Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW
The AirTAC Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW is a genuine two-in-one filter & regulator — a diversion-type water/particulate filter and a balanced pressure regulator built into ONE body. It has 1/2" ports, a 5 µm filter element and regulates 0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi). It has no lubricator, so it adds no oil to the airflow.
- TypeFilter & regulator
- Port size1/2"
- Pressure range0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi)
- Filtering grade5 µm
- Bowl materialMetal
- Drainsemi-auto + manual
- Pressure gaugeCircular, MPa / psi
- Weight880 g
About the Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW
The GAFR400C15LW is a filter and regulator combined into a single body, eliminating the need for separate GAF and GAR units. This 1/2in port model weighs 880 g and uses a metal bowl, with a 5 um element for finer filtration.
It operates in the lower pressure range of 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi), with a maximum supply of 1.0 MPa (145 psi) and proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). The unit includes a circular gauge with MPa/psi scale and a mounting bracket, while the semi-auto and manual drains handle condensate from the 100 cc bowl.
Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW |
|---|---|
| Series | GAFR400 filter & regulator |
| 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 |
| Bracket | Included |
| Weight | 880 g |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC GAFR catalogue (pages 235-236). Air must not freeze in the unit. The fitted circular gauge reads in MPa / psi, set by the PT thread code. This unit filters and regulates only; it does not add lubrication.
Model Code: Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW
| GAFR400 | GA400 series filter & regulator — sets the port range, drain-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) | Mounting bracket included. |
| (blank) | Circular pressure gauge fitted. |
| W | Filtering grade 5 µm. |
| (blank) | PT thread; gauge scale MPa / psi. |
| (blank) | No reverse-flow valve. |
The filter and the regulator are ONE body here — there is no separate GAF filter or GAR regulator part to assemble. Need lubrication downstream too? Add a lubricator by ordering the matching GAFC400-15 F.R.L. combination instead.
Size Class & Flow Envelope
- GAFR2001/8"-1/4" · 2000 L/min
- GAFR3001/4"-1/2" · 3500 L/min
- GAFR4003/8"-1/2" · 7000 L/min
- GAFR5003/4" · 8000 L/min
- GAFR6003/4"-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 | GAFR400 · 1/2" · curve to 7000 L/min |
|---|---|
| One size down | GAFR300 |
| One size up | GAFR500 (curve to 8000 L/min) |
| Add a lubricator | GAFC400-15 (F.R.L. combination) |
Where the Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW Is Used
Precision valve control
Feed a bank of precision pneumatic valves that require clean, regulated air at moderate pressure. The 5 um element protects sensitive internal clearances from fine particulate.
Machine tool circuits
Supply a single machining center's clamping or tool-change circuit. The 100 cc metal bowl handles condensate from intermittent operation, while the lower pressure range suits delicate workholding.
Test bench air supply
Provide stable low-pressure air to a laboratory test fixture or calibration rig. The balanced regulator holds the setpoint as shop supply fluctuates, and the gauge allows precise adjustment.
Is the Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW the Right Air-Prep Unit?
Choose this GAFR400 body for medium-flow lines needing a 1/2in port; it offers a 7000 L/min flow envelope at 0.7 MPa inlet, stepping up from the GAFR300's 3500 L/min. The metal bowl suits demanding environments, while the 5 um element traps finer particles than the standard 40 um, though it requires more frequent service. The lower-pressure type caps output at 0.4 MPa, so select the standard type if higher pressure may be needed later. The included bracket aids mounting, and the fitted gauge shows MPa/psi. For lines needing lubrication downstream, order the matching GAFC400-15 combination instead. Note that 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
- ✓ Bracket kept or removed (J); add a lubricator = GAFC
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Install with the airflow arrow: IN to OUT, gauge/knob accessible.
- check Keep inlet pressure at or below 1.0 MPa (145 psi).
- check Set pressure with the pressed-in self-locking knob; pull to adjust, press to lock.
- check Drain condensate before the 100 cc bowl fills.
- check Keep the unit above freezing (-5 to +70 °C, unfreeze).
- check Support the 880 g unit on its bracket, not on the tubing.
This is a filter and regulator only — it delivers filtered, pressure-set air with no added oil. If a downstream tool needs lubrication, add a separate lubricator or order the GAFC400-15 combination; do not expect an oil mist from this unit.
Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR400C15LW FAQ
The GAFR400C15LW is a filter & regulator with a 1/2in port, operating at 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi). Maximum pressure is 1.0 MPa (145 psi), proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi), and temperature range is -5 to 70 C. It has a 100 cc drain bowl and weighs 880 g.
The 'L' type limits output to 0.4 MPa for applications requiring gentle, consistent pressure. If your system might need up to 0.9 MPa, choose the standard 'S' type instead, as the lower range cannot be overridden.
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