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Capillary Tube Repair and Brazing Class

Learn the essential skills for capillary tube repair and brazing in this comprehensive HVAC training class with Roman. This hands-on capillary tube brazing class covers everything technicians need to know about working with these critical metering devices.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How capillary tubes meter refrigerant through friction and pressure differential
  • Understanding inner diameter (ID) vs outer diameter (OD) and why it matters
  • Proper sizing charts and BTU capacity calculations
  • Step-by-step capillary tube brazing techniques
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
  • When to repair vs replace capillary tubes
  • Working with different wall thicknesses and refrigerant types
  • Insertion depth best practices (1/4″ to 1/2″)
  • Heat application and avoiding kinks or breaks

 

Key Topics Covered:

  • Capillary tube fundamentals and metering principles
  • Friction-based pressure drop mechanics
  • Proper brazing techniques for delicate copper tubing
  • Caliper measurements and sizing tools
  • Oil return applications in VRF systems
  • Schrader core connections
  • Field repair scenarios and troubleshooting

 

Whether you’re a new HVAC technician or experienced professional, this capillary tube repair and brazing class provides practical knowledge you can apply immediately in the field.

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