years
  • Installation: Advisable before FRL units
  • Application: Compressed air systems

Each moisture separator offers unique features and capabilities tailored to specific applications, ensuring efficient moisture removal and system performance in industrial settings.

4) Moisture Separator COMBO:

  • Model: COMBO
  • Sizes Available: 1/4″ & 1/2″
  • Body Material: Aluminum Pressure Die Cast
  • Working Pressure: 0 to 10 kg/cm²
  • Testing Pressure: 12 kg/cm²
  • Efficiency: 99.99%
  • Service Life: 3-5 years
  • Installation: Advisable before FRL units
  • Application: Compressed air systems

5) Moisture Separator SMART :

  • Model: SMART
  • Sizes Available: 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″
  • Body Material: Aluminum Pressure Die Cast
  • Working Pressure: Up to 10 kg/cm²
  • Testing Pressure: 12 kg/cm²
  • Efficiency: 99.99%
  • Installation: Advisable before FRL units
  • Application: Compressed air systems

6) Moisture Separator HPVS:

  • Model: HPVS
  • Sizes Available: 1/2″ to 3″
  • Body Material: Carbon Steel (C.S.)
  • Media: Compressed Air
  • Working Pressure: Up to 16 kg/cm²
  • Testing Pressure: 24 kg/cm²
  • Efficiency: 99.99%
  • Service Life: 8-10 years
  • Installation: Advisable before FRL units
  • Application: Compressed air systems