
The AirTAC Airtac GAC F.R.L. Unit GAC400C15LWK is a genuine three-unit F.R.L. combination — a filter, a pressure regulator and a lubricator pre-assembled on one bracket with quick mounting clamps. It has 1/2" ports, a 5 µm filter element and regulates 0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi).
Delivering cleaned, pressure-set and lubricated air for demanding pneumatics, this GAC400 unit combines a filter, regulator and lubricator on a single L-shape bracket. It features a 1/2in port, a 5 um element for fine particle retention, and a metal bowl. Because it is the lower-pressure L type, the regulating range spans 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi). The build sequence routes air through the filter first, then the regulator, adding oil mist last so the regulator seat never fouls.
Weighing 2390 g, this body requires a solid panel or frame mount rather than tubing support. The 100 cc condensate bowl and 185 cc oil sump dictate the maintenance rhythm, and the unit carries a reverse-flow (reflux) valve shown as a separate pneumatic symbol in the catalogue. A circular gauge is fitted, reading MPa/psi for the default PT thread, and the temperature range is -5 to 70 C without freezing.
| Model | Airtac GAC F.R.L. Unit GAC400C15LWK |
|---|---|
| Series | GAC400 F.R.L. combination |
| Port size | 1/2" (PT thread) |
| Filtering grade | 5 µm |
| Pressure range | 0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi) |
| Type | Lower pressure |
| Bowl material | Metal |
| Drain type | Semi-auto drain + manual drain |
| Fluid | Air |
|---|---|
| Max. pressure | 1.0 MPa (145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature range | -5 to +70 °C (unfreeze) |
| Capacity of drain bowl | 100 cc |
| Capacity of oil bowl | 185 cc |
| Recommended lubricant | ISO VG 32 or equivalent |
| Weight | 2390 g |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC GAC catalogue (pages 216-217). Air must not freeze in the unit. The fitted circular gauge reads in MPa / psi, set by the PT thread code.
| GAC400 | GA400 series F.R.L. unit — sets ports, bowl capacity and weight. |
|---|---|
| C | Bowl material: Metal. Available on this body: PC (blank), Metal (C), Nylon (N). |
| 15 | Port size 1/2". This body offers 10 = 3/8", 15 = 1/2". |
| (blank) | Drain: Semi-auto drain + manual drain. |
| L | Lower pressure type — 0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi). This body offers Standard (S) or Lower pressure (L). |
| (blank) | Circular pressure gauge fitted. |
| W | Filtering grade 5 µm. |
| (blank) | PT thread; gauge scale MPa / psi. |
| K | Reverse-flow (reflux) valve attached. |
Constituent units, orderable separately as spares: GAF400-15 filter, GAR400-15 regulator, GAL400-15 lubricator — all three share this body and port.
Figures are the end of the flow curve plotted in the AirTAC catalogue at 0.7 MPa inlet pressure — a sizing envelope for comparing bodies, not a rated flow. Read the catalogue curve for a real duty point. Outlet pressure falls as flow rises, so size a body with headroom above your peak demand.
| This model | GAC400 · 1/2" · curve to 6000 L/min |
|---|---|
| One size down | GAC300 |
| One size up | GAC500 (curve to 7000 L/min) |
| Build order | Filter → bracket → regulator → lubricator |
Feeds sensitive directional valves in packaging machinery using the 5 um element to prevent spool sticking.
Regulates air to 0.4 MPa for delicate pressing tasks, ensuring consistent low-force actuation without overdriving cylinders.
Conditions air for benchtop scientific instruments requiring a stable, lower-pressure supply and added lubrication for moving parts.
Choose this assembly for 1/2in lines needing fine 5 um filtration and low-pressure regulation. The metal bowl suits rugged environments where standard PC might not be specified. It ships with both semi-auto and manual drains, while the fitted gauge lets operators verify the 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi) setpoint directly. If the downstream line must remain oil-free, omit the lubricator and select a filter-regulator instead. Spares follow the 400-15 suffix exactly: GAF400-15, GAR400-15 and GAL400-15.
The catalogue flow curve for the GAC400 is plotted to 6000 L/min at 0.7 MPa inlet, whereas the GAC300 reaches 3000 L/min, giving this body double the envelope for sizing. Because the L type tops out at 0.4 MPa, it provides only 44% of the standard 0.9 MPa ceiling.
Quick checklist
The lubricator adds an oil mist downstream of the regulator. If any part of the line must stay oil-free, use a filter-regulator instead of an F.R.L. combination on that branch.
This lower-pressure type operates at 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi) with a maximum pressure of 1.0 MPa (145 psi) and a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). It has a 1/2in port, a 5 um element, a metal bowl, and weighs 2390 g. The drain bowl holds 100 cc and the oil bowl holds 185 cc. The temperature range is -5 to 70 C, and the recommended lubricant is ISO VG 32.
The K signifies that a reverse-flow (reflux) valve is attached. The catalogue depicts this as a distinct pneumatic symbol with details on its own page. This model also includes the semi-auto and manual drain pair, a fitted circular gauge reading MPa/psi, and a 5 um filter element.
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