Refrigeration circuit accumulator SA-70xx series

The main purpose of a Suction Line Accumulator is to prevent a sudden surge of liquid refrigerant or oil form returning down the suction line and into a compressor. The suction line accumulator is a temporary reservoir for liquid refrigerant and oil. The accumulator is designed to meter both the liquid refrigerant and oil back to the compressor at a controlled rate. This prevents compressor damage. By metering the liquid refrigerant and oil back to the compressor, the accumulator also helps maintain system efficiency and proper crankcase oil levels. Applications Suction Line Accumulators are installed in air conditioning and refrigeration systems where a sudden return of liquid down the suction line is possible. Henry Technologies’ SA Series Suction Line Accumulators are suitable for use with HFC and HCFC refrigerants and their associated oils, as well as other industrial fluids non-corrosive to steel and copper. Main Features •ODS connections •Prevents liquid slugging •Controlled liquid return and oil return •Large flow capacity •Low pressure drop •Screen protected orifice •Solid copper connections •Powder-coated finish •Cost effective How it Works Refrigerant vapor from the evaporator enters the Suction Line Accumulator, along with any liquid refrigerant and oil. The liquid is held at the bottom of the Accumulator until it is metered back to the compressor. A U-Tube is connected to the outlet of the Accumulator to ensure vapor is returned to the compressor. On Vertical Accumulators, liquid is metered back to the compressor via a screened orifice at the bottom of the U-Tube. This metenng only occurs when the compressor is running.