Condensate drain BEKOMAT® 14

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Overview
BEKO condensate drain BEKOMAT® 14, 14 CO, 14 CO PN25. The BEKOMAT series (standard units 12, 13, 14 and 16) offers volume-adaptive condensate drainage using an integrated capacitive sensor to minimise compressed air loss and energy consumption. The intelligent electronics ensure controlled discharge and often allow faster payback compared with time-controlled drains.

Operation and benefits

• Capacitive level sensor for volume-controlled condensate evacuation.
• Minimal compressed air loss during discharge.
• Works with oily and oil-free condensates depending on variant (CO versions).
• Compatible with multiple supply voltages and offers IP65 protection.

Intended use

• Electronically level-controlled condensate drain for compressed air systems.
• Use within permitted operating parameters (see technical data).
• Can drain condensate from pressurised plant components with almost no compressed air loss.
• Requires appropriate supply voltage and operating pressure to function.
• For applications with high compressed-air quality requirements (food, medical, laboratories, special processes), the operator must define and implement monitoring measures.
• BEKOMAT and condensate lines must be protected from freezing.

Technical data / specifications

• Models: BEKOMAT® 14 / 14 CO / 14 CO PN25
• Max. compressor capacity: 150 m3/min
• Max. refrigerated dryer capacity: 300 m3/min
• Max. filter capacity: 1500 m3/min
• Operating pressure (min./max.): BEKOMAT 14 & 14 CO = 0.8 ... 16 bar (g); 14 CO PN25 = 1.2 ... 25 bar (g)
• Housing material: BEKOMAT 14 = aluminium; 14 CO / 14 CO PN25 = aluminium, hard-coated
• Ambient temperature: +1 °C ... +60 °C
• Weight (empty): BEKOMAT 14 & 14 CO = 2.9 kg; 14 CO PN25 = 3.1 kg
• Inlet/outlet connections & options: General connections: 3 x G3/4 (internal) [optional: NPT thread]; condensate outlet: BEKOMAT 14 / 14 CO = 1 x G1/2 (external) with hose tail, hose Ø int. = 13 mm; 14 CO PN25 = 1 x G3/8 (internal) without tail, hose Ø int. = 13 mm
• Supply voltage: 230 / 200 / 115 / 100 / 24 VAC ±10%, 50 ... 60 Hz / 24 VDC ±10%
• Power consumption: P < 8.0 VA
• Protection class: IP65
• Recommended conductor cross-section (mains): 3 x 0.75 ... 1.5 mm² (AWG 16 ... 18)
• Recommended protection: AC recommended: 1 A (slow blow); DC required: 1 A (slow blow)
• Contact load (potential-free relay): max. AC 250 V, DC 30 V / 1 A; min. DC 5 V / 10 mA
• Condensate type: BEKOMAT 14 = oily condensate; BEKOMAT 14 CO & 14 CO PN25 = oily and oil-free condensate

Maintenance and notes

• Regular maintenance and use of original spare parts increase reliability and service life.
• Do not exceed the maximum operating pressure stated on the nameplate.
• Service tasks must be carried out only on de-pressurised systems.
• Protect unit and condensate piping from frost.
• In case of alarms (e.g. high condensate level, blocked line), locate and rectify the cause before restart.