HVAC AC

Inficon Vortex AC Refrigerant Recovery Machine 714-202-G1 Review

  • Posted on: 5 June 2015
  • By: Sam

Today I will be reviewing the Vortex AC Refrigerant Recovery Machine by Inficon. Recovery machines are essential tools that every HVAC technician needs and already has in their tool chest. This recovery machine features an industry leading 3 year replacement warranty and is proudly made in the USA. The 714-202-G1 Vortex clocks in at 27lbs and has a textured reflective handle that stays cooler when in direct sunlight.

Robinair RG3 and RG6 Portable Refrigerant Recovery Machines Review

  • Posted on: 12 May 2015
  • By: Sam

Today I will be reviewing the Robinair RG3 and RG6 Portable Refrigerant Recovery Machines. These are two new and improved recovery machines offered by Robinair. These are tough and rugged and built for everyday technicians. The RG3 is the little brother to the RG6 in size and capacity. Let’s start with some basic information about the RG3.

Amprobe ACD-51NAV CAT IV 600A True-RMS Navigator Clamp On Power Meter Review

  • Posted on: 20 January 2015
  • By: Sam

For today’s review I will be going over a classic Clamp Meter from Amprobe. The Amprobe ACD-51NAV is a CAT IV 600A TRMS Clamp Meter used for maintenance and spot checking purposes.

This unit measures up to 1000V and can handle power measurements as well as THD (Total Harmonics Distortion) and Individual Harmonics. The Navigator clamp allows for non-contact voltage detection as well as measuring Inrush currents.

TSI 9565-A VelociCalc Multi-Function Ventilation Meter Review

  • Posted on: 10 December 2014
  • By: Sam

Today I will be discussing the TSI 9565-A VelociCalc Ventilation Meter. This unit has many applications including, but not limited to, HVAC Testing and Balancing, Clean Room Testing, IAQ Investigations and Process Air Flow Testing.

The 9565-A model of this meter comes with the TSI 9565-P Ventilation meter and a TSI 966 articulated air velocity probe.

Amprobe AMP-310 TRMS Clamp Meter for HVAC Applications Review

  • Posted on: 24 November 2014
  • By: Sam

Amprobe has released the new 300 series of Industrial Clamp meters. Today I will be reviewing the AMP-310 HVAC Clamp Meter which is the entry level version of this series. This model is CAT III 600V safety rated and features True-RMS for voltage readings you can depend on.  Some useful functions for this meter in regards to HVAC specific testing are DC Microamps, Diode Test, Temperature readings via Type K Thermocouple slot, and Inrush Current measurement.

Fieldpiece SC640 Digital Clamp Meter Review

  • Posted on: 14 November 2014
  • By: Sam

Today’s review will be on the Fieldpiece SC640 Digital Clamp Meter. Fieldpiece is one of the leaders in designing and releasing tools for the HVAC industry. In fact, they exclusively make testing equipment for the HVAC Industry. The Fieldpiece SC640 is a brand new meter from Fieldpiece and it complies with new UL Safety Standards that are coming out.

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