Absorption Chillers

Covers the basic maintenance principles of absorption refrigeration as compared to mechanical refrigeration. The online course introduces absorption terminology and common absorption fluid pairs. Examines water/lithium bromide systems, ammonia/water systems, and evolving systems. Concludes with a discussion of chiller selection factors, cost of operation, and absorption system applications. This course has no prerequisites. Absorption Chillers is available in online maintenance training and course manual formats. Lesson 1 - Principles of Absorption Chiller Systems Topics: Mechanical vs. absorption refrigeration systems; Absorption terminology; Single-effect absorption cooling; Common absorption fluid pairs Learning Objectives: – Explain the differences between a mechanical refrigeration system and an absorption system. – Describe the basic components in a simple absorption system and their functions in the refrigeration cycle. – Distinguish betw