Gearbox breathers are the first line of defense against airborne contaminants. The devices let the gearbox take in air as it cools while filtering water vapor and solid contaminants before they enter the fluid system. When gearboxes warm up, breathers should let expanding air escape while keeping oil mist and splash inside. When a breather…
Filter captures smaller particles at higher flow rates
Matthias Jung /Product Manager for Filter Elements / Argo Hytos GmbH /www.argo-hytos.com Recent detailed analysis of fluid flow through a range of filter materials has led to a better understanding of conditions inside a working hydraulic-fluid filter. The work has let our company identify the key factors responsible for pressure loss in the folded material. The…
Equipment World: Five of the latest wind products
How dirty is the oil? Particle counter tells OPCom II is an optical particle monitor. It consists of a measurement cell through which oil flows, a laser, and a photo diode. The laser shines through the measurement cell and strikes the photo diode. If a particle passes through the laser beam, it reduces the detection…