In the illustrated refrigeration system, what is the proper name for the component labeled "A"? Illustration GS-RA-12

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Question

In the illustrated refrigeration system, what is the proper name for the component labeled "A"? Illustration GS-RA-12

Illustration GS-RA-12: the U.S. Coast Guard has not released this illustration.

Accepted Answer

Option A: compressor. Component 'A' in standard marine refrigeration schematics represents the compressor, which draws in low-pressure superheated vapor from the evaporator and compresses it to a high-pressure, high-temperature gas for rejection in the condenser.