Leakfinder UV Dye for AC, Oil, and Coolant
UV DYE FOR AC, OIL, AND COOLANT LEAKS LeakFinder® Universal AC Dye (LF1001) works with all automotive air conditioning systems containing R-134a, R-1234yf, or other widely used refrigerants, and will…
Coronavirus In Your Car
Traveling Safely and Minimizing Coronavirus In Your Car Fresh air and proper ventilation lower the risk of contracting coronavirus. Even in cramped quarters, airflow keeps the buildup of aerosolized virus…
Mobile HVAC UV Leak Detection During COVID
Mobile HVAC UV Leak Detection During COVID UV leak detection is used to find leaks in mobile HVAC systems during the COVID pandemic. Recently, the NYPD authorized the use of…
UV Dye for AC Car Leaks & Repair
UV DYE PINPOINTS SMALL AC CAR LEAKS UV dye is the perfect tool for visually detecting small AC car leaks. Whereas other leak detection tools can provide unreliable results, UV…
Is Your Car’s Air Conditioning Ready?
A heatwave that has gripped the country for days will get worse over the coming weeks – and A/C systems need to meet the challenge. Continuous heat and humidity have been so intense that it has led to roads buckling across the country.
UV A/C Dyes for Electric & Hybrid Vehicles
The automotive industry is changing fast – and technicians need UV dyes for electric and hybrid vehicles. In 2017, General Motors announced that it is working toward an all-electric, zero-emissions future. By 2023, GM plans on having at least 18 models EV vehicles.
UV Sanitizers from Tracer Products Featured in MACS Service Report
The automotive industry is currently investigating ways to fight viruses, including using ultraviolet light to sanitize car interiors, foggers to spray disinfectants, upgrading air filtration systems, and employing antimicrobial materials. A handheld tool, such as The DeGERM-inatorTM (UV-5D) can inactivate 90% of most microorganisms in 6-8 seconds by sanitizing areas used in homes and offices, mobile devices, and in automobiles.
Finding R-1234yf Leaks in Emergency Vehicles
Modern, high-tech emergency vehicles use ultra-efficient R-1234yf refrigerant to keep personnel and civilians cool, safe, and comfortable. These A/C systems have a much smaller refrigerant charge and require a concentrated, OEM-grade UV dye. Even the smallest leaks can reduce cooling capacity.
UV Dye in the Automotive Aftermarket
UV dye can extend the service life of vehicles. By finding leaks early, expensive repairs can be avoided. As vehicles age, leaks are much more likely to occur. In the United States, the average age and the total number of older cars on the road today have been steadily increasing.
Tracer Products’ OEM-Grade Fluoro-Lite® 5 TP3825 Dye Now Available in New Sizes for R-1234yf AC Leak Detection
Modern R-1234yf air conditioning systems have new requirements for fluorescent leak detection. With concerns over rising fuel costs, manufacturers are developing more efficient, environmentally friendly vehicle systems.