Component Composition and Specifications
This kit typically includes:
Oil filter element:
The core component, made of high-precision filter paper (with a filtration accuracy usually ≤ 10 μm), can effectively intercept metal debris, carbon compounds, oil sludge, etc. in the lubricating oil.
The filter paper material and folding structure of the original factory filter element have been optimized, ensuring both filtration efficiency and reducing oil passage resistance.
Sealing components:
Including filter element installation sealing rings (O-rings), filter housing sealing gaskets, etc. The material is mostly oil-resistant rubber (such as nitrile rubber), ensuring no leakage in the filtration system.
Companion accessories:
Some kits include oil drain plug gaskets (replace the oil when changing the oil), installation instructions or torque parameter guides.
Compatible models and design features
Applicable range: Mainly suitable for medium-sized industrial air compressors (such as GA series 15-75kW models, GX series, etc.), specific to the air compressor model and oil filter interface specifications.
4000-hour design: According to Ateliersa Kepco's maintenance standards, under normal operating conditions (clean environment, qualified oil quality), the replacement cycle for the oil filter is 4000 hours, and the lifespan of the kit matches this cycle.
Original factory advantages:
The filter element size precisely matches the filter housing, avoiding bypass of unfiltered oil due to excessive clearance.
The filter paper has strong temperature resistance (adapted to 80-100℃ oil temperature) and excellent resistance to oil immersion, and will not degrade due to long-term contact with lubricating oil.
Core functions and replacement significance
Protecting the main unit: By filtering impurities, it prevents them from entering the precision components such as the rotor and bearings of the main unit, reducing wear and jamming risks.
Maintaining oil quality: Delaying the aging speed of the lubricating oil, avoiding oil emulsification, acidification or abnormal viscosity caused by impurities.
Ensuring system pressure: The resistance of the filter element is stable, and it will not cause pressure loss in the oil passage due to rapid blockage, ensuring adequate lubrication.
If not replaced for more than 4000 hours, it may lead to:
Filter element clogging, triggering the opening of the bypass valve, and unfiltered oil directly entering the system.
Increased wear of the main unit, shortening its lifespan, and even causing equipment shutdown.
Installation and maintenance precautions
Installation guidelines:
Before replacement, stop the machine and release the system pressure. Wait for the oil temperature to drop (to avoid burns).
Use specialized tools to remove the old filter element, clean the internal residues of the filter housing.
The sealing ring of the new filter element needs to be coated with a layer of clean compression oil (to prevent dry friction damage during installation), and be tightened according to the specified torque (usually 25-35 N·m, refer to the specific model manual).
Synchronous operation:
It is recommended to perform the oil change operation for the 4000-hour maintenance of the air compressor simultaneously, to completely update the oil passage.
After replacement, start the equipment, check if there is any leakage around the filter, and confirm the tightening status after running for 10-15 minutes.
