Use duration of air compressor filter element

The use time of the air compressor filter element will be affected by many factors, including the quality of the filter element, the working environment and the use of the air compressor. The following are some summaries about the use of air compressor filter element:

1. the use time of high-quality filter element:
   • in the general working environment, high-quality air compressor air filter can usually be used for 1500 to 2000 hours. This information comes from a number of professional websites and the official website of Shanghai granklin group.
   • The service life of the high-quality oil and gas separator filter element is about 4000 hours.
2. The use time of the general quality filter element:
   • for air filter elements of average quality, in an ordinary working environment, it is usually recommended to replace them every three months, because they may be more susceptible to contamination and clogging.
3. The use time of the filter element in special environment:
   • if the air compressor is in a harsh environment, such as dust or high concentration of pollutants, the replacement cycle of the filter element needs to be shortened accordingly.
   • In extremely harsh working environments, such as textile mills and other dusty occasions, even if the use of high-quality air compressor filter, the replacement cycle may be shorter.
4. Judgment basis for replacing filter element:
   • when the lubricating oil consumption of the air compressor increases significantly, and the oil consumption is still large after cleaning, it may indicate that the oil and gas separator has deteriorated and needs to be replaced in time.
   • When the pressure difference between the two ends of the oil and gas separation filter element reaches 0.15MPa, it should also be replaced.
   • If the differential pressure is 0, it indicates that the filter element is faulty or the air flow is short-circuited, and the filter element must be replaced.

In summary, the use time of the air compressor filter element is not fixed, but is determined according to the quality, working conditions and actual use of the filter element. In order to ensure the normal operation of the air compressor and prolong its service life, it is very important to check and replace the filter element regularly.