The air that leaves a compressor reaches 100% humidity. It also contains oil (unless you are using an oil-free compressor) and solid particles. Together, they form an abrasive, often acidic, oily sludge.
Without air treatment, this murky mix will enter your compressed air system, corroding pipe work, damaging pneumatic tools and potentially compromising final products.
The WD 80 drain valve provides completely automatic drainage of the water that collects at the lowest point of a compressed air system (e.g. at the bottom of a receiver or cyclone separator). Its patented design ensures minimal maintenance.
Drains
The remaining humidity in compressed air turns into water as the air cools while it moves through the system. Because water causes corrosion and damage, drains must be installed throughout your network. Atlas Copco has a range of drains, automatic or electronic, that will keep your aftercooler, dryer, air receiver, and other equipment working optimally.
Please refer to Atlas Copco WD 80 Automatic Drain Brochure in technical data sheets for Technical Performance of Product