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Desiccant Compressed Air Dryers
Once aftercoolers and separators have removed the bulk of the water, use these dryers to remove any remaining moisture in your air line. To reuse saturated desiccant, heat it at its reactivation temperature until it returns to its dry desiccant color. Install after an oil filter to protect the desiccant.
Dryers with a clear bowl and dryers with a sight glass allow you to see inside to monitor contents.
Dryers with a metal bowl are more durable and stand up to vapor better than dryers with a plastic bowl.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Dryers | |||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | O'all | Replacement Desiccant | |||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Housing Material | Ht. | Dia. | Each | Each | ||
Polycarbonate Plastic Bowl—Clear with Steel Guard | |||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | NPT Female | 5 scfm @ 100 psi | -45° | 125° | 150 | Zinc | 6 1/2" | __ | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/4 | 1/4 | NPT Female | 10 scfm @ 100 psi | -45° | 125° | 150 | Zinc | 13 1/2" | 4 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 10 scfm @ 100 psi | -45° | 125° | 150 | Zinc | 13 1/2" | 4 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Dryers | |||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | O'all | Replacement Desiccant | |||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Housing Material | Ht. | Dia. | Each | Each | ||
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Aluminum Guard | |||||||||||||
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 25 scfm @ 100 psi | -45° | 150° | 150 | Zinc | 21 1/4" | 4 3/4" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Steel Guard | |||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | NPT Female | 10 scfm @ 100 psi | -45° | 150° | 150 | Zinc | 10" | 4 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 10 scfm @ 100 psi | -45° | 150° | 150 | Zinc | 10" | 4 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Dryers | |||||||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | O'all | Replacement Desiccant | Repair Kits | Element Kits | |||||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Housing Material | Ht. | Dia. | Each | Each | Each | Each | ||||
Steel Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass | |||||||||||||||||
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 15 scfm @ 100 psi | -30° | 120° | 250 | Aluminum | 8 7/8" | 4 7/8" | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Zinc Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass | |||||||||||||||||
3/8 | 3/8 | NPT Female | 5 scfm @ 100 psi | -30° | 120° | 250 | Aluminum | 8 1/4" | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass | |||||||||||||||||
3/4 | 3/4 | NPT Female | 15 scfm @ 100 psi | -30° | 120° | 250 | Aluminum | 23 1/2" | 5" | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Mounting Brackets for Dryers with Steel or Aluminum Bowl (2/Pkg.) | 0000000 | Pkg. | 000000 |
Dryers | |||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | O'all | Replacement Desiccant | |||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Housing Material | Ht. | Dia. | Each | Each | ||
Acrylic Plastic Bowl—Clear | |||||||||||||
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 20 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 150 | Aluminum | 11 7/8" | 4 3/8" | 00000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 | NPT Female | 60 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 150 | Aluminum | 19 3/4" | 6 1/2" | 00000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 1/2 | 1 1/2 | NPT Female | 100 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 150 | Aluminum | 21 3/4" | 8" | 00000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | 2 | NPT Female | 200 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 150 | Aluminum | 19 1/8" | 9 1/2" | 00000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Dryers | |||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | O'all | Replacement Desiccant | |||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Housing Material | Ht. | Dia. | Each | Each | ||
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 | NPT Female | 60 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 250 | Aluminum | 19 3/4" | 6 1/2" | 000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 1/2 | 1 1/2 | NPT Female | 100 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 250 | Aluminum | 21 3/4" | 8" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | 2 | NPT Female | 200 scfm @ 100 psi | -40° | 150° | 250 | Aluminum | 19 1/8" | 9 1/2" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
High-Pressure Desiccant Compressed Air Dryers
Get dry compressed air in high-pressure systems—these dryers have a maximum pressure rating of 300 psi. Once aftercoolers and separators have removed the bulk of the water, they remove any remaining moisture in your air line. Install after an oil filter to protect the desiccant. They have a sight glass so you can see inside the bowl to monitor contents.
Desiccant (sold separately) is required to remove moisture from air. To reuse saturated desiccant, heat it at its reactivation temperature until it returns to its dry color.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Dryers | ||||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Overall | Desiccant | ||||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Desiccants Required | Each | Each | ||
Zinc Housing | ||||||||||||||
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass | ||||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | NPT Female | 15 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 13 1/2" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
3/8 | 3/8 | NPT Female | 15 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 13 1/2" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 15 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 13 1/2" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 30 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 23 1/4" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | 3/4 | NPT Female | 15 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 13 1/2" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | 3/4 | NPT Female | 30 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 23 1/4" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 | NPT Female | 30 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 300 | 180° | 23 1/4" | 5" | 5" | 1 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Norgren Modular Desiccant Compressed Air Dryers
For use with Norgren modular compressed air systems, once aftercoolers and separators have removed the bulk of the water, use one of these desiccant-filled dryers to remove any remaining moisture in your air line. Install after an oil filter to protect the desiccant. They have a clear bowl so you can see inside to monitor contents. To reuse saturated desiccant, heat it at its reactivation temperature until it returns to its dry color.
Use a joiner clamp (sold separately) to connect your dryer to another Norgren modular component.
End block sets (sold separately) allow you to swap out filter/regulator/lubricator components without unthreading your air line connections. The blocks remain connected to your pipe while you replace components between them.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Dryers | ||||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Overall | Joiner Clamps | End Block Sets | |||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Each | Each | Each | |||
Aluminum Housing | ||||||||||||||
Polycarbonate Plastic Bowl—Clear with Steel Guard | ||||||||||||||
3/8 | 3/8 | NPT Female | 10 scfm @ 100 psi | 150 | 125° | 7 1/4" | 3 1/4" | 2 15/16" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 10 scfm @ 100 psi | 150 | 125° | 7 1/4" | 3 1/4" | 2 15/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Easy-View Desiccant Compressed Air Dryer/Filters for Oil and Particle Removal
With a clear polycarbonate bowl that’s visible from all angles and silica gel desiccant that changes from blue to pink, it’s easy to see when it’s time to change the cartridge on these dryer/filters and dryer/filter/regulators. In addition to water, they remove compressor oil and particles, preventing damage to air-powered tools and equipment. Unlike some desiccant dryers, they don't require a filter to protect the desiccant. Both the dryer and filter are in the same cartridge, saving space and reducing downtime when they need to be changed. Install them after aftercoolers and separators, which remove the bulk of the moisture.
Dryer/filters and dryer/filter/regulators with a shut-off valve can stop the flow of air when the units are not in use to extend the life of the desiccant.
Dryer/filter/regulators have a regulator to monitor and adjust the flow of air.
Dryer/Filters | ||||||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Overall | Replacement Desiccant | ||||||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Pressure Regulating Range, psi | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Housing Material | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Gauge Included | Each | Each | ||
Polycarbonate Plastic Bowl—Clear | ||||||||||||||||
Air Dryer/Filter | ||||||||||||||||
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 30 scfm @ 120 psi | __ | 120 | 120° | 40 | Aluminum | 16 7/8" | 3" | 3" | No | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 40 scfm @ 120 psi | __ | 120 | 120° | 40 | Aluminum | 21" | 4" | 4" | No | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Air Dryer/Filter with Shut-Off Valve | ||||||||||||||||
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 30 scfm @ 120 psi | __ | 120 | 120° | 40 | Aluminum | 16 7/8" | 12" | 3" | No | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 40 scfm @ 120 psi | __ | 120 | 120° | 40 | Aluminum | 21" | 13" | 4" | No | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Air Dryer/Filter/Regulator with Shut-Off Valve | ||||||||||||||||
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 30 scfm @ 120 psi | 5-120 | 120 | 120° | 40 | Aluminum | 17 1/8" | 15" | 3" | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | 1/2 | NPT Female | 40 scfm @ 120 psi | 5-120 | 120 | 120° | 40 | Aluminum | 21 1/4" | 16" | 4" | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Desiccant Compressed Air Dryer/Filters for Oil and Particle Removal
These dryer/filters have a clay desiccant that removes moisture, oil, and particles, so there’s no need to install a separate filter and dryer. Once aftercoolers and separators have removed the bulk of the water, they remove any remaining moisture in your air line. Dryer/filters have a clear bowl or sight glass that allow you to see inside to monitor the contents. When the desiccant becomes saturated, it changes color to indicate that it should be replaced.
Dryer/filters with an aluminum bowl stand up to synthetic compressor lubricants and solvents better than dyers with an acrylic plastic bowl can.
Dryer/filters with a polyurethane bowl have excellent resistance to synthetic compressor lubricants, solvents, acids, and other chemicals.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Dryer/Filters | |||||||||||||||
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Inlet | Outlet | Overall | Replacement Desiccant | Replacement Filter Elements | |||||||||||
Pipe Size | Connection | Pipe Size | Connection | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Housing Material | Dia. | Ht. | Each | Each | Each | |||
Acrylic Plastic Bowl—Clear | |||||||||||||||
1/2 | NPT Female | 1/2 | NPT Female | 20 scfm @ 100 psi | 150 | 150° | Aluminum | 4 3/8" | 11 7/8" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
1 | NPT Female | 1 | NPT Female | 60 scfm @ 100 psi | 150 | 150° | Aluminum | 6 1/2" | 19 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
1 1/2 | NPT Female | 1 1/2 | NPT Female | 100 scfm @ 100 psi | 150 | 150° | Aluminum | 8" | 21 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
2 | NPT Female | 2 | NPT Female | 200 scfm @ 100 psi | 150 | 150° | Aluminum | 9 1/2" | 19 1/8" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
Aluminum Bowl—Opaque with Sight Glass | |||||||||||||||
1/2 | NPT Female | 1/2 | NPT Female | 20 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 150° | Aluminum | 4 3/8" | 11 7/8" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
1 | NPT Female | 1 | NPT Female | 60 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 150° | Aluminum | 6 1/2" | 19 3/4" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
1 1/2 | NPT Female | 1 1/2 | NPT Female | 100 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 150° | Aluminum | 8" | 21 3/4" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
2 | NPT Female | 2 | NPT Female | 200 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 150° | Aluminum | 9 1/2" | 19 1/8" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
Polyurethane Rubber Bowl—Clear | |||||||||||||||
1/2 | NPT Female | 1/2 | NPT Female | 20 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 180° | Polyurethane Rubber | 4 5/8" | 10 5/8" | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/2 | NPT Male | 1/2 | NPT Male | 15 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 180° | Polyurethane Rubber | 3 1/8" | 9 1/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
1 | NPT Female | 1 | NPT Female | 40 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 180° | Polyurethane Rubber | 6 1/8" | 9 1/2" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | NPT Female | 1 | NPT Female | 60 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 180° | Polyurethane Rubber | 6 1/8" | 14 3/4" | 000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Automatic Continuous-Use Desiccant Compressed
Air Dryer/Filters for Oil and Particle Removal
Each of these filter/dryers has two desiccant towers—one that absorbs moisture in the air while the other reactivates saturated desiccant so you have an uninterrupted supply of clean, dry compressed air. In addition to water, these remove compressor oil and particles, preventing damage to air-powered tools and equipment. Unlike some desiccant dryers, they don't require a filter to protect the desiccant. They have an electronic display with an audible alarm that indicates when it’s time to change the filters. Install them after aftercoolers and separators, which remove the bulk of the moisture.
Dyer/Filters | |||||||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Overall | Replacement Filter Element Kits | |||||||||||||
Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Each | Each | ||
ABS Plastic Housing and Bowl | |||||||||||||||
3/8 | 3/8 | NPT Female | 3 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 200 | 120° | 0.1 | 120V AC | 16 3/4" | 9 3/8" | 8 3/8" | 0000000 | 000000000 | 000000 | 00 |
3/8 | 3/8 | NPT Female | 9 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 200 | 120° | 0.1 | 120V AC | 32 1/2" | 9 3/8" | 8 3/8" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00 |
Aluminum Housing and Bowl | |||||||||||||||
3/8 | 3/8 | NPT Female | 25 scfm @ -40° F | -40° | 230 | 122° | 0.5 | 120V AC | 42" | 11" | 3 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Disposable Desiccant Compressed Air Dryer/Filters for Oil and Particle Removal
Use these dryer/filters to protect air-powered tools from water, oil, oil vapor, and particles, then throw them away when you're done. They have a polyurethane housing that has excellent resistance to synthetic compressor lubricants, solvents, acids, and chemicals. The bowl is clear so you can monitor the desiccant. When it becomes saturated, it changes color to indicate the dryer/filter should be replaced. Install in your air line just before the tool you wish to protect.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Pipe Size | Overall | |||||||||||
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Inlet | Outlet | Connections | Max. Flow Rate | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Dew Point Temp. Reduction Rate | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Dia. | Ht. | Desiccant Included | Each | |
Polyurethane Rubber Housing | ||||||||||||
Polyurethane Rubber Bowl—Clear | ||||||||||||
1/4 | 1/4 | NPT Female | 5 scfm @ 100 psi | 250 | 180° | 20% | 0.3 | 2 7/8" | 4 1/2" | Yes | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Disposable Desiccant Compressed Air Dryer/Filters for Particle Removal
Install these dryer/filters just before air-powered tools as final protection from water and particles and throw them away when you’re done. They have a clear bowl so you can see inside to monitor the desiccant. When the desiccant becomes saturated, it changes color to indicate that the dryer/filter should be changed.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Inlet | Outlet | Overall | |||||||||||
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Pipe Size | Connection | Pipe Size | Connection | Max. Flow Rate | Dew Point Temp., °F | Max. Pressure, psi | Max. Temp., °F | Removes Particle Size Down To, microns | Dia. | Ht. | Desiccant Included | Each | |
Polycarbonate Plastic Bowl—Clear | |||||||||||||
1/4 | NPT Female | 1/4 | NPT Male | 20 scfm @ 100 psi | -30° | 125 | 130° | 40 | 1 3/4" | 3 3/4" | Yes | 000000 | 000000 |
Portable Compressed Air Storage Tanks with Filter/Dryer
Get clean, dry air wherever you need it. The separator, filter, and dryer mounted on these tanks clean and dry compressed air as you fill it. Once full, move the tank to your workspace on its pneumatic wheels.
Connect your compressor to the separator on the side of the tank. It removes any liquid water from your compressed air to protect the filter, which removes oil and particles. Filtered air passes through the desiccant dryer and into the tank. The dryer can be used continuously without having to dry or replace the desiccant. It can be removed once the tank is full for more portability.
Replace the filter element every six months. Service kits include a filter element, O-rings, and everything else you need to service the filter.
Storage Tanks | |||||||||||||||
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Ports | Overall | Removes Down To | Service Kits | ||||||||||||
Cap., gal. | Max. Pressure, psi | Total No. of | Gender | Sizes | Dia. | Ht. | Wall Thick. | Temp. Range, °F | Max. Flow Rate | Particle Size | Oil Content, ppm | Each | Each | ||
With Mounting Plate | |||||||||||||||
Powder-Coated Steel | |||||||||||||||
30 | 175 | 4 | Female | 1/4 NPT Port (1 ea.) 1/2 NPT Port (2 ea.) 1/4 NPT Drain Port (1 ea.) | 18" | 54" | 3/32" | -20° to 150° | 28 cfm @ 100 psi | 0.01 | 0.001 | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |