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5651-186 OBSOLETE
- Expansion Valve
The Bard 5651-186 expansion valve is an OEM refrigerant metering component used in Bard wall-mount air conditioners and heat pumps to regulate how much liquid refrigerant feeds the evaporator coil based on operating conditions. A properly functioning expansion valve helps maintain correct superheat for stable cooling, better efficiency, and compressor protection, making it a common repair when a system shows symptoms like poor capacity, erratic suction pressure, or coil icing tied to improper refrigerant feed. Because TXVs are application-specific, match Bard 5651-186 to your unit model and serial number in the correct Bard parts list or service manual to confirm capacity and connection style before ordering.
Official replacement(s):
5651-186BX
- Expansion Valve Boxed For Service