Orifice Tube
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The orifice tube is located in the evaporator inlet or in condenser outlet. It controls the flow of liquid refrigerant into the evaporator. The orifice tube replaces the previously used expansion valve.
The tube has no moving parts and is not adjustable. If defective, it must be replaced as a unit. See Fig 1.