Desiccant Air Dryers

Heatless, Heated and Heated Blower

Desiccant Dryers...

Desiccant
Our reliable high strength, non-acidic desiccant
provides maximum performance and is easily
stored and handled. Environmentally friendly,
it eliminates worries associated with other
types of dryers, such as refrigerant leaks,
spills and disposal.

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Designed for Reliability
When we designed the Ingersoll Rand heatless,
heated and heated blower desiccant dryers we
set our sights on creating the most reliable
desiccant dryers you can purchase and operate.
And our success was extraordinary. We set a
new standard, and, in fact, re-wrote the book.

One look tells you that these dryers are like

no others…extremely low silhouette…
manifolds and valves within an arm's reach of
the operator…readily accessible fill and drain
ports…just a few of the differences apparent
New Low Profile Design Traditional Design
on the outside. Both externally and internally,
each model combines innovative engineering
and technically advanced, highly durable
Low Profile Design
components, to provide easy installation,
Our easy access design places key maintenance
operation, maintenance, and, simply, the most
points at operator level for faster servicing and
reliable desiccant dryers available.
less downtime. The lower silhouette also allows
upright shipment and facilitates installation.

Easy to Maintain High Performance Valves

With manifolds angled toward the center at State of the Art Controller
operator level, the valves are easily accessed The advanced microprocessor-controller
for maintenance. A typical diaphragm valve in maintains dryer performance at optimum levels.
a heatless dryer can be rebuilt in less than ten It constantly monitors dryer functions and
minutes, without removing the valve from provides alert when maintenance is required so
the manifold. that downtime is held to a minimum.

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Selecting An Ingersoll Rand
Desiccant Dryer
All three technologies – heatless, heated and is thoroughly dried as it is directed through
heated blower – use twin desiccant towers and the on-line desiccant-filled tower of the dryer.
strategically positioned valves for the process As the desiccant in this tower adsorbs moisture
of drying compressed air. Each Ingersoll Rand from the air, the desiccant in the dryer’s
model incorporates high-strength desiccant off-line tower is purged of moisture and readied
and durable, easily maintained valves for for use. The basic difference in the three
unsurpassed reliability, performance and technologies is the manner in which moisture
customer value. is desorbed from the desiccant, also known

Whether using a heatless, heated or heated as regeneration.

blower dryer, the compressed air produced

To air system

Heatless Dryers

Simplest of the three technologies, the heatless

dryer diverts a portion of the dried compressed
air to the off-line tower. This dry air then flows
through and regenerates the desiccant. The
purge air, now moisture laden, is harmlessly
exhausted through a muffler to the atmosphere.
Lowest in capital investment, this technology
may be more expensive to operate because it
requires a portion of the dried compressed
air to be diverted from the air system for
desiccant regeneration.

From air compressor

HL heatless desiccant dryer
Heatless dryers offer the lowest
capital investment.

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 From air compressor

Heated

These dryers operate similarly to heatless dryers,

with a big exception. Dried air diverted from the
air system is first passed through a high efficiency
external heater before entering the off-line tank
to regenerate the desiccant. Since this heated air
can hold considerably more moisture than
unheated air, only about half the amount of
dried compressed air is needed for regeneration.
Although the addition of the heater and
associated components raises the initial capital
investment for a heated dryer, less diverted
compressed air means lower operating costs.
EH heated desiccant dryer
To air system
Heated dryers offer a compromise between
operating efficiency and capital investment.

Heated Blower

This type of dryer does not divert dried

compressed air from the air system to remove From air compressor

moisture from the desiccant in the off-line tank.

Rather, it employs its own high performance
centrifugal blower to direct ambient air through
a heater and then through the off-line tank.
There the stream of heated air regenerates the
desiccant. Heated blower technology requires the
highest initial capital investment, but with no or
little diversion of compressed air from the
system for regeneration, it offers significantly
lower operating costs than the other two
desiccant dryer technologies.

So, how do you select the right desiccant dryer

technology? That depends on the variables, such as
system demand, compressed air capacity, air quality To air system
HB heated blower desiccant dryer
requirements, and applicable life cycle costs, that Heated blower dryers offer the lowest
operating cost.
are unique to your compressed air system.

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Ingersoll Rand HL Heatless
Desiccant Dryer
entering the dryer, and an after-filter to make
sure that only clean dried air exits the dryer.
As an additional design precaution, the dryer’s
switching valves are normally open and purge
valves normally closed, to allow air flow
through the dryer in case of power loss.

A standard feature of every Ingersoll Rand

heatless desiccant dryer is its NEMA 4 package,
providing increased protection of electrical
components, as well as advanced digital dryer
controls and displays. It includes a NEMA 4
electrical enclosure to protect against water and
condensation, a UL/ULC panel, and an advanced
digital electronic controller. In addition, every
HL comes standard with a compressor interlock
feature. This substantially prolongs compressor
life and improves reliability.

While reliability has been a key focus of its

design, the Ingersoll Rand HL heatless desiccant
HL heatless desiccant dryer
dryer is also a leader in its class for energy
efficiency and the health and safety of
Available in flows ranging from 120 SCFM operating personnel and the environment.
3 3
(3.4 nm /min.) to 1800 SCFM (51.0 nm /min.),
Ingersoll Rand HL heatless desiccant dryers are
designed to ensure a constant –40°F (-40°C) or
optionally –100°F (-70°C) pressure dew point,
virtually eliminating costly interruption of
production due to moisture. Clean air is further
assured by use of strategically placed filters: a
pre-filter to remove oil andcontaminants in air

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Ingersoll Rand EH Heated and
HB Heated Blower Desiccant Dryers
The EH and HB dryers use high performance
ball or butterfly valves for switching and
purge operations. These non-lubricated valves
are designed specifically for high temperature
applications and feature stainless steel
internals, filled PTFE seats, and include
double-acting pneumatic actuators.

EH heated desiccant dryer

Both EH heated and HB heated blower models
Ingersoll Rand EH heated desiccant dryers provide the reliability and safety features of
incorporate an external heater to heat dry heatless dryers, with
purge air. This allows EH dryers to divert increased energy
significantly less dry air from the air system efficiency. These features
for regenerating desiccant than is required by include heatless back-
heatless dryers. up mode in the event
Available in sizes ranging from 400 SCFM of heater or blower
3 3
(11.3 nm /min.) to 2100 SCFM (59.5 nm /min.), malfunction, and an
Ingersoll Rand EH dryers deliver –40°F (-40°C) innovative solid-state
pressure dew point air for critical applications. relay heater control
to extend valve and
heater life. NEMA 4
Ingersoll Rand HB heated blower desiccant
electrical enclosures
dryers are equipped with dedicated durable
are standard and
centrifugal blowers to provide purge air for
include an advanced
regeneration, eliminating the need to divert dry
multi-function
compressed air from the air system. Instead,
digital controller.
the blower directs ambient air through an
external heater and then through the off-line
tower to regenerate the desiccant. This means
more compressed air is available for critical
downstream applications. Available in sizes
from 1000 SCFM (28.3 nm3/min.) to 8000 SCFM
HB heated blower desiccant dryer
(226.5 nm3/min.), Ingersoll Rand HB dryers
deliver –40°F (-40°C) pressure dew point air.

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Benefits Of Desiccant Dryers

All of our desiccant dryers are designed with energy

efficiency, reliability, productivity and safety in mind:

• Engineered for low pressure drop through • Low profile places valves at operator’s level
valve selection, tower size and filter design and provides ready access to fill and drain

• Optional Energy Management System (EMS) ports, increasing operator safety, and ease

reduces purge consumption while maintaining of maintenance

a constant dew point, monitors the dew point • Pre-filter and after-filter protect desiccant
and extends the dryer cycle, greatly and downstream air from oil contamination
High efficiency heater reducing energy costs and particulates to help improve air quality,
reduces air needed to
• Large sound attenuating purge mufflers increasing productivity
regenerate desiccant.
minimize noise and include built-in relief • Easy to replace stainless steel desiccant
valves to enhance safety screen keeps downtime to a minimum

• Heater and/or blower controlled by outlet

regeneration temperature that shuts off to
After-filters help improve save electrical power once desiccant has
air quality, increasing
productivity. been thoroughly regenerated (available with
EMS on heated dryers)

Stainless steel desiccant

screens prevent
contamination of
the downstream air
system and are easily
removed for cleaning.

Low profile design, with angled manifolds,

makes maintenance a snap!

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Ingersoll Rand Desiccant
Dryer Controls

All Ingersoll Rand desiccant dryers, models HL,

EH and HB, are supplied with a digital
electronic multi-function controller as standard
equipment. This is the dryer’s command center.

The advanced digital controller is programmed

to execute all valve switching functions, as well
as to completely monitor dryer operations.
Further, it is MODBUS compatible, permitting
connection to MODBUS-capable networks, and
it makes possible some remarkable enhanced
dryer operating functions. The controller’s
full-featured panel includes:

• Backlit LCD Display for viewing critical

dryer parameters in all lighting conditions

• Integrated keypad, providing user with

access to all internal functions and
selectable displays

• Schematic depiction of dryer, offering visual

indication of current operating status

• Remote alarm contact

• Failure code storage

• Multiple displays, from “Dryer On/Off

Control” to “Regeneration Sequence Status”

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Global Reach...

Unsurpassed Local Customer Support

Ingersoll Rand provides its products and market channel partnership, mean that friendly
services directly or through distributors to Ingersoll Rand support is close at hand. In
customers in close to 200 countries. We focus addition to parts availability, qualified on-site
on providing innovation to increase your service is available globally.
productivity and profitability. Expect more
with Ingersoll Rand. We are your total
Preventative Maintenance and Warranty
solutions provider.
Factory training and certified Ingersoll Rand
technicians can protect your investment
Ready to Use Desiccant
by providing high quality preventative
Each dryer is shipped with a desiccant testing kit.
maintenance. In addition we can offer a
This allows the user to easily confirm the
comprehensive 7 year parts and labor warranty.
condition of the desiccant providing maximum
desiccant life and dew point performance.

Replacement Parts Made Easy

Ensure that you have all the right parts on
hand with our simplified ordering. Ingersoll
Rand’s reputation for dryer parts availability
is second to none.

Long Term Value The best overall value is getting

There is more to value than simply price.
the most out of your investment.
The commitment of many thousands of
Ingersoll Rand customer support
dedicated compressed air specialists, either
directly employed or members of a select
teams will help you protect
your investment.

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Desiccant Dryer Specifications
Model Capacity Heater Blower In/Out Dimensions in./(mm) Weight
3
SCFM nm /min. kW hp/(kW) Connection in. Width Depth Height lbs./(kg)

HL120 120 3.4 – – 1.0 NPT 40.5/(1029) 30/(762) 63/(1600) 563/(256)

HL160 160 4.5 – – 1.5 NPT 44.5/(1130) 32/(813) 66/(1676) 707/(321)
HL200 200 5.7 – – 1.5 NPT 44.5/(1130) 32/(813) 66/(1676) 731/(332)
HL250 250 7.1 – – 1.5 NPT 48.5/(1232) 32/(813) 67/(1702) 869/(395)
HL300 300 8.5 – – 2.0 NPT 48.5/(1232) 32/(813) 67/(1702) 924/(419)
HL400 400 11.3 – – 2.0 NPT 52.5/(1334) 32/(813) 68/(1727) 1115/(506)
HL500 500 14.2 – – 2.0 NPT 56.5/(1435) 34/(864) 82/(2083) 1564/(710)
HL600 600 17.0 – – 2.0 NPT 56.5/(1435) 34/(864) 82/(2083) 1664/(755)
HL800 800 22.7 – – 3.0 NPT 64/(1626) 42/(1067) 88/(2235) 2017/(916)
HL1000 1000 28.3 – – 3.0 NPT 64/(1626) 42/(1067) 88/(2235) 2237/(1016)
HL1200 1200 34.0 – – 3.0 NPT 64/(1626) 42/(1067) 88/(2235) 2424/(1100)
HL1500 1500 42.5 – – 4.0 FLG 78.5/(1994) 55/(1397) 81/(2057) 2974/(1350)
HL1800 1800 51.0 – – 4.0 FLG 84/(2134) 61/(1549) 94/(2388) 3905/(1773)

EH400 400 11.3 4.5 – 2.0 NPT 56.5/(1435) 34/(864) 82/(2083) 1539/(699)
EH500 500 14.2 4.5 – 2.0 NPT 56.5/(1435) 34/(864) 82/(2083) 1707/(775)
EH600 600 17.0 6 – 3.0 NPT 64/(1626) 47/(1194) 86/(2184) 2369/(1076)
EH800 800 22.7 7.5 – 3.0 NPT 64/(1626) 47/(1194) 86/(2184) 2681/(1217)
EH1000 1000 28.3 9 – 3.0 NPT 78.5/(1994) 48/(1219) 80/(2032) 3043/(1382)
EH1200 1200 34.0 12 – 3.0 NPT 78.5/(1994) 48/(1219) 80/(2032) 3285/(1491)
EH1500 1500 42.5 15 – 3.0 NPT 84/(2134) 55/(1397) 92/(2337) 4480/(2034)
EH1800 1800 51.0 18 – 4.0 FLG 84/(2134) 60/(1524) 92/(2337) 4956/(2250)
EH2100 2100 59.5 18 – 4.0 FLG 84/(2134) 60/(1524) 92/(2337) 5350/(2429)

HB1000 1000 28.3 24 7.5/(5.6) 3.0 NPT 78.5/(1994) 48/(1219) 80/(2032) 3767/(1710)
HB1200 1200 34.0 24 7.5/(5.6) 3.0 NPT 78.5/(1994) 48/(1219) 80/(2032) 4091/(1857)
HB1500 1500 42.5 30 15/(11.2) 3.0 NPT 84/(2134) 55/(1397) 92/(2337) 5515/(2504)
HB1800 1800 51.0 36 15/(11.2) 4.0 FLG 84/(2134) 60/(1524) 92/(2337) 6113/(2775)
HB2100 2100 59.5 45 15/(11.2) 4.0 FLG 84/(2134) 60/(1524) 92/(2337) 6911/(3138)
HB3000 3000 84.9 60 20/(14.9) 4.0 FLG 96/(2438) 66/(1676) 98/(2489) 9730/(4417)
HB4000 4000 113.3 80 25/(18.7) 6.0 FLG 102/(2591) 76/(1930) 90/(2286) 12167/(5524)
HB5000 5000 141.6 100 30/(22.4) 6.0 FLG 138/(3505) 87/(2210) 97/(2464) 13375/(6072)
HB6000 6000 169.9 125 30/(22.4) 6.0 FLG 150/(3810) 92/(2337) 103/(2616) 16000/(7264)
HB8000 8000 226.5 175 40/(29.8) 8.0 FLG 168/(4267) 98/(2489) 105/(2667) 19900/(9035)

Performance data per CAGI Standard 200 ADF 200

Maximum working pressure is 150 psig (10.3 barg)
Desiccant is factory installed on all models except HB3000 to HB8000
Dimensions and weights are approximate

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