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How to conduct a heat load test on an orifice tube system

How to perform a heat load test on an orifice tube system in your car A heat load test is a crucial procedure used to evaluate the performance and efficiency of a car’s AC system. Conduct a maximum heat load test on your car’s AC to find out why it’s not cooling properly. A maximum heat load test is the “gold standard” of all auto AC tests. The results tell you where the problem is. To get accurate results from your heat load test, you must test the condenser, evaporator, … Read More

How to conduct a Heat load test on an expansion valve system

Learn how to conduct a heat load test on an expansion valve AC system You’ll need a digital readout thermometer and a temperature probe to perform a heat load test on the thermostatic expansion valve system. One inexpensive option is the AGPtek Dual Two Channel Digital Thermometer 2 K-Type Thermocouple Sensor. and a PYLE Meters PCTL01 Pipe Clamp Temperature Lead. With these thermometers, you can check the level of refrigeration charge, the operation of the evaporator and condenser, as well as restrictions in hoses. Hey, if you want to save … Read More


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