What is the difference between the suction and discharge lines?

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Accepted Answer

The suction line carries low-pressure refrigerant vapor from the evaporator to the compressor, while the discharge line carries high-pressure refrigerant vapor from the compressor to the condenser.

The suction line is larger in diameter compared to the discharge line.
The suction line carries refrigerant vapor at low pressure and low temperature.
The discharge line carries refrigerant vapor at high pressure and high temperature.
The suction line connects the evaporator outlet to the compressor inlet.
The discharge line connects the compressor outlet to the condenser inlet.

Accepted Answer

There is a difference. The compressor draws the refrigerant. This section is calledAnd which gets heated from the compressor and the refrigerant goes out.It's called discharge, that's the difference.

What is the difference between the suction and discharge lines?

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