Mahle TX valve AVE112000P

A TX (Thermal Expansion) valve is a crucial component in a car's air conditioning system that plays a significant role in regulating the flow of refrigerant. Its primary function is to control the amount of refrigerant entering the evaporator coil. The valve works by responding to the temperature and pressure of the refrigerant, allowing it to expand or contract according to the needs of the system. This helps in maintaining the right balance of pressure and temperature in the evaporator to ensure efficient cooling.

The TX valve acts as a metering device, precisely controlling the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator. As high-pressure liquid refrigerant enters the valve, it passes through a tiny orifice, which causes a drop in pressure. This sudden pressure drop leads to the phase change of the refrigerant from a liquid to a gas state with reduced temperature. The regulated flow of refrigerant then enters the evaporator coil, absorbing heat from the surrounding air, and thus cooling it down. By maintaining the optimum level of refrigerant in the evaporator, the TX valve ensures that the air conditioning system achieves maximum cooling capacity and efficiency.