Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW
The AirTAC Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW is a genuine two-piece F.R.L. combination — a GA-series filter & regulator and a lubricator pre-assembled on one T-shape bracket with quick mounting clamps. It has 3/8" ports, a 5 µm filter element and regulates 0.15 - 0.9 MPa (20 - 130 psi).
- TypeF.R.L. combination
- Port size3/8"
- Pressure range0.15 - 0.9 MPa (20 - 130 psi)
- Filtering grade5 µm
- Bowl materialPC
- Drainsemi-auto + manual
- Pressure gaugeCircular, MPa / psi
- Weight1810 g
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW
This GAFC40010SW is a two-piece F.R.L. combination: a filter-regulator body paired with a lubricator, mounted on a shared T-bracket with quick clamps. The 3/8in port and 1810 g mass place it in the mid-size class, suited for feeding a machine header or a small multi-station line. Air is filtered and regulated in the first body, then the lubricator adds a controlled oil mist last, so oil never travels back through the regulator seat.
The 5 um element traps finer particles than the standard 40 um grade, which protects precision valves but requires more frequent element service. The circular gauge is fitted and reads in MPa and psi for the default PT thread. With a 100 cc condensate bowl and a 185 cc oil bowl, this unit reduces how often an operator needs to check fluid levels compared to smaller bodies.
Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW |
|---|---|
| Series | GAFC400 F.R.L. combination |
| Port size | 3/8" (PT thread) |
| Filtering grade | 5 µm |
| Pressure range | 0.15 - 0.9 MPa (20 - 130 psi) |
| Type | Standard |
| Bowl material | PC |
| 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 | 1810 g |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC GAFC catalogue (pages 219-220). Air must not freeze in the unit. The fitted circular gauge reads in MPa / psi, set by the PT thread code.
Model Code: Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW
| GAFC400 | GA400 series F.R.L. unit — sets ports, bowl capacity and weight. |
|---|---|
| (blank) | Bowl material: PC. Available on this body: PC (blank), Metal (C), Nylon (N). |
| 10 | Port size 3/8". This body offers 10 = 3/8", 15 = 1/2". |
| (blank) | Drain: Semi-auto drain + manual drain. |
| S | Standard type — 0.15 - 0.9 MPa (20 - 130 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. |
| (blank) | No reverse-flow valve. |
Constituent units, orderable separately as spares: GAFR400-10 filter & regulator, GAL400-10 lubricator — both share this body and port. A GAFC has two units, not three: the filter and the regulator are one body.
Size Class & Flow Envelope
- GAFC2001/8"-1/4" · 1750 L/min
- GAFC3001/4"-1/2" · 3500 L/min
- GAFC4003/8"-1/2" · 6000 L/min
- GAFC5003/4" · 7000 L/min
- GAFC6003/4"-1" · 12000 L/min
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 | GAFC400 · 3/8" · curve to 6000 L/min |
|---|---|
| One size down | GAFC300 |
| One size up | GAFC500 (curve to 7000 L/min) |
| Build order | Filter & regulator → bracket → lubricator |
Where the Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW Is Used
Precision Valve Protection
The 5 um element makes this unit a good fit for feeding air to precision pneumatic valves on a CNC machine tool, where finer particles could cause sticking or premature wear.
Machine Header Supply
With a 3/8in port and a 6000 L/min flow envelope at 0.7 MPa inlet, this GAFC400 can supply a small machine header that runs several actuators on an assembly station.
Packaging Line Lubrication
On a packaging line with multiple pneumatic cylinders, the 185 cc oil bowl keeps lubricant available for longer runs, reducing the frequency of refill checks.
Is the Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW the Right Air-Prep Unit?
Choose the GAFC40010SW when your line needs 3/8in ports and a 5 um element for finer filtration. The PC bowl is the standard build; the catalogue gives no material-specific data, so confirm it suits your surroundings. This model ships with both a semi-auto drain that dumps on pressure drop and a manual drain for on-demand use. The standard pressure type regulates from 0.15 to 0.9 MPa (20-130 psi), and the PT thread carries an MPa/psi gauge scale. If you need a reverse-flow valve, the K option adds it. The two units are orderable separately as GAFR400-10 and GAL400-10, so a clogged element does not mean replacing the whole assembly. With a 1.0 MPa max supply, you have about 0.1 MPa of headroom above the 0.9 MPa top of the regulated range.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Body size for your peak flow (3/8" here)
- ✓ Standard 0.9 MPa or lower-pressure 0.4 MPa
- ✓ Bowl material: PC (blank), Metal (C), Nylon (N)
- ✓ Drain: semi-auto + manual, or automatic
- ✓ Element 40 µm or 5 µm
- ✓ Thread & gauge scale (PT / G / NPT)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Install with the airflow arrow: filter-regulator first, lubricator last.
- check Keep inlet pressure at or below 1.0 MPa (145 psi).
- check Fill the oil bowl with ISO VG 32 or equivalent only.
- check Drain condensate before the 100 cc bowl fills.
- check Keep the unit above freezing (-5 to +70 °C, unfreeze).
- check Support the 1810 g unit on its bracket, not on the tubing.
The lubricator adds an oil mist downstream of the regulator. If any part of the line must stay oil-free, use a plain GAFR400-10 filter-regulator on that branch instead of the full combination.
Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW FAQ
This F.R.L. combination operates from 0.15 to 0.9 MPa (20-130 psi) with a max pressure of 1.0 MPa (145 psi) and a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). It works in temperatures from -5 to 70 C and should not freeze. The drain bowl holds 100 cc and the oil bowl holds 185 cc. Use ISO VG 32 lubricant. The unit weighs 1810 g.
The W code specifies a 5 um filtering element instead of the standard 40 um. This finer grade traps smaller particles, which is useful for protecting sensitive components like precision valves or instrument air systems. The trade-off is that the element will need more frequent cleaning or replacement than a 40 um element.
Authorized Export Seller
Genuine AirTAC parts produced by AirTAC factory.
1-Year Warranty
Covers non-human-caused product damage.
Fast Dispatch
Standard models are processed and dispatched in 3-5 business days.
Fast Reply
Most inquiries answered within 7-8 hours.
Related AirTAC Air-Preparation Units
Request a Quote for Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC40010SW
Send us the quantity, thread type (PT / G / NPT) and destination. We confirm price, stock and lead time — usually within 7-8 hours.