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Watchdog Extreme Humidity Desiccant Breathers

In environments with extreme humidity, the lubricants and other fluids stored in various equipment need desiccant breathers to remove water vapor and solid particles. However, small temperature variants can draw in humid air and unnecessarily reduce the life of the breather. The Watchdog® Extreme Humidity Breathers incorporate check valves. The addition of check valves is ideal for low-flow and intermittent operations in high humidity conditions.

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Feature

Check Valves

The Extreme Humidity Desiccant Breathers, equipped with check valves, provides equipment protection in wash down areas, a common challenge in many industrial environments. These check valves also isolate equipment from the ambient conditions, particularly in high moisture areas. By creating a barrier against external humidity, they play a pivotal role in extending the lifespan of the equipment. There are two different types of check valves for low air flow (5-10 CFM) and high air flow (24-27 CFM).

Feature

Tri-Fit Connection

The Desiccant Breathers have a versatile multi-fit connection, making them adaptable for various industrial applications. This unique connection feature allows the breathers to easily thread into different types of threads, including male and female threads that include: MNPT, BSPT, BSPP, FNPT, FBSPP, and FNPSM providing a broad compatibility range. To further enhance the effectiveness of the connection, each breather is equipped with an O-ring. This addition ensures a secure, leak-proof seal.

Special Feature

Desiccant Color Options

You have a choice between blue and orange desiccant breathers to meet the diverse moisture control needs of your industrial equipment. 

Feature

Installation Date Label

An Installation Date label is included with each desiccant breather. By recording the installation date, you can gain valuable insights into the efficiency and longevity of the breather across various operational environments. This tracking is instrumental in evaluating the breather's effectiveness, allowing for data-driven decisions regarding future purchases or upgrades, tailored to your specific conditions. Additionally, understanding the service duration of the breathers facilitates effective budgeting for replacements and efficient inventory management. This proactive approach not only helps in avoiding premature replacements but also ensures that you are making the most cost-effective use of your desiccant breathers.

Additional Features

Water Vapor Adsorbent
The silica gel used in the Watchdog Extreme Humidity Breathers adsorbs up to 40% of its own weight.
Visual Indication
When maximum adsorption is reached, the silica gel changes color, indicating replacement is needed.
Center Tube
The center tube is made from durable nylon material, which gives the element rigidity and ensures uniform airflow through the silica gel.
Durable Construction
Watchdog Extreme Humidity Desiccant Breathers are manufactured from rugged ABS plastic.
Dual Filtration System
A dual layer of filter media is located at the top of the silica gel bed. This serves a dual purpose: it effectively prevents the migration of silica dust while also capturing oil mist. Additionally, it ensures even distribution of air across the filter media and the silica gel.

Other Specs

Model Description Air Flow Water Capacity Silica Gel Color Height Diameter Connection Fluid Volume Exchange
WB-040205-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 5 CFM 28 ml or 0.06 lbs Blue 4.14" 2.54" 3/8" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 37 gpm or 142 lpm
WB-040627-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 27 CFM 272 ml or 0.6 lbs Blue 4.40" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 202 gpm or 765 lpm
WB-050205-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 5 CFM 60 ml or 0.13 lbs Blue 5.59" 2.54" 3/8" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 37 gpm or 142 lpm
WB-060410-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 10 CFM 143 ml or 0.31 lbs Blue 6.11" 4.10" 1" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 63 gpm or 238 lpm
WB-070626-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 26 CFM 500 ml or 1.10 lbs Blue 6.50" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 194 gpm or 736 lpm
WB-080410-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 10 CFM 264 ml or 0.58 lbs Blue 8.28" 4.10" 1" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 63 gpm or 238 lpm
WB-090625-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 25 CFM 728 ml or 1.60 lbs Blue 8.60" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 187 gpm or 708 lpm
WB-100410-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 10 CFM 424 ml or 0.93 lbs Blue 10.38" 4.10" 1" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 63 gpm or 238 lpm
WB-110624-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 24 CFM 958 ml or 2.11 lbs Blue 10.70" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 179 gpm or 680 lpm
WG-040205-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 5 CFM 28 ml or 0.06 lbs Orange 4.14" 2.54" 3/8" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 37 gpm or 142 lpm
WG-040627-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 27 CFM 272 ml or 0.6 lbs Orange 4.40" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 202 gpm or 765 lpm
WG-050205-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 5 CFM 60 ml or 0.13 lbs Orange 5.59" 2.54" 3/8" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 37 gpm or 142 lpm
WG-060410-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 10 CFM 143 ml or 0.31 lbs Orange 6.11" 4.10" 1" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 63 gpm or 238 lpm
WG-070626-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 26 CFM 500 ml or 1.10 lbs Orange 6.50" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 194 gpm or 736 lpm
WG-080410-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 10 CFM 264 ml or 0.58 lbs Orange 8.28" 4.10" 1" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 63 gpm or 238 lpm
WG-090625-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 25 CFM 728 ml or 1.60 lbs Orange 8.60" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 187 gpm or 708 lpm
WG-100410-EX Low Air Flow EX Breather 10 CFM 424 ml or 0.93 lbs Orange 10.38" 4.10" 1" Tri-Fit MNPT, BSPT, BSPP 63 gpm or 238 lpm
WG-110624-EX High Air Flow EX Breather 24 CFM 958 ml or 2.11 lbs Orange 10.70" 5.70" 1” Tri-Fit FNPT, FBSPP, FNPSM 179 gpm or 680 lpm

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