Refrigerant
Definition
Home AC refrigerant is a chemical mixture that flows through the system and carries the heat from inside the home to the outside.
Synonyms
Freon, R-12, R-22, R-32, R-134a, R-410a
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Related Terms
Expansion Valve
Controls how much refrigerant is allowed to flow into the evaporator coil
R-12
Common type of refrigeration used in older home AC systems
Freon
Brand name for a type of refrigerant used in air conditioning systems
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