Fitters Notes Series: Condensing Units
26 May 2008
The compressor is often described as the heart of a refrigeration system. However, for systems up to a certain capacity, refrigeration specialists often like to use a compressor integrated into a condensing unit. Air-cooled condensing units - which are the exclusive subject of this article - generally consist of a compressor (or sometimes two compressors), a condenser with one or two fans, an electrical terminal box, and optionally high-pressure and low-pressure switches and a receiver.
Useful practical tips for the everyday work of fitters is provided in the “Fitters Notes” series. The “Fitters Notes” series is based on the handbook of the same name produced by Danfoss, which discusses the basic principles of commercial refrigeration systems and the associated basic components.