Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK
The AirTAC Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK 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 3/4" 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 size3/4"
- Pressure range0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi)
- Filtering grade5 µm
- Bowl materialMetal
- Drainautomatic
- Pressure gaugeCircular, MPa / psi
- Weight950 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 GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK
The GAFR500C20ALWK is a filter and pressure regulator combined into a single body, so incoming air is cleaned and then set to a steady outlet pressure without needing separate components. This 3/4in unit operates in the lower pressure band of 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi) and uses a 5 um filter element to trap fine particles.
A metal condensate bowl with 108 cc capacity collects the water and solids spun out by the diversion structure. The automatic drain clears accumulated liquid without manual attention, and the built-in circular gauge with MPa/psi scale lets operators verify the set pressure at a glance.
Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK |
|---|---|
| Series | GAFR500 filter & regulator |
| Port size | 3/4" (PT thread) |
| Filtering grade | 5 µm |
| Pressure range | 0.15 - 0.4 MPa (20 - 58 psi) |
| Type | Lower pressure |
| Bowl material | Metal |
| 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 | 108 cc |
| Bracket | Included |
| Weight | 950 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 GAFR500C20ALWK
| GAFR500 | GA500 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). |
| 20 | Port size 3/4". This body offers 20 = 3/4". |
| A | Drain: Automatic 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. |
| K | Reverse-flow (reflux) valve attached. |
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 GAFC500-20 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 | GAFR500 · 3/4" · curve to 8000 L/min |
|---|---|
| One size down | GAFR400 |
| One size up | GAFR600 (curve to 12000 L/min) |
| Add a lubricator | GAFC500-20 (F.R.L. combination) |
Where the Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK Is Used
Machine tool header
Feed a 3/4in header supplying multiple actuators on a machining center, where the 5 um element protects precision valves and the automatic drain reduces maintenance stops.
Multi-station assembly line
Regulate a branch feeding several workstations on a conveyor system, with the metal bowl standing up to shop-floor conditions and the lower pressure range suiting delicate handling operations.
Instrument air panel
Supply a panel of sensors and pilot valves that need clean, low-pressure air, where the fine 5 um filtration and stable regulated output keep instruments reading correctly.
Is the Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK the Right Air-Prep Unit?
Choose the GAFR500 body when you need a 3/4in port and a 950 g unit that suits a machine header or multi-station line; step down to the GAFR400 for 1/2in ports with a 100 cc bowl, or up to the GAFR600 for 1in ports and a 205 cc bowl. The metal bowl is a build choice for demanding environments, while the automatic drain suits wet or unattended lines. The 5 um element filters finer particles than the standard 40 um, and the included bracket simplifies mounting. The L-type regulation tops out at 0.4 MPa, so confirm your supply never needs more than that. The reverse-flow valve is fitted as an ordering difference. If oil is needed downstream, order the matching GAFC500-20 combination instead. With a 1.0 MPa max supply, you have about 0.6 MPa of headroom above the 0.4 MPa top of this unit's regulated range.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Body size for your peak flow (3/4" 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 108 cc bowl fills.
- check Keep the unit above freezing (-5 to +70 °C, unfreeze).
- check Support the 950 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 GAFC500-20 combination; do not expect an oil mist from this unit.
Airtac GAFR Adjustable Filter Regulator GAFR500C20ALWK FAQ
This filter & regulator has a 3/4in port, a working pressure range of 0.15-0.4 MPa (20-58 psi), a maximum pressure of 1.0 MPa (145 psi), and a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). It operates from -5 to 70 C and must not freeze. The metal drain bowl holds 108 cc and the unit weighs 950 g.
The A indicates an automatic drain that expels condensate without manual intervention, ideal for wet or unattended lines. The K means a reverse-flow (reflux) valve is fitted; it is an ordering difference shown as a separate pneumatic symbol, and its function is detailed in the catalogue page not included in our data.
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