{"product_id":"champion-cfl20c-particulate-air-filter-20-scfm","title":"Champion CFL Series Inline Filter – General Purpose 20 SCFM Grade C Particulate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChampion CFL20C11APYTW\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eGrade C general-purpose particulate inline filter\u003c\/strong\u003e rated at \u003cstrong\u003e20 SCFM\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to remove solid contaminants from compressed air streams before they reach your dryer, downstream coalescing filters, or point-of-use tools. Built for working pressures up to \u003cstrong\u003e300 PSIG\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CFL20C is the workhorse pre-filter in the Champion CFL family and a critical first line of defense in any compressed-air treatment train.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Compressed Air Filtration Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAtmospheric air pulled into a compressor carries dust, pollen, rust scale, pipe debris, and microscopic abrasive particles. The compression process concentrates those contaminants by a factor of 7× to 10×. Left unfiltered, that grit erodes valves, scores cylinder walls in pneumatic actuators, blinds dryer heat exchangers, contaminates paint finishes, and shortens the service life of every downstream coalescing element. Installing a Grade C particulate filter as your first stage of treatment protects every piece of capital equipment that follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eISO 8573-1:2010 Air Quality Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CFL20C is engineered to deliver compressed air conforming to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Particles: ISO 8573-1 Class 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — No particle larger than 1 micron, particulate concentration below 400,000 per cubic meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemaining Oil Content: ISO 8573-1 Class 4\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bulk oil and oil aerosol removal sufficient for general industrial use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis makes the CFL20C an ideal pre-filter ahead of a refrigerated air dryer, a desiccant tower, or a Grade E high-efficiency coalescing filter for applications requiring instrument-quality air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade C General Purpose Element\u003c\/strong\u003e — Removes particulates down to 1 micron at high efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 SCFM Rated Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sized for compressors in the 5 HP class or as a polishing filter on a larger system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300 PSIG Maximum Working Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-pressure rating for demanding industrial systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150°F Maximum Inlet Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — Withstands hot air directly off a reciprocating compressor when paired with proper cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Cast Aluminum Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Corrosion-resistant, hydrostatically tested at the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifferential Pressure Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tells you exactly when the element needs replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Float Drain\u003c\/strong\u003e — Continuously removes collected liquid without operator intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Inline Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bolts directly into existing plant air piping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField-Replaceable Element\u003c\/strong\u003e — Annual filter change keeps the housing in service for decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChampion Pneumatic Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — Backed by over a century of compressed-air engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel (CCN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFL20C11APYTW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC — General Purpose Particulate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 SCFM @ 100 PSIG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Working Pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 PSIG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Inlet Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150°F (65°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 8573-1 Solids Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 2 (1 micron \/ 400,000 particles\/m³)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 8573-1 Oil Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic float drain (standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePleated borosilicate fiber, replaceable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast aluminum, epoxy painted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Applications for the CFL20C\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CFL20C is the right particulate filter for shops running compressors in the 3 to 5 HP range, point-of-use polishing on larger systems, plasma-cutter feed lines, paint-prep stations, dental and laboratory air, dry sandblasting cabinets, automotive service bays, and any general industrial application where you need ISO Class 2 solids before the air hits a tool or instrument. Field engineers often install one ahead of a Champion CRH Series refrigerated dryer to protect the dryer heat exchanger from rust scale and pipe debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild Your Filtration Train\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a complete compressed-air treatment system, install filters in series in the following order: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eCFL Grade C particulate filter\u003c\/strong\u003e at the compressor discharge to remove bulk solids; (2) refrigerated or desiccant \u003cstrong\u003edryer\u003c\/strong\u003e to remove moisture; (3) \u003cstrong\u003eCFL Grade E coalescing filter\u003c\/strong\u003e downstream of the dryer to deliver instrument-quality air. Adding a Grade C as both pre- and final stage doubles the protection on dust-sensitive applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eElement Replacement and Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the element annually or whenever the differential-pressure indicator shows a 5 PSID rise across the filter, whichever comes first. Operating with a clogged element wastes compressed-air energy (roughly 1% of compressor horsepower per PSID of pressure drop) and risks element rupture. Champion replacement elements are stocked at Air Compressor Store with same-day shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Air Compressor Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Compressor Store is an authorized Champion Pneumatic distributor. Every CFL Series filter ships with the full factory warranty, lifetime application support, and access to our certified compressed-air engineers for sizing and system design. If you're not sure whether you need Grade C, Grade E, or both, call us—free consultation, no obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Grade C and Grade E?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrade C removes solid particulates (rust, dust, pipe scale) and bulk liquid water. Grade E is a high-efficiency coalescing filter that removes oil aerosols, submicron particles, and oil vapor. In a properly designed system, you install Grade C upstream and Grade E downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the CFL20C remove oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt removes bulk oil and oil aerosols to ISO 8573-1 Class 4, which is fine for general industrial work. 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