Lakos Sand Separators
The use of a sand filter (separator) may save you money over time by possibly extending the life of your regular water filters, water heaters and other water-using appliances. They may also prevent sand from depositing in your plumbing lines. Lakos is a leader in the sand filtration industry.
Centrifugal-Action Sand Separators
- Ideally suited for small system applications, side-stream installations and individual equipment protection
- Removes sand, grit and other fine solids from source of process water/liquid systems, removing 98% of such particles 200 mesh (74 microns) and larger
- With heavier solids (metal chips, lead, etc.), expect even better results
- Unique centrifugal style of filtration is not only efficient, but also trouble-free, boasting these standard features: no moving parts to wear out, no screens, cartridges, cones or filter elements to clean or replace, no backflushing, no downtime requirements, low pressure loss, and available in two standard materials of construction (carbon steel or low carbon content stainless steel (316L)
- Available in flow ranges from 3 gpm up to 290 gpm
- 150 psi maximum pressure rating
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- How does it work?
ILB Series - Carbon Steel Separators
3/4" NPT Male Purge
Order manual or automatic purge valve separately below
Mounting brackets and attachable legs sold separately below
ILS Series - 316L Stainless Steel Separators
150 PSI Maximum Pressure Rating
3/4" NPT Male Purge
Order manual or automatic purge valve separately below
Mounting brackets and attachable legs sold separately below
Drain Valves / Purge Systems
Manual Purge Valves and Kits
3/4" FIPS Brass Ball Valve
3/4" FIPS Stainless Steel Ball Valve
Lakos Visual Purge Kit
Automatic Purge Systems - Compact Motorized Ball Valve
For use with ILB & ILS sand separators
Purging separated solids from a sand separator is important. Automating that function is intelligent. The compact motorized ball valve makes it easy. Featuring integrated programming circuitry, this valve can be set to purge as often as every 15 minutes or as seldom as every 3-3/4 hours. Purge duration can be set anywhere from 12 to 90 seconds. Settings are fixed with a simple arrangement of switches located within the actuator housing.
- Eliminates the need for routine maintenance
- Minimizes water loss and concentrates solids for easy handling
- Bronze valve body with stainless steel ball
- Straight through ball valve, quick open-close actuator
- NEMA 4 watertight actuator housing, suitable for indoor-outdoor installation
- Cast aluminum actuator housing
- Single phase induction motor, 115 VAC, 1.8 AMP
- For use with ILB & ILS sand separators
- Maximum operating pressure: 150 psi
- Operating temperature range: 40-150°F (5-65°C)
- Suggested installation
NOTE: The manufacturer recommends a manual ball valve (not included) be used for isolation of the automatic purge valves if needed
We recommend this 3/4" Kitz brand ball valve = $14.58
Mounting Brackets / Attachable Legs
Mounting Bracket Clamp Kits
Shown: MBCK-022 Mounting Bracket
Mounting bracket features:
- Attaches to most surfaces that can support the weight (with water) of the desired sand separator
- Designed to mount your desired sand separator in the upright position
- Provides proper and professional support for the ILB & ILS series sand separators
- Available with both machine and lag bolts for you desired installation
- Constructed of high quality steel for superior durability
- Comes with 2 brackets per kit for added top and bottom support
- Suggested installation
Tripod Attachable Legs
Attachable Leg features:
- Designed specifically for ILB/ILS in-line separators
- Ideal for applications that require the sand separator to stand vertically on its own
- Two-part clamp-on tripod legs provide a sturdy foundation for ILB or ILS separators.
- Provides proper and professional support for the ILB & ILS series sand separators
- Constructed of high quality steel for superior durability
- View mounting diagram
Related Items & Accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. "What's the difference between 316 and 316L stainless steel?"
A. 316L stainless steel contains less carbon than 316 stainless steel and higher levels of chromium, nickel and molybdenum. 316L is used where high corrosion resistance is required.
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