Evacuating refrigeration systems without time-consuming monitoring
Testo launches a new innovative product, the testo 565i vacuum pump, which enables fully automatic evacuation of refrigeration systems and heat pumps. This automated system is designed to save customers a lot of time and offer them greater flexibility in their daily work.
Evacuations are an important part of the commissioning and maintenance of refrigeration systems and heat pumps. They ensure the efficient performance and longevity of a system by removing unwanted foreign gases and moisture. However, this process can take several hours, especially in the case of larger systems. A vacuum holding test is carried out after evacuation in order to draw conclusions about the system tightness. All in all, this is a time-consuming process.
For this reason, Testo is focusing on automation with its new vacuum pump. When the required vacuum target values are reached, the testo 565i stops evacuation automatically and then starts the vacuum holding test. After a one-off configuration, the evacuation process runs entirely on its own allowing the technician to start filling the system immediately in the next step and view all the data collected on system tightness. Testo’s aim with this innovation is to save its customers a lot of time while maximizing efficiency.
Wireless connectivity and remote control via smartphone
Efficiency and flexibility are essential in times of skills shortages. Testo relies on this, too. Workflows are optimised through end-to-end connectivity between the devices. This means that evacuations can also be monitored remotely.
For most people, the smartphone is not only a constant companion, but also a tool to control more and more technical devices. The testo Smart App allows the entire evacuation process to be controlled by smartphone and all the collected data to be saved or sent as a measurement report. This ensures maximum flexibility and ease of use for the customers.
Increasingly important: compatibility with flammable refrigerants
The growing demand for climate-neutral solutions means that flammable refrigerants are becoming increasingly important and being used more and more often. To be prepared for modern refrigeration systems and heat pumps, Testo guarantees that its new vacuum pump can be used safely even with flammable class A3 and A2L refrigerants.
Reliability and convenience
Testo also places emphasis on safety with its integrated non-return valve; this prevents vacuum loss even in the event of power interruptions thereby guaranteeing a high level of reliability.
To ensure that vacuum pumps work smoothly, oil has to be topped up regularly and the oil level checked. In order to save time in this area too, a large sight glass allows the oil level to be assessed quickly and the oil to be added and removed easily.
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