Abstract: A separator for removing contaminants from compressed air, the separator including an elongate enclosure having an inlet end and an opposite outlet end, the inlet end of the separator being in flow communication with a source of compressed air, the separator defining a first air flow path between the inlet and outlet ends of the separator and a second air flow path between the outlet end of the separator and a wall member positioned adjacent outlet end of the separator for being contacted by air exiting the outlet end of the separator, wherein air traveling in the first flow path undergoes a volumetric expansion and substantial change of direction as it exits the separator and enters the second air flow path and further undergoes a change of direction as it impacts the wall member.