Commercially Available Tools And Materials
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This list outlines the testers, tools and materials required for expert refrigerant circuit repair work.
| Overview |
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| Slat comb |
| Charging hoses, 5/8"-18 UNF thread |
| Charging hoses, M12 x 1.5-6G according to SAE J639 external thread (included in the A/C Service Station delivery package). |
| Connection piece for refrigerant cylinder and seal with quick-release coupling connection or threaded connection (included in the A/C Service Station delivery package). |
| Valve caps 5/8"-18 UNF |
| Pressure gauge set with pressure reducer for nitrogen |
| Quick-release coupling connection for the service connections (Included in the A/C Service Station delivery package). |
| The wrench size depends on the threaded connections on the refrigerant lines. |
| Connecting nipple for conical seal 5/8"-18 UNF |
| Compressed-air gun with rubber end piece |
| Hand shut-off valve 5/8"-18 UNF |
| Recycling cylinders for contaminated refrigerant R1234yf (for the respective gas supplier) |
| Digital thermometer |
| Safety Gloves |
| Protective Eyewear |
| Dry ice as pellets (from the respective gas supplier or internet) |