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Crankcase/Gearbox Breathers

Superior Emissions Elimination
Minimal Back Pressure

Applications and Equipment

  • Reciprocating Engines– Crankcase Breathers
  • Centrifugal Compressors – Gearbox Vent
  • Gas/Steam Turbines– Lube Oil Reservoir Vents
  • Hydraulic Gearbox– Prevent Oil Contamination

Purpose and Functions

  • Eliminates the visible emissions or blue-white smoke; created by rotating gears and drive shafts which agitate oil reservoirs and produce oil mist from the breather ports
  • Reduces oil mist emissions to remove potential health hazards, minimize unpleasant odors and improve the quality of the environment
  • Minimizes oil accumulation on flat surfaces, such as floors and junction boxes, which may cause fire hazards and safety risks
  • Recovers expensive oil which can be lost during the venting process allowing efficient operation and lower service costs

Features and Specifications

  • Minimum 99.97% D.O.P. on 0.3 micron particles for OSHA compliance, high performance
  • Ultra low back pressure (less than 3” water column), wrapped coalescing media is used to ensure proper function of tank seals
  • Multi-Directional breathing capabilities to prevent oil contamination
  • Element has a 8000/hr mean life span allowing for reduced service intervals
  • Durable, seamless drawn carbon steel housings with no welds to rust or vibrate apart
  • Internal demister and drain back mechanism to return oil to the reservoir of the rotating equipment
  • Wide range of air flows and operating temperatures: minimum –20°F (-29°C) maximum 220°F (104°C)
printable version

Options (Inquiries Encouraged)

  • Fan, Blower or Venturi assist
  • External drain line
  • Extended outlet pipes
  • Wire mesh element
  • Pleated coalescing element
  • Integrated baffle systems
  • Multiple connection sizes
  • Custom & proprietary designs
with Wrapped
Coalescing Element
Rated Flow
 SCFM
Outlet
DIMENSIONS - inches   
Approx. Wt. lbs
Size
Type
A
B
C
CVB-WP18-100
3
1"
MPT
6  5/8
1  5/8
6
3
CVB-WP18-125
3
1 1/4"
MPT
6  5/8
1  5/8
6
3
CVB-WP18-150
3
1 1/2"
MPT
6  5/8
1  5/8
6
3
CVB-WP30-200
5
2"
MPT
7 1/4
2 1/4
7 3/4
4.7
CVB-WP230-250
8
2 1/2"
MPT
12 1/2
2 1/2
10
5.5
CVB-WP244-300
13
3"
MPT
13
3
10
15
CVB-WP274-400
18
4"
MPT
14
4
10
15
CVB-WP274-400F
18
4"
FLG
14
4
10
20
CVB-WP374-500F
26
5"
FLG
20
4
`6
38
CVB-WP374_600F
26
6"
FLG
21
5
16
40

Typical Installation: