Only genuine Atlas Copco filters guarantee the maximum element efficiency and longer lifetime together with the genuine Atlas Copco fluids. Our genuine Atlas Copco filters and fluids are manufactured to the same exact standards as our equipment and have passed the same endurance tests.

Genuine filters avoid problems such as a poor sealing between the filter body and the engine or the quick deterioration of the paper element inside the filter. Our fluids extend the life time of the parts due to its matchless anti oxidation properties and also maximize the efficiency of your compressor element.

Using our genuine Atlas Copco filters and fluids has proven to be the best way to protect your investment from poor performance and to ensure your machine is working according to the original factory specifications. In this brochure , we will be sharing the real test results and facts with you to prove this.

Why Air filtration?

The air in the construction working environment is full of contaminants and the air filters are the first line of contact and resistance to contamination. The most expensive, components – (diesel engine, compressor) have air inlet system that need quality air (no contaminants) for combustion, air compression. Quality of the air has a major role on each component operation, performance, wear and lifetime.

Contaminants will reduce the fluid and lubricants characteristics and performance, causing accelerated oil aging (engine oil, compressor oil) and increased development of acids that affect the protection of metallic components.
Rotors and housing run with tight clearances between them (<0.04 mm) (<0.002 inches).
Dirt between rotors and housing results in damage to the rotors, leading to less compressed air delivered and higher fuel consumption.

Unfiltered Dust will reduce the lifetime and the efficiency of the compressor element, oil separator element and oil.

Why Oil filtration?	Why air/oil separation?	Why fuel filtration?
1.Dust and dirt will damage the rotors and housing, resulting in inferior performance. 2.Dust and dirt will damage the bearings and bearing housing. 3.Bearing wear will lead to increased rotor contact, the air end will fail. 4.The efficiency and the lifetime of the oil and also the element will be reduced.	1.Reduces oil consumption and service costs by keeping the oil in the oil circuit. 2.Reduces fuel consumption. 3.Limits oil contamination and delivers clean air.	1.Dirt and water in fuel can seriously harm fuel pumps and fuel injectors. 2.Water in the fuel will reduce the power output of the engine. 3.Fuel quality varies depending on the local refining process and transport conditions

Genuine Atlas Copco Filters Features

Filter Type	Features
Air Filter	• Air filter sealing • Uniquely designed filtration paper with special indentations traps foreign materials without impeding incoming air flow, maximizing efficiency • Traps particles down to 3 microns, preventing 99.9% of contaminants from reaching compressor element.
Oil Filter	• Bypass valve guarantees continuous oil flow to compressor element in cold-start conditions or in the event of a clogged filter. • High-performance, finely textured, temperature and synthetic compressor oil resistant filter paper. • Corrosion-resistant material that maximizes compressor oil lifetime. • High dirt-holding capacity to extend service intervals while protecting compressor element • Uniform paper pleat spacing for most effective filtering area and increased mechanical resistance to pressure fluctuations. • Withstands high operating pressures, increasing safety
Air/oil separator	• Outstanding separation efficiency for low oil consumption and high-quality compressed air • Electrically interconnected metallic parts to prevent electrostatic discharges and reduce the risk of internal fires • High mechanical strength for longer lifetime • Corrosion-resistant material to minimize oil degradation • Low pressure drop reduces fuel consumption
Fuel Filter	• High dirt-holding capacity to protect fuel system • Water separation for optimum engine power output • Corrosion-resistant material for longer lifetime • Special rubber seals to prevent fuel leaks • Elastic-bonded joints to prevent leaks caused by vibrations and pressure • Highly durable paper pleats for effective filtering area and mechanical resistance to pressure fluctuations
All Filters	Best optimization on the most important parameters for compressor applications -Dust holding capacity -Separation efficiency -Restriction

Genuine Atlas Copco Filters Test Results

Micro structural differences which leads to performance can only be measured by different types of tests. Depending on the type of the filters, the priority level of above parameters will vary.

In order to prove, we have the best optimized filters for our applications, we also would like to share some of our test results with you conducted by independent laboratories for particular filters.

Air Filter Test Results

Property	Competitor 1	Competitor 2	Competitor 3	Atlas Copco	Effect
Restriction of the filter system (mbar)	17.1	20	16.9	15.6	Influences energy consumption & efficiency
Separation Efficiency 40mbar increase (%)	99.93	99.78	99.92	99.93	Influences energy consumption & efficiency, service interval of air oil separator
Dust holding Capacity (g)	1396	370	1812	1903	Influences energy consumption & efficiency, service interval of air cleaner

Note: Filtration performance measured according to ISO 5011.

Competitor 1	Competitor 2	Competitor 3
• Initial restriction: 1.5 mbar higher compared to Atlas Copco. • Dust Holding Capacity: – %27 lower compared to Atlas Copco.	• Initial Restriction: 4.4 mbar higher compared to Atlas Copco. • Dust Holding Capacity: – 80% lower compared to Atlas Copco( based on less pleat stabilization->pleats collapse). • Total Filtration Efficiency: 3 times more dust pass the element compared to Atlas Copco.	• Initial Restriction: 1.7mbar higher compared to Atlas Copco. • Dust Holding Capacity: Less than Atlas Copco.

Oil Filter Test Results

Property	Competitor 1	Competitor 2	Atlas Copco	Effect
By-pass Valve Opening Pressure	Opens too early	Opens early	On time	Influences energy consumption & efficiency
Filter Media	Cellulose + synthetic fiber	Cellulose + synthetic fiber	Cellulose + PET+synthetic fiber
Separation Efficiency %99 particule size 3 μm	39.1	>50	25	Influences energy consumption & efficiency
Service interval of air oil separator	1396	370	1903	Influences energy consumption & efficiency, service interval of air cleaner
Dust holding Capacity (g)	53.3	65.7	54.5	Influences energy consumption & efficiency

Competitor 1	Competitor 2
By-pass valve opens too early, a high quantity of unfiltered oil will have passed to the elements, increasing the risk of premature wear.	• Good dust holding capacity, however very low separation efficiency which will lead to reduced life time for parts and filters. • By –pass valve opens too early

Given the test results, it is proven that genuine Atlas Copco filters are tailor made filtration solutions for portable compressor applications providing the best performance for your machine and also increased lifetime with the best optimization of filtration parameters.

Use the best filter and fluid for application to reduce your cost of ownership and maximize your element effciency!!!