{"product_id":"xtool-air-dryer","title":"xTool Air Dryer","description":"\u003ch2\u003exTool Air Dryer for MetalFab\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Essential Component for Every Compressed-Air MetalFab Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe xTool Air Dryer is not simply an optional compressor accessory. It is a necessary part of any compressed-air supply system used with the xTool MetalFab Laser Welder and CNC Cutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAir compressors naturally introduce moisture, microscopic particles and, depending on the compressor, traces of oil into the air supply. Sending untreated compressed air directly into the MetalFab can interfere with cutting performance, contaminate the protective lens and place critical components at risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe xTool Air Dryer conditions the compressed air before it reaches your MetalFab, helping provide the clean, dry and consistent airflow needed for reliable metal cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Your MetalFab Air Compressor Needs an Air Dryer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompressed air may look clean, but it can contain water vapor, condensation, dust, oil and other contaminants. These contaminants can travel through the air line and reach the cutting head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003exTool warns that if water enters the line, cutting results may deteriorate and water droplets may appear on the lens protector. When this occurs, xTool instructs users to stop cutting, verify that the air dryer is operating properly and replace the affected lens protector before resuming work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, we strongly recommend that every customer using an air compressor—whether it is the xTool Air Compressor or another compatible compressor—install the xTool Air Dryer as part of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not connect untreated shop air directly to your MetalFab.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHyperPure™ Triple-Stage Filtration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe xTool Air Dryer uses a three-stage, industrial-grade filtration system to remove moisture, oil and airborne contaminants from the compressed-air supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to xTool, the filtration system delivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99% moisture removal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e36°F dew point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99.999% oil removal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil content reduced to 0.01 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99.999% dust removal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParticle content reduced to 0.01 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highly filtered air helps support cleaner cuts, more consistent performance and better protection for the MetalFab’s cutting head and lens protector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupports High-Performance Metal Cutting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen paired with the xTool Air Compressor and SaveGas™ nozzle, the Air Dryer helps create a compressed-air system capable of supporting demanding cutting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003exTool reports that this combination can produce approximately 87 PSI of working pressure and cut materials such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel up to 4 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum up to 4 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrass up to 3 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual cutting capability may vary according to the MetalFab model, material, nozzle, air pressure, settings and operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible With the xTool Air Compressor or a Suitable Shop Compressor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe xTool Air Dryer can be used with the xTool Air Compressor or incorporated into a compatible customer-supplied compressor system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it an excellent choice for MetalFab owners who already have a shop compressor but still need the filtration and moisture control required for laser metal cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Air Dryer uses an \u003cstrong\u003eM10 quick-connect fitting for 10 mm air hose\u003c\/strong\u003e, matching the connection used by the xTool MetalFab system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer-supplied compressors must meet xTool’s required pressure, airflow and air-quality specifications. The Air Dryer does not increase the capability of an undersized compressor; it conditions the air supplied by the compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact, Shop-Friendly Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial compressed-air treatment systems can take up a considerable amount of floor space. xTool engineered its compressor and dryer system to provide industrial-grade air treatment in a more compact format suitable for workshops, studios, schools and small fabrication businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Air Dryer fits neatly into a complete MetalFab workstation without requiring a large industrial air-treatment installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnited States Electrical Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor installations in the United States and Canada, the xTool Air Dryer requires:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–120 VAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 450W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Air Dryer plugs into a standard-voltage electrical supply, while the xTool Air Compressor has separate 200–240V power requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways verify the electrical label on the unit and follow applicable electrical codes before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProper Startup and Shutdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor correct operation, xTool specifies the following sequence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStartup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn on the Air Dryer first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn on the air compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the system to build pressure and begin supplying clean, dry air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm proper pressure before operating the MetalFab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShutdown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn off the air compressor first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn off the Air Dryer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compressor is typically set to \u003cstrong\u003e1.0 MPa in Fast mode\u003c\/strong\u003e when used with the MetalFab system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Purchase Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn air dryer is required whenever compressed air is used as the gas supply for the xTool MetalFab.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase this Air Dryer if:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are purchasing the xTool Air Compressor separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou already own a compatible shop compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour MetalFab package did not include an Air Dryer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are building a compressed-air alternative to bottled nitrogen or argon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou want to help prevent moisture, oil and dust from entering your MetalFab cutting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn air compressor supplies pressure. 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