Overview
The Sporlan SVE-8-CP100 is a thermostatic expansion valve engineered for R-22 refrigerant air conditioning and heat pump systems. This valve features a brass bar stock body with ODF (solder) connections, designed for 8-ton nominal capacity with 5/8″ ODF inlet and 7/8″ ODF outlet ports. Each valve is factory tested to ensure positive leak-free performance, making it a dependable choice for commercial and residential cooling applications.
Key Features
- Externally Equalized Design: External equalizer configuration maintains consistent performance across varying load conditions
- Built-in Strainer: 12-mesh permanent inlet strainer protects the thermostatic element from contamination
- Replaceable Power Element: Long-lasting replaceable power element with adjustable superheat allows field calibration and serviceability
- Durable Construction: Brass bar stock body resists corrosion and offers reliability in demanding environments
- Multi-Refrigerant Compatible: Works with R-22, R-407C, R-407A, and R-422D refrigerants
- Factory Tested: Factory tested to ensure positive leak-free performance
Technical Specifications
The SVE-8-CP100 meets industry standards for commercial refrigeration and air conditioning installations.
Typical Applications
- Commercial air conditioning systems
- Heat pump units (heating and cooling)
- Medium-capacity refrigeration systems
- Split-system indoor/outdoor installations
- Retrofit replacements for existing R-22 equipment
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- R-22 refrigerant systems (primary application)
- R-407C, R-407A, and R-422D refrigerant systems
- Standard air conditioning and heat pump circuits
- Equipment using 5/8″ and 7/8″ ODF solder connections
- Split-system outdoor units and indoor coils with matching port sizes
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Sporlan Type S 8-ton valves with matching specifications
- OEM expansion valves in equivalent tonnage ratings
- Other manufacturers’ 8-ton thermostatic expansion valves with identical connection sizes
Works With
- Standard refrigerant circuits using solder connections
- Capillary tube thermostat bulbs (60-inch length standard)
- External equalization tubing from evaporator outlet
- Permanent 12-mesh inlet strainer without additional filtration
