Description
Overview
The Copeland 057313 is a straight-body, externally equalized thermal expansion valve (TXV) engineered for reliable refrigerant metering in medium-temperature commercial refrigeration and air conditioning applications. Rated at 8-ton capacity and compatible with both R-22 and R-407C refrigerants, this valve delivers precise superheat control to maximize system efficiency and protect the compressor from liquid slugging.
Key Features
- Externally equalized design for accurate superheat control across longer evaporator circuits
- Straight-body valve configuration for versatile installation orientations
- 5-foot capillary tube for flexible remote bulb placement
- 5/8″ ODF sweat inlet x 1-1/8″ ODF sweat outlet connections
- Dual refrigerant compatibility: R-22 and R-407C
- Medium temperature charge for reliable operation in standard cooling applications
- 8-ton nominal capacity for commercial-scale systems
Specifications
- SKU: 057313
- Model: HFES 8 HCA 5FT 5/8 x 1 1/8 ODF S/T
- Brand: Copeland
- Valve Type: Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV), Externally Equalized
- Body Style: Straight Body
- Capacity: 8 Ton
- Compatible Refrigerants: R-22, R-407C
- Temperature Charge: Medium Temperature
- Capillary Tube Length: 5 Feet
- Inlet Connection: 5/8″ ODF Sweat
- Outlet Connection: 1-1/8″ ODF Sweat
- Equalization: External
Application
Ideal for use in commercial air conditioning and medium-temperature refrigeration systems where precise refrigerant flow control is critical. The external equalizer port compensates for evaporator pressure drop, making this TXV well-suited for multi-circuit or longer evaporator coil configurations. Compatible with R-22 systems and R-407C drop-in retrofit applications.
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