Atlas Copco

Quality Air Solutions

XD Series
Heat of compression reactivated adsorption dryers
Total capability, total responsibility

Right at the heart of your business, Atlas Copco delivers Atlas Copco has been setting the industry standard
quality compressed air for superior operational capacity. in compressed air technology for more than a century.
From compressed air generation to point of use, you can Our dedication to offer the best products and services
choose from our wide range of products to create is not limited to plant air solutions, but extends
a complete compressed air system tailored to your to air treatment solutions, meeting the exact needs
specific needs. All Atlas Copco products are engineered of the specific process. Around the clock and around
to integrate seamlessly, ensuring the highest level the globe, the XD adsorption dryer series is proving
of reliability and energy efficiency. to be a trusted partner for state-of-the-art high capacity
air treatment.

Choice Tailoring Energy efficiency

Atlas Copco masters each drying principle At Atlas Copco we provide the industry’s Heat of compression is the energy stored
and offers the most energy efficient broadest portfolio of offerings to help you in the air during the physical compression
solution for each application. achieve the most efficient compressed process. By using this freely available
air system and optimize your production energy source to regenerate the desiccant,
process at the same time. energy consumption and costs are saved.

Energy
We are committed to your superior productivity
through interaction and innovation.
 Reliability
Expertise
Since 1903 Atlas Copco’s philosophy has been to continually improve our
products through intensive R&D, with the aim to maximize the value for our
customers. Since the late 60’s we have been developing heat of compression
dryers to match almost any size and type of oil-free compressors. What’s
more, we are most likely the only company that can offer a complete range
of heat of compression reactivated adsorption dryers. With the patented
XD -70°C, Atlas Copco is also the first to offer a heat of compression
adsorption dryer for the extremely low dewpoint range.

Trouble-free installation & commissioning

The modular XD design is easy to install. Simply put the piping skid on a concrete floor together
with the two drying vessels and just connect the flanges in between. Only one pipe is needed
to connect the compressor to the dryer.

The professional follow-up

Service Contracts make sure you get the right maintenance,
immediate response and genuine spare parts… all over the globe.

Safety
Complete safety
When an XD dryer is combined with a Z compressor, your process, products and the environment
are safeguarded from contamination. Z compressors are the first air compressors TÜV-certified as
“oil-free” (ISO 8573-1 CLASS 0). Furthermore, XD-G units are equipped with an emergency back-up
mode that allows the dryer to be fed with pre-cooled compressed air. Even under the most adverse
operating conditions, Atlas Copco XD dryers keep your production going.
 State-of-the-art, energy-free drying
Removing moisture from compressed air even in the harshest conditions, Atlas Copco’s XD
adsorption dryers eliminate system failures, production downtime and costly repair
and service works.

REDUCED ENERGY COSTS HIGH CORROSION RESISTANCE

• Atlas Copco’s zero purge solution does not consume any • The unique scope of supply includes standard stainless steel
compressed air. Consequently, there is no need to oversize your components such as coolers, process valves, heaters and a strainer.
compressor installation to account for purge losses.
• All piping is fully galvanized.
• The high performance desiccant minimizes energy consumption
during the regeneration cycle. • The cooler shells and water piping are internally coated.
• The low pressure drop of all individual components (coolers,
vessels, piping, etc.) results in an overall low pressure drop.
• Combined with advanced Elektronikon® controls, the dynamic
heating sequence optimizes the total energy needs.
• The state-of-the-ART control logic (Adaptive Regeneration
Technology) actively controls the regeneration parameters,
responding to changing working conditions while optimizing
the total energy needs.
• The high quality coolers ensure low approach temperatures,
leading to lower loads of the desiccant and longer drying
cycle times.
• Contrary to competitive solutions, the XD Zero Purge can use
both of the installed coolers during the complete cycle time,
thereby lowering the load on the desiccant and the energy
required for regeneration.
• The XD-G versions are equipped with internal heaters that
generate the heat exactly where it is required: in the vessels.

LOW NOISE
• The zero purge dryers exclude all need for purge air.
• As there is no purge, the noise levels are absolutely minimized.

Flow capacity comparison

8000

7000

6000

5000
Flow capacity in l/s

4000

3000

2000
2
1000

0
1

1 General suitability of BD dryers versus XD-G dryers

2 General suitability of MD dryers versus XD-S dryers

 Thanks to their pioneering technology, XD dryers ensure the lowest pressure drop and
lowest energy consumption for the highest possible efficiency – saving you time
and money throughout the production process.

EASY INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE

• The modular design existing of a flanged piping skid and • There are no hidden costs whatsoever.
instrumentation and two flanged vessels allows for easy • All controls and switches are connected to the Elektronikon controller.
installation on site, reducing the installation costs to a minimum
and guaranteeing quick commissioning. • The controller arrives fully programmed on-site and reduces
installation time and cost.
• Minimum down-time during maintenance of the dryer is ensured
thanks to the rodding capability of water tubes with the cooler
bundles in place.
• Standard forklift slots and lifting eyes.
• Standard DN500/20" manway on all XD -70°C sizes and regular
XD sizes ≥ XD 2400.
• Standard Electronic Water Drains with manual drains to allow
service while the dryer is in operation.
• As the water separators are built in, no pre-filters are required.
• Small footprint thanks to modular concept.

RELIABILITY
• The high corrosion resistant standard ensures extended lifetime
and minimum down-time for maintenance.
• The high performance desiccant has a longer lifetime as it is less
sensitive to aging and has a higher resistance to the acid condensate.
• Extended heater protection: temperature sensor, thermostat,
minimum flow protection.
• All process stainless steel valves are standard equipped with
inductive limit switches, which are integrated in the advanced
Elektronikon system.
• The stainless steel coolers are equipped with electronic
condensate drains with alarms. All vessels are oversized.
• The extended data measurements are guarded by the Elektronikon,
which monitors all critical components as standard: valves,
heaters, water drains, air pressure, temperature and flow.
This way, low energy operation and immediate feedback in case
of malfunctions and safety shutdowns are ensured.
• Double water separation design: water is separated in the coolers
as well as inside the vessels.
• The reversed internal flow design of the vessels ensures an optimal
distribution of the air flow over the entire width of the desiccant bed.
This way, the load on the desiccant is reduced and its
life-time increased.
• The design does not compromise on reliability.
 The drying principle
Atlas Copco’s XD adsorption dryers use the heat of compression reducing energy and operating costs. As any need for outside
from oil-free compressors to dry compressed air. This heat is used energy supply can be eliminated, adsorption is by far the most
effectively to regenerate the high quality desiccant, significantly economical method of compressed air drying.

Typical air flow example of an XD zero purge dryer

Hot wet compressed air Cold wet compressed air

Dryer inlet Cooled wet compressed air Cold dry compressed air

Vessel A Vessel B

Dryer outlet

Cooler 1

Cooler 2
Vessel A: Regeneration phase
Vessel B: Drying phase

A WEALTH OF POSSIBILITIES

XD-S models: XD-G models:

Use the heat of compression for regeneration and feature dewpoints Combine heat of compression re-activated adsorption and internal
of -10°C to -20°C, dependent upon ambient conditions. When heaters to achieve a constant pressure dewpoint of -40°C / -70°C
combined with the high outlet temperatures of a ZR compressor, or lower, regardless of ambient conditions.
XD-S Purge models can achieve a dewpoint of -40°C.

XD 1400-7000

XD-S PDP Suppression XD-G Guaranteed PDP

Dry expansion cooling Dry expansion cooling

Full flow zero purge cooling Full flow zero purge cooling

Dewpoint suppression till PDP -40°C XD -40°C / -70°C guaranteed

Various XD-S/XD-G models are available ranging from 1050 to 7000 l/s (2226 to 14800 cfm). The dryers are designed to produce quality air
with negligible pressure drop and, across the range, operate in two cooling modes: dry expansion, and full zero purge.
 Built to endure
Efficient air treatment equipment is crucial to reduce Incorporating advanced technologies as well as cost saving
the contamination in the air that would otherwise features, Atlas Copco’s XD dryers offer you real energy savings
produce corrosion in the pipework, lead to premature without compromise in production reliability and efficiency.
pneumatic equipment failure and cause product spoilage.

Hot air inlet

• Heat of compression used for regeneration. • No energy consumption.

Stainless steel coolers

• Maximum energy efficiency and extended lifetime. • High water separation.
• Guaranteed easy inspection and maintenance. • Bundles can be rodded in place.
• Low pressure drop.

Stainless steel internal heaters

• By generating heat only when needed, energy losses • The heated air does not need to pass through any valves,
are limited. ensuring a reduced chance of valve failure.
• Overheating protection and control by Elektronikon
on each heater bundle.

Piping skid
• Reduced pressure drop thanks to correctly sized piping • Galvanized piping prevents corrosion & eliminates
diameters and compact build-up. contamination risks.

Water-resistant desiccant
• Low desorption temperature and energy consumption. • Extended lifetime.
• Easy filling and access via manholes/blind flanges.

Elektronikon
• Easy control & monitoring functions to increase cost • Fully programmed and tested during production
efficiency and reliability. to reduce installation time and costs.

Electronic water drains with standard alarm

• No loss of compressed air. • Manual drains allow for easy servicing while in operation.
• Maintenance-free and trouble-free operation.

Drying towers
• Reduced pressure drop. • Oversized.
• Built-in water separator to reduce desiccant load and • Full size stainless steel strainer.
extend the drying cycle. • Reversed internal flow for optimal flow distribution.

High Performance Stainless Steel Valves

• High corrosion resistance. • Standard equipped with inductive limit switches with alarm.
• Controlled by Elektronikon.

Dewpoint control (optional, standard on XD -70°C)

• Reduced heating cycles, reduced energy consumption. • Dewpoint range: -100°C to +20°C.
 Towards a greener and cleaner environment
Dirt particles, water, oil, oil vapor and condensate: these any need for an outside energy supply. As no ambient air is used
contaminants may cause disturbances of production systems during the regeneration process, any possible contamination of
as well as lost output or unusable products. The traditional the desiccant layer is eliminated and the air quality is on a par with
adsorption principle used in the XD design is simple, robust and heatless and heated purge adsorption dryer designs.
flexible using compressed air for regeneration while eliminating

XD versus the rest of the market

Energy consumption for PDP -40°C

UNIQUE SAVINGS
The XD (PDP -40°C) guarantees the required pressure dewpoint
350000 at all conditions and delivers dry compressed air, without any
dewpoint peaks or temperature peaks. Without compromises
300000
on reliability or power consumption, the XD ensures stable
superior quality for your application.
Energy cost (€/$ /year) (*)

250000

200000

150000

100000
7000
6000 XD-G ZP
5000
50000 4500
4000 XD-G P
3600
0
3000 Blower re-activated type
2400 Capacity dryer (l/s)
1800
(*) Assumption 1 kWh = 0.07 € / $ ) 1400 Heated purge type

Savings by using XD PDP -70°C

CLASS ZERO AIR QUALITY(*) AT THE LOWEST COST IN 800
THE MARKET 700

Annual CO2 reduction (ton) (**)

The XD -70°C reduces the energy consumption up to 50% in 600
comparison with the actual -70°C dryers in the market. The design 140000 500
reduces the load of the desiccant to an absolute minimum. The 400
120000
regeneration occurs in two different steps guaranteeing the outmost 300
Annual energy savings (0.07 €/kWh)

regeneration condition of the bottom and the top layer, resulting in 100000
200

excellent performance and an extension of the desiccant lifetime. 100

80000 0
Purge losses are extremely reduced. By design, the XD saves you
energy and money, while you benefit from outstanding guaranteed 60000
performance.
40000 7000
6000
5000
4500
20000 4000
3600
3000
0 2400 Dryer Inlet Capacity [Nl/s]
1800
1400
(**) Assumption: 1 MWh = 430 kg CO2

Class Pressure dewpoint °C

As specified by the equipment user or supplier

0
and more stringent than class 1(*)

1 ≤ -70
2 ≤ -40
3 ≤ -20
4 ≤ +3
5 ≤ +7
6 ≤ +10
(*)
ISO 8573-1 Pressure dewpoint quality.

XD -70°C design
 Peace of mind

Our Aftermarket product portfolio is designed to add

maximum value for our customers by ensuring the optimum
availability and reliability of their compressed air equipment with
the lowest possible operating costs. We deliver this complete service
guarantee through our extensive Aftermarket organization,
maintaining our position as the leader in compressed air.

Activity Product*

Genuine parts Atlas Copco Service kits & oils

Extended warranties AIRXtend
Service contracts ServicePlan
System audits AIRScan™
Remote monitoring AIRConnect™
Energy saving AIROptimizer™
Product improvements Upgrade programs

* More information is available from your local Atlas Copco customer center.
 Complete scope suiting all needs
Numerous features are included as standard. Some applications may
also need or benefit from one of the factory installed options.

Standard for all XD dryers Additional standard features

for the G version
• All water and air connections flanged
• Integrated stainless steel heaters
• Oversized vessels for low pressure drop
• Advanced heating controls
• High performance desiccant with extended lifetime
• Full vessel size stainless steel strainer
• Electronic drains with alarm on coolers
• Electronic drains on vessels with alarm (in combination
with drain of the coolers acting as double drain system)
• Complete cooling water manifold
• High performance stainless coolers
with low pressure drop
• All air piping galvanized
• Water piping internally and externally coated
• Cooler shells coated with resistant coating
• Full stainless steel high performance
design process valves
• Non-contact inductive limit switches
on all valves with alarm
• Safety valves
• Pressure vessel design 11 bar
• Coated check valves
• Forklift slots and lifting eyes
• Inspection and filling holes on vessels
• Advanced Elektronikon controller
• CAN-connection

Options
Cooling mode Purge Zero purge -70°C/-100°F
Pressure vessel design 13 bar • • •
Prepared for heavy duty • • •
Insulation of the vessels • • Std
Electronic dewpoint control with alarm • • Std
Second pressure dewpoint read-out • • •
ANSI flanges for air and water connections • • •
Matching sonic nozzle • • •
High resolution Elektronikon display MkIV • • •
MODBUS interface • • •
PROFIBUS interface • • •
ETHERNET/IP interface • • •
 Technical specifications
Free Air Skid Air Water
Width Length Height
Delivery (1) width connections connections

l/s / cfm mm/inch mm/inch mm/inch mm/inch

XD S/G
Without
XD Purge XD -70°C With insulation XD S-version XD G-version
insulation

A B C D

XD 1400 1400/2966 3026/119 2990/118 2733/108 3474/137 3306/130 3415/134 2654/104 DN 150 / 6" DN 50 / 2"

XD 1800 1800/3814 3126/123 3070/121 2813/111 3579/141 3307/130 3430/135 2654/104 DN 150 / 6" DN 50 / 2"

XD 2400 2400/5085 3326/131 4151/163 3200/126 4217/166 3374/133 3493/138 2664/105 DN 150 / 6" DN 80 / 3"

XD 3000 3000/6357 4000/157 4248/167 3410/134 4428/174 3417/135 3531/139 3163/125 DN 200 / 8" DN 80 / 3"

XD 3600 3600/7628 4100/161 3963/156 3650/144 4533/178 3444/136 3563/140 3236/127 DN 200 / 8" DN 80 / 3"

XD 4000 4000/8476 4200/165 4058/160 3745/147 4638/183 3448/136 3590/141 3236/127 DN 200 / 8" DN 80 / 3"

XD 4500 4500/9535 4300/169 4163/164 3850/152 4743/187 3460/136 3617/142 3236/127 DN 200 / 8" DN 80 / 3"

XD 5000 5000/10594 5012/197 4659/183 4121/162 5281/208 3760/148 3911/154 3896/153 DN 250 / 10" DN 100 / 4"

XD 6000 6000/12713 5212/205 4859/191 4341/171 5491/216 3755/148 3773/149 3896/153 DN 250 / 10" DN 100 / 4"

XD 7000 7000/14832 5312/209 4959/195 4441/175 5596/220 3783/149 3940/155 3896/153 DN 250 / 10" DN 100 / 4"

(1)
FAD at reference conditions: The above dimensions are only an indication. Before calculating the space
Ambient air temperature: 35°C needed for installation, please always refer to the official dimension drawings.
Ambient relative humidity: 60%
Compressed air effective inlet pressure: 7 bar
Compressed air inlet temperature: 120°C
Inlet relative humidity of compressed air: 10%
Cooling water temperature: 26.7°C

XD 4500
A: 3845 mm, 151"
B: 4300 mm, 169"
C: 3470 mm, 137"
D: 3236 mm, 127"

A
D
B
In order to be First in Mind—First in Choice™ for all your
compressed air needs, Atlas Copco delivers the products
and services that help increase your business’ efficiency
and profitability.

Atlas Copco’s pursuit of innovation never ceases, driven by

your need for reliability and efficiency. Always working with
you, we are committed to providing you the customized
quality air solution that is the driving force behind
your business.

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