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Air can cause a very unsafe rise in pressure as air can be compressed as opposed to water thus the rational for a T&P valve.

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Does ambient temp effect the temperature produced by an air conditioning unit?

In short answer, yes. There are many things that will affect the temperature produced by an air conditioning unit, to be honest.


What is difference between leak down test with water or air?

Water, with surface tension and higher viscosity than air, will not show the smallest leaks air will show. For very sensitive testing, helium is also used. Water, with surface tension and higher viscosity than air, will not show the smallest leaks air will show. For very sensitive testing, helium is also used.


In a gasoline engine the area in the cylinder head where the air and fuel mixture is burned is call the?

the answer is b cylinder just took the test its not the combustion chamber


What is the purpose of the valve on a metal casket?

On the one hand to release inner pressure. On the other hand to give access to the lock (closing mechanism, usually operated by a crank), while still having a hermetically sealing (air and watertight) casket.


What is Hydraulic lock?

Hydraulic lock, often referred to as hydrolock, occurs when a liquid, typically water, enters the combustion chamber of an engine and prevents the pistons from moving. This can happen due to various reasons, such as a faulty head gasket, a cracked engine block, or ingesting water through the air intake. As the piston attempts to compress the liquid, which is incompressible, it can cause significant damage to the engine, including bent rods or a cracked engine block. Immediate diagnosis and repair are crucial to prevent further engine damage.

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What is difference between Pneumatic test and Hydrostatic test?

For pnematic test you have to use Air as a media but In case of hydrotes you can use water as media.


How many psi are required when testing a dry standpipe with air?

When testing a dry standpipe with air, 40 psi for 24 hours is required. In addition to this air test, the piping of the standpipe also needs to undergo a hydrostatic test for 2 hours at 200 psi.


What is the acronym for Air Lock?

The acronym for Air Lock is A/L.


What is a hydrostatic how can you measure air pressure with a hydrostatic?

The pressure in a liquid at a given depth is called the hydrostatic pressure. This can be calculated using the hydrostatic equation: P = rho * g * d, where P is the pressure, rho is the density of the liquid, g is gravity (9.8 m/s^2) and d is the depth (or height) of the liquid.


What is the difference between pneumatic and hydrostatic?

Pneumatic systems use compressed air to transmit power, while hydrostatic systems use pressurized fluids, typically oil. Pneumatic systems are generally simpler, cleaner, and easier to maintain, but they have lower power capabilities compared to hydrostatic systems. Hydrostatic systems offer higher power density and are better suited for heavy-duty applications.


Can a air lock stop the water circulating?

Yes, that's why it's called a lock


Why do you need to purge your hydrostatic transmission on your new riding mower?

A hydrostatic transmission is basically a hydraulic pump - it's not like a gearbox transmission. As with anything else requiring fluids, air must be purged out of that system to ensure protection and proper function.


Can a lock be broken using air duster?

No.


Lack of heat could i have an air lock in radiator of your 1994 f150?

more likely to need a new thermostat in engine , than an air lock.


What is Hydrostatic Plumbing test?

Hydrostatic is testing piping or a pressure vessel with water rather then air as it is much safer. Picture two balloons one filled with air one filled with water then puncture them and the one with air reacts violently and the water balloon just plops harmlessly open. For testing a riser one will fill the piping and knowing that 1 ft of water will exert .434 PSI (figure a half pound per ft) A 100ft pipe would have a static pressure of 43 PSI to prove this take the pressure and times it by 2.31 close enough for government work


Does the temperature of the tennis ball affect the air?

The temperature of the ball does not affect the surrounding/outside air, but it does affect the air inside the ball.


How do you test Air Ride Compressor if its not turning on on a 96 Lincoln mark 8?

If the compressor isn't shot you can change the relay, it's the same one that's on the Anti Lock brakes. The air ride one is on the passenger side and the Anti Lock brake relay is on the driver's side, this way you won't have to buy one if that's not the problem. If the compressor isn't shot you can change the relay, it's the same one that's on the Anti Lock brakes. The air ride one is on the passenger side and the Anti Lock brake relay is on the driver's side, this way you won't have to buy one if that's not the problem.