The thermostatic expansion valve (TEV or TXV) is erroneously considered by some to be a mysterious and complex device. As a result, many valves are needlessly replaced when the cause of the system ...

A thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) is designed to maintain a specific amount of superheat at the outlet of the evaporator. If the superheat value is too high or too low, the TXV may be the cause.

JACLO’s new collection of ½-in. Thermostatic Shower Valves in both traditional and contemporary styles automatically adjusts the mixture of hot and cold water to avoid scalding in the event of ...

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