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Distribution Trends

GLO-STICK Leak-detection Kit Key to Preventive Maintenance of AC&R Systems

By Tom Peric
Glowstick leak detector
August 15, 2016

Most air conditioning and refrigeration leaks are discovered only after complaints, spoilage or production difficulties. The Spectroline® OPK-40GS/E GLO-STICK® Kit contains everything needed to locate all leaks in small- to medium-sized systems — including high-pressure R-410A systems—before they require major repairs.

The kit’s workhorse is the OPTIMAX™ 400 leak-detecting flashlight. Its high-output, LED violet light enables dyes to fluoresce more brightly and with greater contrast than blue light lamps. The OPTIMAX 400 has power equal to high-intensity 150 W lamps and an inspection range of 25 feet (7.6 m) or more.

The OPK-40GS/E Complete GLO-STICK kit also includes:

• Four universal/POE GLO-STICK® dye capsules;  

• Bleed valve;                      

• Hose/coupler with check valve, low-loss and purge fittings;    

• Purge capsule;

• 8 oz. (237 ml) spray bottle GLO-AWAY™ dye cleaner;

• Fluorescence-enhancing glasses.

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The kit treats up to 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) of refrigerant, 4 gallons (15 L) of lubricant or 24 tons of cooling. Everything comes packed in a durable carrying case.

Because they can safely stay in the system, Spectroline dyes are a cost-effective method of finding future leaks.

Spectroline

www.Spectroline.com.

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