Data sheet

Thermostatic expansion valve

Type TU and TC

The thermostatic expansion valves TUA/TUAE,

TCAE with exchangeable orifice, TUB/TUBE/
TCBE with fixed orifice and TUC/TUCE/TCCE with
fixed orifice and fixed superheat setting, are
made of stainless steel and therefore especially
well suited to refrigeration systems in the food
industry and where aggressive environments
exist. These thermostatic expansion valves have
been developed and designed especially for easy
and quick soldering into hermetic refrigeration
systems.
The valves are offered in the following rated
capacities
From 0.5 kW / 0.14 TR, up to 17.0 kW / 4.8 TR
R407C (TU)
From 19.0 kW / 5.4 TR up to 28.5 kW / 8.1 TR
R407C (TC).

Features • Bi-metal connections • Laser engraving

1. Fast and easy brazing process – no wet wrap 1. Durable positive valve identification; no label
needed. that peels off over time.
2. Braze alloys with as little as 5% Ag can be 2. Customer-specific engraving available on
used. request.
• Compact, lightweight design • Fully hermetic brazed and laser-welded
1. Flexible and easy integration in any system. design
1. Hermetic valve in accordance with EU F-gas
• Stainless steel
Regulation EU 517/2014.
1. High body strength.
2. No external leakage which saves costs on
2. High corrosion resistance.
maintenance and refrigerant loss.
3. High vibration resistance
3. Protecting the environment and climate
• Laser-welded power element
• Manufactured according to IATF16949
1. Ensures diaphragm´s structural integrity and
1. Quality and reliability that are second to
lengthens life.
none.
• Stainless steel capillary tube
1. Flexible lightweight capillary tube, tolerates
more bending for trouble-free installation and
longer life.
2. Greater resistance to vibration during
operation because of low weight.

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Thermostatic expansion valves regulate the amount of refrigerant that is injected into the evaporator. It does this to keep a constant
superheat level at the outlet of the evaporator, thereby preventing liquid refrigerant from entering the suction line and possibly causing
damage to the compressor.

Typical applications for TU and TC valves are:

• Conventional refrigeration systems
• Heat pump systems
• Air conditioning systems
• Specialty refrigeration appliances
• Liquid chillers
• Ice machines
• Transport refrigeration

Application Diagram

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Technical data

Charges available for following refrigerants R290, R134a, R513A, R404A, R407A, R407C, R407F, R448A, R449A, R507,
R410A, R452A, R600a
TU and TC valves are continually evaluated for use with newer
refrigerants. For further information please contact Danfoss.
Ignition assessment Positive. Zone 2 (Category 3, IIA)
TUA/TUAE and TCAE only approved for A1 refrigerants
Complies with PED Yes, fluid group 2, Article 4 paragraph 3, DN < 25 (inner bore)

Standard charge ranges with MOP -40 – +10 °C / -40 − +50 °F MOP +15 °C / + 60 °F
-40 – -5 °C / -40 − +25 °F MOP 0 °C / +32 °F
-60 – -25 °C / -75 − -15 °F MOP -20 °C / -4 °F (not for R134a and R513A)
For other ranges, please contact Danfoss.
Max. working pressure PS/MWP TU (non R410A): 34 bar(g) / 500 psi(g)
TU (R410A): 45.5 bar(g) / 660 psi(g)
TC (all): 45.5 bar(g) / 660 psi(g)
Connection type Solder, ODF
Connection sizes, Angleway Inlet: ¼ in, 3/8 in, 6 mm, 10 mm
Outlet: 3/8 in, ½ in, 5/8 in, 10 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm
Connection sizes, Straightway Inlet: ¼ in, 3/8 in, ½ in, 6 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm
Outlet: 3/8 in, ½ in, 5/8 in, 10 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm
Connection sizes, [External equalization] ¼ in, 6 mm

Orifices, TUB(E), TUC(E) X, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Orifices TUA(E) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Orifices TCAE, TCBE, TCCE 1, 2, 3

Bleed 15% (of nominal capacity) available. For 30%, contact Danfoss.

Biflow operation With flow in the opposite direction, the rated capacity is reduced by up
to 15%.
Biflow not recommended in TU with orifice 9
TC with orifice 3
All valves with MOP charges
Biflow not possible in All valves with internal equalization

Environmental transport/storage temperature and humidity Max. +65 °C / +150 °F, Humidity: <100% RH

Max. body temperature (mounting/operation) +120°C / +250°F (short lived peak: +150°C / +300°F)
Min. body temperature See Evaporating temperature range low end.

Max. bulb temperature (operation) Standard valves: +100°C / +212°F

Valves with MOP charges: +150°C / +300°F
Static superheat (SS) Standard 4K / 7.2°F
Customer-specific settings and non-adjustable valves are available.
Please contact Danfoss.
Material of product Body: Stainless steel
Capillary tube: Stainless steel
Connector: Bimetal (stainless steel and copper)
Standard capillary tube lengths TU: 0.8 m / 31.5 in
TC: 0.9 m / 35 in
Special capillary tube lengths available 0.3 m / 11.8 in, 0.45 m / 18.0 in and 1.5 m / 59 in

Inlet strainer TU orifice X - 4 = 100 mesh / All other TU and TC = 50 mesh / TU and TC
angle = 80 mesh
Serviceable No

Corrosion Passed salt spray test (EN ISO 9227 NSS) and ASTM prohesion (ASTM
G85) test. Both 2000 hours

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Ordering Coolselector®2
is a Danfoss calculation and selection software, designed to make selection processes for all
refrigeration projects easier and less time-consuming.
For fast and precise selection of valve, use Danfoss’ CoolSelector2® software.
You can download it from http://coolselector.danfoss.com

Product catalog
https://www.danfoss.com/en/products/valves/dcs/thermostatic-expansion-valves/tu-thermostatic-
expansion-valves/

Accessories

Bulb strap for TU, TC, T2

Code no. Description Pack mode Quantity / pack

068U3505 Bulb strap 0.4 mm Max. 28 mm tube I 45

068U3506 Bulb strap 0.4 mm Max. 50 mm tube I 45

068U3507 Bulb strap 0.4 mm Max. 28 mm tube M 25

068U3508 Bulb strap 0.4 mm Max. 50 mm tube M 25

Bulb strap for TU, TC, T2

Code no. Description Pack mode Quantity / pack

068U3509 OEM bulb strap 3/8 in tube I 45

068U3510 OEM bulb strap 1/2 in tube I 45

068U3511 OEM bulb strap 5/8 in tube I 45

I = Industrial pack (OEM)

M = Multipack (Wholesaler)

Spare parts
TUA / TUAE and TCAE Code no. Description Pack mode Quantity pack

068U1706 Inlet screen TUA/TUAE 0 - 4 Industrial packing 24

Inlet screen TUA/TUAE 5 - 9, TCAE

068U0016 Industrial packing 24
1-3

068U0015 Gasket Industrial packing 24

Note: To secure tightness, the orifice gasket must be changed each time the orifice is
disassembled

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Nominal capacity data

Type Orifice R410A R134a R407C R404A/R507 R290 R22

[kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR]
TU 0X 0.74 0.21 0.32 0.09 0.50 0.15 0.37 0.11 0.49 0.14 0.48 0.13
TU 00 0.99 0.28 0.42 0.12 0.66 0.19 0.49 0.14 0.64 0.18 0.63 0.18
TU 01 1.3 0.38 0.61 0.17 0.94 0.27 0.71 0.21 0.94 0.27 0.92 0.26
TU 01 1.7 0.49 0.72 0.20 1.1 0.33 0.87 0.26 1.1 0.32 1.1 0.31
TU 03 2.1 0.61 0.95 0.27 1.5 0.42 1.1 0.33 1.5 0.41 1.4 0.40
TU 04 4.1 1.2 1.6 0.45 2.5 0.74 2.0 0.59 2.6 0.72 2.5 0.70
TU 05 5.3 1.5 2.1 0.60 3.4 0.98 2.7 0.79 3.4 0.96 3.4 0.93
TU 06 8.5 2.4 3.4 0.94 5.3 1.5 4.2 1.2 5.3 1.5 5.3 1.5
TU 07 11.2 3.2 4.4 1.3 7.0 2.0 5.6 1.6 7.0 2.0 7.0 1.9
TU 08 15.8 4.5 6.5 1.8 10.2 3.0 8.0 2.4 10.2 2.9 10.1 2.8
TU 09 23.1 6.6 9.0 2.5 14.0 4.1 11.3 3.4 14.3 4.1 14.1 4.0
TC 01 21.2 6.1 13.0 3.7 17.8 5.1 13.0 3.8 19.1 5.4 18.3 5.1
TC 02 24.5 7.0 14.9 4.2 20.4 5.9 15.1 4.4 22.2 6.3 21.2 5.9
TC 03 30.6 8.9 18.6 5.2 25.2 7.3 18.9 5.6 27.9 7.9 26.7 7.4

The rated capacity is based on:

Evaporating temperature te = 4.4 °C / 40 °F
Liquid teperature tI = 37 °C / 98 °F
Condensing temperature tc = 38 °C / 100 °F

Type Orifice R407F R407A R448A R449A R513A R452A

[kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR] [kw] [TR]
TU 0X 0.58 0.17 0.49 0.14 0.48 0.14 0.47 0.14 0.28 0.08 0.28 0.08
TU 00 0.76 0.22 0.65 0.19 0.63 0.18 0.61 0.18 0.36 0.10 0.31 0.09
TU 01 1.1 0.32 0.94 0.28 0.93 0.27 0.90 0.26 0.53 0.15 0.46 0.13
TU 01 1.4 0.39 1.1 0.33 1.1 0.33 1.1 0.31 0.62 0.18 0.55 0.16
TU 03 1.7 0.50 1.5 0.43 1.4 0.42 1.4 0.41 0.82 0.23 0.72 0.20
TU 04 3.1 0.91 2.6 0.77 2.5 0.74 2.4 0.71 1.4 0.40 1.3 0.36
TU 05 4.2 1.2 3.5 1.0 3.4 1.0 3.2 1.0 1.8 0.53 1.7 0.48
TU 06 6.5 1.9 5.5 1.6 5.3 1.5 5.1 1.5 2.9 0.83 2.7 0.75
TU 07 8.6 2.5 7.2 2.1 7.0 2.0 6.7 2.0 3.8 1.1 3.5 0.99
TU 08 12.4 3.6 10.5 3.1 10.1 3.0 9.8 2.9 5.6 1.6 5.1 1.4
TU 09 17.1 5.0 14.4 4.2 13.9 4.1 13.6 4.0 7.7 2.2 7.2 2.1
TC 01 20.6 5.9 17.6 5.1 17.6 5.1 16.9 4.9 11.5 3.3 12.6 3.6
TC 02 24.0 6.9 20.3 5.9 20.3 5.9 19.3 5.6 13.2 3.8 14.5 4.1
TC 03 30.1 8.7 25.2 7.4 25.1 7.4 23.9 7.0 16.5 4.7 18.1 5.2

The rated capacity is based on:

Evaporating temperature te = 4.4 °C / 40 °F
Liquid teperature tI = 37 °C / 98 °F
Condensing temperature tc = 38 °C / 100 °F

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Identification

Main valve data is given on the power element (Fig. 1 and 2), on the valve body
(Fig. 3) and on the orifice assembly (Fig. 4).
For valves and separate orifices with bleed (optional), the bleed size is marked on the
valve body or orifice assembly respectively.
BP15 (= 15% bleed of nominal capacity).
For valves with fixed superheat setting (types TUC, TUCE or TCCE), the static superheat
is printed on the power element (e.g. SS 4°C/7.2°F).
All standard valves are marked with EAC, in case they need to be exported to Eurasia.

Power element, data example, Fig. 1 and 2: Fig. 1 Power element, TUBE
TUBE = Type (E = external pressure equalization)
068Uxxxx = Code number
R404A/R507 = Refrigerant
MOP 55/+15°C = MOP-point in psig and °C (optional)
-40/+10°C = Evaporating temperature range in °C
-40/+50°F = Evaporating temperature range in °F
PS 34 bar/MWP 500 psig = Max. working pressure in bar and psig
N0619A = Date marking (N = Nordborg, week 06, year
2019, weekday A = Thursday)

Fig. 2 Power element, TCBE

Valve body, data example, Fig. 3:

“arrow” = Normal flow direction
Inch = Connection in Inches (MM = millimeters)
BP15 = 15% bleed (optional)
Orifice 1 = Orifice number 1
5.40 TR = Rated capacity Qnom, in tons of refrigeration
19.0 kW = Rated capacity Qnom, in kW

Fig. 3 Valve body, TUBE and TCBE

Orifice assembly, data example (Fig. 4 and 5)

TU = Orifice for valve type (TUA or TCA)
5 = Orifice assembly number
068Uxxxx = Code number, orifice with filter and gasket
0619 = Date marking (week 06, year 19)

Fig. 4 TUA / TCA orifice

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Design

TU and TC valves are basically identical, except for the larger diaphragm on the TC. The larger diaphragm allows for more travel of the
orifice cone, which gives the TC valve more capacity than the TU valve.

TU and TC valves are available in both Straightway and Angleway versions. TUA(E) and TCAE only as straight flow.

Angle flow (fixed orifice) Straight flow (fixed orifice) Straight flow (exchangeable orifice)




Type Angleway Straightway

Internal pressure External pressure Internal pressure External pressure

equalization equalization equalization equalization

TUB/TUBE/TCBE
Adjustable
superheat

TUC/TUCE/TCCE
Non-adjustable
superheat

TUA/TUAE/TCAE
Adjustable
superheat and
exchangeable
orifice

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TU Angleway TU Straightway TUA / TUAE (incl. orifice)

TC Angleway TC Straightway TCAE (incl. orifice)

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Function
Thermostatic expansion valves maintain a constant superheat level at the evaporator outlet. It does this by controlling the amount
of refrigerant that is injected into the evaporator, taking both the evaporator load and ambient temperatures into consideration. This
both optimizes the efficiency of the refrigeration system and prevents liquid refrigerant from entering the suction line, possibly causing
damage to the compressor. Particularly when compared to systems that use capillary tubes, the thermostatic expansion valve will offer a
significant energy saving.

1. Thermostatic element with diaphragm

1 2. Bulb with capillary tube

2 3. Setting spindle for adjustment of static superheat SS

3 4. Orifice assembly

4 5. Filter

Angleway, Fig. 1

1. Thermostatic element with diaphragm

2. Bulb with capillary tube

1 3. Setting spindle for adjustment of static superheat SS
(behind valve, not visible)
2
3 4. Orifice assembly

5. Filter
4
5

Straightway, Fig. 2

Superheat, see Fig. 3

SS = Static superheat
OS = Opening superheat
Superheat

SH = SS + OS = Total superheat Q
Qnom = Rated capacity Qmax.
Qmax = Maximum capacity min.20%
Qnom.
Static superheat (SS) can be adjusted by turning
the setting spindle (3), see fig. 1 and 2 (TUB/TUBE/
TCBE) Static Superheat cannot be adjusted on
TUC/TUCE/TCCE.
The superheat setting is 4K for all standard valves. K
The opening superheat is 4K, measured from SS OS
when the valve begins to open to when the valve
SH
gives its rated capacity (Qnom).
Example:
SS = 4K
Static superheat
OS = 4K Fig. 3
Opening
SH = 4 + 4 = 8K
Superheat
Total superheat

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How to select a TU or TC thermostatic expansion valve.

Example: Refrigerant: R134a

Cooling capacity: 3KW
Evaporating temperature: -10 °C
Condensing temperature: 35 °C
Total (useful) superheat: 8K
Subcooling: 6K

This guide will help select a thermostatic expansion valve based on the above system parameters using the Coolselector tool.

Step 1: Open the Coolselector tool and select thermostatic expansion valve.
Coolselector can be downloaded from https://www.danfoss.com/en/service-and-support/downloads/
dcs/coolselector-2/ or used online on http://coolselectoronline.danfoss.com

Step 2: Select TU/TC from product families and the refrigerant. For this example: R134a.

Step 3: Fill in the operating conditions at the top as per the system parameters stated in the example.

Step 4: Now select the appropriate orifice size from the list provided by the tool. For this example, the tool
suggests TU-7, which is the valve size closest to 100% load.

Note:
1. Always remember to include sub cooling in the selection parameters. It is important for TXV selection. When all other parameters
remain constant, an increase in sub cooling will increase the capacity of the thermostatic expansion valve. Insufficient sub cooling can
create flash gas before the valve and high sub cooling can create lesser flash gas after the valve.

2. Coolselector determines pressure drop across the valve based on the condensing and evaporating temperatures. If the system
is using a distributor, has valves in the liquid line or height variations between evaporator and condenser, the pressure drops from
these components must be summarized, and given as input to the tool, using the “Distributor pressure drop” field. The capacity of the
thermostatic expansion valve is influenced by these pressure drops.

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Step 5: The code number for the valve can be selected based on additional parameters like specific charge,
equalization, connector type, connection size etc. at the code number selection tab. The performance
details will also be shown in detail under the Performance details tab.

Step 6: For list of code numbers, click the “Code number selection” tab.

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Dimensions
TUBE
TUBE TUCE
TUCE

Ø (39)

(31,8)
L

ØD
12,5 ø1,6
(49,6)
[E]

(10,8)
ØD

[O]

(44,1)
[I]
(ø14,4)
L

L1 ([O]) (32,5) L2 ([E])

ØD
(37,1) Ø(21)

[øD] [L] [L1] [L2]

Con. / Dim. Size [øD] [L] [L1] ([O]) [L2] ([E]; [I])
Con. / Dim. tolerance
Size
6 mm
[øD] [øD] tolerance [L ]
tolerance tolerance
[L] tolerance [L1 ] ([O]) [L1] tolerance [L2 ] ([E]; [I]) [L2] tolerance
tolerance
6,00 7 ±1,2
Equalization [E]
1/4 in
35,5 ±2
6 mm 6.00 6 mm
6,35
6,00
7 7
7
±1.2
±1,2
±1,2
Equalization [E] 1/4 in 6,35 7 ±1,2 35.5 ±2
1/4 in 6.35 Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9,52
+0,155
7 8 ±1.2
±1,2
10 mm 10,00 9 ±1,2
+0,065
6 mm 6.00 1/2 in
3/8 in
12,70 7 10 ±1.2
±1,4
9,52 8 ±1,2
12 mm 12,00 10 ±1,4 38,5 ±2
1/4 in 6.35 Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12,70
7 10
±1.2
±1,4
5/8 in 15,88 12 ±1,4 41,5 ±2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9.52 8 ±1.2
±0.155
10 mm 10.00 9 ±1.2
±0.065
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4
3/8 in 9.52 8 ±1.2
12 mm 12.00 10 ±1.4 38.5 ±2
Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4
5/8 in 15.88 12 ±1.4 41.5 ±2

TUBE TUCE
TUBE TUCE

Ø(39)

12,5 ø1,6
L
(31,8)

ØD

[E]
18,5 ø1,6
(47)

ØD

[O]
ØD
(10,8)

[I]
(21,5)

L
L2 ([E]; [I]) L1 ([O])
(ø 14,4) (32,5)
(21)

(37,2)

[øD] [L] [L1] [L2]

Con. / Dim. Size [øD] [L] [L1] ([O]) [L2] ([E]; [I])
tolerance tolerance tolerance tolerance
Con. / Dim. Size [øD] [øD] tolerance [L ] [L] tolerance [L1 ] [L1] tolerance [L2 ] ([E]; [I]) [L2] tolerance
6 mm 6.00Equalization [E] 6 mm 6,00 7 7 ±1,2 ±1.2
Equalization [E] 1/4 in 6,35 7 ±1,2
1/4 in 6.35 6 mm
1/4 in
6,00 7 7 ±1,2 ±1.2 35,5 ±2
6,35 7 ±1,2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9,52 8 ±1,2
6 mm 6.00 10 mm 10,00
+0,155 7 9 ±1,2
±1.2
1/2 in 12,70
+0,065
10 ±1,4 38,5 ±2 35.5 ±2
1/4 in 6.35 3/8 in 9,52 7 8 ±1,2 ±1.2
12 mm 12,00 10 ±1,4 38,5 ±2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9.52 Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12,70 8 10 ±1,4 ±1.2
±0.155
5/8 in 15,88 12 ±1,4 41,5 ±2
10 mm 10.00 9 ±1.2
±0.065
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4 38.5 ±2
3/8 in 9.52 8 ±1.2
12 mm 12.00 10 ±1.4 38.5 ±2
Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4
5/8 in 15.88 12 ±1.4 41.5 ±2

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TUAE
TUAE

(ø39)

(31,8)
L

ØD
[E]

(49,3)
12,5 ø1,6

(10,8)
18,5 ø1,6
ØD

[O]

ØD
[I]
L

(ø14,4)

(37,2)
L1 ([O]) L2 ([E]; [I])
NV19

[øD] [L] [L1] [L2]

Con. / Dim. Size [øD] [L] [L1] ([O]) [L2] ([E]; [I])
tolerance tolerance tolerance tolerance
Con. / Dim. Size [øD] [øD] tolerance [L ] [L] tolerance [L1 ] ([O]) [L1] tolerance [L2 ] ([E]; [I]) [L2] tolerance
6 mm 66.00
mm 6,00 7
7 ±1,2
±1.2
Equalization [E] Equalization [E]
1/4 in 6,35 7 ±1,2
1/4 in 6.35 7 ±1.2
6 mm 6,00 7 ±1,2
35,5 ±2
6 mm 6.00
1/4 in 6,35 7 7 ±1,2 ±1.2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9,52 8 ±1,2 35.5 ±2
1/4 in +0,155
106.35
mm 10,00 9 7 ±1,2 ±1.2
+0,065
1/2 in 12,70 10 ±1,4 38,5 ±2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9.52
3/8 in 9,52 8
8 ±1,2
±1.2
±0.155
10 mm[O]
Outlet
12 mm
10.00 12,00 10 9 ±1,4 ±1.238,5 ±2
1/2 in 12,70 ±0.065 10 ±1,4
1/2 in 12.70
5/8 in 15,88 12 10 ±1,4 ±1.441,5 ±2 38.5 ±2
3/8 in 9.52 8 ±1.2
12 mm 12.00 10 ±1.4 38.5 ±2
Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4
5/8 in 15.88 12 ±1.4 41.5 ±2

TCBE
TCBE TCCE
TCCE

Ø (45)

L
L
(31,2)

ØD
12,5 ø1,6

[E] 18,5 ø1,6

(10,8)

ØD

[O]
ØD
(69,5)
(21,5)

[I]

L
(37,2) (32,5)
Ø (21)

L1 ([O]) L2 ([E]; [I])

(ø14,4)

[øD] [L] [L1] [L2]

Con. / Dim. Size [øD] Con. / Dim. Size [øD]
[L]
[øD] tolerance [L ]
[L1] ([O])
[L] tolerance [L1 ] ([O]) [L1] tolerance [L2 ] ([E]; [I]) [L2] tolerance
[L2] ([E]; [I])
tolerance
Equalization [E]
6 mm 6,00 7 tolerance
±1,2 tolerance tolerance
1/4 in 6,35 7 ±1,2

6 mm 6.00 6 mm
1/4 in
6,00
6,35
7 7
7
±1.2
±1,2
±1,2
35,5 ±2

Equalization [E] Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9,52 8 ±1,2

1/4 in 6.35 10 mm 10,00
+0,155
+0,0657 9 ±1.2
±1,2
1/2 in 12,70 10 ±1,4 38,5 ±2
3/8 in
6 mm 6.00 12 mm
9,52
12,00
7 8
10
±1.2
±1,2
±1,4 38,5 ±2
Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12,70 10 ±1,4 35.5 ±2
1/4 in 6.35 5/8 in 15,88 7 12 ±1.2
±1,4 41,5 ±2

Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9.52 8 ±1.2

±0.155
10 mm 10.00 9 ±1.2
±0.065
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4 38.5 ±2
3/8 in 9.52 8 ±1.2
12 mm 12.00 10 ±1.4 38.5 ±2
Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4
5/8 in 15.88 12 ±1.4 41.5 ±2

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TCAE
TCAE

Ø45

L
L [E]

(31,2)
ØD
12,5 ø1,6

18,5 ø1,6

(10,8)
[O]
ØD

(69,5)
[I]

ØD

(29,9)
L

(37,2)
NV 19
(ø14,4)
L1 ([O]) L2 ([E]; [I])

[øD] [L] [L1] [L2]

Con. / Dim. Size [øD] [L] [L1] ([O]) [L2] ([E]; [I])
tolerance tolerance tolerance tolerance
Con. / Dim. 6 mm Size 6.00 [øD] [øD] tolerance [L ]7 [L] tolerance
±1.2 [L1 ] ([O]) [L1] tolerance [L2 ] ([E]; [I]) [L2] tolerance
Equalization [E] 6 mm 6,00 7 ±1,2
Equalization1/4 [E] in 6.35 7 ±1.2
1/4 in 6,35 7 ±1,2
6 mm 6 mm 6.00 6,00 77 ±1.2
±1,2
35,5 35.5 ±2 ±2
1/4 in 1/4 in 6.35 6,35 77 ±1,2
±1.2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 9,52 8 ±1,2
Inlet [I] 3/8 in 10 mm 9.52 +0,155 8 ±1.2
10,00 +0,065 9 ±1,2
±0.155
10 mm 1/2 in 10.0012,70 109 ±1,±1.2
4 38,5 ±2
3/8 in
±0.065
12.709,52 810 ±1,2
1/2 in ±1.4 38.5 ±2
12 mm 12,00 10 ±1,4 38,5 ±2
Outlet [O]
3/8 in 1/2 in 9.5212,70 108 ±1.2
±1,4
12 mm 5/8 in 12.0015,88 1210 ±1,4
±1.4 41,5 38.5 ±2 ±2
Outlet [O]
1/2 in 12.70 10 ±1.4
5/8 in 15.88 12 ±1.4 41.5 ±2

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Thermostatic expansion valves TU and TC

Operation and function.

Superheat Static superheat Total superheat

Superheat is the controlling parameter Static superheat, SS is the superheat above Total superheat is static superheat
of a TXV. Superheat, measured at the which the valve will begin to open. plus opening superheat, and is what is
evaporator outlet, is defined as the number measured at the evaporator outlet.
of degrees the refrigerant vapor is heated Opening superheat
above its saturation temperature (boiling Opening superheat, OS, is the amount
point), at a specific pressure. of superheat above static superheat, SS,
Liquid entering the compressor causes required to produce a given valve capacity.
serious damage. To prevent this, the
TXV will maintain a certain minimum
superheat.

When discussing superheat in relation to

TXV valve operation, the following terms
are used:

Subcooling

Subcooling, measured at the condenser Subcooling is necessary to prevent flash adequate.

outlet, is defined as the number of degrees gas forming in the liquid line. If flash gas forms in the liquid line, the
a liquid refrigerant is cooled below its Depending on system design, various capacity of the TXV will be greatly reduced.
saturation temperature (boiling point), at a levels of subcooling may be needed.
specific pressure. In most cases, 2 to 5K of subcooling is

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Bi-flow Only externally equalized TU valves with valve capacity will be reduced by up to
Bi-flow function is sometimes used in orifices X to 8 and externally equalized TC 15%. Valves for bi-flow operation should be
systems with 4-way reversing valves where valves with orifices 1 and 2 – without MOP installed so that the normal refrigerant flow
hot gas defrosts, or heating cycles are charges, can be used in bi-flow mode. is towards the main evaporator
required. When used in reverse direction, the rated

STF


4-way valve





DML / DCL
Filter drier

Available charges MOP charge (MOP = Maximum The Danfoss Marinite Anti-Hunt (MAH)
Operating Pressure) charge can be used in dynamic systems,
Universal charge The MOP charge is used to protect the often A/C systems. Here it reduces valve
This is the standard charge, used in most compressor motor against overload during hunting during evaporator load changes,
applications. It is characterized by a very start-up. A valve with MOP charge will thereby helping to maintain stable
large operational evaporating temperature throttle liquid injection into the evaporator system superheat and improve system
range, with only small variations in static and thus prevent the evaporating pressure performance.
superheat across the temperature range. from rising above the specified MOP point.
It is available in two temperature ranges. Above the MOP point, any increase in F-charge
One for normal (-40°C to +10°C / -40°F to sensor temperature results in only minimal The F-charge is designed for refrigeration
50°F) and one for low (-60 to -25°C / -76°F additional opening of the expansion valve. systems where low total superheat is
to -13°F) temperature applications. A number of different MOP points are required. Valves with this charge are
available. delivered with an optimized low static
superheat setting which allows for
installation with no or minimal field
 adjustment. The F-charge also includes the
Danfoss MAH function, as described above.

Ice charge
The ice charge is designed with an
optimized static superheat characteristic,
which allows for optimal function,
particularly in Ice cubers, where low


superheat is required in order to fully

utilize the entire evaporator coil.
Note: The MOP point will change if the
factory superheat setting of the expansion Milk charge
valve is changed. If the setting is reduced, The milk charge is designed for use in milk
the MOP point will go up and vice versa. cooling tanks where a limitation of the
suction pressure is required, but where
an MOP valve would suffer from charge
migration.

MAH charge

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TU stainless steel technology

Benefits of stainless steel

The fact that the TU is an all-stainless
steel expansion valve offers a number of
benefits:
· Stainless steel is far more corrosion-
resistant than traditional valve
materials.
· Stainless steel valves require no
surface treatment.
· Stainless steel capillary tubes are
three times stronger and twenty
times more resistant to vibration than
copper capillary tubes.
· Stainless steel has a greater strength-
to-weight ratio, making TU valves
High quality lighter and more compact. · Laser welding of the power element
The TU is manufactured on fully · Stainless steel diaphragms have preserves the structural uniformity of
automated, process-monitored production greater strength and corrosion the diaphragm, assuring consistent
lines. Cellularized computer-monitored resistance for a longer life. operation.
technology ensures uniform high quality · A precision-machined pushrod and
Danfoss precision port design
and that, when delivered, every valve bushing make a practically frictionless
meets Danfoss quality standards and The TU thermostatic expansion valve seal with no need for a packing gland.
customer specifications. Cellularized introduces precision port design, · The free-floating pushrod is self-aligning
production also makes possible incorporating four features that ensure and eliminates binding.
simultaneous production of large and superior repeatable performance over an
· The precision-machined cone and orifice
small quantities of standard and custom extended valve life.
accurately meter refrigerant under all
version valves. operating conditions.

Advanced technology - No need for a wet cloth...

fast and easy installation Bi-metal has a very low thermal
The TU stainless steel thermostatic conductivity, actually only 10% that
expansion valve has significant installation of copper, so heat applied during
advantages because it is a valve designed soldering remains largely in the copper
specifically for soldering. The TU can be layer of the connection tube, instead
installed in less than half the time required of being conducted to the valve body.
for traditional brass-bodied valves. External cooling is unnecessary.
The valve connections are made of copper The result is less energy consumption
and stainless steel bi-metal which makes and better solder quality. At the same
installation easy, reliable, and fast. time, the diaphragm's structural
integrity is preserved.

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