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PXV & PXVW Expansion Valves

The Hansen PXV and PXVW are pulse modulating liquid refrigerant expansion valves. The PXV uses a specially designed, high-cycle, long life, solenoid operator. A sophisticated 4-20 mA input signal is used to monitor the liquid flow to the system. Unlike traditional TXVs, the pulse design eliminates the need to maintain minimum pressure differential. Low and varying liquid feed pressures (head pressure) are compensated by the basic variable valve operation. It is suitable for use with ammonia and most common refrigerants.

The unique PXVW60 body has an integral 100 mesh (150 micron) strainer screen and features direct weld assembly, eliminating flange gasket leak potential. In addition, the PXVW valve has an adjustable, integral hand-expansion plug to regulate the flow from 15 to 60 nominal tons of ammonia. Consult the factory for PXVW halocarbon capacities.
  • XV5, PXV15 drop-in replacement valve for Sporlan DA series thermostatic expansion valve
  • PXV does not require minimum pressure drop to operate; low head pressure tolerant
  • PXVW60 with adjustable capacity settings from 15 to 60 nominal tons of ammonia
  • Simple, compact controller programmed for liquid level control, liquid injection oil cooling, or DX superheat control
  • Operates with 115V, 220V, or 24V AC coil

Applications

The PXV modulates the flow of liquid feed to an evaporator or chiller. It is recommended for use wherever a thermal expansion valve (TXV) would be used. It is also ideal for liquid make-up to small surge vessels above flooded heat exchangers to minimize fluctuations in liquid level and evaporator pressures, and for liquid injection for compressor oil cooling.

Capacity

The PXV models are available for ammonia capacities up to 60 nominal tons with adjustable capacity settings. The PXV models available for ammonia are 5 and 15 tons (nominal) and the PXVW has an adjustable hand-expansion plug from 15 to 60 tons (nominal).