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It cools the liquid refrigerant after it is compressed from gas to a liquid from the compressor.
Condensor
Your condensor outside , where the compressor is . should have an information plate showing the type of refrigerant used
The purpose of subcooling the liquid refrigerant before it leaves the condenser is to ensure that the refrigerant is fully condensed and has a lower temperature than its saturation point. This enhances system efficiency by preventing the formation of vapor bubbles in the liquid line, which can lead to reduced cooling capacity and potential compressor damage. Additionally, subcooling increases the refrigerant's density, allowing for more effective heat exchange in the evaporator. Overall, it improves the overall performance and reliability of the refrigeration system.
When the maximum pressure of the refrigerant is achieved in the condensor and the maximum temperature differential is acheived between the condensor coil and the surrounding medium. (air, water, or other)
If you want to take the condensor off, you need a refrigerant recovery system.
The evaporator
In Liquid state
When the refrigerant leaves the compressor, it is in a high-pressure gas state. It then flows through the condenser coils, where it releases heat and condenses into a high-pressure liquid before entering the expansion valve.
In the condenser, the refrigerant releases heat to the surrounding air or water, causing it to condense from a high-pressure gas to a high-pressure liquid. This process is essential for removing heat from the refrigerant so it can be efficiently circulated back into the system to collect more heat from the space being cooled.