09/09/2026
Inside a Refrigeration Thermostat
A refrigeration thermostat is used to maintain the required temperature by automatically controlling the operation of the refrigeration system. It senses the temperature and switches the refrigeration equipment on or off when the set temperature is reached.
Inside the thermostat, the sensing bulb detects temperature changes and transfers the pressure through the capillary tube to the diaphragm. The movement of the diaphragm operates the mechanical linkage and electrical contacts, controlling the compressor circuit according to the temperature setting.
This detailed cutaway shows the adjusting k**b, setting scale, sensing bulb, capillary tube, diaphragm, springs, toggle mechanism, switch contacts, and electrical terminals, giving a clear view of how temperature sensing is converted into automatic electrical control.