Sporlan 100488 Thermal Expansion Valve 5.5 Ton Flare

Product Description

The SPORLAN 100488 is an angle-body thermal expansion valve (TXV) designed for commercial refrigeration systems. It features a 3/8-inch SAE flare inlet and a 1/2-inch SAE flare outlet, along with a 30-inch capillary tube and a 1/4-inch flare external equalizer connection. With a nominal capacity of 5.5 tons, this valve is engineered to meter refrigerant flow into the evaporator, maintaining precise superheat control under varying load conditions. Thermostatic Charge C is factory-installed. A 100-mesh removable strainer protects the valve seat from debris. Licensed refrigeration technicians and commercial HVAC-R contractors install this component as part of a direct-expansion refrigeration circuit.

This TXV is rated for use with R-22, R-407C, R-407A, and R-422D refrigerants, making it suitable for both legacy R-22 systems and retrofit applications using compatible HFC blends. The angle-body configuration is commonly used in commercial refrigeration equipment where inline piping geometry requires a directional change at the expansion device. Typical installations include walk-in coolers, reach-in cases, and medium-temperature commercial refrigeration systems requiring reliable superheat regulation.

Key Features

• Angle-body design accommodates directional piping layouts in commercial refrigeration applications
• 3/8-inch SAE flare inlet and 1/2-inch SAE flare outlet for secure, leak-resistant connections
• 30-inch capillary tube provides flexible bulb placement during installation
• External equalizer connection accounts for evaporator pressure drop, improving superheat accuracy
• 100-mesh removable strainer protects internal valve components from particulate contamination
• Compatible with R-22, R-407C, R-407A, and R-422D refrigerants

Compatibility

Rated for use with R-22, R-407C, R-407A, and R-422D refrigerants in commercial refrigeration systems. This valve corresponds to SPORLAN model BFVE-C-C. Verify system tonnage, refrigerant type, and connection sizes before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by an EPA Section 608-certified technician. Recover all refrigerant and de-energize the system before removing the existing expansion valve. Ensure flare connections are properly torqued to avoid leaks and that the sensing bulb is securely mounted to the suction line with good thermal contact. External equalizer tubing must be connected downstream of the bulb location per standard TXV piping practice.

Technical Specifications

• Nominal Capacity: 5.5 tons
• Inlet Connection: 3/8-inch SAE Flare
• Outlet Connection: 1/2-inch SAE Flare
• Equalizer Method: Externally Equalized
• Equalizer Connection: 1/4-inch Flare
• Capillary Tube Length: 30 inches
• Body Style: Angle Body
• Thermostatic Charge: C
• Strainer Type: 100 Mesh Removable
• Refrigerant Types: R-22, R-407C, R-407A, R-422D
• Application: Commercial Refrigeration

Standard Information

• Brand: SPORLAN
• Manufacturer Part Number: 100488