Pneumatic FRL Units – Filter Regulator + Lubricators

Filter Regulator + Lubricators (2-Piece FRL Unit) manufacturer, supplier, and exporter in India

Are you searching for compact, space-saving 2-piece Filter Regulator + Lubricators (FR+L) combination sets? Combines an integral piggyback filter-regulator with a proportional lubricator. Fast dispatch and worldwide export.

Filter Regulator + Lubricators - Pioneer Industries
2-in-1
Space-Saving Combo
1/8″–1″
Port Size Range
0–16 bar
Pressure Rating
-30%
Length Reduction
85+
Countries Exported
01 — Overview

Pioneer Industries is a premier manufacturer, stockist, and global exporter of compact 2-Piece Filter Regulator + Lubricators (FR+L) Combination Units. Modern industrial automation machinery demands streamlined, space-efficient control cabinets and compact machine-mounted air preparation stations. A standard 3-piece FRL unit, while exceptionally capable, can occupy excessive horizontal envelope space in cramped electrical/pneumatic enclosures.

Our 2-Piece combination unit solves this spatial challenge by integrating the Air Filter and Pressure Regulator into a single, compact "piggyback" body (the Filter-Regulator or "FR" unit), which is then connected via a modular joiner bracket to an Air Lubricator. This innovative two-piece architecture cuts total horizontal footprint by up to 35% without sacrificing filtration efficiency, pressure stability, or lubrication performance.

Global Supply

Pioneer Industries manufacturing and exporting high-performance Filter Regulator + Lubricators worldwide.

Inside the integrated Filter-Regulator section, incoming air undergoes high-velocity centrifugal cyclonic water separation, passes through a 5µm or 40µm sintered bronze element, and then routes directly upward through the internal balanced regulator poppet. Regulated, moisture-free air then flows directly into the attached micro-fog lubricator, delivering an ideal aerosol mist to downstream actuators.

Exporting to over 85 countries worldwide, Pioneer Industries manufactures 2-piece FR+L combination units in port sizes from G 1/8″ to G 1″ (BSPP, BSPT, and NPT). Every unit is shipped complete with an integrated dual-scale pressure gauge, heavy-duty mounting bracket, and factory pressure testing documentation.

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02 — Product Detail

Description of Filter Regulator + Lubricators

Pioneer Industries Filter Regulator + Lubricators are specifically designed for space-critical robotics, packaging machine frames, mobile pneumatic skids, and automated test benches. Featuring a single unified filter-regulator housing paired with a lubricator, plumbing connections and potential leakage points are halved compared to traditional discrete components.

The unit features a top-mounted push-to-lock pressure adjustment knob, a 360° transparent lubricator drip dome, and dual high-impact polycarbonate bowls encased in steel protective cages. Optional fully automatic float drains ensure zero maintenance headaches in 24/7 unattended production environments.

Features Filter Regulator + Lubricators:

  • Compact two-piece piggyback configuration reduces total installation envelope length by over 30% versus 3-piece sets.
  • Single integrated Filter-Regulator (FR) housing eliminates one threaded intermediate pipe joint and potential leak path.
  • High-velocity centrifugal water separation with 5 µm, 25 µm, or 40 µm cleanable sintered bronze filter elements.
  • Relieving-type diaphragm regulator automatically discharges downstream backpressure surges to ambient.
  • Push-to-lock pressure adjustment knob prevents vibration-induced setpoint drift on high-frequency machines.
  • Proportional airline lubricator ensures precise micro-fog oil delivery across low and high flow demands.
  • Dual bowl options: high-strength transparent polycarbonate with steel cage or rugged die-cast aluminium metal bowl.
  • Universal port threading in BSPP, BSPT, and NPT conforming to ISO 228-1 and ASME B1.20.1 standards.
  • Supplied completely pre-assembled with dual-scale pressure gauge (0–10 bar / 0–150 PSI) and mounting bracket.
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Specification

2-Piece Combo FRL Unit Model FRL-2 (FR+L) available in port sizes 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 3/4″, and 1″ BSP/NPT. Max Operating Pressure: 10 bar (Polycarbonate), 16 bar (Metal bowl). Regulated Output: 0.5 to 10 bar (Optional 12 bar). Filtration: 5µm / 40µm. Lubricant: ISO VG 32. Standard automatic or manual drain.

Technical Specifications & Dimensions

Filter Regulator + Lubricators Technical Specifications & Performance Data

Explore comprehensive engineering parameters, flow coefficients (Kv / Cv), pressure ratings, and coil voltage configurations for Pioneer Industries Filter Regulator + Lubricators. Manufactured and 100% tested in accordance with international automation standards.

Metric Standard 2-Piece FR+L Unit Specifications & Operating Data
Metric Series (mm)
Model / Part No. Port Size (BSP) Nominal Flow (l/min) Filter Rating (µm) Set Range (bar) Max Press. (bar) Bowl Cap. (FR/L cm³) Weight (kg)
PI-FRL2-01-MG 1/8″6505 µm / 25 µm0.5 – 8.5 bar10 / 1615 / 25 cm³0.60
PI-FRL2-02-MG 1/4″1,4005 µm / 25 µm0.5 – 10 bar10 / 1625 / 40 cm³0.95
PI-FRL2-03-MG 3/8″2,80025 µm / 40 µm0.5 – 12 bar10 / 1645 / 65 cm³1.45
PI-FRL2-04-MG 1/2″3,80025 µm / 40 µm0.5 – 12 bar10 / 1645 / 65 cm³1.55
PI-FRL2-06-MG 3/4″6,00040 µm / 5 µm0.5 – 12 bar10 / 16130 / 150 cm³2.80
PI-FRL2-08-MG 1″7,50040 µm / 5 µm0.5 – 12 bar10 / 16130 / 150 cm³3.10
Imperial Port Thread, Flow Capacity (SCFM) & Assembly Dimensions
NPT / ANSI Series
Part Number NPT Port Airflow (SCFM) Filtration Rating Working Press. (PSI) Set Range (PSI) Temp. Range (°F) Drain Mechanism
PI-FRL2-NPT-011/8″ NPT23 SCFM5 µm / 25 µm150 / 230 PSI7 – 125 PSI32°F to 120°FManual Push Drain
PI-FRL2-NPT-021/4″ NPT49 SCFM5 µm / 25 µm150 / 230 PSI7 – 145 PSI32°F to 120°FAuto Float Drain
PI-FRL2-NPT-033/8″ NPT99 SCFM25 µm / 40 µm150 / 230 PSI7 – 175 PSI32°F to 150°FAuto Float Drain
PI-FRL2-NPT-041/2″ NPT134 SCFM25 µm / 40 µm150 / 230 PSI7 – 175 PSI32°F to 150°FAuto Float Drain
PI-FRL2-NPT-063/4″ NPT212 SCFM40 µm / 5 µm150 / 230 PSI7 – 175 PSI32°F to 185°FAuto Float Drain
PI-FRL2-NPT-081″ NPT265 SCFM40 µm / 5 µm150 / 230 PSI7 – 175 PSI32°F to 185°FAuto Float Drain
2-Piece FR+L Combo Metallurgy, Component Grades & Standards
Certified Materials Matrix
Component Standard Specification & Material Available Options & Grades
FR & Lubricator Bodies Die-Cast Aluminium ADC12 Epoxy Powder Coated ADC12 Alloy Anodized Aluminium 6061-T6 SS 316 for Extreme Offshore
Filter Element Porous Sintered Bronze CuSn8 (5 µm / 25 µm / 40 µm) Sintered Bronze Polyethylene Micro-Porous
Regulating Diaphragm Polyester Fabric Reinforced Nitrile Rubber (NBR) Fabric-Reinforced NBR Viton FKM for Elevated Temp
Bowls & Guards High-Impact Polycarbonate with Steel Protective Cage Polycarbonate (Max 50°C) Aluminium Metal Bowl (Max 85°C)
Modular Clamp Joiner Die-Cast Zinc Alloy / Steel with High-Tensile Fasteners Zinc Die-Cast Clamps T-Bracket Mounting Set
Elastomeric Seals Medium Nitrile Rubber (NBR -10°C to +70°C) NBR Standard Viton FKM (-10°C to +150°C)

Custom Engineering Available: Looking for custom port configurations, high-pressure ratings, or specific cleanroom options? Pioneer Industries manufactures tailor-made Filter Regulator + Lubricators to exact project specifications. Contact our Mumbai technical team at +91 9821023876 or email inquiry@pioneerfitting.com.

03 — Applications

Applications/Uses of Filter Regulator + Lubricators

Filter Regulator + Lubricators engineered by Pioneer Industries delivers precise, fail-safe automation performance across demanding industrial sectors:

01

Robot Arm & Gantry Pneumatic Dressing –

Direct mounting on articulated robotic arms, gantry pick-and-place units, and transfer shuttles where weight and envelope length are limited.

02

Automated Blister & Cartoning Machines –

Installed inside compact machine base frames to condition air feeding carton erecting, product pushing, and heat sealing cylinders.

03

Electronic Component Assembly Tables –

Providing filtered, regulated, and lubricated air to miniature pneumatic screwdrivers, pin inserters, and vacuum generators.

04

Pneumatic Test Benches & Lab Consoles –

Serving as dedicated, compact air preparation stations on mobile calibration carts and instrumentation quality test stands.

05

Printing Presses & Folding Units –

Regulating sheet feed pressures and lubricating high-speed pneumatic paper-jogging and rotary cutter actuators.

06

Semiconductor Material Handling –

Deployed with fine 5-micron filtration elements and metal bowls inside cleanroom equipment enclosures.

07

Automotive Tire Changers & Balancers –

Compact point-of-use conditioning for pneumatic bead breakers, wheel clamping jaws, and pneumatic assist arms.

08

Pharmaceutical Liquid Filling Lines –

Mounted within stainless steel machine enclosures conditioning air for sanitary metering valves and bottle capping heads.

04 — Industries

Applications Industries of Filter Regulator + Lubricators

Pioneer Industries’ Filter Regulator + Lubricators are widely deployed in critical automated processes including:

+ Industrial Automation
+ Oil & Gas Refineries
+ Chemical Processing
+ Power Generation Plants
+ Pharmaceutical Cleanrooms
+ Food & Beverage Packaging
+ Automotive Assembly
+ Marine & Offshore Rigs
+ Water & Wastewater Treatment
+ Textile Machinery
+ Nuclear Energy Facilities
+ Aerospace Test Benches
+ Dust Collector Systems
+ Heavy Engineering & Presses
+ Defence Equipment
05 — Range

Types of Pneumatic FRL Units offered by Pioneer Industries

06 — FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Filter Regulator + Lubricators

Technical guidance, sizing insights, and engineering answers for instrumentation engineers, automation system integrators, and procurement specialists sourcing Solenoid Valves from Pioneer Industries.

A 2-Piece FR+L unit combines the air filter and pressure regulator into a single unified "piggyback" housing, which is coupled to a separate lubricator via a modular joiner clamp. In contrast, a 3-piece FRL unit uses three separate individual bodies. The 2-piece design delivers the exact same 3-in-1 conditioning functions (filtration, regulation, lubrication) while reducing the total horizontal width by 30% to 35% and eliminating one threaded pipe joint.
In the piggyback unit, raw compressed air enters the lower bowl section, where high-velocity swirl vanes centrifugally separate water droplets and a porous element captures solid particles. The clean air then immediately travels upward into the upper bonnet assembly, where a fabric-reinforced diaphragm and range spring regulate the pressure to the desired working setpoint before routing it into the lubricator.
No. Pioneer Industries 2-piece FR+L combination units are engineered with high-flow internal cross-passages and balanced poppet geometry that match the flow capacities of equivalent-sized 3-piece units (up to 3,800 l/min on 1/2″ and 7,500 l/min on 1″ models), ensuring zero starvation during simultaneous high-speed cylinder cycling.
Pressure is set via the top-mounted rotary knob on the filter-regulator: pull the knob upward to unlock, rotate clockwise to increase pressure or counter-clockwise to decrease, and press down to lock. Oil dosing is calibrated via the knurled needle valve on top of the lubricator sight dome, visually counting drops through the transparent 360° sight glass while machines are cycling.
Yes. Pioneer Industries offers three drain options for the filter-regulator section: (1) Manual push-turn draincock; (2) Semi-automatic differential pressure drain (discharges water automatically whenever line pressure drops below 0.5 bar); and (3) Fully automatic internal float drain (discharges water automatically when condensate reaches a preset level, even under full line pressure).
We recommend standard non-detergent industrial pneumatic mineral oil with an ISO VG 32 viscosity rating (approximately SAE 10W). Do not use automotive engine oils containing detergent packages, synthetic lubricants with ester bases, or brake fluids, as these chemicals attack internal seals and can craze polycarbonate bowls.
The unit can be in-line pipe mounted supported by rigid steel airlines, wall-mounted via the included heavy-gauge zinc-plated steel T-bracket, or panel mounted through a standard cabinet cutout using the threaded panel nut on the regulator bonnet.
Yes. In addition to standard high-impact transparent polycarbonate bowls with steel protective cages (rated up to 10 bar / 145 PSI and +50°C), Pioneer Industries manufactures rugged all-metal die-cast aluminium bowls equipped with liquid level sight prisms, extending pressure ratings to 16 bar (230 PSI) and operating temperatures to +85°C.
Yes. The lower filter bowl utilizes a quick-release bayonet lock. Twisting the bowl 45° allows it to drop off easily without tools. The filter element can then be unthreaded, inspected, and ultrasonically cleaned or replaced in less than two minutes without disturbing airline plumbing.
Every Pioneer 2-Piece FR+L combination unit is 100% factory assembled, hydrostatically pressure tested, and calibrated for pressure regulation and oil siphoning before shipping. We provide comprehensive EN 10204 Type 3.1 Material Test Certificates and pneumatic performance test reports.
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