Technical data, tools and notes for refrigeration and electronics technicians.

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Mbsm pro private media gl90
25, Dec 2025
Zanussi 16 Cubic Feet Refrigerator Compressor GL90AA – 1/4 HP R134a

A 16 cubic feet Zanussi refrigerator typically relies on the GL90AA hermetic compressor, a compact piston unit built for R134a and low back pressure applications. This 1/4 HP motor offers cooling capacities from roughly 165 W up to around 346 W, giving enough reserve to maintain stable temperatures in family‑size…

Mbsm pro private media CAj9480t
25, Dec 2025
Tecumseh CAJ9480T R22 Hermetic Compressor: Complete Technical Guide for Professionals

The Tecumseh / L’Unité Hermetique CAJ9480T is a 5/8 HP hermetic compressor delivering about 1 968 W of cooling capacity for R22 commercial refrigeration systems. It is widely used in small cold rooms, display cabinets and compact condensing units. This Mbsmgroup guide explains its main specifications, applications, installation tips and…

Mbsm pro private media caj948
24, Dec 2025
Tecumseh CAJ9480T: The French‑Made Heart of Legacy R22 Cold Rooms

On the faded nameplate of this weathered compressor shell, one line stands out with absolute clarity: CAJ9480T – R22/R502 – Made in France. It is the unmistakable signature of a Tecumseh L’Unité Hermétique fully hermetic compressor, a workhorse still beating quietly inside countless small cold rooms and refrigerated cabinets in…

Mbsm pro private mediaReplacing Union Air Unionaire refrigerator or freezer sensors with those from a Crazy Kiriazi deep freeze
24, Dec 2025
Replacing Unionaire Sensors with Kiriazi Deep Freezer Probes: What Technicians Must Check First

The picture shows a refrigeration technician holding several tubular temperature probes and a small white connector in front of a heavily frosted evaporator, capturing the exact moment of diagnosing a sensor fault in a no‑frost fridge or deep freezer. This real‑world scene raises a key question: can Unionaire sensors be…

Mbsm pro private media frascool
23, Dec 2025
Frascold D2‑15Y / D2‑15.1Y ​

The Frascold D2 15Y is a semi‑hermetic reciprocating compressor designed for commercial and industrial refrigeration. With a 2 HP motor and 15.4 m³/h displacement, it delivers around 6–7 kW of cooling capacity using R404A, R448A or R449A, making it a robust option for low and medium temperature applications.

Mbsm pro private media Frascold
23, Dec 2025
Frascold Z40‑154Y

The photos capture a heavy‑duty Frascold Z40‑154Y semi‑hermetic compressor, an Italian 40 HP unit designed for demanding freezer and cold‑room applications. Its nameplate shows a displacement of about 154 m³/h and robust pressure ratings, while the blue cast‑iron body and mounted controls reveal a machine built for long‑term industrial refrigeration…

Mbsm pro private media Copeland
23, Dec 2025
 Copeland-15hp

The photos show a Copeland condensing unit on a steel base, with a semi‑hermetic compressor, air‑cooled condenser and vertical liquid receiver designed for cold room applications. This type of refrigeration unit is widely used in commercial food storage because it delivers stable temperature control, good energy efficiency and straightforward maintenance…

Mbsm pro private media FEL 10HAKW
23, Dec 2025
FFI10HAK-FFI10HAKW

The Embraco FFI10HAKW is a hermetic reciprocating compressor designed for low and medium back pressure refrigeration systems operating on R134a. It runs on 220–230 V, 50/60 Hz single‑phase power and delivers roughly 1/3 HP from a 9.04 cm³ displacement, making it ideal for beverage coolers and small commercial display cabinets.

Mbsm pro private mediasecop sce hermetic compressor exploded view internal parts guide
22, Dec 2025
SCE SCOOP

Understanding the inner workings of a Secop SCE hermetic compressor is essential for any refrigeration technician or engineer. This comprehensive guide breaks down the complex internal components—from the crankshaft to the valve plate—providing a detailed exploded view. Whether you are troubleshooting or studying mechanical design, our professional analysis offers the…

Mbsm pro private media zb38 5hp r404a mbp compressor guide
27, Nov 2025
Mbsmpro.com, ZB38, 5HP, R404, MBP

ZB38 5HP R404A MBP scroll compressor has become a reference point in medium-temperature commercial refrigeration, providing a compact, efficient and reliable heart for cold rooms, display cabinets and food service equipment worldwide. This article explores how it works, where it fits best and what technicians should verify before installing or…