1. Secondary Filter Element – Second polyester filter element protects against migration of desiccant dust, providing maximum efficiency.

2. Foam Pad – Foam filter captures any oil mist and disperses incoming air evenly over filtration and drying areas.

3. Integrated Nylon Standpipe – The integrated standpipe provides excellent vibration resistance and dissipates impact throughout the unit, eliminating weak points. It also allows even airflow distribution throughout the unit, eliminating inaccurate readings of desiccant saturation.

4. Water Vapour Absorbent – Silica gel adsorbs water from incoming air and can hold up to 40% of its weight. Condition is indicated by change of colour from blue to light pink.

5. Resilient Polycarbonate Body – Shock-absorbing, clear casing provides reliable service and easy maintenance.

6. Filter Element – Polyester filter element removes airborne contamination to 3-micron absolute. Unique loops allow particles to release during system exhalation, helping to increase breather life.

7. Air Vents – Individual air intakes are opened based on flow requirements of the system. Plugs protect unit during shipping and storage.

8. Thread Mounting – Easily replaces standard filler/breather cap with multi-fit connection or one of several adapters.

Standard Series Desiccant Breathers

As wet contaminated air is drawn through the desiccant breather unit, multiple 3-micron polyester filter elements remove solid particulate and the colour-indicating silica gel extracts moisture. When air is expelled from the container, the top foam pad prevents oil mist from contacting silica gel or entering the atmosphere.

The desiccant breather replaces the standard dust cap or OEM breather cap on equipment. As air is drawn into equipment through the breather, the layered filter elements remove particulate while the desiccant beads strip harmful moisture. While in service or during shut-down, the desiccant beads attract moisture from inside the equipment reservoir, actively drying the equipment.

Seeing pink? A pink desiccant breather means it has done its job keeping moisture out of your lubricants. Time to replace the breather with a new one.

Lubrication UK -
ModelMax. Airflow at 1 psidRecommended Max. Volume
Gearbox / Storage TankHydraulic Reservoir
DC-BB4.55 cfm / 129 lpm15 gal / 57 L2 gal / 8 L
DC-14.16 cfm / 118 lpm35 gal / 132 L5 gal / 19 L
DC-216 cfm / 453 lpm200 gal / 757 L60 gal / 227 L
DC-316 cfm / 453 lpm350 gal / 1325 L100 gal / 379 L
DC-416 cfm / 453 lpm500 gal / 1893 L200 gal / 757 L
DescriptionPart Number
1″ FNPT x 1″ Slip Fit AdapterDC-10-S
1″ Threaded AdapterDC-10
1″ Male Threaded x 1″ Female Threaded AdapterDC-10-T
Bell Reducer 1″ to 3/4″-Slip FitDC-17
1″-3/4″ Female to Male Threaded AdapterDC-17-T
1″-1/4″ Brass, Threaded Reducer/AdapterDC-18
Threaded Flange AdapterDC-12-T
Threaded Flange Adapter with GasketDC-12-TG
Bayonet AdapterDC-15-T
3/4″ NPT Vent Valve Adapter for Standard and VentGuard BreathersDC-SDVA-12M
1″ NPT Vent Valve Adapter for Standard and VentGuard BreathersDC-SDVA-16M
  • Removes moisture in the headspace of equipment
  • Eliminates rust-forming condensation
  • Prevents sludge deposits and water-contaminated oil
  • Prevents contamination ingress
  • Provides longer lubricant life
  • Reduces wear and tear on equipment, prolongs life
Product SpecsDC-BB
DC-BB
DC-1
DC-1
DC-2
DC-2
DC-3
DC-3
DC-4
DC-4
Unit Height (in / mm)3.90 / 99.065.31 / 134.96.125 / 155.68.125 / 206.410.125 / 257.2
Unit Diameter (in / mm)2.52 / 64.12.52 / 64.14 / 101.64 / 101.64 / 101.6
Connection Size3/8″ Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPP, BSPT)3/8″ Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPP, BSPT)1″ Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPT, NPSM)1″ Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPT, NPSM)1″ Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPT, NPSM)
Amount of Silica Gel (lbs / kg)0.13 / .0580.28 / .1270.66 / 0.301.22 / 0.561.88 / 0.84
Adsorption Capacity (fl oz / ml)0.79 / 23.31.68 / 49.74.00 / 118.27.45 / 220.311.3 / 333
Max. Flow Rate (cfm)4.55 @ 1 psid4.16 @ 1 psid16 @ 1 psid16 @ 1 psid16 @ 1 psid
Max. Flow Rate (lpm)128.84117.8453453453
Filter Efficiency3µ absolute (ß3≥200)3µ absolute (ß3≥200)3µ absolute (ß3≥200)3µ absolute (ß3≥200)3µ absolute (ß3≥200)
Operating Temp. Range (°F)-20° to 200°-20° to 200°-20° to 200°-20° to 200°-20° to 200°
Operating Temp. Range (°C)-29° to 93°-29° to 93°-29° to 93°-29° to 93°-29° to 93°

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    OTHER BREATHER MODELS

    Extreme Duty Desiccant Breathers

    Setting 12 or 24 months for applications requiring little daily lubricant quantities. Remote installation up to 2 meters – Battery operated.

    Extended Series Desiccant Breathers

    Setting 12 or 24 months for applications requiring little daily lubricant quantities. Remote installation up to 2 meters – Battery operated.