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What are the differences between an accumulator and a receiver drier?

April 26, 2017accumulator differences drier receiver

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What are the differences between an accumulator and a receiver drier?

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Both serve two main functions, to store liquid refrigerant and contain desiccant to remove moisture. The main difference is the accumulator is found on the suction side and allows only gas to return to the compressor.