Asked by Alyssa Mutschelknaus on Jun 29, 2024
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Which of the following is a key advantage of a swashplate type A/C compressor?
A) much lower cost
B) greater longevity
C) consumes less power to drive it compared with an equivalent sized piston compressor
D) easier to troubleshoot system problems
Swashplate Type
A design commonly found in hydraulic pumps and motors, featuring a slanted disk that converts rotational motion into linear motion.
A/C Compressor
A mechanical pump within an air conditioning system, responsible for compressing refrigerant and circulating it through the system.
- Acquire knowledge about the functionalities and purposes of diverse compressors in the air conditioning systems of trucks.
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Zybrea KnightJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Swashplate type A/C compressors are known for their efficiency, consuming less power to drive compared to equivalent sized piston compressors. This is due to their design, which allows for continuous operation and less energy loss during compression cycles.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the functionalities and purposes of diverse compressors in the air conditioning systems of trucks.