Humidity: dew point not greater than −20 °C at atmospheric
pressure
Quality: medical grade, dry and oil-free
Oil contamination:
max. 0.5 mg/m
3
Particulate
contamination:
≤ 100 particles per cubic meter for 1 μm to 5 μm
particle size
Connection: 1/4”
Water and air filters
Water filter: 25 µm (internal), 5 µm (external suggested)
Air filter: 25 µm (internal)
Replacement of water and air filters should be performed by qualified
service technician according to the maintenance schedule.
See section "Annual maintenance" on page 6.
Suction connection
Vacuum: ≥ 150 mbar
Flow rate: ≥ 550 l/ min
Connection: Ø 50 / 46 mm
Type: Medium volume
Class: Wet or dry depending on installed options
Drain connection
Capacity: min. 10 l/min
Connection: Ø 50 / 46 mm
Water and air quick-connectors (optional)
Output pressure: water 2.8 bar, air 5.5 bar (regulated internal water
and air pressure
30.2 Instrument classifications
The electrical classification of the instrument is marked on the instrument
hose either as B or BF. If there is no marking, no electricity flows through the
instrument.
Type B
Type BF
The following lists the instruments that are available for the Planmeca dental
unit and their electrical classification type.
Instrument classifications
Instrument Type
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