What kind of oil does a Sanden compressor use?

What kind of oil does a Sanden compressor use?

PAG oils

All Sanden compressors are filled with genuine double end-capped PAG oils (SP-10, SP-15, SP-20, SP-A2). Regarding R134a, for best practice we recommend using the oil that the compressor was supplied with, however, the mixing of genuine SP-10, SP-15, SP-20 and SP-A2 oils should not cause any damage to the AC system.

How much oil do you put in a Sanden compressor?

3. For a new compressor to be used in this type of system, subtract the standard oil charge from the total oil charge to determine how much oil should be added to the compressor. 4.
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TXV Systems. More than 56 oz. (1600g) Refrigerant Charge:

Are Sanden compressors pre oiled?

Sanden compressors come with refrigerant oil already installed. The amount of factory installed oil varies by model. Check the compressor label for the exact amount of refrigerant oil specified for your unit.

Do New Sanden compressors come with oil?

New Sanden compressors are shipped with all the oil required for a normal OEM system for which they were intended. In most cases no additional oil should be added. For R-134a A/C systems the original Sanden PAG oil shipped in the new Sanden compressor is the best lubricant for compressor durability.

Is PAG 46 and PAG 100 Compatible?

Vehicle and manufacturer-specific information must therefore be observed accordingly. ➔ PAG oils are highly miscible with R134a (PAG oils 46 YF and 100 YF also with R1234yf) and are suitable for lubricating the air conditioning systems of most passenger and commercial vehicles.

What viscosity is SP 15 PAG oil?

80 Centistokes
Sanden PAG Oil Specifications

How much PAG oil do I add to a new compressor?

Lets add oil back to the new compressor in an amount equal to the amount drained from the old compressor. 3 oz. Old Compressor 2 oz. Old Dryer 5 oz needed in new compressor Typically you’ll want to change the receiver dryer along with the compressor.

How do I know what PAG oil to use?

There are different viscosities of PAG oil being used by OEMs: PAG 46, which is the most popular; PAG 100, which is also common; and PAG 150, which is more rarely used. FJC offers PAG oils in all three viscosities, and also offers each PAG option with Extreme Cold or Fluorescent Dye additives.

What happens if you mix PAG oil and mineral oil?

They should not be mixed with mineral oils. The result is a gelatinous, gooey mess. Although they are excellent lubricants, they can pose a logistic problem in plants. They can also have some negative effects on paints and seals, and are very expensive.

Can you mix different PAG oils?

The two oils do not mix completely and cannot create a long-lasting homogenous mixture, which is needed to ensure the correct lubrication of the mechanical parts within the compressor.

Which PAG oil is universal?

PAG – 100 (Medium Viscosity) developed as a “universal” in PAG systems using R-134A.

What happens if you add too much PAG oil?

If you add too much oil to the system, it may pool in various places of the system and can coat the inner walls of the evaporator and condenser coils. This will diminish their ability to absorb or dissipate heat, thereby bringing down the overall cooling performance.

Should I add PAG oil after vacuum?

Absolutely not. You don’t need to add any oil and there will be some oil in the refrigerant when you charge the system. Pull a good vacuum with a Micron gauge to 500 microns. This will ensure all the moisture is out of the system.

Can you mix PAG 46 and PAG 100 oil?

➔ PAG oils are highly miscible with R134a (PAG oils 46 YF and 100 YF also with R1234yf) and are suitable for lubricating the air conditioning systems of most passenger and commercial vehicles.

Why should you always use mineral oil instead of PAG oil?

Mineral oil is natural oil and is not hygroscopic, making it different to PAG.

Are all PAG oils the same?

PAG oils are harsher than mineral oils, and may cause skin irritation and damage O-rings and seals. There are different viscosities of PAG oil being used by OEMs: PAG 46, which is the most popular; PAG 100, which is also common; and PAG 150, which is more rarely used.

What can I use instead of PAG oil?

Polyalphaolefin (PAO)
Polyalphaolefin (PAO) oil can be used as a replacement for some PAG oils, and is sometimes preferred because it doesn’t absorb moisture from the air like other oils do.

Is it OK to mix PAG oils?

Does vacuum remove PAG oil?

Now that I’ve learned that the vacuum typically will not remove the PAG oil, I have a better understanding of what is going on.

How do I know if my AC compressor needs oil?

If your vehicle lacks compressor oil, there will be some telltale signs like humming sounds, refrigerant leaks, burning smells, and visible smoking.

1. Humming Sounds. If you hear a strange humming noise when switching on your car’s A/C system, you may lack compressor oil.
2. Refrigerant Leaks.
3. Burning Smell.
4. Visible Smoke.

Is Pag 100 the same as Pag 46?

Can I mix PAG oil and mineral oil?

Because mineral oil and PAG oil cannot be mixed, another A/C compressor oil was needed to bridge the gap for system conversions. The transitional solution was polyol ester oil (“ester” oil or POE). Ester oil is often called “retrofit oil” because it mixes with both R-12 and R-134a.

Can I use 10W30 in my air compressor?

No. The recommendation by manufacturers of air compressors and the advice of air compressor experts is to use air compressor oils without detergents. Since 10W30 contains detergents, it should not be used. furthermore, the weight and viscosity will not meet the manufactures specifications.

Do I need to add oil after evacuating AC?

To answer the question title, yes, you will have to add oil to the new refrigerant. Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of the A/C compressor’s bearings through lack of lubrication. This will invariably lead to premature death of the compressor.

What happens when you put too much oil in an air compressor?

However, filling your compressors oil sump to the top can cause significant internal damage to your unit. When excess amounts of oil become aerosolized by the compressor’s discharge, it can cause damages not only to your compressor, but to any pneumatic tools and accessories that are hooked up to your compressor.