Why Air Breather Filters Are Essential in Hydraulic Systems
In a hydraulic system, air moves freely into and out of the reservoir as the fluid level falls and rises.
Unfiltered atmospheric air can carry dirt, dust, and debris all of which can contaminate the hydraulic fluid. If left unchecked, these contaminants damage components, increase wear, and reduce overall system reliability.
How Air Breather Filters Work
An air breather filter allows the system to "breathe" clean air taking in unfiltered atmospheric air and releasing filtered air back into the reservoir. This prevents external contaminants from entering the system while maintaining proper airflow.
Benefits of Using Air Breather Filters
These filters complement hydraulic filters in the system, providing:
- Effective protection against dirt, dust, and debris
- Extended service life of hydraulic components
- Improved system efficiency and reliability
- Reduced maintenance costs over time
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Key Features of Air Breather Filters
- Air flow rates up to 15,000 l/min
- Filter rating: 3 µm to 40 µm
- Filter materials: Inorganic glass fibre, Paper
- Absolute or nominal filtration options depending on material
- Operating temperature: -30 °C to +100 °C
- Compatible with all conventional operating media
- Fastening via flange, weld, or screw connection
- Available with lockable / anti-splash protection feature
Our range includes metallic, plastic, and nylon housing air breather filters, as well as breather plugs with or without pressure relief valves and dipsticks. Filter media and ratings can be customized for specific applications, ensuring optimal performance and long service life.
Choosing the right size and type of air breather filter for hydraulic tanks is essential to maintain smooth operation. Ideally, these filters should match or exceed the filtration rating of other filters in your hydraulic or lubrication circuits.
For higher efficiency, double-check valve breather filters reduce air exchanges, minimizing dust entry and extending the element’s service life. To keep performance consistent, regular replacement of breather elements is recommended.
Need expert guidance? Consult our team to choose the right filter for your application.
User Benefits of Air Breather Filters
Why Choose Air Breather Filters for Hydraulic Systems?
- Protects the system from airborne particle contamination and humidity
- Ensures only filtered air enters the hydraulic reservoir
- Maintains pressure balance to prevent pump cavitation
- Prevents moisture accumulation in the system
- Reduces operating costs with extended equipment life
- Ensures smooth, reliable equipment operation
Whether for agriculture, construction, mining, or heavy-duty industrial use, we provide the right air breather filter solutions for your hydraulic systems. Request a Quote today and keep your systems running reliably.