Sporlan TXV Valve Cartridge Size AAA Balanced Port BQC-AAA Red 168303

The Parker Sporlan 168303 BQC-AAA RED CARTRIDGE & TAG is a high-quality replacement cartridge designed for use in refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Parker Sporlan is a recognized name in the HVAC industry, known for its innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and reliability of temperature control systems. The BQC-AAA RED CARTRIDGE serves an essential function in maintaining optimal thermal performance within these systems by acting as a liquid line filter drier. This cartridge is utilized in refrigeration applications where it effectively removes moisture, dirt, and other contaminants from the refrigerant. By doing so, it helps protect the compressor and ensures stable system performance, extending the lifespan of the equipment. Designed for ease of installation and maintenance, the BQC-AAA RED CARTRIDGE facilitates quick service, minimizing downtime in commercial and residential settings. Unique features include a robust construction that withstands harsh operating conditions, as well as an efficient filtration medium that optimizes refrigerant flow. This makes it a preferred choice among HVAC professionals and technicians. Overall, the Parker Sporlan 168303 BQC-AAA RED CARTRIDGE & TAG exemplifies reliability and efficiency within HVAC applications, making it a crucial component in the effective maintenance of cooling systems.

REFRIGERANT: The cartridge itself is refrigerant-independent brass hardware. Refrigerant is set by the thermostatic element it is paired with: KT-43 for the R-22 family, KT-45 for R-410A. What DOES change with refrigerant is the cartridge capacity, listed below. IMPORTANT FITMENT: BQC cartridges fit balanced-port bodies only, meaning types BQ, BQE, EBQ, EBQE, SBQ and SBQE. They will not fit the conventional-port Q, EQ or SQ bodies, which use QC-series cartridges. Types Q, EQ and SQ are not approved for R-410A at all. R-410A elements are approved for BQ, EBQ and SBQ bodies only. Manufacturer: Sporlan Division, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Washington, Missouri, USA Part number: 168303 Cartridge designation: BQC-AAA Cartridge size: AAA, the smallest capacity in the BQC range Color code: Red, on the top surface of the cartridge Identification: capacity code stamped on the cartridge, plus an ID tag that bends around the capillary tubing NOMINAL CAPACITY BY REFRIGERANT, tons of refrigeration: R-22 and R-422D: 1/8 to 1/3 ton (0.44 to 1.17 kW) R-410A: 1/4 to 1/3 ton (0.88 to 1.17 kW) R-134a: 1/8 to 1/5 ton (0.44 to 0.70 kW) R-404A: 1/8 to 1/5 ton (0.44 to 0.70 kW) R-507: 1/8 to 1/5 ton (0.44 to 0.70 kW) R-12: 1/8 to 1/5 ton (0.44 to 0.70 kW) R-401A: 1/8 to 1/5 ton (0.44 to 0.70 kW) R-402A: 1/8 to 1/5 ton (0.44 to 0.70 kW) Related part: this cartridge is one of the sizes supplied in the Sporlan BQ Cartridge Service Kit, part number 184007. Capacity rating basis: ANSI/ARI Standard 750, vapor-free 100 F (37.8 C) liquid entering the valve, 7 F (4 K) maximum opening superheat Note: a complete valve requires three parts, being the body, the cartridge and the thermostatic element. This listing is the cartridge only. Source: Parker Sporlan Bulletin 10-10, April 2011, pages 3, 17, 18, 19 and 20.