Ritchie Engineering 19161 R134a Refrigerant Adapter

Product Description

The RITCHIE ENGINEERING 19161 is an R134a refrigerant adapter designed for use with refrigerant handling equipment in HVAC and automotive AC service applications. This adapter provides the proper connection interface for R134a systems, allowing technicians to connect manifold gauge sets, vacuum pumps, recovery machines, or charging equipment to R134a service ports. It is a single-unit component intended for use by licensed HVAC technicians and refrigeration service professionals working on systems that use R134a refrigerant.

The 19161 adapter is suited for service work on residential, light commercial, and automotive air conditioning systems that use R134a as the working refrigerant. It provides a straightforward, reliable connection point during refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and recharge procedures. Technicians working on R134a equipment will find this adapter a practical addition to their service toolkit for maintaining proper fitting compatibility across equipment.

Key Features

• Designed specifically for R134a refrigerant service connections
• Single-unit adapter for individual service port connection
• Compatible with standard refrigerant handling equipment used in HVAC and AC service
• Compact, portable form factor suitable for field service use

Compatibility

Designed for use with R134a refrigerant service equipment and systems requiring R134a adapter connections. No specific compatible model numbers were provided by the manufacturer for this listing.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified HVAC technician or refrigeration service professional. Always recover refrigerant in compliance with EPA Section 608 regulations before opening any refrigerant circuit. Ensure the service port and adapter threads are clean and free of debris before making connections, and do not overtighten fittings to avoid damaging valve cores or adapter seats.