Filters & products for compressors, Vacuum pumps and compressed air

SUMMARY
Product quality supported by efficient service Research & Development Testing Filters & Products for Compressors
Air/oil separators Standard separators Spin-on separators Filter heads & adapters Air fi lters Plastic air cleaners Spin-on oil fi lters pag.2

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Filters & Products for Vacuum pumps

Standard demisters Vacuum air fi lters

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Filters & Products for Vacuum and Compressed air

Compressed air fi lters Accessories & K its

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Practical Advice Quality and Guarantee

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Product quality supported by efficient service

Sotras was founded in 1975 as a trading business and over the years has transformed itself into an important brand manufacturing industrial filters, making and distributing its own products in Europe and throughout the world. Today Sotras can supply a top quality range of industrial filters and has specialized in manufacturing elements for compressors, vacuum pumps and compressed air applications to suit most requirements in these fields. In particular, Sotras can boast established experience and skill in designing and manufacturing high quality air/oil separators specifically for installation in rotary screw and vane compressors. We guarantee that all materials used for our products undergo stringent quality tests and specific treatments which ensure long life span and reliable performance. In fact, Sotras mission is to provide products and services of the highest quality to satisfy specific needs and requirements of the market. From the beginning, Sotras has strived for perfection focusing on innovation, reliability and safety of the products as well as by giving
HeadQuarters

particular attention to human resources training, making them able to contribute, individually or collectively, to the attainment of the objectives of the business. Sotras employees, in Technical and Commercial Departments, are able to establish lasting relationships with our customers by meeting their expectations through their personal and organizational skills. In the same way, thanks to its experience gained from many years dealing with filtration in the compressed air industry, Sotras has developed a flexible product handling system allowing the Logistic Department to satisfy requirements in terms of variety, quality and speed.

Commercial and production sites are located in Borgaro Torinese (Torino) covering an area of about 11,000 m2. Sotras headquarters, production premises and logistics department are less than 10 minutes from the Turin Caselle International Aiport.

Caselle
International Airport
TORINO

Aosta

Milano
Lazio

Frejus

TORINO
Piacenza Savona

Product quality supported by efficient service

A new company, Sotras Logistica, was set up in 2006 to manage the logistics activity of the finished products which are stocked in a modern warehouse of some 4,000 m2. The site is the very heart of our products handling where all the orders are processed and to which all customers refer to as the Sotras logistics centre. The new structure has allowed a rationalization of organization and activities and has provided additional space for stocking and handling. The premises are strategically located near to Sotras headquarters, Turin Airport and major transport routes.

Sotras Logistica

Twelve years ago Sotras took its first steps in the market in China and since then has succeeded in acquiring local OEMs as important customers. It soon became evident that it had to meet local customers requirements for prompt deliveries so obviously the step was to form a subsidiary logistics company to fulfil this need. Excellent results have been achieved over the years and thanks to this and in response to OEMs constant requests, we are proud to announce that Sotras China has now opened a production site as well as a strategic logistics center, dedicated to the market in China.

Sotras China (Shanghai)

Research & Development

R&D commitment is to handle the know-how, to stimulate new ideas, looking into the future to respond to its challenge by developing and enhancing the human resources, to be able to compete with an economy more and more characterized by knowledge. In fact, Sotras technicians are required to play an active role of co-operation with the company management, having a key responsibility in translating the strategic view into resalable products and services of value. Over the years Sotras has made considerable investments in the field of process engineering. It has arranged for and designed in house special tooling as well as unique machines and equipment for the different stages of working process which are constantly monitored in order to ensure a safe and correct manufacturing and use of the product. With a view to constant improvement, Sotras has been deeply involved in the research for new materials as well as new process solutions and products, which has led to a contextual progress in tests and modifications that have played an important part in the quality and safety of the products.

The systematic adhesion to ISO 9000 regulation, following its various evolutions since 1999, has led the companys attitude to follow a methodical approach to processes. Through this evolution we have assisted our customers in product analysis and performance not only for processing checks but also during the study and designing stages. Moreover, a typical difficulty we have to face in our sector lies in the simulation or prediction of the working conditions under which our products will be used - in circuits and machines offering countless different possibilities and hundreds of variables. Therefore, to define the concrete and real performance of the product, we have concentrated on the research of analysis methods

which enable us to anticipate the possible defectiveness of a product and to prevent problems. The outcome of this activity has been a tangible increase in the reliability and efficiency of our products through improved manufacturing processes and this has resulted in more competitiveness and satisfaction in our market. Evidence of the excellent level of quality of our products, lies also in the fact that Sotras supplies high performance solutions where high reliability is required such as in the railways sector. In its ambition to provide first class care to its customers, Sotras runs technical training courses for their own staff as well as for distributors and customers themselves.

Testing
For years now, checks on all incoming products and 100% of the outgoing finished products are ruled by a Control Plan deriving from ISO TS 16949 for the automotive sector. This document, which is constantly updated, indicates the control and related procedures of every step of the process and every characteristic of the product, including the project validation stages both of the actual process and of the products. The investments in this sector have made it possible to improve and add new tooling and diagnostic instruments for each characteristic. This has enabled us to test new components, new materials and new manufacturing solutions with more precision. Our target has been to achieve the improvement of our product performance as well as efficiency and reliable repeat production. A special device has been designed (see side picture below) that allows us to test the collapse or explosion resistance limits of our products under extreme working conditions at variable flow rates and at limit pressures. This makes it possible for us to confirm the performance level of our products and to find the best possible solutions in terms of materials employed.

Owing to the extreme variability of production volumes and to the sizes of our products, a very high level of flexibility and strict attention to the management of the quality process has had to be instigated. Some defects are not always visible to the naked eye and they can compromise the functionality of the element. In addition, laboratory devices have been used for the preventive analysis of production batches through simple but effective non destructive tests, such as the smoke test (see side picture below), in order to detect product as well as process defects. From the perspective of preventive management of defects, we have attained a substantial level of quality and reliable repeatability in production. Also as a consequence of the process reliability

attained, we have rationalized the required checks and reduced the less necessary tests. Based on ISO 8573-2, using Johnson and Balston Tests we regularly check the residual aerosol oil content (ppm) in order to guarantee this filtering performance on our products.

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Testing
Another important test that is systematically carried out and applied to every production batch, concerns the stress analysis of the materials of our spin-on filters (see small pictures below). This test has a twofold value: the quality analysis of materials and processes and, of utmost importance, the analysis of the safety conditions of the products in compliance with the current European regulations and guidelines. For many years our Technical department has given our customers support regarding claim analysis and returned goods for perceived defectiveness of the product. Tests simulating working conditions and those carried out on returned products (see small pictures below) provide information in the study of possible root causes. This analysis and diagnostic service has allowed us to highlight and correct process anomalies and defects, leading to improvements in the choice and control of components at their origin. And, very often, to be able to suggest to our customers an alternative method of installing the filters and the conditions of servicing.

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Filters & Products for Compressors

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Air Oil Separators

During the last century compressed air became associated with many industrial applications and compressor manufacturers focused their attention on rotary screw and vane compressors whose compression systems use lubricating oil as a coolant. Hence the necessity of using air/ oil separators. Sotras designs and manufactures separators specifically for installation in rotary screw and rotary vane compressors and they are available in vertical, horizontal and spin on configurations. Their purpose is to separate the oil droplets from the compressed air, thereby producing cleaner air and allowing the oil to be scavenged and re-circulated in the compressor. Sotras separators are manufactured to satisfy OEMs need in terms of :. - Physical principle of air/oil separation. - Element dimensions according to the compressors performance and tank dimensions. - Oil consumption to ensure a correct functional performance. - Use of high grade filtration and separation media to ensure the best quality of clean air needed for industrial applications. Additionally it is very important to highlight that Sotras separators can be used with all types of oils, whether standard, mineral based, synthetic or partially synthetic. In order to decide which is the best separator to be used for a specific compressor. OEMs have to consider what level of separation needs to be achieved, in other words to target the minimum parts per million of residual oil content required.

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For this a technical solution is need in order to reduce the oil concentration in the air. Often OEMs needed to consider a pre-separation system, which will reduce the PPM and increase the life of the air/oil separator.
CONSTRUCTION

In fact, we are able to offer high performance solutions for high reliability applications such as railways, in terms of stainless steel air/ oil separators, air filters and oil filters.
SEPAR ATION - PRESSURE DROP EFFICIENCY - PERFORMANCE

Corrosive resistant materials are used in the construction of the air/oil separators. Careful welding procedures and the use of the latest twin pack adhesive ensure that the element has high mechanical strength and can endure operating temperature up to 120C. Sotras has also developed special technologies formulated to make air/oil separators withstand extreme environmental conditions such as high humidity and salinity levels.

Normally, the air and oil mixture passes from the outside to the inside of the separator and the coalescing effect is carried out through a multi

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Air Oil Separators

stage separation process resulting in the recovery of the oil and producing clean air. At a nominal working pressure of 7 bar, the pressure drop on a new element varies between approximately 0.15 and 0.25 bar. At other working pressures, the pressure drop is proportional to the air velocity across the separator (graph 2). By using our separators, the oil carryover after separation is limited to about 1 to 3 ppm (graph 1). The life of the separator depends on many factors: the designs and regular maintenance of the compressor, clean environment, working temperature, quality of the air and oil filters. To ensure maximum separator efficiency, the joints must create a perfect seal. Experience has shown that through correct installation and also using the correct type of oil, Sotras separators can have a life expectancy of many thousands of hours. Sotras air/oil separators can offer different separation solutions according to manufacturers requirements.

graph 1

graph 2

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Fig.

Type

Pressure drop @ nominal fl ow rate (bar)

General specifi cation

Single wrapped

0,16

Low production costs, good performance on small dimension or long life span

Double wrapped

0,18

Excellent performance on small dimension or long life span

Pleated

0,15

Low pressure drop

Whit pre-separation Fleece

0,20

For application showing high oil percentage before separation or under particular environmental conditions

Pleated+Wrapped

0,17

Low pressure drop and excellent separation level

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Standard Separators
The following tables show only a short list of Sotras standard range of separators. We must emphasize that we are constantly designing and manufacturing specific customized types and we are pleased to receive enquiries for this service.

fig. 1
*The data is indicative and based on 7 bar work ing pressure *Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m 3 /min DB 2073 DB 2067 DB 2001 DB 2521 DB 2002 DB 2059 DB 2071 DB 2004 DB 2058 DB 2472 DB 2566 DB 2046 DB 2003 DB 2006 DB 2057 DB 2564 DB 2009 DB 2074 DB 2085 DB 2115 DB 2140 DB 2075 DB 2486 1,3 1,4 1,5 1,8 2 2,1 2,2 2,2 2,3 2,4 2,5 3,2 3,5 3,5 3,5 4,2 4,5 4,5 5 5,2 5,5 5,5 5,8 (cfm) 46 49 53 63 70 74 77 77 81 84 88 113 123 123 123 148 158 158 176 183 194 194 204 1 1 1 4 1 1 2 1 4 2 2 4 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 4 1 2 2 170 125 135 110 135 110 135 170 110 135 100 170 135 170 135 125 170 135 170 135 170 135 170 Fig. d1 (mm)

fig. 2

fig. 3

d2 (mm)

d4 (mm)

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

122 76 88 60 88 60 75 122 60 75 41 122 88 122 75 64 122 75 108 75 122 75 108

200 165 165 165 170 154 170 200 165 165 142 196 170 200 170 170 200 170 200 165 275 170 200

100 140 140 100 200 228 110 160 250 120 150 217 305 230 160 200 305 200 180 230 358 250 200

12 0 12 0 12 0 0 12 0 0 0 0 12 12 0 0 12 0 0 0 12 0 0

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fig. 4
*The data is indicative and based on 7 bar work ing pressure *Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m 3 /min DB 2103 DB 2013 DB 2021 DB 2093 DB 2012 DB 2160 DB 2186 DB 2123 DB 2022 DB 2018 DB 2105 DB 2319 DB 2473 DB 2132 DB 2077 DB 2128 DB 2156 DB 2020 DB 2024 DB 2104 DB 2131 DB 2026 DB 2188 5,8 6,4 6,5 6,7 6,7 7 7 7,2 7,7 8,5 9 9 9 9,5 9,8 11 11,5 12 12 12 12,3 12,5 12,5 (cfm) 204 225 229 236 236 246 246 253 271 299 317 317 317 334 345 387 405 422 422 422 433 440 440 2 1 1 2 1 4 2 2 1 1 2 3 2 2 4 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 2 220 220 275 220 170 170 170 135 275 220 220 220 275 170 220 170 170 220 275 220 275 300 170 Fig. d1 (mm)

fig. 5

d2 (mm)

d4 (mm)

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

157 165 219 157 122 108 108 75 219 165 157 157 210 108 157 108 108 165 219 157 210 243 108

273 273 328 273 200 200 200 170 328 273 273 273 296 200 288 200 200 273 324 273 328 348 200

160 318 250 180 435 230 230 305 305 430 230 230 190 305 250 350 380 600 448 305 250 445 400

0 12 0 0 12 0 0 0 12 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 12 0 0 12 0

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Standard Separators

fig. 1
*The data is indicative and based on 7 bar work ing pressure

fig. 2

fig. 3

*Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m /min

3

Fig. (cfm) 468 493 493 528 563 581 598 634 669 686 686 704 704 757 774 827 827 845 880 898 950 986 986 2 1 2 4 4 2 1 5 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 2 3 2 5

d1 (mm)

d2 (mm)

d4 (mm)

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

DB 2173 DB 2027 DB 2150 DB 2312 DB 2118 DB 2130 DB 2029 DB 2353 DB 2030 DB 2082 DB 2127 DB 2025 DB 2138 DB 2051 DB 2102 DB 2055 DB 2061 DB 2195 DB 2124 DB 2084 DB 2528 DB 2089 DB 2467

13,3 14 14 15 16 16,5 17 18 19 19,5 19,5 20 20 21,5 22 23,5 23,5 24 25 25,5 27 28 28

220 300 220 275 220 300 300 300 300 400 300 275 275 300 300 300 400 275 220 275 500 300 300

157 243 157 210 157 219 243 219 243 314 219 219 210 243 219 243 314 210 157 210 427 219 219

300 355 273 328 288 345 355 343 355 439 355 324 328 348 350 355 439 300 273 325 596 355 353

330 500 348 305 400 305 600 314 660 520 350 750 400 750 400 820 620 460 612 500 565 500 445

0 12 0 0 0 0 12 0 12 0 0 12 0 12 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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fig. 4
*The data is indicative and based on 7 bar work ing pressure

fig. 5

*Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m /min

3

Fig. (cfm) 1021 1197 1214 1338 1373 1390 1408 1514 1514 1549 1654 2218 2746 2746 1 2 2 4 5 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2

d1 (mm)

d2 (mm)

d4 (mm)

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

DB 2147 DB 2556 DB 2090 DB 2525 DB 2382 DB 2167 DB 2479 DB 2126 DB 2466 DB 2129 DB 2554 DB 2331 DB 2478 DB 2378

29 34 34,5 38 39 39,5 40 43 43 44 47 63 78 78

300 350 300 350 393 300 400 400 350 475 400 400 500 400

243 264 219 264 304 219 314 314 264 398 314 314 427 314

355 430 355 430 439 355 434 439 430 740 434 440 536 440

1000 445 600 470 510 700 520 600 550 900 620 820 800 1000

12 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 19 0 0 0 0

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Spin-On Separators
To satisfy the specific technical requirements of some OEMs, Sotras has developed spin-on type air/oil separators which are often designed and personalized according to customers requests. Choosing the internal components is to aim for the best solutions available on the market and no less attention is given to the external coating on the housing for which only the best quality paints are used and on which overprinting can be added to suit customers instructions. Quality is a priority at Sotras, so the important Material Stress Analysis Test is systematically carried out during study phases and on every production batch.

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*Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m/min DF 5010 DF 5033 DF 5062 DF 5022 DF 5005 DF 5019 DF 5044 DF 5013 DF 5006 DF 5038 DF 5058 DF 5056 DF 5009 DF 5025 DF 5034 DF 5043 DF 5004 DF 5045 DF 5026 DF 5041 1 1 1,2 1,5 2 2 2 2,7 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5,5 5,5 5,5 6,4 (cfm) 35 35 42 53 70 70 70 95 105 105 105 140 140 140 140 140 194 194 194 225 76 76 96 96 96 96 96 108 136 136 136 136 108 108 108 108 136 136 136 136 M22X1,5 M22X1,75 M24X1,5 M24X1,5 M24X1,5 M24X1,75 1" 12 UNF M32X1,5 M39X1,5 M39X1,75 1" 1/2-16UNF M39X1,5 M32X1,5 M32X1,75 M33X1,5 1" 3/8 16 UNF M39X1,5 1" 1/2-16UNF M39X1,75 M39X1,5 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 93 99 99 99 99 93 93 93 93 99 99 99 99 123 123 148 173 210 210 210 180 177 177 177 235 260 260 260 260 303 303 303 336 d1 (mm) d2 (mm) d4 (mm) h1 (mm)

*The data is indicative and based on 7 bar work ing pressure The tables show the basics of the technical features. However a consultation of specifi c data sheets containing further detailed technical information, available at Sotras, is highly recommended to OEMs

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Filter Heads & Adapters

For OEMs that use spin-on separators but do not make filter heads and adapters in house, we are able to offer different options. Besides simple separator heads, Sotras is also able to provide models with integrated connectors for oil cartridges. Depending on the OEMs requirements it is possible to order the filter head alone or together with the relevant elements - separator and oil filter. On request, we provide information regarding heads with thermostatic valves, minimum pressure valves and visual oil indicators.

SOTR AS Ref.

d1

d2 (mm)

D3 (mm)

d4 (mm)

d5

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

h3 (mm)

h4 (mm)

h5 (mm)

Corresp. separator

NP 0001 NP 0002 NP 0003 NP 0004

M22X1,5 M24X1,5 M32X1,5 M39X1,5

19,2 19,8 28,1 35,8

14 15 22 30

12 13 19 26,5

M27X1,5 M27X1,5 1" -1/4 G 1" -1/4 G

16 16 20 20

32 32 41 41

18 18 18 18

5 5 5 5

115 195 137 155

32 32 50 50

DF 5010 DF 5005 DF 5009 DF 5004 DF 5006

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Air Filters
Besides being able to provide a wide range of adaptable air cartridges, Sotras can offer OEMs a series of air filters that do not require a housing. These filters are recommended for 1 to 12 m3/min flow rates and can be installed vertically or horizontally. This type of solution offers a low pressure drop, excellent filtration performance, and very simple installation and replacement procedures. (On specific requests we can offer fibreglass or oiled cellulose filtering media Sotras can offer air filters available with plastic end caps in metal free configuration.

*The nominal fl ow rate refers to fl ow resistance of 10 mbar

SOTR AS Ref.

*Nominal fl ow Rate d1 (mm) m/min d4 (mm) h1 (mm) h2 (mm)

SA 6663 SA 6972 SA 6620 SA 6696 SA 6905 SA 6718

3,3 3,3 6,8 7,7 7,7 12,5

110 110 130 164 164 230

51 41 76 76 60 100

93 93 125 135 135 116

25 25 25 25 25 35

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Air Filters
Air filters with metal end caps are available for those OEMs who require products withstanding particular stress conditions. The sealing is guaranteed by using a rubber gasket tightened with a special clamp.

*The nominal fl ow rate refers to fl ow resistance of 10 mbar

SOTR AS Ref.

*Nominal fl ow Rate d1 (mm) m/min d4 (mm) h1 (mm) h2 (mm)

SA 7096 SA 7097 SA 7100 SA 7098 SA 7099

2 3 3 7,5 12,5

98 98 98 152 200

52 52 42 59 81

70 104 104 127 151

28 28 28 24 34

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Plastic Air Cleaners

Suitable for low flow screw compressors and piston compressors Plastic air cleaners guarantee excellent flexibility combined with high corrosion resistance, full recyclability and easy maintenance.

*The nominal fl ow rate refers to fl ow resistance of 15 mbar

SOTR AS Ref.

d1 (mm)

d2 (mm)

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

h3 (mm)

(*) Nominal fl ow rate (m/min)

Element.Ref.

SA 7145

40

112

85

24

57

SA 7146

SA 7143

52

144

113

23

75

SA 7144

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Spin-On Oil Filters

Thanks to its experience in the hydraulic sector, Sotras has developed a range of oil filters, especially suitable for screw and vane compressors and vacuum pumps applications, bearing in mind that these filters will have to endure sudden changes and extreme limits in pressure and temperature. The oil filters that Sotras offers are usually of the spin-on type and can be provided with a by-pass valve, if it is not already to be found on the heads or in the lubrication circuit. Generally the most commonly used filtering media is made of cellulose, however fibreglass and metallic mesh versions are available on request. Every batch undergoes stringent laboratory performance tests in terms of resistance to cyclic and maximum working pressure

SOTR AS REF.

d1 (mm)

d2 (mm)

d3

h1 (mm)

Non-return Valve (bar)

by-pass Valve (bar)

Nominal fl ow rate (l/min)

Max. operating Press. (bar) 25 14 14 14 14 35 25 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 25 25 14 14 14 14 25 14

SH 8256 SH 8118 SH 8196 SH 8227 SH 8113 SH 8152 SH 8153 SH 8221 SH 8206 SH 8262 SH 8222 SH 8226 SH 8112 SH 8119 SH 8154 SH 8155 SH 8143 SH 8225 SH 8146 SH 8238 SH 8224 SH 8130

93 76 93 76 76 76 93 76 93 93 76 93 93 93 93 93 96 76 93 93 93 96

62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 62

M 20X1,5 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF M 20X1,5 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" G 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 1" 12-UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 1" 12-UNF 3/4" G 3/4" 16 -UNF 1" 12-UNF 3/4" 16 -UNF 1" 12-UNF 3/4" G

97 95 58 79 125 140 97 119 114 142 123 95 143 143 144 172 146 123 170 142 144 193

0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 0,12 -

3 2,5 0,8 2,5 3,5 2,5 0,6 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 -

10 15 15 15 20 20 25 25 25 25 30 30 40 40 40 40 40 40 45 50 50 55

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SOTR AS REF.

d1 (mm)

d2 (mm)

d3

h1 (mm)

Non-return Valve (bar)

by-pass Valve (bar)

Nominal fl ow rate (l/min)

Max. operating Press. (bar) 14 14 14 25 30 14 20 14 12 20 14

SH 8147 SH 8149 SH 8107 SH 8110 SH 8150 SH 8144 SH 8114 SH 8108 SH 8145 SH 8109 SH 8705

93 108 93 93 93 127 136 108 127 136 136

62 62 62 62 62 98 99 93 98 100 100

1" 12-UNF 1" 12-UNF 1" 12-UNF 1" 12-UNF M 20X1,5 1" 1/4 G 1" 1/2 16 -UNF 1" 1/8 16 -UNF 1" 1/4 G 1" 1/2 16 -UNF 1" 1/2 16 -UNF

210 210 210 212 212 182 177 260 228 302 308

0,12 0,12 0,12 -

2,5 1,2 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5

70 70 70 70 70 80 95 100 150 180 180

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Standard Demisters
The media used in our separators enables us to obtain excellent air/oil separation rates up to 1-3 mg/m3. All oil separators are manufactured using materials to withstand high pressures and temperatures and to minimise moisture induced deterioration. In order to achieve the best possible separation efficiency and long working life of the element, it is essential that regular maintenance procedures are followed and joints are applied correctly, as well as the use of good quality air and oil filters.

Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m/min DA 1123 DA 1399 DA 1124 DA 1125 DA 1050 DA 1139 DA 1148 DA 1241 DA 1051 DA 1130 DA 1280 DA 1067 DA 1238 DA 1103 DA 1400 DA 1128 DA 1022 DA 1206 DA 1060 DA 1094 DA 1061 DA 1239 DA 1120 DA 1111 DA 1091 DA 1185 DA 1068 0,10 0,15 0,20 0,25 0,30 0,30 0,30 0,30 0,40 0,40 0,40 0,50 0,50 0,55 0,60 0,60 0,70 0,70 0,80 0,80 0,80 0,80 0,90 1,20 1,25 1,30 1,30 (cfm) 3,5 5,3 7,0 8,8 10,6 10,6 10,6 10,6 14,1 14,1 14,1 17,6 17,6 19,4 21,1 21,1 24,6 24,6 28,2 28,2 28,2 28,2 31,7 42,2 44,0 45,8 45,8 2 5 2 2 1 3 5 6 1 2 5 1 6 3 5 3 1 5 2 2 4 6 3 2 4 5 3 35 54 35 35 55 40 54 55 72 52 54 55 72 64 80 56 80 54 72 53 72 80 79 72 72 80 66 G 3/8" 25 G 3/8" G 3/8" 25 20 25 M25X2 32 28 25 25 M32X2 44 48 24 45 25 35 28 35 M45X3 46 35 35 48 41 29 20 29 29 35 6 29 46 8,5 35 6 55 40 84 109 68 96 79 76 74 120 95 124 82 99 102 153 118 175 132 200 132 127 144 200 208 200 228 10 4 10 10 4 4 13 4 8 4 4 13 3 5 5 4 8 8 8 14 8 8 5 Fig. d1 (mm) d2 (mm) d3 (mm) h1 (mm) h2 (mm)

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fig. 2

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fig. 5

fig. 6

Nominal fl ow Rate SOTR AS Ref. m/min DA 1047 DA 1052 DA 1110 DA 1086 DA 1254 DA 1020 DA 1048 DA 1053 DA 1069 DA 1187 DA 1253 DA 1108 DA 1030 DA 1049 DA 1054 DA 1135 1,50 1,50 1,50 1,80 2,00 2,20 2,20 2,20 2,30 2,50 2,50 2,60 2,80 2,90 3,00 3,60 (cfm) 52,8 52,8 52,8 63,4 70,4 77,4 77,4 77,4 81,0 88,0 88,0 91,5 98,6 102,1 105,6 126,7 2 4 2 3 3 3 2 4 3 2 3 5 3 2 4 2 72 72 72 70 100 106 72 72 66 82 100 80 106 72 72 82 35 35 35 40 63 72 35 35 41 50 63 48 72 35 35 50 8,5 40 6,5 72 6 9,5 6,5 35 72 9,5 250 250 250 330 251 218 375 375 397 380 293 400 284 500 500 536 8 8 8 6 (6 X 2 ) 8 8 8 6 5 (6 X 2 ) 8 8 8 Fig. d1 (mm) d2 (mm) d3 (mm) h1 (mm) h2 (mm)

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Vacuum Air Filters

Sotras offers a wide range of filters to suit most requirements in this field and the elements are usually interchangeable with those produced by other leading manufacturers. Steel housings are treated with a special protective coating thereby guaranteeing a longer durability. They also undergo thorough tests to ensure the seals withstanding high vacuum levels. The elements have high dust retention and are available with paper media (having a normal filtration rate of 5 microns) as well as glassfibre media for special applications.

SOTR AS Ref.

d1

MALE FEMALE

d2 (mm)

h1 (mm)

h2 (mm)

h3 (mm)

h4 (mm)

Nominal fl ow rate (m/ min)

Element.Ref.

SA 6654 SA 6058 SA 6647 SA 6952 SA 6059 SA 6819 SA 6061 SA 6635 SA 6820 SA 6821 SA 6648 SA 6822 SA 6649 SA 6823 SA 6060 SA 6824 SA 6650 SA 6652 SA 6825 SA 6749 SA 6750

G 3/8'' G 3/4'' G 1/2'' G 1'' G 1''1/4 1''1/4 NPT G 1''1/4 G 1''1/4 1''1/4 NPT 1''1/2 NPT G 1''1/2 1''1/2 NPT G 2'' 2'' NPT G 2''1/2 2''1/2 NPT G 3'' G 4'' 4'' NPT G 3'' G 4''

F F F F F F F M F F F F F F F F F F F F F

80 110 110 133 133 133 170 170 170 170 170 170 200 200 200 200 270 270 270 280 360

66 76 76 85 85 85 141 141 141 141 170 170 240 240 240 240 180 180 180 395 590

12 14 14 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 18 50 50 50 50 50

39 53 53 53 53 53 93 93 93 93 124 124 124 124 124 124 145 145 145 330 400

45 54 54 78 78 78 96 96 96 96 100 100 114 114 114 114 165 165 165 190 230

0,4 0,7 0,7 1,4 1,6 1,6 1,8 1,8 1,8 1,8 3,2 3,2 5,2 5,2 6,0 6,0 9,2 12,0 12,0 18,0 21,0

SA 6715 SA 6091 SA 6091 SA 6120 SA 6120 SA 6096 SA 6122 SA 6122 SA 6122 SA 6122 SA 6651 SA 6651 SA 6096 SA 6096 SA 6096 SA 6096 SA 6095 SA 6095 SA 6095 SA 6005 SA 6025

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Filters & Products For Vacuum And Compressed Air

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Compressed Air Filters

Due to the continuous demand of users of compressed air for clean, high quality air, Sotras offers a range of coalescing filters specifically designed to suit most requirements. Our established experience enables us to offer simple, efficient and high quality products at competitive prices. There are four series of elements available for various types of applications, depending on the level of filtration required..

Sotras also offers a wide range of alternative elements suitable for other makes of housings

SOTR AS Ref.

Capacity (m/h at 7 bar)

Connections

D1 (mm)

H1 (mm)

H2 (mm)

H3 (mm)

Max operating pressure (bar)

SM 9001 SM 9002 SM 9003 SM 9004 SM 9005 SM 9006 SM 9007 SM 9008 SM 9009 SM 9010

60 78 120 198 335 510 780 1000 1500 2760

3/8" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1" 1 1/2" 1 1/2" 2" 2" 3"

87 87 87 130 130 130 130 164 164 250

21 21 21 43 43 43 43 48 48 74

209 209 279 315 415 515 715 823 1073 1202

75 75 160 135 235 335 525 520 770 780

16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 12

FILTER HOUSING SOTR AS Ref. SM 9001 SM 9002 SM 9003 SM 9004 SM 9005 SM 9006 SM 9007 SM 9008 SM 9009 SM 9010 PR EFILTER (series 1) SM 9017 SM 9021 SM 9025 SM 9029 SM 9033 SM 9037 SM 9041 SM 9045 SM 9049 SM 9053

ELEMENT FINE FILTER (series 2 ) SM 9018 SM 9022 SM 9026 SM 9030 SM 9034 SM 9038 SM 9042 SM 9046 SM 9050 SM 9054 MICROFILTER (series 3) SM 9019 SM 9023 SM 9027 SM 9031 SM 9035 SM 9039 SM 9043 SM 9047 SM 9051 SM 9055 ACT.CAR B . (series 4 ) SM 9020 SM 9024 SM 9028 SM 9032 SM 9036 SM 9040 SM 9044 SM 9048 SM 9052 SM 9056

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PRE FILTERS Series 1 Coarse filtration and dust removel. Air flow through filter element - out to in

FINE FILTERS Series 2 General purpouse protection Particle removal down to 0,1 micron. Maximum residual oil content down to 0,5 PPM. Air flow through filter element - in to out.

MICRO FILTERS Series 3 High efficiency Particle removal down to 0,01 micron. Maximum residual oil content down to 0,01 PPM. Air flow through filter element - in to out.

ACTIVATED CARBON FILTERS Series 4 Oil vapour and odour removal Particle removal below 0,01 micron. Maximum residual oil content down to 0,005 PPM. Air flow through filter element - in to out.

SER IES

PARTICLE R EMOVAL DOWN TO (micron)

OIL REMOVAL DOWN TO (mg/m 3 )

NOMINAL INITIAL PRESSUR E DROP (bar g)

1 2 3 4

3 0,1 0,01 0,01

0,5 0,01 0,005

0,03 0,05 0,06 0,12

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Accessories & K its

Sotras has developed and offers a series of service kits on customers request.

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Practical Advice
Our products regularly undergo stringent quality control checks and only very seldom has the malfunctioning of the compressor been ascribed to the element. Here below are listed some of the most common causes which lead on to an improper functioning of the machine.

Premature increase in pressure differential

This usually occurs when compressors work under the following conditions: a) Air intake filter and oil no longer efficient b) Unsuitable or heavily contaminated oil c) Water contamination-recognised by rust deposits in separator tank. To help in avoiding these problems, there should be frequent replacements of the Air and Oil filters and the oil should be changed completely at regular intervals. Check for deposits of varnish which can quickly block a separator. Compressor should not be run at excessively high temperatures.

Excessive use of oil

This normally occurs under the following circumstances: a) Separator not changed at the appropriate time. If the separator has reached the end of its lifespan or has worked in arduous conditions and is not replaced, it can suffer structural damage (collapse) or media breakdown causing oil carry-over. b) Blocked or malfunctioning scavenge tube. This situation increases the level of oil inside the separator and the amount of oil carry-over. To avoid this problem, the scavenge tube must be checked for correct length at every separator change and kept free from blockage. c) Incorrect oil level in tank. Overfilling with oil alters the pre-separation process and increases the quantity of oil in the air/oil mist thereby reducing the efficiency of the separator. Foaming created by the oil can also create this situation. d) Gaskets applied incorrectly or use of unsuitable or used gaskets. When installing a new separator the incorrect application of joints (bad seal) can cause heavy movements of oil thereby by-passing the separating system. e) Inefficient separation system. In some instances, the design of the compressor separation system is inefficient. In these cases the manufacturers improve the separation efficiency by adding baffles or through modification of separations by adding pre-separation media to the outside of the element.

Collapsed separator causes

This normally occurs under the following circumstances: a) Separator excessively contaminated b) Sudden surges caused by: - malfunctioning valves - sudden release of air to atmosphere (mobile compressors) c) Rotary compressors working in parallel with reciprocating compressors without a suitable air receiver.

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Flash fires
These are very rare and are caused by several factors occurring simultaneously and not directly related to the Air/ Oil separator. It is good practice to ensure that the gaskets have a reliable form of grounding by the use of suitable materials (at least one or two metal staples or metal foil) so that there is contact between the element and the separator tank. There are many causes of high discharge air temperature in a compressor. Any one can lead to a fire. Some of those causes include: - loss of lubricant, - clogging of lubricant orifices to the screws, - failure of the oil stop valve, clogging of coolant lines, - fouling of radiator cooling fans (air cooled compressors), - clogging of oil filter, - dirty oil, - low lubricant levels, - lubricant oxidized or varnished, - malfunctioning oil temperature control valve, - failure of cooling fan, and lack of proper ventilation to compressor.

The discharge air temperature switch is designed to shut down the machine if a cooling problem exists in the compressor. These switches are normally set to trip when the air temperature reaches 110 to 115C (230 to 240F).

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If the switch is inoperative or defective, the compressor will continue to run and a fire may ensue. The autoignition temperature is the minimum temperature required to cause self-sustained combustion in the liquid in the absence of a spark or flame. The important point here is that the liquid will burn at or above its autoignition temperature and no additional energy is necessary to initiate this action. Mineral-based lubricating oils display autoignition temperatures of about 240 to 280C (464 to 536F) at atmospheric pressure. A reduction in their autoignition temperatures is observed at elevated pressures. The fire may be vented to the surroundings through piping between the stator and sump, or orifices in the sump, such as safety valves and air couplings. Other mechanisms are believed to have caused fires-in compressor. They are considered to be low probability events, but they have occurred in industry. Three situations that can cause a fire or explosion in the separator area are listed. 1. Small holes or partial clogging in the coalescing filter can result in the passage of high velocity air. This causes the filter to heat, providing an ignition source for the air/oil mist that passes through. Clogging of the filter has been the reported cause of at least one compressor fire. 2. In older compressors where the coalescing filter was ungrounded, static discharge between the sump and the filter was mentioned as a possible ignition source for fires. Newer models incorporate a coalescing filter with staples in the gasket. These effectively ground the filter to the separator tank. Addition of these staples has reportedly eliminated this type of flash fire mechanism. 3. The coalescing filter can become saturated with oil if the compressor runs unloaded over a period of time. Since the amount of cooling air passing through the filter is reduced, self-heating of the oil in the filter can occur and lead to a fire.

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Quality and Guarantee

We would like to emphasise that Sotras filters undergo stringent quality control and are frequently tested in order to ensure satisfactory operation in the application of which they are designed. Evidence of the high quality of our products lies in the fact that Sotras manufactures original equipment for some of the most important compressor manufacturers, to some of which Sotras guarantees product exclusivity. We guarantee that filters produced by Sotras are free from defects either in materials or construction, always provided that the machinery is maintained in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and filters are correctly installed and changed. Sotras will replace any item found to be defective as described above but will not be held responsible for any other replacement or contingencies or consequential loss. Sotras organization has been certified for its quality management systems since 1999. Its first certification was in compliance with UNI EN ISO 9002-94. In 2003, Sotras has obtained a new certification to UNI EN ISO 9001-2000 and in 2009 to UNI EN ISO 9001-2008. In 2003 Sotras products have been certified in compliance with GOST-R regulations for the Russian market.

The data in this brochure are not binding. With a view to continuous product improvement, reserves the right to make changes without prior notice.

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