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TXV Sensing Bulb Poor Contact

Likely causes

Clamp loosened

Check: Fix sensing bulb against suction line at 4 o'clock or 8 o'clock position

What to do: Fix sensing bulb against suction line at 4 o'clock or 8 o'clock position → Tighten clamp securely → Wrap bulb and contact area with insulating tape or foam to block ambient influence → Run for 20 minutes after fixing and confirm superheat stabilizes

Sensing bulb insulation (foam) missing or damaged

Check: Tighten clamp securely

What to do: Tighten clamp securely → Wrap bulb and contact area with insulating tape or foam to block ambient influence → Run for 20 minutes after fixing and confirm superheat stabilizes

Poor contact surface from pipe corrosion

Check: Wrap bulb and contact area with insulating tape or foam to block ambient influence

What to do: Wrap bulb and contact area with insulating tape or foam to block ambient influence → Run for 20 minutes after fixing and confirm superheat stabilizes

Field tip

Poor sensing bulb contact causes incorrect temperature reading and unstable valve opening.

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