COREMAX®
The High-Flow Access System for Faster HVAC-R Evacuation
The highest flow rate in refrigeration. Up to 5× the processing flow of a conventional access valve.
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CoreMax® is a complete refrigeration access port system designed to optimize HVAC-R manufacturing, quality control, and maintenance operations. Thanks to its high-performance valve and seat technology, CoreMax® delivers up to five times the flow rate of conventional access solutions while significantly improving refrigeration circuit reliability and leak-tight performance.
Combined with a complete range of dedicated tools for leak testing, vacuum evacuation, refrigerant charging, functional testing, and production recovery operations, CoreMax® reduces processing times, improves equipment quality, and increases productivity across HVAC-R manufacturing lines.
The system also incorporates CoreMax® RQD technology, enabling ultra-low-emission refrigerant charging and helping reduce the environmental impact of industrial operations.
Why Choose the CoreMax® System?
Complete HVAC-R access solution with several million units installed worldwide.
Improves operational efficiency and productivity, reducing overall processing costs.
Large internal flow path provides superior conductance during vacuum evacuation operations.
Proven tooling platform specifically designed for manufacturing and maintenance operations, reducing production tooling costs by up to 15%.
Easy refrigeration circuit access while maintaining hermetic metal-to-metal sealing.
User-friendly tools reduce operator fatigue and overall manufacturing costs.
Standard SAE 1/4" flare connection (7/16-20 thread) compatible with industry-standard refrigeration tools, hoses, and swivel fittings.
Compatible with the FasTest EvacMax™ evacuation cart for optimized vacuum performance.
Up to 5× Faster Evacuation
CoreMax® was developed to improve the efficiency of HVAC-R refrigeration circuit processing operations.
Proven Productivity Improvements
- Faster production cycle times.
- Simple and easy-to-use production tooling system.
- Improved first-pass yield rates.
- Maximum flow capacity
Reduced Total Processing Costs
- Significantly faster vacuum evacuation.
- Fewer tools required during processing operations.
- Reduced number of connections per unit.
- Lower tooling maintenance requirements.
Maximum Quality
- Reliable leak-free valve providing significantly improved sealing performance.
- Six Sigma (6σ) quality level.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified.
The CoreMax® System: A Complete Optimized Solution
The CoreMax® system combines a high-flow valve with a complete range of processing tools designed to optimize every stage of HVAC-R manufacturing. CoreMax® improves vacuum evacuation, refrigerant charging, leak testing, and maintenance performance.
STEP 01
High-Flow Valve
Core and seat design with the largest flow area in refrigeration.
Hermetic metal-to-metal sealing.
Replaceable core under pressure.
STEP 02
CoreMax® Processing Tools
Leak testing (MBE)
Vacuum evacuation
Refrigerant charging
Zero-emission RQD connector
STEP 03
EvacMax™ Evacuation Cart
Optimized vacuum cycles
Real-time monitoring
Data acquisition
Additional reduction in processing times
The Fastest Evacuation System in the Industry
CoreMax® Applications
1
Residential Air Conditioning
Rooftop units, packaged systems, and heat pumps.
2
Refrigerated Food Display Cases
Commercial refrigerated showcases and display cabinets.
3
Small Commercial Air Conditioning Units
Industrial air conditioning applications.
4
Industrial Ice Machines
Industrial ice production equipment.
5
Swimming Pool Heat Pumps
Outdoor thermodynamic equipment.
Accelerated Processing with Optimized CoreMax® Tools
A family of tools designed for manufacturing and service operations, reducing tooling costs by up to 15% while minimizing operator fatigue.
Pressure interlock
Ergonomic operation
Full-flow design
Recovery system compatible
3/8" NPT port
Zero-emission recovery versions available
Leak Testing
Rapid System Filling
Fast system pressurization and venting through a high-flow passage.
Vacuum Evacuation
Faster Evacuation
Unrestricted flow path ensures maximum evacuation performance.
Refrigerant Charging
Safe Charging
The charging tool mechanism prevents accidental disconnection while the system is under pressure.
SnapMate™: One Tool for Installation and Service
Easily access refrigeration circuits with a complete range of tools designed to perform all service operations, including refrigerant recovery, leak testing, vacuum evacuation, system charging, and CoreMax® replacement.
Leak Testing
Vacuum Evacuation
Refrigerant Charging
CoreMax® Technical Specifications
Configurations | Process tubes, saddle mount, panel mount, NPT |
Pressure Range | 10 micron vacuum to 750 psi (51.7 bar) |
Leak Rate | < 0.018 oz/year of R-410A |
Flow Diameter | Core Ø 5.3 mm (0.21") · Seat Ø 7.9 mm (0.31") |
Flow Rate | Vacuum 4.9 SCFM (7.9 Nm³/h) · Pressure up to 35 SCFM (56.4 Nm³/h) |
Fittings | SAE 45° 1/4" flare (7/16-20 thread), industry standard |
Materials | Brass, Neoprene® |
Installation Torque | 8 ft-lbs (11 N·m), valve installed in seat |
Compliance | ARI 720, ISO 9001:2015, Six Sigma (6σ) quality |
Values provided for selection purposes only. Refer to the technical datasheet for detailed part numbers and operating ranges.
How Do I Install CoreMax® Tools?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about CoreMax®.
CoreMax® is a high-flow refrigeration access valve system. It delivers up to 5× higher processing flow rates, provides hermetic metal-to-metal sealing, and can reduce leak-related rework by up to 99% compared to conventional access solutions.
CoreMax® provides up to five times the processing flow rate of a conventional access valve, significantly accelerating vacuum evacuation, improving system dehydration, and increasing first-pass yield rates.
Yes. CoreMax® features an industry-standard SAE 45° 1/4" flare connection (7/16-20 thread), allowing compatibility with standard refrigeration service tools, hoses, and swivel fittings.
