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NEW Digital Refrigeration System Analyzer

TestoKool 523 digital gauge set measures pressures and temperatures and calculates superheat/subcooling for up to 38 refrigerants on all AC/R, and heat-pump systems. Monitors and controls refrigerant with the integral two way manifold and sightglass. Records 1,000 tests and produces professional reports. The 523 includes an integral boot and stainless steel hanger. For more information, visit www.testo.com. —testo, Inc.


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Sprinter Headquarters

The Dodge Sprinter van features up to 473 cu.ft.of volume, huge payload capacity, three wheelbases, and rear doors that fold back 270 degrees. We stock all models or can find just what you want. With fuel mileage in the 26 to 28 mpg range, the Mercedes 5-cyl diesel is your ticket to lower fuel and maintenance costs. Your Central U.S. “Sprinter Headquarters Dealer” is located in Oklahoma City, and we deliver. Financing and leasing are available at very competitive rates. Call Businesslink Manager Tom Ayers, 405/936-8814; Fax 405/936-8963; e-mail tayers@bobhowardauto.com.


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Tempstar


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The Other Radiant Heat

STEP Warmfloor™ is a thin, flexible, semi-conductive heating mat. The patented, self-regulating element cannot overheat, and can be used under almost any flooring – even under wood. It’s extremely energy efficient and operates on low-voltage. Normally connected to a 24V transformer, it can also be run by a solar or wind power source. The system is easy to zone and install. The elements are cut to length on the job site, making it ideal for both new construction and remodeling. Visit our website at www.warmfloor.com or call us at 877/783-7832.


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TITAN Test and Charging Manifold

The new TITAN™ forged aluminum manifold is lightweight for handling ease and durable for repeated, rugged use. It features a 31⁄8-in. steel case, 1% accuracy gauges; double “O”-ring pistons for long service life, and an exclusive 100 mesh filter in-line on all flare fittings to block particulates. The 4-valve model has a fourth hose to enable connection to hi/lo sides, refrigerant tank, and recovery unit or vacuum pump for diagnostics, evacuation and charging without switching hoses, and a 3⁄8-in. vacuum port for use with larger hose to cut evacuation time by up to 33%.—Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc.,YELLOW JACKET® Products Division


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Two Hundred Motor-run Capacitors in One

The AmRad Engineering Turbo 200™ Universal Service Capacitor is a multi-tapped, fluid filled, metal can, motor-run capacitor. With the AmRad Turbo 200™, one SKU will replace 98% of your single and dual motor-run capacitor inventory needed to service air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. The AmRad Turbo 200™ has a combined capacitance rating of 67.5 microfarads up to 440VAC. Using 5 jumper wires supplied, it’s very simple to install. Visit www.americanradionic.comor call 800/445-6033.


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