
This industrial-grade breather filter unit is precision-engineered to provide continuous atmospheric pressure equalization and particulate exclusion within hydraulic reservoirs and air drive chambers. Built inside an impact-proof metallic enclosure with a 40-micron porous filtration element, it permits rapid bi-directional air venting while completely stopping airborne dust and moisture from migrating into clean oil sumps. The thread interface handles high torque cleanly.
By executing constant, low-resistance fluid purification, this module protects internal pumps and dynamic spool components from premature abrasive wear and sticky operations. Its compact profile facilitates neat and organized plumbing configurations within crowded control enclosures and machinery frames. This durable breather filter minimizes reservoir maintenance frequency, improves total circuit security, and supports extensive system lifetimes.
- Rigid premium alloy enclosure offers exceptional mechanical durability and protects internal filter elements from factory hazards.
- Advanced 40-micron porous channel optimizes continuous particle separation efficiency, minimizing baseline fluid resistance across paths.
- High-grade thread integration prevents fugitive compressed air emissions, defending continuous operating pressures and reducing energy waste.
- Highly versatile port tracking configuration adapts smoothly to standardized industrial hydraulic piping lines and reservoir headers.
- Deep external hex shoulder enables secure wrench tightening during assembly, preventing thread alignment or casing damage.
- Built-in internal venting paths prevent dangerous pressure accumulations, safeguarding operators and hardware assets under load.
- Extended dirt-holding capacity elements prevent frequent scaling and clogging buildups, delivering lower overall facility operational overhead costs.
| Part No | 21703-2 |
| Product Type | BREATHER,FILTER,1/4"NPT,40 MIC |
| Supplier Name | Haskel |
| Application | Reservoir air venting and atmospheric contamination remediation in industrial fluid power units |
| Function | Bi-directional extraction of solid particulate matter from breathing air paths down to 40 microns |
| Compatibility | Standard hydraulic fluid reservoirs, air drive sections, and standard 1/4-inch female NPT headers |
| Installation Type | Threaded male connection port into active fluid headers requiring wrench-assisted assembly |
| Compatible Media | Atmospheric air, filtered compressed air, and non-hazardous processing system gases |
| Material | Sturdy brass or sintered metallic core structure housing a specialized 40-micron particulate filter element |
| Operating Condition | General factory automation machinery blocks subject to cyclic pressure spikes and operational ambient dust |
| Performance Feature | High air-flow ventilation capacity balanced with reliable particulate entry exclusion ratings |