The main components of are compressor, condenser and receiver plus electrical and communications systems. The models are plugged onto the base unit and connected hydraulically with refrigerant hoses and electrically with cables. Self-sealing couplings reduce the refrigerant loss to a minimum. All components are arranged well visible to allow their operation to be monitored.

The software consists of a software for system operation and for data acquisition and an educational software. With explanatory texts and illustrations the educational software significantly aids the understanding of the theoretical principles. With the aid of an authoring system, the teacher can create further exercises. Each model has its own software matching the learning objectives.

The base unit is, dependent on the objective of the experiment, extended into complete refrigeration circuit with one of the models available as accessories.

The software consists of a software for system operation and for data acquisition and an educational software. With explanatory texts and illustrations the educational software significantly aids the understanding of the theoretical principles. With the aid of an authoring system, the teacher can create further exercises. Each model has its own software matching the learning objectives.

The modern and powerful software is an integral part of the training system in the form of hardware/software integration (HSI). It enables the comfortable execution and analysis of the experiments. The experimental unit is connected to the PC via a USB interface.

Learning Objectives / Experiments

Fundamentals of the refrigeration cycle

Components in a refrigeration system/air

Fundamentals of air conditioning

Conditioning system

Fault finding

System operation.