Designed to provide a basic, straightforward overview of the concepts and principles of HVAC and refrigeration, this book is ideal for readers with a limited amount of experience in the field. Refrigeration Principles, Practices and Performance begins with an introduction to the basics of refrigeration and HVAC, and then quickly progresses into specific equipment components, eliminating overly technical and lengthy information that is found in many traditional industry books. The focus on presenting the essentials with a simple, easy-to-understand approach makes this book valuable for any reader seeking to master and apply basic refrigeration and HVAC principles.

Chapter 1 Fundamentals
Chapter 2 The Compression System of Refrigeration
Chapter 3 Refrigerants : Physical and Refrigerating Properties
Chapter 4 Liquid Feed Devices or Expansion Valves
Chapter 5 Evaporators
Chapter 6 Compressors
Chapter 7 Condensers
Chapter 8 Flow Equipment
Chapter 9 Electrical Controls and Control Valves
Chapter 10 Lubrication
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