Coupler and methods of use for assessment of refrigeration systems
US11460366B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 7, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01K2205/00
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A refrigeration servicing system includes an apparatus and user equipment in electronic communication with the apparatus. The apparatus includes a body having a first end and a second end, wherein a passage extends within the body from the first end to the second end. A recess is formed within the body at the second end. The body comprises an inlet at the first end configured to directly engage with a portion of the refrigeration system, a conduit in fluid communication with the inlet, and a plunger. The conduit and plunger are each positioned in the passage. The apparatus also includes a housing at least partially positioned in the recess and in fluid communication with the conduit. The housing includes a sensor configured to directly contact the fluid and measure a parameter of the fluid. A method of servicing a refrigeration system is also provided.
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