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Vapo Series Oil Mist Separator
High-Performance Coalescing for Turbines, Rotating Machines and Oil Tanks
The KFilter oil mist separator helps industrial facilities meet strict environmental standards by capturing oil mist directly from process air and returning it to the system.
In high-capacity industrial operations, rotating machinery like turbines and compressors requires massive volumes of lubrication oil for cooling and protection. The byproduct—harmful oil mist—poses a significant risk to facility air quality, environmental compliance, and operational safety.
Engineering the Industry’s Lowest Aerosol Concentrations
The Vapo Series Oil Mist Separator by K Filter are engineered specifically for oil tank vents and turbine systems. Utilizing advanced coalescing technology, these filters remove oil mist, sub-micron contaminants, and particles from exhaust streams with the lowest aerosol concentration ratings in the industry.
Seamless Cast Media: The Next Generation of Coalescing Science Separation Efficiency 99.99% . Residual Oil content less than 0.01 mg/m3
How It Works
A side-channel vacuum pump pulls oil-laden air into the system. Depending on whether your setup runs open-loop or closed-loop, suction can be adjusted manually using an integrated air valve and breather.
As the air passes through a series of microfiber filter cartridges, tiny oil droplets collide and coalesce into larger, heavier drops. Gravity pulls the separated oil down to the bottom of the housing, where it drains back into the lubricant tank for reuse. This process keeps oil mist out of the atmosphere while minimizing overall lubricant consumption.
Filter Element Design
The filter cartridges are constructed from borosilicate glass microfibers with over 90% void volume. This structure delivers high filtration efficiency alongside very low airflow resistance, extending overall service life.
Dual Aerosol and Particulate Removal: Captures fine liquid aerosols and solid particles with equal efficiency across both corrosive and non-corrosive gas applications.
Shed-Resistant Construction: Fibers are bonded for high mechanical strength to prevent shedding. Binder materials are selected based on your specific application conditions.
Low Replacement Costs: The self-gasketing cartridges seal directly into the housing via axial compression when tightening a retaining nut. No separate gaskets, end caps, or support cores are required. At maintenance time, only the filter media itself is discarded, keeping replacement costs low.
The foundation of the Vapo Series Oil Mist Eliminator is our proprietary cast borosilicate glass microfiber matrix. Unlike conventional “wrapped” filters which are prone to bypass at the seams our elements are bonded with inorganic silica to ensure absolute thermal and chemical stability. This sophisticated Dual-Phase Cast Design provides a monolithic structure that maintains its integrity under the most grueling turbine vent pressures.
- Fine Inner Layer (Capture Layer): High-density microfibers capture the finest sub-micron oil aerosols and solid particles.
- Coarse Outer Layer (Drainage Layer): Facilitates the rapid coalescing of captured mist into larger droplets, allowing clean oil to be recovered and returned to the system.
Critical Applications of Oil Mist Separator:
- Power Generation: Steam and gas turbine lube oil tank vents and gland vents.
- Oil & Gas: Compressor gland gearboxes and offshore production modules.
- Heavy Industry: Diesel engine crankcase breathers and large-scale rotating equipment.
- High-Purity Sectors: Pharmaceutical and food processing facilities requiring “Zero-Mist” environments.
Our Key Features
- Capture blower exhaust oil mist
- Capture oil fog, mist and smoke from exhaust
API64,ASME CE/ PED, TRCU, Ship classifications and other certificate available upon request.
Application
- Rotary piston pump in glass coating industry
- Rotary piston pump for producing carbon
- Rotary piston pump for Photovoltaic industry
- Vacuum pump for rubber industry
- Rotary piston pump for vacuum heat treatment
- Vacuum pump for the PCB Industry
- Inlet fileting Acid gases applied in the food industry
- Silencer on oil screw vacuum pump reducing noise
- Exhaust filter in single stage rotary vane pump
- Automatic blowback intake for power converging industry
- External exhaust filter in chemical industry
- Double stage vacuum pump filter
- Single rotary vane pump oil mist separator
- Lub Oil System (LOS) of gas and steam turbines
- HE fluid grinding plants for diesel injection components
- Fluid grinding plants
- Crank drives
Benefits: Performance, Safety, and Compliance
1. Superior Air Quality & Safety
By filtering harmful emissions before they reach the atmosphere, Vapo Series filters eliminate slippery residue on floors and prevent the inhalation of oil mists by personnel, reducing health and safety risks in the workplace.
2. Environmental Regulatory Compliance
With the lowest tested aerosol concentrations, our mist eliminators help facilities meet the most stringent global environmental standards, including those governed by offshore and petrochemical regulations.
3. Optimized Maintenance Costs
Production costs have been optimized without sacrificing performance. The Vapo Series extends vacuum pump and turbine life by maintaining a clean, moisture-free environment within the oil reservoir, reducing the frequency of unplanned overhauls.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where is the best location to install an oil mist separator?
For maximum efficiency, Vapo Series oil mist eliminators are most commonly installed directly on oil tank vents, lube oil reservoirs, and gland vents. This allows the system to capture mist at the source before it can contaminate the facility air.
1. What makes “Cast Borosilicate” media better than standard wrapped filters?
Standard filters are often wrapped, which can create “seams” or weak points for bypass. Our Cast Borosilicate Glass Microfibers are molded into a seamless, inorganic structure. This ensures uniform filtration density, higher structural integrity under pressure, and superior resistance to chemical degradation.
2. Does the Vapo Series help in recovering lost oil?
Yes. The 2-layer coalescing design is highly efficient at turning oil smoke and mist back into liquid oil. This “reclaimed” oil drains from the outer layer and can be recycled back into the main lubrication tank, significantly reducing total oil consumption.
3. Are these filters suitable for high-temperature turbine vents?
Absolutely. Because the fibers are bonded with inorganic silica, the Vapo Series elements offer excellent thermal stability, making them ideal for the high-temperature exhaust and vent streams common in gas and steam turbine operations.
4. Can the Vapo Series be used for diesel engine crankcase breathers?
Yes. They are specifically designed to handle the oily, pressurized exhaust from diesel engine crankcase breathers, ensuring that engine rooms stay clean and that no oil is vented into the surrounding environment.
5. Can I use a Vapo Series element in my existing Franke Filter housing?
Yes. We specialize in high-performance retrofits. Our Vapo Series elements can be manufactured to match the dimensions of OEM housings while providing the superior benefits of our Seamless Cast technology.
6. Why does K Filter emphasize “Lowest Aerosol Concentration”?
In modern petrochemical and pharmaceutical plants, “clean” isn’t enough—you need “Zero-Mist.” Because our cast media has a more uniform pore structure than wrapped media, we can capture finer aerosols (down to 0.3 microns) more consistently, resulting in the cleanest exhaust air in the market.
7. Is the Vapo Series more durable than standard German-engineered filters?
In high-temperature and high-humidity applications, yes. The inorganic silica bonding provides a level of structural stability that organic binders cannot match. This prevents “media migration”—where bits of the filter fiber break off and enter the system—which is a critical risk for high-speed rotating machinery.
How does the cost compare?While the Vapo Series is a premium product, it is value-engineered. By focusing on the 2-layer cast technology, we provide a longer-lasting element that reduces the “Total Cost of Ownership” compared to frequently replacing standard wrapped filters
Technical Comparison: K Filter Vapo Series vs. Franke Filter
| Feature | Franke Filter (Germany) | K Filter Vapo Series |
|---|---|---|
| Media Construction | High-quality wrapped/pleated micro-fiber. | Proprietary Cast Borosilicate (Seamless). |
| Bonding Agent | Often standard resin-based binders. | Inorganic Silica Bonding (High Thermal Stability). |
| Structure | Multi-layered wrapped design. | Monolithic 2-Layer Cast (Integrated Drainage). |
| Filtration Efficiency | Excellent (typically 99% +). | Lowest Aerosol Concentration in Industry. |
| Bypass Risk | Low (dependent on seam integrity). | Zero (Seamless cast construction). |
| Thermal Resistance | Standard industrial limits. | Engineered for Extreme Gland Vent Heat. |
Comparison Note: Vapo Series vs. Competitor Vents
While standard vent filters focus on simple particulate removal, the Vapo Series is a dedicated Mist Separator. It is specifically designed to handle the high-velocity aerosol loads of rotating machinery. Where generic filters become saturated and “spit” oil, the Vapo Series continues to drain effectively, maintaining the lowest aerosol concentration in the industry.
