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AeroX AirID-140 Heatless Desiccant Air Dryer – 140 CFM, −68°F Dew Point

$5,500.00

The AeroX AirID-140™ is a 140 CFM heatless desiccant air dryer delivering ultra-low dew points down to -68°F. Designed for high-CFM dry ice blasting and industrial compressed air systems where moisture control is critical.

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💨 AeroX AirID-140 Heatless Desiccant Air Dryer

High-Flow Ultra-Dry Air for Serious Operations

When airflow increases, moisture control becomes exponentially more critical.

The AeroX AirID-140 is engineered to deliver 140 CFM of ultra-dry compressed air with a pressure dew point down to -68°F, making it the ideal solution for:

• High-CFM dry ice blasting
• Larger LP-Series compressor systems
• Industrial cleaning operations
• Multi-tool air systems
• Humid and high-temperature regions

If you’re running longer hose runs, larger nozzles, or higher output blasting systems — the AirID-140™ is the drying backbone your operation depends on.


❄️ Why Desiccant Drying Is Critical (Especially at Higher CFM)

Refrigerated dryers remove bulk moisture.
Desiccant dryers remove water vapor at the molecular level.

As CFM increases, so does:

• Moisture carryover
• Saturation risk
• Freeze-up potential
• Contamination risk

A refrigerated dryer alone cannot reach ultra-low dew points.

The AirID-140™ heatless regenerative desiccant system is designed to achieve dew points down to -68°F, keeping compressed air far below saturation — even in hot, humid climates.


🌧️ Why Ultra-Low Dew Point Matters for Dry Ice Blasting

Moisture is the #1 enemy of dry ice blasting performance.

Wet air can cause:

• Ice buildup inside hoses and guns
• Pellet clumping
• Inconsistent feed rates
• Reduced cleaning energy
• Downtime and service issues

With the AirID-140™:

✔ Smooth ice flow
✔ Stable pressure delivery
✔ Reduced freeze-ups
✔ More consistent blasting performance
✔ Protection of expensive blaster internals

For high-CFM systems, desiccant drying is often non-negotiable.


🧠 How the Heatless System Works

The AirID-140™ uses a dual-tower regenerative design.

  1. Compressed air enters one tower and flows upward through desiccant beads.
  2. Moisture is adsorbed and retained in the desiccant media.
  3. Dry air exits to your downstream equipment.
  4. 6–8% of the dried air is redirected to regenerate the second tower.
  5. Towers automatically switch on a timed cycle.

This continuous cycle provides uninterrupted ultra-dry air with no operator input.


🔁 Heatless Regeneration = Reliable & Efficient

• No heaters
• No additional regeneration power draw
• Lower operating costs
• Continuous duty operation
• Proven industrial design

Simple. Efficient. Industrial.


⚠️ Rated Flow vs Actual Flow (Important)

The AirID-140™ is rated at 140 CFM based on recommended flow to preserve desiccant life and maintain optimal dew point performance.

Yes — these units can physically flow slightly higher volumes.

However:

Running higher than rated CFM will:
• Increase desiccant saturation speed
• Shorten media life
• Require more frequent bead replacement

This does not damage the dryer — it simply increases maintenance frequency.

We rate our dryers conservatively so you protect your investment and maintain consistent dew point performance.


🛠️ Maintenance & Service Indicators

Desiccant dryers are simple and easy to maintain.

How to Tell When Service Is Needed:

• Dew point begins rising above specification
• Visible moisture downstream
• Excess purge exhaust moisture
• Pressure drop increases
• Desiccant beads show discoloration (oil contamination)
• Reduced drying efficiency

Desiccant replacement is straightforward and can be performed in-house.

Typical desiccant life depends on:
• Inlet air quality
• Oil carryover
• Operating CFM
• Humidity levels
• Proper upstream filtration

With clean, properly filtered air, media life is long and predictable.


🔌 Power Options

Standard:
• 120V / 60Hz / Single Phase

Optional:
• 220V Single Phase

Additional voltage configurations available upon request.


🔄 Perfect System Design: Refrigerated + Desiccant

In an ideal compressed air system:

  1. Refrigerated dryer removes bulk moisture
  2. Desiccant dryer polishes remaining vapor

This two-stage drying system delivers maximum reliability and longest equipment life — especially for dry ice blasting systems.


📊 Technical Specifications

Model: AeroX AirID-140™
Dryer Type: Heatless regenerative desiccant
Rated Flow Capacity: 140 CFM
Inlet / Outlet: G1 (1″ NPT)
Number of Towers: 2
Pressure Dew Point: Down to -68°F
Regeneration Air Use: Approx. 6–8% of dried air
Duty Cycle: Continuous industrial duty
Power: 120V / 60Hz (standard), 220V optional


🚀 Ideal Applications

• High-CFM dry ice blasting systems
• Industrial manufacturing facilities
• CNC & production shops
• Multi-tool compressed air systems
• Mobile trailer setups
• Humid or high-temperature regions


💡 Why Choose AeroX AirID Desiccant Dryers?

✔ Conservatively rated for long desiccant life
✔ Ultra-low dew point performance
✔ Heatless, energy-efficient operation
✔ Easy bead replacement & service
✔ Designed specifically for dry ice blasting environments
✔ Available in higher or lower flow models


💨 AeroX AirID-140

When airflow increases, dryness becomes critical.


📊 Refrigerated vs Desiccant Comparison

Feature Refrigerated Dryer Desiccant Dryer
Typical Dew Point 35°F – 50°F Down to NEG -40°F to -68°F
Removes Bulk Water Yes Yes
Removes Water Vapor Limited Yes (Molecular Level)
Energy Use Lower Uses 6–8% purge air
Maintenance Low Desiccant replacement required
Best For General shop air Dry ice blasting & precision systems
Ideal Setup First stage Second stage (polishing)

Additional information

Weight 200 lbs
Dimensions 11 × 13 × 60 in

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