Are Bubbles Best?
With summer just around the corner, things are heating up! Units are running harder, head pressure is higher and the chance of a leak is increased. Your demanding workload over the warmer months means you need to get in and get out, detecting any leaks as quickly and accurately as possible.
So what option is best for you? We have compared some leak detection products in the market to help you decide if investing in leak detection will benefit you this summer.
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Portable |
Leaking refrigerant will be drawn into the unit by a small pump. The refrigerant will pass through a proportional halogen detector, and it will be translated into electrical signal. This signal will be amplified and read out will be provided, together with audible sound. |
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| Ultrasonic Leak Detection |
Ultrasonic sound is a range of sound (>20kHz) that is above the human hearing capacity. Turbulence created by air or a gas forced through a small orifice generates ultrasonic sound. |
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Liquid Spray |
Spray on bubble type leak detection fluids allow accurate pinpointing of leaks as the user can watch bubbles or foam actively brew at the point of leakage. |
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| UV Leak Detection |
UV dye is added to the system and if a leak occurs a small amount of the UV dye which is carried with the oil is deposited at the leak site. This dye can be seen using UV lights. |
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