Parker 040043-01 Thermostatic Expansion Valve

Description:

The Parker 040043-01 thermostatic expansion valve is used in refrigeration and air conditioning systems to regulate refrigerant flow into the evaporator based on system load and superheat. Commonly installed in commercial refrigeration equipment, air conditioning units, process cooling systems, walk-in coolers, and industrial HVAC systems requiring precise refrigerant metering. Maintenance teams, HVAC service technicians, and refrigeration system integrators use this thermostatic expansion valve for replacement, retrofit, preventive maintenance, and refrigeration system repairs.

Applications:

The Parker 040043-01 thermostatic expansion valve is designed to maintain proper evaporator superheat by automatically controlling refrigerant flow under varying load conditions. It is commonly used in commercial refrigeration systems, air conditioning equipment, cold storage facilities, food processing plants, industrial chillers, and HVAC installations where efficient cooling performance and compressor protection are essential.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 040043-01
• Manufacturer: Parker Sporlan
• Product Type: Thermostatic Expansion Valve
• Valve Type: Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV)
• Refrigerant Compatibility: R-12 (Original Application)
• Function: Automatic Refrigerant Flow and Superheat Control
• Equalizer Type: Internal Equalizer
• Adjustment Type: Factory Preset (Application Dependent)
• Sensing Element: Thermostatic Power Element with Remote Bulb
• Valve Body Material: Brass
• Maximum Rated Pressure: 700 PSIG (48.3 bar)
• Maximum Installation Temperature: 121°C (250°F)
• Ambient Temperature Range: -40°C to 88°C (-40°F to 190°F)
• Compatible Equipment: Air Conditioners, Refrigeration Systems, Chillers, and HVAC Equipment
• Application Environment: Commercial Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Industrial Cooling Systems, and Process Cooling Applications

Common Replacements:

• Parker Sporlan S Series Thermostatic Expansion Valve
• Danfoss TE 2 Expansion Valve
• Emerson Alco TI Series Expansion Valve