REFRIGERANT PIPING

What is Refrigerant Piping? Refrigerant piping refers to the network of pipes that transports refrigerant among various components of a refrigeration or air conditioning system, such as compressors, condensers, evaporators, and expansion valves, among others.

In the HVAC industry, copper is commonly chosen for piping due to its outstanding thermal conductivity, widespread availability, flexibility, and affordability when compared to other high-strength materials like stainless steel.

Refrigerant piping is primarily categorized into two types based on strength: Soft piping and Hard piping.

• Soft Piping: Typically utilized for low-capacity HVAC units.
• Hard Piping: Designed for high-capacity HVAC units.