Engine Refrigeration (Supplementary) USCG Question #121 (Set 3)

Constant superheat is maintained at the evaporator coil outlet of a refrigeration system or unit by the action of what device?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — thermal expansion valve

The thermostatic expansion valve regulates liquid refrigerant flow into the evaporator, continuously modulating to maintain a constant predetermined superheat at the evaporator outlet regardless of load fluctuations.

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