Deep Hole Drilling for HVAC and Refrigeration Components
HVAC and refrigeration might not be the first industry you associate with deep hole drilling, but it uses a surprising volume of drilled components. Compressor shafts, connecting rods, heat exchanger tube sheets, and valve bodies all need precision bores. I have drilled components for commercial HVAC chillers, industrial refrigeration systems, and residential heat pumps. The volume is high and the tolerances are moderate compared to aerospace or medical work. The compressor components share similarities with automotive deep hole drilling in terms of production volume and material types. ...