Free, all-in-one app for HVACR technicians
Ref Tools is a free-to-download tool from world-leading technologies supplier Dan Foss A/S. Designed to empower Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) technicians, the app boasts a suite of eight core functionalities to help streamline common tasks encountered on the job. It features the popular Refrigerant Slider, used by many HVACR professionals to compute pressure-to-temperature ratios quickly.
Other functionalities include superheat control optimization, troubleshooting assistance, and access to spare parts and product information. There’s even a podcast to provide you with updates. While Ref Tools is the choice for professionals, HVAC School and HyTool are perfect for beginners.
Digital toolbox
Every HVACR technician knows how complicated their job can get. With all the computations needed and the range of units available worldwide, some situations can be outright overwhelming. Ref Tools offers eight handy tools to make things manageable, helping you navigate recurring tasks and streamline your workflow. Designed for professionals, the app is like a Swiss army knife you can whip out whenever you need it.
The all-in-one tool equips you to handle a wide range of situations. It features the ever-reliable Refrigerant Slider, where you can quickly calculate pressure/temperature ratios and access information on over 80 refrigerants. It also comes with the TXV Superheat Tuner that enables you to optimize superheat in less than 15 minutes while providing valve-specific adjustment recommendations. Thanks to this tuner, you can help customers save money.
With the Low-GWP Tool, compatibility tests for eco-friendly refrigerants are one tap away. Plus, you can use the troubleshooting guide, spare parts catalog, product finder, and the Magnetic Tool for various maintenance tasks. Chilling with Jens podcast is accessible right in the app to keep you updated with current HVACR trends. However, the tools are only good for common tasks, and tricky cases require different apps.
Cool companion
No more flipping through manuals or switching between apps because Ref Tools offers all the essential tools you need for your everyday tasks in one spot. A handy companion to HVACR technicians, it includes functionalities such as the Refrigerant Slider and TXV Superheat Tuner. While it is not a complete replacement for your toolbox in every situation, the app can help you streamline your workflow and troubleshooting.
