Top 10 tools for RACHP engineers

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Which tools do you rely on most day-to-day? To celebrate our Top Tools promotion, we’ve listed our top 10 tools for RACHP engineers – do you agree?

Top 10 tools for RACHP engineers

Some tools you just can’t live without. And some are there just to make our lives easier. 

From a tried and tested set of pliers to a swish new digital measurement device, assembling the right toolkit for your day-to-day takes a bit of fine-tuning. But when it works, it works – and helps you complete jobs to a standard you’re proud of, as efficiently as possible.

Here are our top tools for RACHP engineers – how many do you use regularly?

Digital manifold 

Traditional analogue manifolds are still a key piece of kit, but it’s hard to argue with the time savings of going digital. Quick, precise refrigerant measurements and real-time data sharing helps you simplify diagnostics and update your records without the extra admin.

Charging scale

When there’s no room for error, a quality charging scale guarantees accuracy. You need to know you’re getting a precise refrigerant measurement – essential for correct system performance and F-Gas compliance.

Vacuum pump

Your vacuum pump will likely be put through the ringer – so needs to handle being thrown about a bit. Look for features like high flow rates, durable construction, and low noise to make this essential tool work even harder for you.

Digital clamp meter

When you’re in a tight spot, a digital clamp meter makes it easier to work. You can measure current, voltage, and temperature all in one device – safely and accurately – without breaking the circuit.

Refrigerant recovery unit 

In the midst of peak season, having a quick, efficient refrigerant recovery unit will keep you from losing your cool. This key piece of equipment has a place in any RACHP engineer’s toolkit.

Electronic leak detector

Give your productivity a boost with this time saver. A quality electronic leak detector helps you track down even the smallest faults quickly and accurately, speeding up your work.

Digital thermometer 

For quick checks and diagnostics, a fast, accurate digital thermometer is essential. Infrared or contact-based, it’s all about reliability.

Tube tools

Working with the wrong tools can make you feel like you’re going round the bend. For pipework, it’s vital to get equipment that’s comfortable to use and offers the precision you need. 

From the effortless operation of hydraulic benders to tube straighteners, these are pieces of kit an RACHP engineer can’t live without.

The basics: the hose

No bells and whistles here. Our list wouldn’t be complete without a mention of this unsung hero – the tool you only stop to think about when it’s actively working against you. With the simple things, it’s best to keep to the basics: a trusted, quality brand for hoses helps you stay productive, not profane.