What is a Transformer Silica Gel Breather?
Dehydrating breathers, sometimes referred to as silica gel breathers, prevent moisture from ambient air coming into contact with an electrical transformer’s insulating liquid. The breather contains hydrophilic (attracted to water) crystal or bead-shaped silica gel.
Transformer Silica Gel Breather Suppliers In South Africa
Guardian Breathers cc Manufacture Breathers for Electrical Transformers, Gearboxes, Hydraulic Systems, Storage Tanks and Tankers.
Guardian Breathers supply Silica Gel crystals in bags, small packs and sachets. Proudly 100% South African manufactured product.
What type of silica gel breather is used in transformers?
- Silica Gel Blue Beads & Crystals. Silica Gel Orange Beads. Silica Gel Breather.
- Silica Gel White Beads & Crystals.
What is the chemical used in the transformer breather?
silica gel
The chemical used in the respirator of the transformer is silica gel.
What is the function of silica gel in a transformer breather?
Silica gel is used in breather transformers to control the level of moisture and prevent it from entering the equipment.
They are mainly useful in protecting the transformer oil from the damaging effects of moisture. Silica gel blue crystals and orange beads work effectively in this application
Is silica gel used in a buchholz relay?
The Dry Air Pump from PBwel provides a portable solution for on-site testing of Gas and Oil operated Buchholz Relays.
A charge of air is created in the polycarbonate cylinder by means of a foot-operated pump. The cylinder contains an indicating silica gel which absorbs the moisture present in the air.