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EXAIR EFC Electronic Flow Control for compressed air is designed to minimise compressed air use on blowoff, drying, cooling, conveying and static elimination operations. It combines a photoelectric sensor with a timing control that limits compressed air use by turning it off when no part is present. With eight programmable on and off modes, the timing control permits easy tuning to the application requirements.
For most companies, air compressors use more electricity than any other type of equipment and can waste thousands of electricity dollars per year if not properly controlled. By turning on the air only when a part is present, the EFC provides just enough air to complete a specific task or operation, minimising compressed air use and resulting in reduced compressed air costs.
The polycarbonate enclosure of the EFC is suitable for use in a wide range of applications including those located in wet environments. The compact photoelectric sensor has a sensitivity adjustment with the ability to detect objects up to 1 m away. It has good immunity to noise and inductive loads common to industrial environments.
For more information: https://www.caasafety.com.au/products/efc-electronic-flow-control/.