Tech Tip: J2788 Test Equipment Needed to Diagnose and Recharge Today’s A/C Units
In order to remove all the refrigerant from later-model vehicles during the recovery process, a J2788-compliant A/C machine is required. This is due to later-model vehicles using less refrigerant, which older A/C machines cannot fully recover, leading to potential problems.
MovinCool Offers New Guide to Buying Portable A/C and Spot Cooling Units
The easy-to-read report gives prospective buyers the information they need before they commit valuable resources. The guide includes a comprehensive checklist of what details to look for to ensure buyers are getting a reliable spot air conditioner.
MAHLE Next Generation ArcticPRO A/C Handling Systems for R134a and R1234yf Refrigerants Now Available
Four units (ACX2180, ACX2180H, ACX2150 and ACX2120H) are available to recover, recycle and recharge vehicles equipped with R134a refrigerant.
A/C Service Tools & Equipment Investment Demands a Smart Strategy
Finding an A/C service machine that ensures the safe recovery and recharging of automotive A/C systems.
MAHLE Refrigerant Identification Tools Help Prevent Contamination of A/C Service Equipment
ArcticPRO ACX1180 series of A/C equipment for R134a refrigerant, in conjunction with the external ID1000 Pro, will identify EPA SNAP-approved blend refrigerants.
MAHLE Announces ArcticPRO A/C Machine Lineup Additions; Includes Two Machines With TechPRO Integrated
In addition to its high-end Smart AC products with TechPRO, MAHLE Service Solutions has added three new value-priced units to its ArcticPRO lineup including the ACX1120H, ACX1150 and ACX1150H, thus offering a complete range of A/C servicing units to satisfy all customer needs.
JEGS Offers Remote Mount Electric A/C Compressor
JEGS introduces an all-new air conditioner compressor. Convenient remote mount frees up engine space and minimizes engine clutter. Compatible with almost any A/C system, the compressor is available small (#555-51810) or large (#555-51812) to accommodate vehicles that have 2 to 4 seats. Both use -10AN (suction) and -8AN (discharge) fittings and are 8” wide; #555-51810
MAHLE Service Solutions Will Introduce New Touch Screen Displays And A/C Machines At MACS 2015 In Orlando
MAHLE Service Solutions is showcasing its new interactive touch screen displays and new A/C units for processing R1234yf and R134a refrigerants at the 2015 MACS Show this week.
A/C Diagnostics 101: The Value Of Scanners
Leave it to the manufacturers to take a simple thing like heat and air conditioning and turn it into an electronic jungle of wiring, sensors and computer components. HVAC units have come a long way from when I started in the business. Not that I want to dwell on the past, but it might be a good idea to make sure we understand the basics before diving into the problem of today’s systems. I always feel that if I understand a system fully before doing any repair work, I’m more likely to get it right the first time.
New DENSO Trilingual A/C Compressor And Components Catalog Now Available
DENSO Products and Services Americas has released its 398-page catalog that covers automotive, light truck and van applications for A/C system elements such as compressors, condensers, drier accumulators, expansion devices and evaporators.