
The AirTAC Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400N15AS 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 40 µm filter element and regulates 0.15 - 0.9 MPa (20 - 130 psi).
This GAFC400N15AS is an F.R.L. combination where the filter and regulator share one body, paired with a lubricator on a T-bracket. With a 1/2in port and 1810 g mass, it suits mid-size machine headers or multi-actuator stations where a compact footprint matters. The nylon bowl holds 100 cc of condensate, while the oil bowl holds 185 cc, reducing how often an operator needs to check levels.
Air enters the first body, where solids and moisture are removed and pressure is set to 0.15-0.9 MPa (20-130 psi), then the lubricator adds a metered oil mist downstream. The automatic drain clears condensate without manual intervention, and the circular gauge reads in MPa/psi for the default PT thread. The 40 um element handles standard shop air, with the option to step down to 5 um for finer filtration.
| Model | Airtac GAFC Air Service Unit GAFC400N15AS |
|---|---|
| Series | GAFC400 F.R.L. combination |
| Port size | 1/2" (PT thread) |
| Filtering grade | 40 µm |
| Pressure range | 0.15 - 0.9 MPa (20 - 130 psi) |
| Type | Standard |
| Bowl material | Nylon |
| Drain type | Automatic 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.
| GAFC400 | GA400 series F.R.L. unit — sets ports, bowl capacity and weight. |
|---|---|
| N | Bowl material: Nylon. Available on this body: PC (blank), Metal (C), Nylon (N). |
| 15 | Port size 1/2". This body offers 10 = 3/8", 15 = 1/2". |
| A | Drain: Automatic 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. |
| (blank) | Filtering grade 40 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.
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 |
Feed a 1/2in line to a CNC machine's coolant valve manifold. The 100 cc condensate bowl handles moisture from compressor cycling, while the automatic drain keeps the line clear during overnight runs.
Supply a multi-operator assembly station where each bench has a pneumatic screwdriver. The 185 cc oil bowl ensures consistent lubrication across several tools before needing a refill.
Run a packaging machine's film-sealing cylinders from a single F.R.L. point. The 1810 g unit mounts on a frame rail, and the 0.15-0.9 MPa range covers typical cylinder thrust settings.
Choose this GAFC400N15AS for a 1/2in port line needing filtration, regulation, and lubrication in two units instead of three. The nylon bowl is a build choice, not a performance upgrade - the 1.0 MPa max and -5 to 70 C range stay the same, so confirm it suits your environment. The automatic drain (A) is ideal for wet or unattended lines, while the standard type (S) covers most industrial duties up to 0.9 MPa. The gauge is fitted and reads MPa/psi; if you prefer no gauge, the N option removes it. Spares are orderable as GAFR400-15 and GAL400-15, so a damaged bowl or clogged element does not mean replacing the whole set. If your line must stay oil-free, skip the lubricator and choose a plain GAFR400-15 instead. 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, so plan your inlet pressure accordingly.
Quick checklist
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.
The GAFC400N15AS operates on air only, with a standard pressure range of 0.15-0.9 MPa (20-130 psi). Maximum pressure is 1.0 MPa (145 psi), and proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi). It works in -5 to 70 C temperatures and must not freeze. The drain bowl holds 100 cc, the oil bowl holds 185 cc, and the unit weighs 1810 g. Use ISO VG 32 or equivalent lubricant in the lubricator.
The 'A' in this code specifies an automatic drain, which clears condensate from the 100 cc bowl without an operator. A blank drain code would include both a semi-auto drain that dumps on pressure drop and a manual drain for on-demand use. The automatic version is better for lines that run unattended or in wet conditions.
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