COMPRESSOR IDENTIFICATION:
Sanden manufactures AC Compressors for many makes around the world. All AC compressor units manufactured by Sanden have a 6-digit serial number, followed by date of manufacture and the country code, as shown in the image below:
COMPRESSOR SPECIFICATIONS:
Belt Tension:
The table below shows the Belt Tension specifications for various groove types:
| Grooves | Tension, lb (kgf) |
|---|---|
| A | 121 ± 5(55 ± 2) |
| B | 132 ± 5(60 ± 2) |
| C | 132 ± 5(60 ± 2) |
| M | 132 ± 5(60 ± 2) |
| PV4 | 132 ± 5(60 ± 2) |
| PV6 | 198 ± 5(90 ± 2) |
Speed Rating:
The table below gives the speed-ratings for various Sanden AC compressor models:
| Model | Clutch Type | Max RPM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constant | Downshift | ||
| SD5H14 | Std. | 6,000 | 7,000 |
| SD5H14 | HD | 4,000 | 6,000 |
| SD7B10 | All | 6,000 | 7,000 |
| SD7H13 | All | 6,000 | 8,000 |
| SD7H15 | Std. | 6,000 | 8,000 |
| SD7H15 | HD | 4,000 | 6,000 |
| SD7H15 | SHD | 4,000 | 4,000 |
Basic Compressor Specification:
The specifications vary between each AC compressor model, as shown in the table below:
| Model | Refrigerant | Displacement cu in (cc) | Typical weight,lb.(kg.) | Standard Oil charge | Rotation | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compressor | Clutch | Assembly | Oil Type | System Type | Amount,fl.oz.(cc) | ||||
| SD5H14 | R134a | 8.4 (138) | 11.2 (5.1) | 6.0 (2,7) | 17.2 (7.8) | SP-20 | TXV | 7.2 ± 0.5 (210 ± 15) | Either Way |
| CCOT | No Standard | ||||||||
| S07810 | R134a | 6.1 (100) | 5.9 (2.7) | 3.3 (1.5) | 9.2 (4.2) | SP-10 | TXV | No Standard | CW Only |
| SD7H13 | R134a | 7.9 (129) | 9.3 (4.2) | 4.6 (2.1) | 13.9 (6.3) | SP-20 | TXV | 4.6 ± 0.5 (135 ± 15) | CW Only |
| SD7H15 /HD | R134a | 9.5 (155) | 9.9 (4.5) | 5.3 (2.4) | 15.2 (6.9) | SP-20 | TXV | 4.6 ± 0.5 (135 ± 15) | CW Only |
| CCOT | 8.1 ± 0.5 (240 ± 15) | ||||||||
| SD7H15 /HD | R134a | 9.5 (155) | 9.9 (4.5) | 7.7 (3.5) | 17.6 (8.0) | SP-20 | TXV | 4.6 ± 0.5 (135 ± 15) | CW Only |
| CCOT | 8.1 ± 0.5 (240 ± 15) | ||||||||
Assembly Torques:
The table below lists the assembly torque values for the various components of the AC Compressor in different units:
| ITEM | ft*lb | N*m | kgf*cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armature retaining nut, 1/2" - 20 | 22.4 ± 2.9 | 30.4 ± 3.8 | 310 ± 40 |
| Armature retaining nut, M8 | 13.0 ± 2.2 | 17.7 ± 2.9 | 180 ± 30 |
| Cylinder head bolts, M6 | 10 ± 2.2 | 13.7 ± 2.9 | 140 ± 30 |
| Cylinder head bolts, M8 | 25.3 ± 3.6 | 34.3 ± 4.9 | 350 ± 50 |
| Oil filler plug | 14.5 ± 3.6 | 19.6 ± 4.9 | 200 ± 50 |
| Hose fitting 1" - 14 rotolock | 27 ± 3 | 36.3 ± 3.9 | 370 ± 40 |
| 7/8"Tube-o | 24 ± 3 | 32.4 ± 3.9 | 330 ± 40 |
| 3/4"Tube-o | 17.5 ± 2.5 | 23.5 ± 3.4 | 240 ± 35 |
| Pad fitting bolt, M10 | 29 ± 3 | 32.9 ± 4.9 | 680 ± 400 |
| Pad fitting bolt, 3/8" -24 | 29 ± 3 | 32.9 ± 4.9 | 50 ± 40 |
| Pad fitting bolt, M8 | 25 ± 3 | 34.3 ± 3.9 | 350 ± 40 |
| Clutch lead wire clamp screw | 11 ± 3 in*lb | 1.3 ± 0.3 | 13 ± 3 |
| High pressure relief valve | 7.2 ± 1.4 | 9.8 ± 2.0 | 100 ± 20 |
| Thermal protector switch clamp bolt | 7.2 2.2 -1.4 | 9.8 2.9 -2.0 | 100 30 -20 |
| Clutch dust cover screws(6-M5) | 6.5 ± 1.4 | 9 ± 2 | 90 ± 20 |
| Clutch dust cover screws(3 -1/4"- 20) | 2.7 ± 0.9 | 3.6 ± 1.2 | 37 ± 12 |
Acceptable Mounting Angles:
An improperly mounted AC compressor can subject it to damage, and cause it to malfunction. The figure below shows the optimal mounting angle for your Sanden AC Compressor.
