Lubrigard VACUUM DEHYDRATION UNIT - 15 GPM
Vacuum Dehydration System
The purpose of the FD-15 Vacuum Dehydration System is to serve as an oil treatment system. By removing water (dissolved, emulsified and free), gasses and solid contaminants the oil can return to its original condition, and be reused in lubricating systems. Having clean, dry oil will allow hydraulic and lubricating systems to perform more efficiently and can result in significant financial gains. The need to purchase new lubricating oils can be reduced and in some cases eliminated completely. To begin, the oil is brought into the chamber and passed over the heater and heated. It then is dispersed over the Pall Rings , located inside the tower, and then exposed to a vacuum, usually between 22-25"Hg. After the oil has been degassed and dehydrated it is pumped out of the bottom of the tower via the hydraulic pump into the filter to remove any contaminants before it enters the reservoir or system again. In order to optimize this process the FD-15 Purifier is partially automated with a PLC and series of electrically controlled switches. Data, diagnostics, alerts and many help screens can be accessed on the control panel touch screen display.
- Flow Rate: 15 GPM
- Vacuum Pump Flow Rate: 13 CFM
- Heater Capacity: 18KW @ 15wsi
- Motors: Electric, 480 VAC, 3 Phase; Other voltages are available
- Plumbing: Inlet: 1 1/2" FNPT; Outlet: 1 1/2" FNPT
- Approximate Dry Weight: 1300 lbs
- Dimensions: 54"L x 31"W x 78"H
- Chamber: Pall Dispersion Rings; never have to get in chamber to change filter elements
- Chamber Vaccum: Adjustable; ideal range is 22-27" Hg
- Fluid Temperature: Factory set at 145°F and is customer adjustable up to 165°F
- Filtration: 1 ea - 6x18 Filter Element
- Seal Material (s): Buna N, Viton, EPDM or EPR
- Max Fluid Viscosity; ISO 680 or 4250 SUS
- Continuous Heater Flow: Minimum 2-5 GPM continuous flow through heater to prevent oil coking
- Console Remote Alarm: 250 V, 10 amp dry contact rating
- Wheel Configuration: Caster wheels, pneumatic tires, fork lift pockets or floor mount
- Water Removal Rate: The removal rate of water will vary depending on fluid properties and application parameters
- Water Monitor: Standard
- Operator Interface Panel Features: One button on/off. Auto shut down if operating parameters move outside of limits. Panel displays all conditions, including causes and remedies. Help screen.