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Ultrasonic Degassing for Refrigerant Recovery from Compressor Oils

By Industrial Sonomechanics

Enhance Recovery of Refrigerants from Compressor Oils - In refrigeration systems, compressor lubricant oils are in contact with refrigerants (such as R-134a), which gradually dissolve into the oils, altering viscosity and reducing lubrication, which impacts system efficiency and cooling performance. - To recover valuable refrigerants, the oil is drained and treated with heating, agitation, vacuum degassing, or air stripping; however, these methods are often slow, energy-intensive, and can leave significant amounts of refrigerant behind. - ISM’s in-line ultrasonic degassing technology effectively removes dissolved refrigerants from compressor oils, provides a convenient way to collect them for future use, and restores oil performance. This enhances cooling efficiency, conserves valuable refrigerants, and reduces costs.