Knowledge introduction of Filter Regulator Lubricators!

Filter Regulator Lubricators (FRLs) are a complete system that combines a filter, regulator, and lubricator into one component. The components work together to ensure clean air flow in pneumatic applications, which helps prevent downtime from contamination and improves performance and efficiency for tools and equipment.

FRLs protect pneumatic valves, cylinders and air tools by ensuring they receive properly lubricated air that reduces friction for longer tool and hoist life. They also help minimize the energy used to run compressed air equipment and reduce power wastage by reducing pressure drop across a system.

Air leaving a compressor is hot, dirty and often moisture-laden, which can negatively impact the life of downstream pneumatic equipment such as valves, cylinders, and air tools. FRLs remove contaminants such as oil and water condensate, particulates, and rust from the compressed air.

A variety of filtration types are available to suit the application, including particulate filters in pore sizes of 5, 25, and 40 microns. Coalescing filters with pore sizes of 0.01 to 1.0 microns are also useful in extracting oil and vapour, while adsorption filters use activated carbon to eliminate odors from the compressed air.

Filters are typically installed upstream of an air regulator, a special valve that reduces the supply pressure to operate the downstream pneumatic equipment. They remove particulates, oil and water condensate, and pipe scale to protect the regulator from damage.

FRLs are available in two-unit and three-unit closed-nippled or modular designs. These are ideal for a wide range of applications that require high performance and versatility.