Datasheet
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Mist Separator Series AFM20-A to AFM40-A
Micro Mist Separator Series AFD20-A to AFD40-A
AC
AF
AR
ALAW
ALAF
ARAF
AFM
ARAW
AFM
AF Attachment
AFM / AFD
ARALAW
Lock button
Air Supply
1. Install an air fi lter (Series AF) as a pre-fi lter on the inlet side of
the mist separator to prevent premature clogging.
2. Install a mist separator (Series AFM) as a pre-fi lter on the inlet
side of the micro mist separator to prevent premature clogging.
3. Do not install on the inlet side of the dryer as this can cause
premature clogging of the element.
Caution
Maintenance
1. Replace the element every 2 years or when the pressure drop
becomes 0.1 MPa, whichever comes fi rst, to prevent damage
to the element.
Warning
Design
1. Design the system so that the mist separator is installed in a
pulsation-free location. The difference between internal and
external pressure inside the element should be kept within 0.1
MPa, as exceeding this value could cause damage.
Caution
Caution
Selection
1. Do not allow air fl ow that exceeds the rated fl ow. If the air fl ow
is allowed outside the range of the rated flow even momen-
tarily, drainage and lubricant may splash at the outlet side or
cause damage to the component.
2. Do not use in a low pressure application (such as a blower). An
F.R.L. unit has its own minimum operating pressure depending
on the equipment and is designed specifi cally to function with
compressed air. If used below the minimum operating pres-
sure, a loss of performance and malfunction can occur. Please
contact SMC if an application under such conditions cannot be
avoided.
Caution
Specifi c Product Precautions
Mounting/Adjustment
1. When the bowl is installed on the
mist separator (AFM30-A/AFM40-
A), or micro mist separa tor (AFD30-
A/AFD40-A), install them so that the
lock button lines up to the groove of
the front (or the back) of the body to
avoid drop or damage of the bowl.
Warning
Design/Selection
1. The standard bowl for the air fi lter, fi lter regulator,
and lubricator, as well as the sight dome for the
lubricator are made of polycarbonate. Do not use in
an environment where they are exposed to or come
in contact with organic solvents, chemicals, cutting
oil, synthetic oil, alkali, and thread lock solutions.
Effects of atmosphere of organic solvents and chemicals, and
where these elements are likely to adhere to the equipment.
Chemical data for substances causing degradation (Reference)
Be sure to read this before handling. Refer to the back cover for Safety Instructions, “Handling Precautions for
SMC Products” and the Operation Manual for F.R.L. Precautions, http://www.smcworld.com
When the above factors are present, or there is some doubt, use a metal bowl
for safety.
Type Chemical name Application examples
Material
Polycar-
bonate
Nylon
Acid
Hydrochloric acid
Sulfuric acid, Phosphoric acid
Chromic acid
Acid washing liquid
for metals
҂
Alkaline
Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda)
Potash
Calcium hydroxide (Slack lime)
Ammonia water
Carbonate of soda
Degreasing of metals
Industrial salts
Water-soluble
cutting oil
҂
Inorganic
salts
Sodium sulfi de
Sulfate of potash
Sulfate of soda
—
҂
Chlorine
solvents
Carbon tetrachloride
Chloroform
Ethylene chloride
Methylene chloride
Cleansing liquid for metals
Printing ink
Dilution
҂
Aromatic
series
Benzene
Toluene
Paint thinner
Coatings
Dry cleaning
҂
Ketone
Acetone
Methyl ethyl ketone
Cyclohexane
Photographic fi lm
Dry cleaning
Textile industries
҂҂
Alcohol
Ethyl alcohol
IPA
Methyl alcohol
Antifreeze
Adhesives
҂
Oil
Gasoline
Kerosene
—
҂
Ester
Phthalic acid dimethyl
Phthalic acid diethyl
Acetic acid
Synthetic oil
Anti-rust additives
҂
Ether
Methyl ether
Ethyl ether
Brake oil additives
҂
Amino Methyl amino
Cutting oil
Brake oil additives
Rubber accelerator
҂҂
Others
Thread-lock fl uid
Seawater
Leak tester
—
҂
: Essentially safe : Some effects may occur. ҂: Effects will occur.