QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

QUALITROL STB 100/200 Series ®

Smart transformer breathers

STB-100 /200 Series

Smart transformer breathers Reduce maintenance costs with
learned transformer breathing patterns
and self-regenerating desiccant
 Constructed with robust materials that provide models for almost any application
 User customization through configurable or pre-programmed RH thresholds
 Local and remote communication options provide for any application
 Bright LED indication lights and alarming capabilities indicate breather status

Product Summary
Description Excess humidity from the atmosphere may

degrade a transformer bladder, oil and insulation

system over time. This degradation causes

unnecessary aging to the asset, reducing the overall

life and performance. This can lead to additional

maintenance or even premature and unexpected asset

failure in the future

Application The Qualitrol STB series smart transformer

breather removes moisture from air entering oil-filled

transformers or LTC conservators. The breather is

automated to regenerate the silica gel desiccant at a

user selectable time interval or relative humidity (RH)

threshold. Alarming capability and communications

reduce unnecessary breather maintenance costs over

Extend asset life and reduce capital costs time. The silica gel may be regenerated many times

without replacement due to internal heaters inside the

About QUALITROL ®
unit that drive off accumulated water on a transformer
Established in 1945, with continual improvement at the core of our business, QUALITROL® provides smart utility asset
condition monitoring across the globe. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, exhale cycle.
asset protection equipment and information products across generation, transmission and distribution. At QUALITROL®
we are redefining condition monitoring technology for Electric utilities assets.
©2014 QUALITROL® Company LLC, an ISO 9001 system certified company. QUALITROL is a registered trademark and OTIWTI is a trademark of QUALITROL® Company LLC.
All trademarks are properties of their respective companies, as noted herein. All rights reserved. Information subject to change without notice. AP-S35-02L-01E.

Email: info@qualitrolcorp.com
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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

Reduce maintenance 
costs with learned
transformer breathing

patterns and self-
regenerating desiccant 

Extend asset life by continuously protecting against atmospheric moisture on
STB mounting options
transformer inhale cycles
Hose barb fitting
Reduce unnecessary maintenance through self regenerating silica gel desiccant on
transformer exhale cycles

3/8 inch I.D. hose barb with ½ inch NPT threads. Supplied with 6.5 foot (2 meter) black rubber hose
Color changing desiccant gives visual assurance on breather regeneration process .88
[22.23]
1.44
[36.58]
HEX
4-20 mA signal provides continuous relative humidity (%RH) status

Constructed with robust 

Standard models are designed for most applications and are offered in a variety of
materials that provide sizes (1 kg, 2 kg, 4 kg) all carrying a 5 year warranty
models for almost any 
Polar models offer additional internal heaters to withstand harsh temperatures down
application to -60 °C
[9.53]

Offshore Xtreme™ models contain material sets specially engineered to adapt to life in
harsh marine environments Ø.31
[7.92] 1/2-14 NPT
I.D. REF

Multiple mounting options available for new or retrofit installation

Includes a solenoid valve that closes during the regeneration process to ensure Circular flange
moisture is not wicked into the transformer accidentally 
Circular flange provided with mounting gasket and bolts
User customization 
Desiccant regeneration is configurable by the end user based on % relative humidity 2.11
[53.54]
through configurable or (RH) or time frequency (days)
pre-programmed RH 
Color changing silica gel desiccant allows for a visual confirmation of breather
.88
[22.2]

thresholds regeneration
Ø2.95
[75.00]
HEX

B.C.

Local and remote 

Multiple communication options including 4-20 mA, RS-485 MODBUS and local USB
communication options port provide for a variety of monitoring solutions for any application
provide for any application

Bright LED indication lights 

Front mounted indication LED lights of green, amber, and red indicate breather status
and alarming capabilities and alarm capabilities
indicate breather status 
A guide to the color coded light alarms is displayed on the control box for easy field
1/2-14 NPT
PIPE FITTING
w/ SEALANT
diagnosis PRE-APPLIED

MOUNTING

STB model offerings

GASKET
Ø4.13
[105.00]
O.D. 4 x Ø.53
[13.50]
Qualitrol offers a variety of models to suit almost any application: MOUNTING
FLANGE
Triangular flange
STB-100 STB-100 STB-200
Model 
Triangular flange provided with mounting gasket and bolts

Offerings 1 kg 2 kg 4 kg .55
[14.00]
B.C.
2.11
[53.54]
B.C.

Standard R2.95
[75.00] Ø3.94
B.C. [100.00]
B.C.

MOUNTING
120° .88 GASKET
B.C. [22.2]
HEX

STB·desiccant size selection

STB breathers are sized to the application based on the quantity of oil housed within the system
(main tank + conservator):

STB-100 STB-100 STB-200

1/2-14 NPT

Desiccant PIPE FITTING

w/ SEALANT
PRE-APPLIED

Size 1 kg 2 kg 4 kg
Oil (liters) 30,000 68,000 136,000 DIN MOUNTING
Special mounting configurations FLANGE
Oil (gallons) 8,000 18,000 36,000 
Other special mounting configurations can be ordered per request

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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

Reduce maintenance 
costs with learned
transformer breathing

patterns and self-
regenerating desiccant 

Extend asset life by continuously protecting against atmospheric moisture on
STB mounting options
transformer inhale cycles
Hose barb fitting
Reduce unnecessary maintenance through self regenerating silica gel desiccant on
transformer exhale cycles

3/8 inch I.D. hose barb with ½ inch NPT threads. Supplied with 6.5 foot (2 meter) black rubber hose
Color changing desiccant gives visual assurance on breather regeneration process .88
[22.23]
1.44
[36.58]
HEX
4-20 mA signal provides continuous relative humidity (%RH) status

Constructed with robust 

Standard models are designed for most applications and are offered in a variety of
materials that provide sizes (1 kg, 2 kg, 4 kg) all carrying a 5 year warranty
models for almost any 
Polar models offer additional internal heaters to withstand harsh temperatures down
application to -60 °C
[9.53]

Offshore Xtreme™ models contain material sets specially engineered to adapt to life in
harsh marine environments Ø.31
[7.92] 1/2-14 NPT
I.D. REF

Multiple mounting options available for new or retrofit installation

Includes a solenoid valve that closes during the regeneration process to ensure Circular flange
moisture is not wicked into the transformer accidentally 
Circular flange provided with mounting gasket and bolts
User customization 
Desiccant regeneration is configurable by the end user based on % relative humidity 2.11
[53.54]
through configurable or (RH) or time frequency (days)
pre-programmed RH 
Color changing silica gel desiccant allows for a visual confirmation of breather
.88
[22.2]

thresholds regeneration
Ø2.95
[75.00]
HEX

B.C.

Local and remote 

Multiple communication options including 4-20 mA, RS-485 MODBUS and local USB
communication options port provide for a variety of monitoring solutions for any application
provide for any application

Bright LED indication lights 

Front mounted indication LED lights of green, amber, and red indicate breather status
and alarming capabilities and alarm capabilities
indicate breather status 
A guide to the color coded light alarms is displayed on the control box for easy field
1/2-14 NPT
PIPE FITTING
w/ SEALANT
diagnosis PRE-APPLIED

MOUNTING

STB model offerings

GASKET
Ø4.13
[105.00]
O.D. 4 x Ø.53
[13.50]
Qualitrol offers a variety of models to suit almost any application: MOUNTING
FLANGE
Triangular flange
STB-100 STB-100 STB-200
Model 
Triangular flange provided with mounting gasket and bolts

Offerings 1 kg 2 kg 4 kg .55
[14.00]
B.C.
2.11
[53.54]
B.C.

Standard R2.95
[75.00] Ø3.94
B.C. [100.00]
B.C.

MOUNTING
120° .88 GASKET
B.C. [22.2]
HEX

STB·desiccant size selection

STB breathers are sized to the application based on the quantity of oil housed within the system
(main tank + conservator):

STB-100 STB-100 STB-200

1/2-14 NPT

Desiccant PIPE FITTING

w/ SEALANT
PRE-APPLIED

Size 1 kg 2 kg 4 kg
Oil (liters) 30,000 68,000 136,000 DIN MOUNTING
Special mounting configurations FLANGE
Oil (gallons) 8,000 18,000 36,000 
Other special mounting configurations can be ordered per request

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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

STB standard models STB standard models

STB-100-1 Smart transformer breather - standard capacity STB-200 Smart transformer breather

1 kg 
4 kg “jumbo”
[12.2]

½ - 14 NPT
INLET PORT

3 x LEDs
(status)

Green Amber Red Description

RC Normal,
ON OFF OFF LC OFF
RC Normal,
Blink OFF OFF LC REGEN
LC Normal,
OFF ON OFF RC OFF
OFF Blink OFF LC Normal,
RC REGEN
Solenoid
Blink Blink Blink Error
Humidity
13.38 OFF

Blink
OFF

OFF
Blink Sensor Error

Blink
LC Heater

[339.78]
Error
RC Heater
OFF Blink Blink Error
Enc Htr/Temp
Blink Blink OFF Sensor Error
4.80
[122.00] 4x.28
[7.01]
BREATHER SURFACES MAY BE
Green Amber Red Description HOT - DO NOT TOUCH LAB-192-2

ON OFF OFF Normal

Mode
OFF ON OFF Regeneration
Mode
RH Sensor
7.70 ON OFF
Blink
ON

OFF
Error
Pressure
[195.63]
OFF Sensor Error
Blink Heater
OFF OFF Error
Blink Blink Blink Multiple
Errors

BREATHER SURFACES MAY BE

HOT - DO NOT TOUCH
LAB-192-1

1.89
[47.96]
4x.39
[10.01]

ENCLOSURE
1.71 VENT
[43.40]
M20x1.5 CABLE GRIP 2x M16x1.5 CABLE GRIP
Ø.433 [11] - Ø.590 [15] Ø.158 [4] - Ø.315 [8]

6.10 M20x1.5 CABLE GRIP

[154.99]
Ø.433 [11] -.590 [15]
5.04
[128.01]
7.24 4.84
[183.90] [123.01] 2 x M16 x 1.5 CABLE GRIP
.078 Ø.158 [4] - .315 [8]
[1.98]
CONDENSATION
DRAIN .92
[23.47]

.14
[3.53]

CONDENSATION
DRAIN
22.23
[564.7]

15.09
1.06 [383.3]
[27.02]

9.73 3.33 2.23 10.63

ENCLOSURE VENT [247.1] [84.7] [56.6] [270.0]

STB-100-2 Smart transformer breather - large capacity


2 kg
½ - 14 NPT
INLET PORT

3 x LEDs 15.46 14.32

(status) [392.7] [363.8]

[29.7]

1.06
[27.0]

6.81
1.99 [172.9]
Green Amber Red Description [50.5]
ON OFF OFF Normal
Mode
OFF ON OFF Regeneration
Mode
ON OFF ON RH Sensor
Error
Blink OFF Pressure
OFF Sensor Error
Blink Heater
OFF OFF Error
Blink Blink Blink Multiple
Errors

20.33
BREATHER SURFACES MAY BE
HOT - DO NOT TOUCH
LAB-192-1

[516.30]
15.09 10.63
[383.25] [269.99]
4.84
[123.0]
3.23 4 x .39
[82.0] 4 x .28 [10.0]
[7.0]

4 x .276
[7.01]

4 x .394
[10.01]

2.23
[56.63]
2 x M16 x 1.5 CABLE GRIP
Ø.158 [4] - Ø.315 [8]
1.67
5.04 [42.36]
6.10 [128.03] M20 x 1.5 CABLE GRIP
[154.99] 4.84 Ø.433 [11] - Ø.590 [15]
[123.03]
.078
[1.98]
.92
7.24 [23.48]
[183.90]
.14
[3.52]
CONDENSATION
DRAIN

1.06
ENCLOSURE [27.01]
VENT

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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

STB standard models STB standard models

STB-100-1 Smart transformer breather - standard capacity STB-200 Smart transformer breather

1 kg 
4 kg “jumbo”
[12.2]

½ - 14 NPT
INLET PORT

3 x LEDs
(status)

Green Amber Red Description

RC Normal,
ON OFF OFF LC OFF
RC Normal,
Blink OFF OFF LC REGEN
LC Normal,
OFF ON OFF RC OFF
OFF Blink OFF LC Normal,
RC REGEN
Solenoid
Blink Blink Blink Error
Humidity
13.38 OFF

Blink
OFF

OFF
Blink Sensor Error

Blink
LC Heater

[339.78]
Error
RC Heater
OFF Blink Blink Error
Enc Htr/Temp
Blink Blink OFF Sensor Error
4.80
[122.00] 4x.28
[7.01]
BREATHER SURFACES MAY BE
Green Amber Red Description HOT - DO NOT TOUCH LAB-192-2

ON OFF OFF Normal

Mode
OFF ON OFF Regeneration
Mode
RH Sensor
7.70 ON OFF
Blink
ON

OFF
Error
Pressure
[195.63]
OFF Sensor Error
Blink Heater
OFF OFF Error
Blink Blink Blink Multiple
Errors

BREATHER SURFACES MAY BE

HOT - DO NOT TOUCH
LAB-192-1

1.89
[47.96]
4x.39
[10.01]

ENCLOSURE
1.71 VENT
[43.40]
M20x1.5 CABLE GRIP 2x M16x1.5 CABLE GRIP
Ø.433 [11] - Ø.590 [15] Ø.158 [4] - Ø.315 [8]

6.10 M20x1.5 CABLE GRIP

[154.99]
Ø.433 [11] -.590 [15]
5.04
[128.01]
7.24 4.84
[183.90] [123.01] 2 x M16 x 1.5 CABLE GRIP
.078 Ø.158 [4] - .315 [8]
[1.98]
CONDENSATION
DRAIN .92
[23.47]

.14
[3.53]

CONDENSATION
DRAIN
22.23
[564.7]

15.09
1.06 [383.3]
[27.02]

9.73 3.33 2.23 10.63

ENCLOSURE VENT [247.1] [84.7] [56.6] [270.0]

STB-100-2 Smart transformer breather - large capacity


2 kg
½ - 14 NPT
INLET PORT

3 x LEDs 15.46 14.32

(status) [392.7] [363.8]

[29.7]

1.06
[27.0]

6.81
1.99 [172.9]
Green Amber Red Description [50.5]
ON OFF OFF Normal
Mode
OFF ON OFF Regeneration
Mode
ON OFF ON RH Sensor
Error
Blink OFF Pressure
OFF Sensor Error
Blink Heater
OFF OFF Error
Blink Blink Blink Multiple
Errors

20.33
BREATHER SURFACES MAY BE
HOT - DO NOT TOUCH
LAB-192-1

[516.30]
15.09 10.63
[383.25] [269.99]
4.84
[123.0]
3.23 4 x .39
[82.0] 4 x .28 [10.0]
[7.0]

4 x .276
[7.01]

4 x .394
[10.01]

2.23
[56.63]
2 x M16 x 1.5 CABLE GRIP
Ø.158 [4] - Ø.315 [8]
1.67
5.04 [42.36]
6.10 [128.03] M20 x 1.5 CABLE GRIP
[154.99] 4.84 Ø.433 [11] - Ø.590 [15]
[123.03]
.078
[1.98]
.92
7.24 [23.48]
[183.90]
.14
[3.52]
CONDENSATION
DRAIN

1.06
ENCLOSURE [27.01]
VENT

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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
STB special applications - Polar Xecution models
Description Electrical Voltage / frequency 100 - 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

Harsh polar climates require transformer accessories designed and Inrush control Staged heating at 10 seconds
engineered to handle these extreme cold environments. Qualitrol’s line of Conducted / radiated emissions EN 55011
Polar Xecution instruments tackle these temperature extremes to ensure
performance even on the coldest days of the year (down to -60 °C) Immunity tests EN 61000-4-2
EN 61000-4-3
Application EN 61000-4-4

The Qualitrol Polar Xecution smart transformer breather removes moisture EN 61000-4-5
from air entering oil-filled transformers or LTC conservators. The PE EN 61000-4-6
breathers regenerate and operate in the same manner as the standard line EN 61000-4-8
of breathers offered by Qualitrol, but offer additional protection for the polar EN 61000-4-11
climate. Polar Xecution breathers are engineered to house additional Harmonics and flicker tests EN 61000-3-2
heaters to prevent condensate water from freezing at the outlet of the EN 61000-3-3
breather. The addition of these heaters ensures proper drainage after the
Dielectric isolation 1500 VAC for 60 seconds to ground
silica gel has been regenerated in extremely cold temperatures. Polar
models are available in 1 kg, 2 kg, and 4 kg sizes Power consumption Steady state, non-regeneration: < 10 watts
Steady state regeneration: 3 amps
Regeneration heater inrush current: 10 amps
Ambient
Operating Standard Polar Functions Regeneration frequency setting 10, 40, 70, 100 days
Temperatures STB Xecution Humidity range RH 2% to 100%
Lower range -40 °C -60 °C Status indication LEDs – green, amber, red
Upper range 80 °C 80 °C Regeneration frequency control 2 position DIP switch
Relative humidity trigger level User configurable: 50% default value
Regeneration cycle 3 hours full power, 1 hour cool-down
Regeneration status monitoring 5A (NO) / 3A (NC) at 30 VDC resistive
STB special applications - Offshore Xtreme™ models 5A (NO) / 3A (NC) at 125 / 250 VAC resistive
Description Failure detection RH sensor, heater, solenoid

Harsh marine environments require transformer accessories designed and Analog output signal 4 - 20 mA @ maximum 500 Ohms for RH
engineered to handle these extreme applications. Qualitrol’s line of
Offshore Xtreme™ instruments tackle these application extremes and Communication MODBUS (remote) and USB (local)
ensure performance even in the harsh saline environment. They continue to
carry the 5 year Qualitrol product warranty Operating Temperature -40°C to 80°C or -60°C to 80°C, depending on model
conditions Relative humidity 95% non-condensing at 80°C
Application
 ™
The Qualitrol Offshore Xtreme smart transformer breather removes Enclosure protection IP65
moisture from air entering oil-filled transformers or LTC conservators. Vibration 50 / 60 Hz @ .004” displacement
These breathers regenerate and operate in the same manner as the
standard line of breathers offered by Qualitrol, but offer additional
protection in a saline environment. Offshore breathers are engineered with Don’t see what you need?
advanced material sets to withstand the additional environmental Qualitrol regularly creates models with special customer requirements.
constraints, including stainless steel, reinforced fiberglass and glass Contact your local sales representative or Qualitrol Applications Engineer
components. Offshore models are available in 1 kg and 2 kg sizes to review your special requirements.

Material Standard Offshore

Sets STB Xtreme™
Body components Aluminium 316 stainless steel
Circuit board enclosure Aluminium Fiberglass
Tube Polycarbonate Glass

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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
STB special applications - Polar Xecution models
Description Electrical Voltage / frequency 100 - 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

Harsh polar climates require transformer accessories designed and Inrush control Staged heating at 10 seconds
engineered to handle these extreme cold environments. Qualitrol’s line of Conducted / radiated emissions EN 55011
Polar Xecution instruments tackle these temperature extremes to ensure
performance even on the coldest days of the year (down to -60 °C) Immunity tests EN 61000-4-2
EN 61000-4-3
Application EN 61000-4-4

The Qualitrol Polar Xecution smart transformer breather removes moisture EN 61000-4-5
from air entering oil-filled transformers or LTC conservators. The PE EN 61000-4-6
breathers regenerate and operate in the same manner as the standard line EN 61000-4-8
of breathers offered by Qualitrol, but offer additional protection for the polar EN 61000-4-11
climate. Polar Xecution breathers are engineered to house additional Harmonics and flicker tests EN 61000-3-2
heaters to prevent condensate water from freezing at the outlet of the EN 61000-3-3
breather. The addition of these heaters ensures proper drainage after the
Dielectric isolation 1500 VAC for 60 seconds to ground
silica gel has been regenerated in extremely cold temperatures. Polar
models are available in 1 kg, 2 kg, and 4 kg sizes Power consumption Steady state, non-regeneration: < 10 watts
Steady state regeneration: 3 amps
Regeneration heater inrush current: 10 amps
Ambient
Operating Standard Polar Functions Regeneration frequency setting 10, 40, 70, 100 days
Temperatures STB Xecution Humidity range RH 2% to 100%
Lower range -40 °C -60 °C Status indication LEDs – green, amber, red
Upper range 80 °C 80 °C Regeneration frequency control 2 position DIP switch
Relative humidity trigger level User configurable: 50% default value
Regeneration cycle 3 hours full power, 1 hour cool-down
Regeneration status monitoring 5A (NO) / 3A (NC) at 30 VDC resistive
STB special applications - Offshore Xtreme™ models 5A (NO) / 3A (NC) at 125 / 250 VAC resistive
Description Failure detection RH sensor, heater, solenoid

Harsh marine environments require transformer accessories designed and Analog output signal 4 - 20 mA @ maximum 500 Ohms for RH
engineered to handle these extreme applications. Qualitrol’s line of
Offshore Xtreme™ instruments tackle these application extremes and Communication MODBUS (remote) and USB (local)
ensure performance even in the harsh saline environment. They continue to
carry the 5 year Qualitrol product warranty Operating Temperature -40°C to 80°C or -60°C to 80°C, depending on model
conditions Relative humidity 95% non-condensing at 80°C
Application
 ™
The Qualitrol Offshore Xtreme smart transformer breather removes Enclosure protection IP65
moisture from air entering oil-filled transformers or LTC conservators. Vibration 50 / 60 Hz @ .004” displacement
These breathers regenerate and operate in the same manner as the
standard line of breathers offered by Qualitrol, but offer additional
protection in a saline environment. Offshore breathers are engineered with Don’t see what you need?
advanced material sets to withstand the additional environmental Qualitrol regularly creates models with special customer requirements.
constraints, including stainless steel, reinforced fiberglass and glass Contact your local sales representative or Qualitrol Applications Engineer
components. Offshore models are available in 1 kg and 2 kg sizes to review your special requirements.

Material Standard Offshore

Sets STB Xtreme™
Body components Aluminium 316 stainless steel
Circuit board enclosure Aluminium Fiberglass
Tube Polycarbonate Glass

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QUALITROL STB-100/200 Series - Smart transformer breathers
QUALITROL STB 100/200 Series ®

Smart transformer breathers

STB-100 /200 Series

Smart transformer breathers Reduce maintenance costs with
learned transformer breathing patterns
and self-regenerating desiccant
 Constructed with robust materials that provide models for almost any application
 User customization through configurable or pre-programmed RH thresholds
 Local and remote communication options provide for any application
 Bright LED indication lights and alarming capabilities indicate breather status

Product Summary
Description Excess humidity from the atmosphere may

degrade a transformer bladder, oil and insulation

system over time. This degradation causes

unnecessary aging to the asset, reducing the overall

life and performance. This can lead to additional

maintenance or even premature and unexpected asset

failure in the future

Application The Qualitrol STB series smart transformer

breather removes moisture from air entering oil-filled

transformers or LTC conservators. The breather is

automated to regenerate the silica gel desiccant at a

user selectable time interval or relative humidity (RH)

threshold. Alarming capability and communications

reduce unnecessary breather maintenance costs over

Extend asset life and reduce capital costs time. The silica gel may be regenerated many times

without replacement due to internal heaters inside the

About QUALITROL ®
unit that drive off accumulated water on a transformer
Established in 1945, with continual improvement at the core of our business, QUALITROL® provides smart utility asset
condition monitoring across the globe. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, exhale cycle.
asset protection equipment and information products across generation, transmission and distribution. At QUALITROL®
we are redefining condition monitoring technology for Electric utilities assets.
©2014 QUALITROL® Company LLC, an ISO 9001 system certified company. QUALITROL is a registered trademark and OTIWTI is a trademark of QUALITROL® Company LLC.
All trademarks are properties of their respective companies, as noted herein. All rights reserved. Information subject to change without notice. AP-S35-02L-01E.

Email: info@qualitrolcorp.com
www.qualitrolcorp.com