Semi-Truck Fuel Water Separator

Fuel Water Separator for Semi-Trucks: Preventing Downtime

There are various fuel-related issues a driver may experience that will require immediate action, such as:

• Filter reaching the end of its life
• Fuel quality issues, such as fuel gelling, debris, algae, or water intrusion
• Air bubbles in the fuel system

These problems occur due to weather changes, the use of fuel blends, or other existing maintenance issues. A combination of these elements can cause injector failures. To combat these issues, our semi-truck fuel water separator helps stop water, air bubbles, particulates, algae, and contaminants from circulating into the fuel system. It also provides a clear picture of your fuel’s health through its different components:

• Clear cover –The clear cover allows you to see the fuel, to better identify any quality issues right off the bat, such as air bubbles
• Synthetic media – This helps strip out contaminants before they reach the engine
• Clear bowl – This area allows you to see what has been separated out from the fuel

These components all work together to deliver the complete solution for your fuel system. When you have a clear view of what’s happening in your fuel system, you can proactively address larger issues. Signals to keep an eye out for include:

• Air bubbles – Indicating an air leak
• Gelling – Cold weather affecting the system

This visibility makes a major difference, as our Seeing Is Believing^® technology will increase maintenance intervals by 2–3x.

Heating Options That Work Against Winter Elements

Our fuel water separators for semi-trucks also feature different heating options that prevent fuel gelling during cold temperatures:

• 12VDC Pre-Heater and 24VDC Pre-Heater – Both of these options use the ignition switch to heat fuel prior to running the engine. These heaters are better for on-the-go applications.
• 120VAC Overnight Heater – This equipment prevents gelling while the truck is parked overnight when plugged in. It holds its own against extreme cold overnight temperatures while parked (must be parked close to an outlet).
• Fluid Heater – This option uses the coolant or a return fuel blend to warm the fuel while the vehicle is in operation.

DAVCO is committed to being proactive against the cold weather and the problems that it can bring for fleets. We recommend always checking to ensure you have the correct heating options for your unit. We also offer a wide range of service parts, so you can have them on hand in case anything needs to be replaced or modified.

The DAVCO Difference

Our fuel-in/fuel-out configurators are engineered for specific engine needs and designs, as well as space requirements. The DAVCO team works closely with OEM teams during the development phase to ensure that our fuel water separators for semi-trucks are built to meet and exceed engine specs.

Even when our customers are on the go, the DAVCO team is here to help. We have experience working with customers who are facing downtime due to fuel issues, and we work quickly to provide the best solutions. Our customers and their success are always our number one priority!

Contact the DAVCO Team Today

Promote safe and efficient operations for your fleet by using our semi-truck fuel water separators. Contact our team to place an order or for any questions you have.