Copeland Comfort Control (Alco) 037041 Cage Assembly

The Copeland Comfort Control (Alco) 037041 Cage Assembly, also identified by model X22440B4B, is a critical TXV internal component designed for precise refrigerant metering in TCL and TCLE series thermostatic expansion valves. This OEM replacement cage is engineered to restore factory-spec superheat control and flow characteristics across a broad spectrum of medium and high-pressure refrigerants. For technicians servicing legacy or modern systems, this assembly provides nominal capacities of 3 tons for R22 and R407C, 2.5 tons for R134a, and 2 tons for R12, R404A, R514, and R502. The balanced port design ensures stable operation even under varying head pressures, making it a reliable solution for maintaining HVACR system efficiency. Utilizing genuine Copeland Alco parts like the 037041 ensures the valve body maintains its refrigerant flow control integrity without the risk of seat leakage or hunting common with aftermarket alternatives.

• Interchangeable Design: Specifically machined for TCL/TCLE valve types, allowing for rapid field service without removing the valve body from the line.
• Multi-Refrigerant Compatibility: Field-proven performance with R-22, R-134a, R-404A, R-407C, R-12, and R-502.
• Precision Metering: Optimized for nominal capacity ranges from 2 to 3 tons depending on the specific refrigerant charge.
• Durable Construction: Built to withstand high-pressure fluctuations and prevent particulate buildup within the cage assembly.
• System Reliability: Restores accurate Superheat (SH) settings to protect compressors from liquid slugging.

Is the X22440B4B cage compatible with non-Alco valve bodies?
No, this cage assembly is strictly designed for Alco TCL and TCLE series valves. Using this in other valve bodies will result in improper seating and refrigeration flow failure.

Do I need to recalibrate the valve after installing the 037041 assembly?
Yes. While the cage is manufactured to strict tolerances, any TXV repair involving the cage requires the technician to verify and adjust the superheat to meet target system specifications.

Can this cage be used in both air conditioning and refrigeration applications?
Yes, as long as the nominal capacity and refrigerant type match the system requirements, the Copeland 037041 is suitable for both high and low-temp applications.

Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, product data and specifications are subject to change. Please contact our team to confirm compatibility or technical details before purchasing.