Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV)

thermostatic expansion valveThis is a metering device found next to the evaporator coil inside the air handler.  It controls the flow of refrigerant allowed to enter the evaporator coil.  Using a sensing bulb, it will adjust the flow based on the temperature of the coil.  It is necessary in high efficiency systems especially and allows for optimal efficiency.

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