Evaporator
A key component in an HVAC system that is responsible for cooling indoor air. The evaporator consists of coils through which liquid refrigerant flows. As warm air from inside the building is blown across the coils, the refrigerant inside absorbs heat and evaporates, turning into a gas. This process cools the air, which is then circulated back into the space. The evaporator coil is typically located in the indoor air handling unit or near the furnace in a central HVAC system.
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