“World’s smallest” EEV for small A/C and IT cooling!

 

Danfoss releases “world’s smallest” EEV for small A/C and IT cooling

Danfoss has unveiled what is believed to be the world’s smallest electronic expansion valve (EEV), a mini EEV for small A/C and CRAC units, allowing OEMs to drive greater system efficiency, reliability and quieter operations.

Key features and benefits include:

Excellent flow control—especially in part-load conditions

Flexible system design potential—with an installation orientation of vertical ±90°

Compatible with low-GWP refrigerants—such as R32

Low switching costs—due to existing valve driver compatibility

High internal tightness—in normal and reverse flow modes

Large selection of brazing copper connectors—for easy system design

Developed in response to market demand for quieter unit operation and greater reliability, the Danfoss ETS 5M is significantly smaller and lighter than the next best alternatives—giving OEMs the opportunity to create compact system designs or replace in existing systems.

For comfort applications, the ETS 5M ensures low acoustic level, and offers full performance bi-flow capability—enabling quiet, precise performance for both cooling and heating.

In addition, the ETS 5M is ideal for high evaporating temperature Computer Room Air Conditioners (CRAC) with direct expansion. Its precise flow control and best-in-class protection against moisture and internal leakage improves system reliability in data centers where constant temperatures need to be maintained around the clock. The new valves is electrically compatible with existing 12V drivers. It is a major addition to the portfolio for small A/C units and extends an already well-established portfolio of components for a wide capacity range of CRAC units, which include compressors, controls and sensors, system protectors like filter driers, ball and check valves and micro-plate Heat Exchangers in WC systems.