1.Receiver/dryer
A receiver is a device to store the refrigerant liquidized by the condenser temporarily, and it supplies the required amount of refrigerant to the evaporator.
A dryer has a desiccant Read more Automotive Air Condition System Receiver Dryer and Sight-Glass
Heater and Aircondition System
Automotive Air Condition System Magnetic Clutch
1.Function
A magnetic clutch is driven by engine through the drive belt. The magnetic clutch is a device to connect the engine and the compressor. The magnetic clutch stops and drives the compressor as Read more Automotive Air Condition System Magnetic Clutch
Automotive Air Condition System Temperature Switch
1.Function
The through-vane type compressor has a temperature switch that detects the refrigerant temperature on top of the compressor. If the refrigerant temperature becomes excessively high, the bimetal Read more Automotive Air Condition System Temperature Switch
Automotive Air Condition System Compressor
1.Crank type
In the reciprocating compressor, the rotation of the compressor crankshaft is changed to the reciprocating movement of a piston.
2. Through-vane type
Each vane of the through-vane compressor Read more Automotive Air Condition System Compressor
Automotive Refrigeration System
1.Description
The basic components of an automobile refrigeration system consist of the compressor, condenser, receiver/dryer, expansion valve, and evaporator.
Besides the basic components, there is Read more Automotive Refrigeration System
Automotive Heater System
Location of Components
The heater system consists of the following parts.
1.Water valve
2.Heater core
3.Blower (motor, fan)
Construction
1.Water valve
(1)Description
The water valve is installed Read more Automotive Heater System
Automotive Air Condition System Refrigeration Cycle
Refrigerant
1.What is refrigerant?
Refrigerant is a heat exchanging substance that circulates in the refrigerant cycle. It removes the heat when it evaporates and releases its heat when it liquidizes.
At Read more Automotive Air Condition System Refrigeration Cycle
Automotive Air Condition System Blower Speed Control
1.Blower speed control function
Adjusting the amount of the current that passes the blower motor controls the blower speed. There are 2 methods:
resistor and transistor.
(1)Resistor type
This adjusts Read more Automotive Air Condition System Blower Speed Control
Automotive Air Condition System Operation and Function
1.Control panel
There are many selectors on the control panel for the car A/C. These selectors are categorized as follows; air inlet selector, temperature selector, airflow selector, and blower speed Read more Automotive Air Condition System Operation and Function
What is an Automotive Heater and A/C (Air Conditioner)?
1.Air conditioning
The air conditioning controls the temperature of the vehicle interior. It functions as a dehumidifier, in addition to its heating and cooling temperature control functions. The A/C Read more What is an Automotive Heater and A/C (Air Conditioner)?