
1. Filtration Grade Mismatch — the Silent Energy Thief
If a separator’s pore size isn’t right, either oil escapes or energy consumption rises—both costly outcomes.
Kenrax Fix
We supply replacements engineered to match your compressor’s original filtration grade, optimizing performance and efficiency from the start
2. Thermal Fatigue in Sealing Components
Compressors run hot. Standard sealants and gaskets can embrittle, bleed, or “cold‑flow,” releasing particles that clog the media and shorten element life.
Kenrax Fix
High‑temperature‑rated sealing materials hold their shape under continuous cycling, keeping the media clear and extending service intervals.
3. Oil‑Media Incompatibility
Synthetic, mineral, food‑grade, fire‑resistant—modern oils span a chemistry spectrum. Pair the wrong media with the wrong lubricant and binder degradation starts in weeks, not months.
Kenrax Fix
Each separator is specified only after checking the lubricant family used in your plant, ensuring long‑term compatibility and stable performance.
4. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Pinholes
Fast airflow can build tens of kilovolts on the separator core. Microscopic arcs punch pinholes in the media—undetectable until oil mist clouds the discharge line.
Kenrax Fix
Design measures dissipate charge safely to ground, preventing arc damage and preserving continuous filtration efficiency.
5. Counterfeit “Look‑Alike” Parts
They might wear a familiar label, but shortcuts in paper density, adhesive, and burst strength lurk beneath. The result: early failure, higher oil carry‑over, and potential warranty issues on your compressor.
What Consistent Separator Performance Delivers
Quick Self‑Check: Is Your Separator in Trouble?
If you answered “yes” to any, your separator is flagging you down.
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Final Word
Separator failure can siphon thousands in energy and unplanned downtime. Swapping to a Kenrax replacement is a quick, low‑cost move that locks in reliability and keeps your bottom line healthy.
Protect your compressor. Protect your profits. Choose Kenrax.