Manufacturer | InterDynamics |
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Brand | InterDynamics |
Model | ACP-100 |
Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 6 x 3 x 14 inches |
Item model number | InterDyn - ACP200 #2 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer Part Number | ACP-100 |
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AC Pro Car Air Conditioner Synthetic R134A Refrigerant, AC Recharge Kit with Hose and Gauge, 20 Oz, ACP200-6
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Brand | InterDynamics |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 3 x 14 inches |
Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
Included Components | InterDyn - ACP200 #2 |
About this item
- Replaces lost R-134a refrigerant and oil in automotive A/C system
- Extra long 24 inch recharge hose for accessing hard to reach service ports
- Reusable trigger dispenser with built in low pressure gauge and temperature dial indicator
- Contains R-134a gas which is acceptable for use in motor vehicle A/C (MVAC) systems
- Complies with Section 612 of the EPA Clean Air Act. EPA Compliant in Self Sealing Cans
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Product Description
This product contains R134a refrigerant. This product is meant for use only in motor vehicle AC systems. This product is less than 2 pounds. This product is in a container with a self-sealing valve.
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ASIN | B007USCM7E |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #6,050 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #4 in Refrigerants |
Date First Available | April 16, 2012 |
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Customers like the performance and ease of use of the multitool. For example, they mention that it works great, is simple to use, and easy to apply to vehicle AC unit. That said, some complain about the gauge. Opinions are mixed on temperature, and value.
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Customers like the performance of the adapter. They mention that it works well, and their air conditioning works well again. The adapter has a good gage and is easy to use. Some appreciate the old-fashioned style and the fact that it's a great workaround on an old car.
"...to use lots how to's on youtube - recharged my 2009 F150 AND WORKED PERFECT!!!" Read more
"This products great! Fixed the leak almost instantly! Nice cold AC again. Definitely recommend this!" Read more
"...It works great you can follow the instructions or watch YouTube videos, It fix my problem in minutes! 100% recommended." Read more
"First off ..the product is good...." Read more
Customers find the multitool easy to use. They say the process is simple and quick. They also appreciate the step-by-step video. Customers mention that the product is easy to apply to vehicle AC unit, and to put into the car. They mention that it's easy to read the meter and to fill it.
"Super easy to use lots how to's on youtube - recharged my 2009 F150 AND WORKED PERFECT!!!" Read more
"Pros: -It's moderately simple to use.Cons: -You have to have some basic knowledge of how your vehicle's A/C works...." Read more
"...And it was super simple. Long story short... my cars AC was blowing cold on the passenger side, but not on the driver side...." Read more
"...Super easy and much cheaper than taking to a shop. Will always have on hand." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the product. Some mention that it works and their AC blows colder than ever, while others say that it still does not blow cold.
"This products great! Fixed the leak almost instantly! Nice cold AC again. Definitely recommend this!" Read more
"...the can and continue charging the system with coolant; the can will begin to feel cool but does not get too cold to hold...." Read more
"...Guess what??? It worked! And now my AC blows colder than ever. I'm so glad this worked...." Read more
"...When I sat in my car afterwards, it was so cold! I was not expecting such amazing results...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the multitool. Some mention that it's cost effective than going to the dealership, and much cheaper than going a mechanic. However, others say that it is not worth the money, a complete waste of money, and useless.
"...Super easy and much cheaper than taking to a shop. Will always have on hand." Read more
"Did not fix issue on 2018 nissan altima, and was pretty expensive" Read more
"...Good gage and lots of refridg for the money. No problem with use if you follow easy instructions." Read more
"...Great value if you want to try it before bringing to the shop." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the gauge of the multitool. They mention that it's strange, doesn't give any pressure readings, and is of poor quality. Some say that the gauge does not work correctly and is inaccurate. Overall, customers are disappointed with the quality and accuracy of the gauge.
"...seemed that the indicator needle was not moving... not indicating any change in the psi reading... UNTIL over half the can had been introduced into..." Read more
"...refrigerant lost while L valve could not let through... gauge could not read any pressure but somehow i let fill to empty bottle it was got through..." Read more
"...The only thing is with the accuracy of the gauge. It doesn't give and pressure readings, just green, yellow red...." Read more
"...The gauge showed the pressure was low...." Read more
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6-5-2015
As I stated earlier... I HAVE NEVER DONE THIS A/C RECHARGE BEFORE. I seldom "work" on my cars... though I admit that I did change my own oil a few times when I was in my 20s & 30s. And I do refill the fluid levels as required. I even wash my cars a few times a year... waxing optional.
SO... AFTER I used this product I READ several reviews posted by others... the LOW STAR reviews! Just to have a feel for what had gone wrong. WOW. I guess I should have thought about being careful! I always am, GUESS that is WHY I never gave it a thought that there would be SO MANY WAYS that a person could maim himself for life just using this little kit! My CONCLUSION... IF you CUT yourself and need an ER visit JUST FROM opening your mail... DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS RECHARGE. BUT if you are reasonably mechanically inclined and have common sense, this is still a DIY project that can be done in 30 minutes, or less.
SO HOW's the A/C working A DAY LATER? FABULOUSLY COLD! Blowing very chilly air and everything seems JUST FINE.
I did notice that the "left over" coolant that did still "shake in the can" right after charging seems to have leaked out so it will not be useable in the other car. NOT TOO SERIOUS IMO... I still got a working A/C system in our primary travelling vehicle to ready it for this summer, and likely several future summers as well. AND IF NOT, I'll just need another can of A/C PRO or similar product.
WARNING REPEATED with EMPHASIS... ATTENTION... EMPHASIS!
I did notice several claims that using this product damaged the A/C systems serviced! SO LET ME REPEAT an observation noted in my original review... and expand just a little on the details.
A/C Pro comes with a PLASTIC SPACER connected to the top of the coolant charge can... then the gauge-hose assembly is screwed to the top of the spacer so it appears as ONE ITEM. When I removed (UN-SCREWED) the gauge from the spacer, I noticed that the sharp metal threads of the gauge that screws to the coolant can (and pierces the sealed coolant charge can as it is screwed on) HAD SEVERAL WHITE PLASTIC SPACER FRAGMENTS in the threads and even wedged at the edges of the rubber washer that acts as a gasket between can and gauge. I CAREFULLY REMOVED ALL THESE FRAGMENTS... even used a tooth pick to depress the rubber washer so I could coax out the last fragments wedged between washer and metal threaded area!!!!!!!! Per my earlier remarks... IF THESE FRAGMENTS are ignored and get into the coolant and enter the A/C system of an automobile through the charging hose, I would NOT BE SURPRISED that the system might be damaged and need repair.
Some errors noted, like overcharging the system, I just fail to see HOW a careful person (WHO ACTUALLY READS THE INSTRUCTIONS) WOULD MAKE THOSE MISTAKES while following the directions in the attached tri-fold info sheet located right on the side of the can.
This A/C PRO kit is NOT A MIRACLE REPAIR for an auto A/C that is inoperative because of some more serious system failure... BUT it does what it claims to be able to do. IT SAVED ME $100 plus at the dealership and restored the cooling power to my auto A/C.
Now that I have used it... and still have the hose-gauge assembly, I WILL PROBABLY USE the hose-gauge assembly TO CHECK the A/C system operation each spring... and, IF NEEDED, use a can of coolant to TOP OFF the A/C system from now on to assure peak cooling performance, keep any small leaks sealed, and keep the seals in the A/C system from aging and cracking prematurely.
I would still encourage MOST DIYers to give this a try BEFORE paying over $100 at a dealership to restore cooling to an A/C system that has not emitted a cloud of smoke/coolant...
or made DEATH-THROE NOISES signifying THE END of its mechanical integrity!
>>>>>>>> ORIGINAL REVIEW<<<<<<<<<<<
IF YOU CAN USE a quick-connect on your garden hose, THEN YOU CAN RECHARGE your auto A/C system with this product! I've never used a product like this before. I had seen the cans of coolant many times, but I never had seen what was needed to use one of them UNTIL I happened to search Amazon for coolant since our car was marginally cooling and HOT SUMMER DAYS are still a few weeks away. I looked at many products... BUT THIS IS EVERYTHING YOU NEED! Just looking at it, it made sense! coolant, connector hose with squeeze-actuator, AND GAUGE to see what is going on with the system.
MIND YOU this is NOT a kit to REPAIR major failures of an auto A/C system... but low coolant and/or perhaps seal small minor leaks,,, THIS WILL DO THE JOB!
Note: Do not panic... there is an instruction flyer attached to the can (similar to the info sheets on pesticide containers at the garden center).
Basic steps... (1)... You have to find the low pressure line of the A/C system & remove the plastic cap (save the cap). It will be the ONLY FITTING that this quick-connect will fit on the A/C lines.
(2)... With the car running and A/C set to MAX COOL, snap on the quick-connect and hose-gauge assembly. Move the gauge dial arrow so it is pointing at the AMBIENT OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE, notice where the gauge moves during the A/C cycle of compressor on & off. (Probably will not be in the desired V on the green scale that brackets the arrow on the dial.)
(3)... Remove the quick connect, remove the plastic spacer-protector atop the coolant can... CAUTION... make sure there are no plastic particles from this spacer in the hose connector that screws onto & punctures the coolant can for use! Don't want any foreign debris getting into the auto A/C system causing an unnecessary failure to have repaired! Connect hose gauge assembly to the coolant can. Shake well.
(4)... Re-connect the quick-connect to the car and squeeze the trigger lever. Shake the can and continue charging the system with coolant; the can will begin to feel cool but does not get too cold to hold. It does not frost over.
My car has an auto-control that has a set temperature target... so the clutch cycles the compressor on and off as it runs. Other types of systems may run with a different on-off pattern for the clutch to engage the compressor. At first the gauge may not register any movement , but as the coolant recharges the system, there will be a HIGH psi and a LOW psi indicated on the gauge during the cycling of the compressor. KEEP CHARGING the system as needed until the HIGH psi reads in the V on the green part of the scale for the ambient temp set.
Congratulations... YOU HAVE SUCCEEDED!
(5)... Remove the quick-connect and replace the plastic cap you saved in step (1).
This product can is 20 OUNCES! Many cans being sold are only 12 OUNCES. My car A/C was cooling slightly, then probably freezing up due to low coolant. As I was adding coolant, I began to worry because it seemed that the indicator needle was not moving... not indicating any change in the psi reading... UNTIL over half the can had been introduced into the system. THEN it began to show a LOW psi - HIGH psi. As I continued to add the coolant, the HIGH psi moved higher until it WAS WITHIN the V that brackets the arrow pointing to ambient temperature. Then there was clearly a difference in pressure with the compressor on and off.
When done, the A/C Pro 20-ounce can "felt like" it had 2 to 4 ounces left in the can! Clearly a 12-ounce can of coolant WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ENOUGH to recharge my auto A/C system.
Now I have the REUSEABLE hose & gauge... and a bit of coolant left. Next time I might only need a 12-ounce can. If there is no slow leak that seals using this recharge with the leak stop in it, there might not be a next time. Just do the other car!
Cons: -You have to have some basic knowledge of how your vehicle's A/C works.
-It's not foolproof.
I bought this hopping it would help my 2003 Toyota blow cold air again during the brutal Florida heat. I have never had A/C service on my 14-year-old car, and the 2017 summer left my car A/C trying to keep up.
First let me say I didn't follow the instructions and would most likely have damaged my A/C if I did. You have to be at least knowledgeable enough to research the specs on your vehicle's A/C. Don't follow the filling instructions included with can. You must know what range your car's A/C psi should be in and what temperature you should expect to be coming out of your vents. Also you should be able to troubleshoot other possible problems like the condenser fan not coming on. Too complicated? Don't buy this and do it yourself!
Here's my experience:
First I let my car run for 5 minutes in the shade with the A/C on. Then I took temperature measurements inside the center exhaust vent while raving the engine to about 1800 RPM (50 to 60 degrees F). I then connected the can to the low pressure line as instructed and viewed the psi reading on the gauge (in this case the reading was about 5 to 15 psi low). I began adding refrigerant as instructed with frequent breaks to allow the system to fully depressurize the line and take an accurate reading. In my case, I was aiming for right in the middle of my 10 psi window provided by the manufacturer. Once I reached the correct pressure (which was way lower than the A/C pro instructions called for) I retested the temperature in the vent which read 40 to 60 degrees F (which is what would be expected in 95 degree weather with the car sitting still). Mission accomplished; it works.