The lubricant in refrigeration and air conditioning systems has many important functions. Even though the circulated refrigerant is the working fluid required for cooling, the lubricant or oil is ...

The article points out that air compressor failure is rarely the result of chance. Most breakdowns happen due to preventable issues like missed maintenance, air leaks, overheating, or oil ...

When dealing with refrigeration or air conditioning compressors that employ an oil pump, many service technicians confuse net oil pressure with oil pump discharge pressure. However, it is of utmost ...