Katool AC1800 – AC Recovery Machine (R-134A/R-1234yf)
Katool AC1800 Refrigerant Recovery Machine - Automotive AC Recovery & Recharge (R-134a/R-1234yf)
The Katool AC1800 is a professional-grade, fully automatic automotive AC recovery machine for independent shops, dealerships, and fleet operations. With a 7-inch touchscreen, dual refrigerant capability (R-134a and R-1234yf), and high-efficiency recovery, this unit delivers precision charging and repeatable results.
Key Features & Benefits
Dual Refrigerant Capability
The AC1800 services both R-134a natively and R-1234yf via an included hose kit adapter, enabling technicians to handle virtually all modern passenger and light-duty commercial A/C systems without separate equipment.
As a versatile freon recovery machine, the AC1800 handles the industry's transition between refrigerants. Whether your shop services older vehicles requiring standard auto AC recovery or newer models with R-1234yf systems, this unit creates a seamless workflow—expanding service capacity without equipment duplication.
High-Efficiency Refrigerant Recovery Machine Performance
The AC1800 delivers 95% refrigerant recovery efficiency in under 30 minutes at 39.7 lbs per hour through a 3.6 CFM dual-stage vacuum pump—ranking among the fastest automatic RRR cycles in professional shop equipment.
This reduces service cycle time per vehicle, enabling faster turnaround and increased daily volume without adding technician headcount.
±0.5 oz Precision Charging Accuracy
The AC1800 employs a load cell charge measurement system delivering ±0.5 ounce accuracy. This tight tolerance ensures exact charge—neither underfilled (reducing cooling) nor overfilled (stressing the compressor).
Precise charging eliminates A/C performance callbacks and extends system service life by maintaining optimal operating pressure.
7-Inch Touchscreen Automated Workflow
A 7-inch color touchscreen guides technicians through fully automated recovery, recycle, and recharge cycles with single-button operation. Real-time display of recovery progress, pressures, and quantities eliminates manual gauge monitoring.
Visual workflow guidance accelerates training, reduces procedural errors, and lets technicians monitor multiple vehicles simultaneously.
Portable AC Recovery Machine Design with Storage
The AC1800 ships in a compact wheeled cabinet measuring 32 inches wide × 28 inches deep × 60 inches tall, with integrated hose storage, accessory compartments, and a 0.5 cubic foot (14.3 liter) internal recovery tank.
Traditional benchtop RRR units lack integrated storage and mobility. As a fully portable ac recovery machine, the cabinet features heavy-duty casters that allow for quick repositioning between service bays, reducing bay clutter and improving workflow organization.
18 Bar Maximum Operating Pressure with Safety Interlocks
The AC1800 operates at 18 bar (261 psi) maximum working pressure with dual pressure relief valves and automatic shutdown interlocks. This rating accommodates standard A/C systems and hybrid vehicle high-pressure circuits.
Dual safety interlocks ensure technician protection and EPA/OSHA compliance for refrigerant handling.
Product Demonstration
Applications & Use Cases
- Independent Tire & Repair Shops: Full-service A/C recovery and recharge on sedans, SUVs, and light trucks requiring R-134a service.
- Dealership Service Bays: OEM-compliant A/C service including warranty work on R-1234yf vehicles and hybrid powertrains.
- Fleet Maintenance Operations: Batch A/C servicing on commercial fleets requiring high-volume recovery and turnaround.
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Service: Compatible with R-134a circuits on hybrid and EV platforms.
- Car AC Recovery Machine Applications: Complete refrigerant recovery and recharging for passenger vehicles including sedans, crossovers, and light trucks requiring R-134a or R-1234yf service.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Automotive AC Recovery Machine (RRR) |
| Refrigerant Compatibility | R-134a, R-1234yf (Freon) |
| Recovery Efficiency | 95% in less than 30 minutes |
| Recovery Rate | 39.7 lbs per hour |
| Charge Accuracy | ±0.5 oz |
| Vacuum Pump | 3.6 CFM dual-stage |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 18 bar (261 psi) |
| Recovery Tank Capacity | 0.5 cubic feet (14.3 liters) |
| Filter-Drier Capacity | 175 lbs |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 32 inches (813 mm) |
| Depth | 28 inches (711 mm) |
| Height | 60 inches (1,524 mm) |
| Touchscreen Display | 7 inches color display |
| Mobility | Wheeled cabinet with integrated casters |
| Hose Storage | Integrated hose management compartments |
Documentation & Manual
Installation & Operation Manual
Download the complete Katool AC1800 Installation & Operation Manual for detailed setup instructions, operating procedures, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting guides, and safety information.
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