Reference profile
- Designation
- ISO 8573
- Title
- Compressed Air — Contaminants and Purity Classes
- Issuing body
- ISO
- Current edition
- [verify]
- Status
- Library record: reviewed; official standard status [verify].
- Category
- Utility Mechanical
1
Overview
Purity classes for compressed air covering particles, water (dew point), and oil content.
2
Scope & Applicability
Covers
- Particle class
- Water / dew point class
- Oil content class
- Measurement methods
Does NOT cover (exclusions)
- Exclusions are not documented in this library record. Confirm the official publication, neighbouring codes, the adopted edition, and jurisdictional boundaries before application.
3
Key Requirements
Lifecycle requirements
- Instrument air specification
- Air quality verification
4
Technical Details
Purity classes for compressed air covering particles, water (dew point), and oil content.
Components: Air dryer, Filter, Receiver, Purity class.
Where to find it in the codeRefer to the official table of contents and the sections cited by the project specification; section numbering can vary by edition.
5
Engineering Notes
- Instrument air is typically specified as an ISO 8573 purity class (e.g. Class 1.2.1 or a stated dew point).
6
Related Standards
7
Source, Edition & Status
- Publisher
- ISO
- Edition Year
- N/A
- Industries
- Petrochemical, Refinery, Utility, General Industry
- Content Status
- reviewed
- Last Reviewed
- 2026-07-01
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-01
- Verified By
- Engineering Reviewer
- Official Link
- N/A
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