Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube with Belt – 1/4" Industrial Interchange Quick-Disconnect – Supplied-Air Respirators

Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube with Belt – 1/4" Industrial Interchange Quick-Disconnect

Improve operator comfort during abrasive blasting and industrial coating operations with the genuine Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube Assembly.

Designed for compatible Bullard supplied-air respirator systems, the AC1000 uses compressed breathing air to provide adjustable cooling to the air delivered to the respirator. This helps make working conditions more comfortable in hot environments, particularly during extended sandblasting and surface preparation projects.

The assembly features a 1/4" industrial interchange quick-disconnect nipple and includes a belt for convenient waist-mounted positioning.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Bullard

• Model / Part Number: AC1000

• Product Type: Cool Tube Air-Conditioning Assembly

• Function: Adjustable Breathing-Air Cooling

• Quick-Disconnect Connection: 1/4" Industrial Interchange Nipple

• Air Supply: Compatible Compressed Breathing-Air System

• Mounting: Belt-Mounted

• Belt Included: Yes

• Application: Supplied-Air Respirator Systems

• Exploded Parts Diagram References: Items #15 and #17

• Quantity: One Cool Tube Assembly with Belt

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube

• Helps reduce the temperature of supplied breathing air

• Adjustable cooling for improved operator comfort

• 1/4" industrial interchange quick-disconnect nipple

• Includes belt for convenient waist-mounted operation

• Designed for compatible Bullard supplied-air respirator systems

• Useful for abrasive blasting and industrial painting applications

• Suitable for replacing a worn, damaged, or malfunctioning cool tube assembly

How the Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube Works

The Bullard AC1000 uses a vortex cooling principle to reduce the temperature of compressed breathing air supplied to a compatible respirator.

As compressed air passes through the cooling assembly, the device separates the airflow into warmer and cooler streams. The cooler air is directed toward the respirator, while the warmer exhaust air is discharged away from the breathing-air supply.

The operator can adjust the cooling effect to suit working conditions within the manufacturer's specified operating range.

Unlike a conventional air conditioner, the AC1000 does not require refrigerant or an electrical connection at the cool tube.

Important: The AC1000 cools breathing air; it does not filter, purify, or remove contaminants from the incoming air supply.

Designed for Demanding Work Environments

Abrasive blasting operators often work in hot conditions while wearing protective helmets, capes, and other equipment.

The AC1000 helps improve comfort in applications such as:

• Industrial abrasive blasting

• Structural steel surface preparation

• Shipyard and marine maintenance

• Bridge restoration

• Tank and vessel blasting

• Industrial coating operations

• Commercial sandblasting projects

Cooling performance depends on the temperature, pressure, and airflow of the incoming compressed breathing-air supply.

1/4" Industrial Interchange Connection

The Bullard AC1000 features a 1/4" industrial interchange quick-disconnect nipple for connection to compatible breathing-air supply equipment.

Before ordering, verify:

• Original Bullard air-control model

• Required quick-disconnect fitting profile

• Compatible breathing-air hose

• Respirator model and approved configuration

• Required inlet pressure and airflow

• Available compressed-air capacity

Cooling devices can require more compressed air than standard constant-flow assemblies. Verify that the air supply can meet the AC1000's requirements while maintaining the required respirator airflow.

Compatible Equipment

The AC1000 is designed for approved Bullard supplied-air respirator configurations.

Potential applications include:

• Bullard 88VX Series Abrasive Blasting Respirators

• Compatible Bullard Type CE Supplied-Air Blasting Helmets

• Other Bullard supplied-air respirators specifically approved for use with the AC1000

Compatibility must be confirmed against Bullard's current respirator and air-control instructions.

The AC1000 is not a direct substitute for the F30 constant-flow assembly or the F35 low-pressure free-air pump assembly.

Common Reasons for Replacement

• Existing cool tube is damaged

• Cooling adjustment no longer functions properly

• Quick-disconnect nipple is worn or damaged

• Air leakage at the assembly

• Existing cool tube is missing

• Replacing worn equipment during respirator maintenance

• Upgrading an approved respirator configuration from standard constant flow to adjustable cooling

Any change in respirator air-control components must comply with the manufacturer's approved configuration.

Exploded Parts Diagram References

DIAGRAM ITEMS #15 AND #17

This product includes the Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube Assembly and belt, corresponding to Items #15 and #17 in the applicable exploded parts diagram.

Other components shown in the diagram are not included unless specifically listed.

What's Included

• Quantity 1: Genuine Bullard AC1000 Cool Tube Assembly

• Quantity 1: Belt

Quick-Disconnect Connection: 1/4" Industrial Interchange Nipple

Respirator helmet, breathing tube, compressed-air supply hose, compressor, breathing-air filtration equipment, and other accessories are sold separately.

Important Breathing-Air Safety Information

The Bullard AC1000 is a breathing-air cooling device, not an air purifier or carbon monoxide removal device.

The compressed breathing-air source must meet applicable respiratory protection requirements, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.

Use only manufacturer-approved breathing-air hoses, fittings, and components in the respirator configuration specified by Bullard.

Follow Bullard's instructions for required operating pressure, airflow, hose length, and approved component combinations.

Never substitute ordinary shop-air hoses or unapproved pneumatic fittings for breathing-air equipment.

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