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The Racor P Series is a Diesel Fuel Conditioning Module that comes equipped with an electric fuel pump, a fuel filter/water separator, a contaminant collection bowl with a water sensor, and a thermostatically-controlled PTC-type electric pre-heater.
Today’s sensitive high-pressure diesel fuel
injection systems demand complete removal of damaging water and
solid contaminants. At the same time, fuel additives mixed with
diesel and biodiesel have made fuel contaminant and water removal
more challenging than ever before.
The patented Racor P Series Diesel Fuel Conditioning Module (DFCM)
was developed to protect all new and existing diesel fuel injection
systems that require a priming or continuous duty pump to provide
fuel system pressure or intermittent priming operations. Its
innovative modular design incorporates all of the low pressure fuel
components required by the latest generation of
electronically-controlled fuel injection systems in a single
package, including a powerful brushed electric fuel pump, a high
efficiency fuel filter/water separator, a contaminant collection
bowl with a water sensor, and a thermostatically-controlled PTC-type
electric pre-heater. An electrical harness, pump control module, and
water-in-fuel detection kit is included.
All Racor P Series modules utilize Racor’s proprietary Aquabloc®
filtration elements. Aquabloc® is a unique engineered media that
incorporates pleat-spacing corrugations and a graduated pore
structure to increase dirt-holding capacity and extend filter life.
The media is waterproof and rustproof, capturing contaminants while
the specially treated surface separates and coalesces water from the
fuel; causing the water to gather into large droplets that then fall
into the clear collection bowl. Aquabloc® elements are available in
three different ratings, including:
30 micron (98%@30 micron) – Ideally suited as a pre-filter to
protect downstream filters from excessive contamination. Extends the
life of on-engine filters.
10 micron (98%@10 micron) - Captures more contaminants than 30
micron elements, and is more effective at stopping water. Extends
the life of the entire fuel system.
“2” micron (98%@4 microns) – Provides maximum water removal and
filtration and is capable of protecting all modern injection
systems, while greatly extending the life of difficult-to-service
on-engine filters.
P Series diesel fuel condition modules are available in several
configurations. The P Series product line featured here uses
conventional brushed pumps; suitable for low vibration
installations. A “smart” brushless pump system is also available for
on-engine and high-vibration locations. It can be programmed to
monitor and control fuel delivery and pressure via a built-in
computer module. This pump analyzes fuel system conditions and
communicates with the engine’s electronic control unit (ECU), which
then responds to the changing operating conditions.
For additional information on the P Series smart brushless pump
DFCM, please contact Parker Racor Division at racortech@parker.com.
How it works:
P Series diesel fuel conditioning modules feature a primary pleated
fuel filter cartridge that blocks particle contamination and free
water. Clean, dry fuel then enters the integral fuel pump, which
supplies flow and pressure to the rest of the fuel system. The
module can be used in a continuous flow mode at 0.32 gpm (1.2 lpm),
or as an intermittent priming pump. A pressure relief valve limits
pressure to 10 psi (69 kPa), and an in-head PTC heater helps with
cold starting.
Markets:
• Agriculture
• Construction
• Power Generation
• Oil and Gas
• On- and Off-highway
Applications:
• Diesel and Biodiesel Engines
Benefits:
• Removes water that enters the system through condensation in the
fuel tank. Any water present in the fuel stream will support
bacterial growth, which can cause clogged filters and result in the
formation of corrosive acids. Susceptible components then rust and
corrode, leading to erosion and wear of critical fuel system
components.
• Removes hard particles present in air that are introduced during
fueling, such as sand and silica.
• Removes soft contaminant particles from overheated and degraded
diesel fuel, which coat filters with black asphaltene-like
substance, leading to power loss and engine shutdown.
• Prevents costly injector damage and increases operational life of
downstream filters.
• Saves time and money by eliminating unplanned maintenance and
unscheduled downtime from system component failure.
• Filter materials and seals are compatible with ultra-low sulfur
diesel and biofuels up to B20 blend.
Features:
• Aquabloc® engineered media elements with 98% efficiency at 4, 10
or 30 micron
• Three system flow rates available: 30, 40 or 50 gph (114, 151, 189
lph)
• Equipped with integrated electric fuel pump rated at 0.32 gpm (1.2
lpm) at 10 psi (69 kPa), fuel filter/water separator, contaminant
collection bowl with a water sensor, and a
thermostatically-controlled PTC-type electric pre-heater.
• Innovative, modular fuel filter/water separator, bottom load
design
• Vacuum side fuel conditioning module protects pump
• Available in three housing sizes with 3/8” NPT fuel ports.
• Environmentally friendly, biodiesel compatible filter cartridge
• Self-venting drain and water-in-fuel sensor
• A removable and reusable contaminant collection bowl is standard
on all models (P3 and P5 Series have transparent collection bowls;
the P4 Series has a black non-transparent bowl).
• Operating Temperature: -40°F to +255°F (-40°C to +121°C)
• P3 and P4 modules can be upgraded to a P5 by using the P5
replacement element and bowl.