Providing Quality Oil Care to Industry
Take a proactive approach to water ingression with the market’s first connected and most accurate breather. Unlike any other breather on the market, our connected breathers eliminate the subjectivity of color-changing desiccant media. Our patent pending IsoLogic® Sensor Technology provides a precise measurement of the your breather’s life to eliminate replacing a breather too late or too soon.
- Shorten time-consuming, scheduled lube routes by collecting data on multiple breathers at the same time.
- Decrease the risk of workplace injuries by monitoring breathers installed on remote or hard-to-access equipment.
- View all breather statuses and trend data on the web platform from anywhere, anytime. All you need is the internet.
INDUSTRIES
- Oil & Gas
- Storage
- Wind Energy
- Pulp & Paper
- General Manufacturing
- Aviation
APPLICATIONS
- Gearboxes
- Pumps
- Hydraulics Power Units
- Conveying Systems
- Low-Flow Applications
OPERATING ENVIRONMENTS
- Intermittent Operations
- High Humidity
- Washdowns
EXPLORE
1 Sensors
Measures critical values to calculate the remaining breather life, temperature and saturation direction
2 Detachable Module
Calculates the remaining breather life, temperature and saturation direction and stores breather data
3 Threaded Mounting
Internal threads provide durability and stability and can be used with one of several adapters
4 Recessed Check-Valves
High-quality umbrella check-valves that won’t clog or stick are recessed underneath the unit for added protection from washdown environments. Check-valves isolate equipment from ambient conditions, prolonging breather life
5 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
6 Resilient Polycarbonate Body
Shock-absorbing, clear casing provides reliable service and easy maintenance
7 Water Adsorbent
Silica gel adsorbs water from incoming air and can hold up to 40% of its weight
8 Secondary Filter Element
Second polyester filter element protects against migration of desiccant dust, providing maximum efficiency
9 Foam Pad
Foam filter captures any oil mist and disperses incoming air evenly over filtration and drying areas
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Product Specs | DC-IL-EX-4 | DC-IL-VG-1 | DC-IL-VG-4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Height (in / mm) | 10.0 / 254 | 5.3 / 135 | 10.1 / 257 |
| Unit Diameter (in / mm) | 5.67 / 144 | 2.5 / 64 | 4 / 102 |
| Connection Size | 1" Female (FNPT) | 3/8" Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPP, BSPT) | 1" Multi-Fit (NPT, BSPT, NPSM) |
| Amount of Silica Gel (lbs / kg) | 4.2 / 1.91 | 0.28 / 0.127 | 1.88 / 0.85 |
| Adsorption Capacity (fl oz / ml) | 27.0 / 798 | 1.68 / 50 | 11.3 / 353 |
| Max. Flow Rate (cfm)/lpm | 24 @ 1pdis / 680 | 1.45 @ 1pdis / 41 | 2.98 @ 1pdis / 84 |
| Filter Efficiency | 3µ absolute (ß3≥200) | 3µ absolute (ß3≥200) | 3µ absolute (ß3≥200) |
| Operating Temp. Range (°F) | -4° to 129° | -4° to 129° | -4° to 129° |
| Operating Temp. Range (°C) | -20° to 54° | -20° to 54° | -20° to 54° |
| Model | Suction / Return Rate (gpm / lpm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Gearbox / Storage Tank Max Volume (gal / L) | Hydraulic Reservoir Max Volume (gal / L) | ||
| DC-VG-BB | 11 / 41 | 15 / 57 | 2 / 8 |
| DC-VG-1 | 11 / 41 | 35 / 132 | 5 / 19 |
| DC-VG-2 | 90 / 340 | 200 / 757 | 60 / 227 |
| DC-VG-3 | 82 / 311 | 350 / 1325 | 100 / 379 L |
| DC-VG-4 | 75 / 283 | 500 / 1893 | 200 / 757 |
Please Note: This is intended as a general guideline for sizing only; other considerations, such as: humidity level, frequency of air flow, ambient temperatures, and chemical compatibility are very important in sizing a breather properly. Larger applications and special circumstances typically require the most thorough analysis. Please contact Des-Case for assistance in sizing a breather.
| Model Number | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DC-IL-VG-1 | DC-37 | PVC 3/8Ř Female NPT to 1/2" Male Threaded NPT Adapter |
| DC-35 | PVC 3/8Ř Female NPT to 3/4" Male Threaded NPT Adapter | |
| DC-36 | PVC 3/8Ř Female NPT to 1" Male Threaded NPT Adapter | |
| DC-IL-VG-4 | DC-17-T | PVC 1" Female NPT to 3/4" Male Threaded NPT Adapter |
| DC-13-T | PVC 1" Female NPT to 1" Male Threaded NPT Adapter | |
| DC-12-T | Polypropylene 1" Female NPT to 6 Bolt Circular Mounting (Ø 3.5") | |
| DC-12-T-SD | Steel 1" Female NPT to 6 Bolt Circular Mounting (Ø 3.5") | |
| DC-15-T | Aluminum 1" Female NPT x 1-1/2" Bayonet Style | |
| DC-IL-EX-4 | DC-EXA-17 | Steel 1" Male NPT to 3/4" Male Threaded NPT Adapter |
| DC-EXA-10 | Steel 1" Male NPT to 1" Male Threaded NPT Adapter | |
| DC-12-T-EX | Steel 1" Male NPT to 6 Bolt Circular Mounting (Ø 3.5") |
Module Materials & Components
- Casing: Polycarbonate, Steel (ball plunger)
- Cap: Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), Steel (screws)
- Batteries: 1.5V alkaline AAA (Manganese Dioxide, – Zinc, Potassium Hydroxide, Graphite)
Module Battery & Power
- Supply Source: Three AAA Batteries (each rated 1.5 V d.c., Max 1200 mAh)
- Supply Voltage: 4.5 V d.c.
- Operational Current Rating: 30 mA
- Life Expectancy: 2 years (use and temperature dependent)
Module Environment
- Intended for indoor and outdoor use
- Altitude up to 5,000 meters
- Maximum Relative Humidity: 100% at up to 54˚C
- Dustproof / Waterproof (IP66)
- Hazardous Ratings: Not rated for hazardous locations – FCC, CE, Reach, RoHS
Wireless Syncing
- 2402.0 – 2480.0 MHz Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy
- 13.56 – 13.56 MHz RFID
- Communication Range: 100ft (30m) line of sight
Device Compatability
- Android: – Bluetooth 4.0 and higher – Android OS 5.0 and higher
- Apple: – iOS 10.0 and higher
Data Storage
- Data readings every 60 minutes
- Stores 365 days of hourly data points