#EEV
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Electronic expansion valves (or EEVs) are metering devices that you’ll find in a variety of modern HVAC equipment, including heat pumps, VRF units, inverter mini splits, and chillers. This valve is electronic rather than mechanical and can precisely control the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator and optimize efficiency for heating and cooling units. Other […]
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This tech tip comes from our contributor, compressor decapitator, and super tech Ulises Palacios. Many ductless systems and some high-efficiency unitary systems have electronic expansion valves. If you find one that is stuck closed, you may be able to get it open temporarily by putting a strong magnet like the one shown above on the […]
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In this short podcast episode, Bryan explains electronic expansion valve (EEV) types. EEVs perform the same function as TXVs, but they operate electronically, not mechanically. The EEV makes sure that the evaporator is full of the right amount of refrigerant at saturation; it doesn't just affect evaporator pressure. We don't want high superheat (due […]
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