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July 9, 2025

PSC, ECM, Variable Speed: Motor Types, Troubleshooting & Longevity Tips for HVAC

The Kalos team members break down the essential differences between PSC, ECM, and variable speed motors in this comprehensive overview for HVAC technicians. Learn about blower and condenser fan motor types, understand how each motor technology handles static pressure, and discover why proper airflow management is critical for system longevity.

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A Liquid Line Solenoid and What it Does
Depending on what segment of the business you are in and your location, you either work on pump-down solenoid systems all the time, or YOU HAVE NO CLUE what a liquid line solenoid is. A liquid line solenoid valve (LLSV) is just a valve that opens and closes; it has a magnetic coil. Depending on […]
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Confirming Liquid Levels with a Little Thermodynamics
Maintaining the correct vapor-liquid refrigerant balance is crucial for air conditioning and refrigeration system performance. Longer line sets hold more refrigerant, which increases the risk of liquid accumulating in the suction line or entering the compressor during off-cycles. Heat pumps are one common application that requires additional measures. Refrigerant flow reverses during heating, turning the […]
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Léon Creux's Scroll Design: From Initial Failure to an Enduring Legacy
The HVAC/R industry isn’t short on tragic figures. There’s John Gorrie, whose ice machine showed a lot of promise but didn’t have enough financial backing due to the lucrative ice industry and the death of his business partner. While Gorrie may have died without seeing his vision reach the masses, he was ahead of his […]
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