BEKO BEKOMAT BM14 Electronic Condensate Drain

The BEKO Technologies BEKOMAT BM14 Electronic Condensate Drain Valve (Part Number: 2002968) is an electronically level-controlled discharge valve designed to evacuate moisture from compressed air networks without wasting compressed air. Specifically engineered to handle standard and oil-contaminated condensate, the BM14 series provides a durable, energy-efficient alternative to conventional timed solenoid drains and mechanical float valves.

BEKOMAT BM14 Operational Design and Mechanism

Conventional timer drains open periodically regardless of actual liquid levels. In contrast, the BEKOMAT 14 utilizes non-contact capacitive level-sensing technology.

• Capacitive Level Measurement: An integrated electronic sensor continuously monitors fluid levels inside the housing. As a result, it completely eliminates mechanical floats that tend to stick, jam, or wear out due to particulate sludge.
• True Zero Air Loss: When condensate reaches the predetermined upper limit, the electronic control actuates a pilot-operated diaphragm valve. Furthermore, the valve seals shut before compressed air can escape, thereby preventing line pressure drops and minimizing compressor runtime.
• Resistant Housing Construction: In addition, the drain body is engineered to withstand corrosive, acidic condensates typically generated in oil-lubricated and oil-free industrial air systems.

BEKOMAT BM14 Technical Specifications

• Operating Pressure Range: 0.8 to 16 bar (gauge) / 12 to 230 psig
• Operating Temperature Range: +1°C to +60°C (+34°F to +140°F)
• Condensate Compatibility: Handles standard mineral compressor oils, synthetic lubricants, and particulate suspensions
• Enclosure Protection: IP65-rated housing resistant to dust ingress and water spray
• Electrical Configuration: Standard industrial AC voltage options (typically 115V or 230V AC, 50/60 Hz)
• Discharge Control: Electronic level-regulated diaphragm valve

System Reliability and Diagnostic Features

The BEKOMAT BM14 incorporates built-in self-monitoring to ensure dependable system protection:

• Automatic Fault Detection: If an obstruction or sediment buildup prevents complete drainage within a normal cycle, the system initiates an alarm sequence to alert maintenance personnel.
• Potential-Free Alarm Contact: The unit easily integrates into plant-wide SCADA or central PLC networks. Consequently, operators receive immediate alerts before condensate carryover can damage downstream equipment.
• Manual Test Button: Moreover, operators can verify diaphragm actuation and purge minor debris at any time with a single push, without needing to depressurize or dismantle the line.

Application Scope

Therefore, the BEKOMAT BM14 installs reliably at primary condensate accumulation points across industrial air installations:

• Base drain ports of wet compressed air receiver tanks
• Outlets directly beneath compressor aftercoolers
• Lower drainage ports on refrigerated and desiccant air dryers
• Bottom sumps of coalescing filters and particulate separators

Ultimately, by eliminating dry cycling and pressurized air loss, the unit delivers dependable moisture evacuation and lower operational costs for commercial and industrial compressed air infrastructure