Get Tech Tips
Subscribe to free tech tips.
sanjay HVAC/R Evacuation Quiz June 14, 2021, 2:25 am
Related Tech Tips

Many HVAC/R technicians (including me) describe the compressor as the heart of the refrigeration cycle. It prepares the refrigerant for the condensing process, which is crucial for heat rejection. However, some refrigeration methods don’t require a compressor. In this article, we’ll look at those methods and their applications. Gas movement without compressors As you […]
Read more
Most techs know that you shouldn't fill a recovery tank more than 80% with liquid-based refrigerant. Many know that the WC rating stands for “water capacity.” So, you need to adjust for the density of the actual refrigerant rather than just using 80% of WC. I hope most of you know that the TW marking […]
Read more
I don't do much in the way of “rack” refrigeration. However, I recently had a conversation with experienced rack refrigeration tech Jeremy Smith, and he got me thinking about EPR valves. I've heard EPR (evaporator pressure regulator) valves called suction regulators or hold back valves. In essence, they hold back against the suction line to […]
Read more