SubscribeElectrostatic Discharging in airport fuel monitor elements
Mr. Hesse is working at the Airport in Paderborn.
As there were problems with electro static discharging in the Monitor Vessels again and again, Mr. Hesse was very interested in our newly developed 2"-Monitor element model M.2-770/E. After having tested our new Monitor elements in a Filter Monitor Vessel type FFM-9-12 for a period of about 3 months, all vessels at the Paderborn Airport were converted to the FAUDI Aviation Element model M.2-770/E.
The reason for the use of these Elements was continual electro static discharging in all vessels, which were noticed by heavy "crackling" and fume residue on elements and cover plate.
Mr. Hesse told us that they had already tested 2"-Monitor elements of all other Manufactures and they found out, that when the elements had been changed the situation got better - but only for a short time of 3 - 4 weeks. Then the same "crackling" and "banging" in the Monitor Vessels started again and this occurred during the whole refuelling procedure.
When FAUDI Aviation passed and published the API/IP-Test 1583 according to 4th Edition for the new 2"-Monitor/electro static elements in December 2004 - the staff of the Paderborn Airport heard about it. - As there was now a Manufacturer, who had developed a special 2"-Monitor element against the electro static discharging, it was obvious for them to try this element model. After the first vessel was converted to the new 2"-Monitor elements, "crackling" or "banging" wasn't heard anymore. Even 6 to 8 weeks after the installation of our 2"-Monitor elements the vessels were still free from electro startic discharging. During the refuelling process an electro static discharging did not appeared.
For Mr. Hesse of the Airport in Paderborn as well as Customers in Munich, Zurich and other locations worldwide it was a reason to use the new FAUDI Aviation 2"-Monitor elements model M.2-770/E in all their vessels.
We are glad having made another contribution to the safety.
2" Monitor-Elements out to in
Electrical conductive
Design Features
Tested and approved in accordance with the API(IP) bulleting 1583, 4th edition (Qualification Procedures for Aviation Fuel Filter Monitors with Absorbent Type Elements). Less than 15 ppm of free water in the effluent. Works even in the presence of surfactants and additives in the fuel. Fully interchangeable with other API(IP) approved elements.
Less than 0.26 mg/l average of solids in the effluent.
Filter monitor vessels are fitted with monitor elements and used on aircraft refuelling vehicles, hydrant dispensers and other mobile fuelling equipment. This element is according to the amended information of API(IP) 1583, 4th edition, conductive and will therefore help to prevent electrostatic discharge!
This element is not suitable for the use with Aviation fuels containing anti-icing additives (FSII) and therefore it should not be applied.
Technical Details
- Tested and approved to API(IP) 1583, 4th edition
- Nominal Filtration: 1μm
- Change out differential pressure: 1.5 bar (22 psi)
- Burst pressure: 12 bar (175 psi)
- Recommended service time: 12 months1
- Recommended storage time: 24 months1&2
- Operating temperature: max. 80°C, min. -30°C
- Resistance: <= 60 KOhm
- O-ring in NBR (Buna-N)
- Flow direction: out to in
- Outside diameter: 50 mm (2")
- Labeling acccording to API(IP) 1583, 4th edition (date of manufacturing, ID-Number etc.) on the endcap
1 Manufacturer recommendation
2 Original packaging, 20°C and max. 50% humidity after date of shipment out of FAUDI Aviation stock.
| Flow Rate | Length | Interchangeable with | ||||
| GPM | l/min | mm | inch | Velcon | Facet | |
| M.2-134/E | 5 | 19 | 134 | 5 9/32 | CDF-205N | FG-205-4 |
| M.2-261/E | 10 | 38 | 261 | 10 1/4 | CDF-210N | FG-210-4 |
| M.2-387/E | 15 | 57 | 387 | 15 7/32 | CDF-215N | FG-215-4 |
| M.2-515/E | 20 | 76 | 515 | 20 9/32 | CDF-220N | FG-220-4 |
| M.2-642/E | 25 | 95 | 642 | 25 9/32 | CDF-225N | FG-225-4 |
| M.2-770/E | 30 | 114 | 770 | 30 5/16 | CDF-230N | FG-230-4 |
