Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400C15LW
The AirTAC Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400C15LW 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 1/2" ports, a 5 µm filter element and regulates 0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi).
- TypeF.R.L. combination
- Port size1/2"
- Pressure range0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi)
- Filtering grade5 µm
- Bowl materialMetal
- 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 GAFC400C15LW
This GAFC400C15LW is a two-piece F.R.L. combination: a filter-regulator body paired with a lubricator, mounted on a single T-bracket with quick clamps. The 1/2in port and 1810 g mass place it in the mid-size class, suited for machine headers feeding several actuators. It regulates to a lower 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi) band, with a 5 um element for finer filtration.
The metal bowl holds 100 cc of condensate, while the separate oil bowl holds 185 cc, so service intervals are practical for a production line. Air is filtered and set to pressure in the first body, then the lubricator adds metered oil mist downstream, keeping oil away from the regulator seat. The circular gauge reads in MPa/psi, matching the PT thread.
Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400C15LW Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400C15LW |
|---|---|
| Series | GAFC400 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 | 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 GAFC400C15LW
| GAFC400 | 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. |
| (blank) | No reverse-flow valve. |
Constituent units, orderable separately as spares: GAFR400-15 filter & regulator, GAL400-15 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 · 1/2" · 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 GAFC400C15LW Is Used
Precision valve control
The 5 um element and lower pressure range suit a precision pneumatic valve manifold on a packaging machine, where fine filtration protects small orifices and the 0.4 MPa ceiling matches a delicate actuator.
Conveyor line lubrication
On a 1/2in conveyor header feeding several air cylinders, the 185 cc oil bowl keeps multiple lubricators topped up less often, while the metal bowl handles a washdown area without relying on a transparent bowl.
Assembly station air prep
For a multi-station assembly bench with a 1/2in main line, this unit filters, regulates to a safe low pressure, and lubricates downstream tools. The 100 cc drain bowl and 1810 g mass indicate a permanent frame mount, not tubing support.
Is the Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400C15LW the Right Air-Prep Unit?
Choose the GAFC400 body when you need 1/2in ports and a 6000 L/min flow envelope (plotted at 0.7 MPa inlet) for a multi-station line. The C code specifies a metal bowl; the common specification of 1.0 MPa max and -5 to 70 C applies, so confirm the material suits your environment. The L type tops out at 0.4 MPa, so if the line may ever need more pressure, step up to the S type instead. The 5 um element traps finer particles for precision valves, but expect more frequent element service than a 40 um unit. A semi-auto drain dumps condensate on pressure drop, with a manual drain for on-demand use. The gauge is fitted with an MPa/psi scale for the PT thread. For spares, order the GAFR400-15 filter-regulator and GAL400-15 lubricator separately. If the line must stay oil-free, omit the lubricator and choose a plain GAFR. The 1.0 MPa max supply leaves about 0.6 MPa above the 0.4 MPa top of the range.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Body size for your peak flow (1/2" 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 GAFR400-15 filter-regulator on that branch instead of the full combination.
Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400C15LW FAQ
The GAFC400C15LW operates on air with a lower pressure range of 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi). Maximum supply pressure is 1.0 MPa (145 psi), with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). The temperature range is -5 to 70 C and it must not freeze. It has a 100 cc drain bowl and a 185 cc oil bowl, weighs 1810 g, and uses ISO VG 32 or equivalent lubricant.
The C code specifies a metal bowl instead of the standard PC or optional nylon. The catalogue lists the same 1.0 MPa maximum pressure and -5 to 70 C temperature range for all bowl materials, so the choice is about the build environment. Confirm the metal bowl suits your surroundings, as the catalogue provides no impact, chemical, or heat resistance data for any material.
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