Black water in air lines is usually a mixture of condensate, oil and rust. It signals problems with the separator, filtration or piping.
What It Is
- Condensate mixed with oil from carryover.
- Rust particles from corroded steel piping.
- Contaminants that damage tools and products.
Causes
- High oil carryover past the separator.
- Blocked drains letting water accumulate.
- Corroding or aging piping.
Fixes
- Replace the separator and service drains.
- Install proper filtration and drying.
- Replace corroded piping with clean material.
Is black water in air lines harmful?
Yes. It contaminates products, damages tools and indicates oil carryover or corrosion that needs attention.
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