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VW A/C Condenser - Nissens 3B0260401B

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SKU:
NSN-94592
FCP Euro ID:
72494
GTIN / UPC:
05707286257368
Made in:
China
Quality:
Aftermarket

OE Numbers

3B0260401B, 3B0260401

MFG Numbers

94592

Product Information

Nissens manufactures an A/C Condenser that is the same quality fit and performance as the OE Condenser it replaces.

Features and Benefits:

  • OEM Quality Direct fit Application
  • Utilizes fixed feeder tubes with no fault tolerance in length, diameter, and bending angle, providing protection against leaks and loss of efficiency.
A/C Condenser

The A/C condenser is effectively a radiator for your vehicle's A/C system, designed to vent heat from the air conditioner's refrigerant. The A/C condenser is usually mounted to or near the main radiator in the front of the vehicle. Its function is to cool the high-pressure hot gas refrigerant coming from the compressor, condensing it back into a liquid. The cooled liquid leaves the condenser and flows through the A/C receiver drier on its way to the evaporator, where the evaporation process provides cool air to the cabin. A/C condensers are typically made completely out of aluminum and are fairly lightweight and delicate. Both sides of the A/C condenser are connected to the high and low-pressure pipes using bolted fittings and O-rings. Due to the high-pressure nature of the A/C system, even the most minor leak can cause complete A/C failure.

The most common reason for failure in A/C Condensers is from road debris, such as rocks or dirt, which causes punctures or bent fins. A punctured condenser will vent the refrigerant in the system, usually 134a, fairly quickly leading to immediate failure. Bent fins will not typically lead to condenser failure, but will reduce the effective cooling capacity due to reduced airflow.

Internal blockage is another common failure mode, mostly in older or higher-mileage vehicles that have not had regular A/C services. A blockage is usually caused by internal corrosion as a result of water accumulation in the system. The corrosion grows and clogs the narrow passages, leading to reduced efficiency and sometimes even cracks and leaks. Leaks can be hard to find, especially when the A/C condenser is peppered from thousands of miles of highway exposure. The best way to find a leak in your A/C system is to charge it with an oil containing reactive UV dye after a thorough engine bay cleaning, and running the air conditioning. If there is a leak, it will be easily viewed using a UV (black light) flashlight as a bright neon reflection.

A/C Condenser Failure Symptoms
  • Internal blockage: If the A/C system is rarely or never serviced, the A/C receiver drier will become saturated and allow water that has made it into the system to circulate along with the refrigerant. Water and R134a combine to create a corrosive acid, which causes corrosion buildup in the narrow passageways of the A/C condenser and evaporator, reducing efficiency and sometimes causing the A/C to stop working altogether.
  • External impact damage: The A/C Condenser is a lightweight aluminum assembly positioned right in the front of the car. It’s common to take a beating with prolonged high-speed miles, especially in the winter when the area uses rock salt on the roads. Even a pinhole leak is enough to eventually empty the A/C system, and leaks will not be readily identifiable without A/C dye.

About Nissens

Over the years, Nissens has invested significant resources in research on and development of engine cooling and climate system components for the automotive segment. More than 95 years of thermal know-how and manufacturing experience mean that we are able to meet the needs for a comprehensive range of high-quality spare parts, while at the same time, being a market educator for technical insight into the systems field.

As a market-leading manufacturer of most essential thermal system components, Nissens offers a comprehensive product portfolio with up to 97% car park coverage. Covering everything from the fast-moving to the more exotic parts of the European, Asian, and American vehicle brands, Nissens is the ideal choice for quality, range, and expertise.

Every time it involves your thermal systems, Nissens is right there with you - contributing to the comfort and safety of your journey.

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