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Trane / American Standard VAL10196 OEM Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV) – HVAC Refrigerant Flow Control Valve

Trane / American Standard VAL10196 OEM Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV) – HVAC Refrigerant Flow Control Valve

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Trane VAL10196 Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV)

  • Genuine Trane / American Standard OEM replacement

  • Electronically controlled refrigerant metering valve

  • Regulates refrigerant flow in compatible HVAC systems

  • Designed for equipment-specific electronic control operation

  • Factory replacement EEV part number VAL10196

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Product Details & Key Specifications

Specification

Details

Brand

Trane / American Standard

Manufacturer Part Number

VAL10196

Product Type

Electronic Expansion Valve

Common Name

EEV / Electronic Refrigerant Metering Valve

Valve Operation

Electronically Controlled

Primary Function

Refrigerant Flow Regulation

Application

HVAC Refrigeration Circuit

Replacement Type

OEM Service Component

Nominal Capacity

Verify manufacturer specifications

Refrigerant Compatibility

Verify manufacturer specifications

Inlet Connection

Verify manufacturer specifications

Outlet Connection

Verify manufacturer specifications

Electrical Requirements

Verify manufacturer specifications

Control Compatibility

Equipment-Specific

Actuator / Coil Inclusion

Verify supplied assembly

Wire Harness Inclusion

Verify supplied assembly

Installation

Professional HVAC Installation

 

description

The Trane / American Standard VAL10196 is an OEM Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV) designed for compatible HVAC air-conditioning and heat pump systems. This electronic refrigerant metering valve regulates refrigerant flow through the refrigeration circuit to support proper cooling and heating performance.

Unlike a traditional thermostatic expansion valve (TXV), an electronic expansion valve operates through signals from a compatible electronic control system. The EEV adjusts refrigerant flow based on system operating conditions, helping maintain appropriate evaporator performance, refrigerant control, and overall system efficiency.

The VAL10196 is intended for HVAC equipment specifically requiring this factory electronic expansion valve.

Key Features & Function

  • Genuine Trane / American Standard OEM replacement component
  • Part Number: VAL10196
  • Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV)
  • Electronically controlled refrigerant metering
  • Regulates refrigerant flow through compatible HVAC systems
  • Works with equipment-specific electronic controls
  • Supports evaporator performance and refrigerant management
  • Designed for compatible air-conditioning and heat pump applications
  • Factory replacement refrigeration component
  • Intended for equipment specifically requiring VAL10196

Product Details & Key Specifications

Specification

Details

Brand

Trane / American Standard

Manufacturer Part Number

VAL10196

Product Type

Electronic Expansion Valve

Common Name

EEV / Electronic Refrigerant Metering Valve

Valve Operation

Electronically Controlled

Primary Function

Refrigerant Flow Regulation

Application

HVAC Refrigeration Circuit

Replacement Type

OEM Service Component

Nominal Capacity

Verify manufacturer specifications

Refrigerant Compatibility

Verify manufacturer specifications

Inlet Connection

Verify manufacturer specifications

Outlet Connection

Verify manufacturer specifications

Electrical Requirements

Verify manufacturer specifications

Control Compatibility

Equipment-Specific

Actuator / Coil Inclusion

Verify supplied assembly

Wire Harness Inclusion

Verify supplied assembly

Installation

Professional HVAC Installation

🛠️ HVAC Depot Pro Tip

When replacing the Trane VAL10196, verify the complete OEM part number and equipment compatibility before ordering.

Part Number: VAL10196

Component: Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV)

Function: Electronic Refrigerant Metering

An electronic expansion valve is not interchangeable with a conventional TXV simply because the connection sizes or refrigeration capacity appear similar.

Before purchasing, confirm:

  • Original EEV part number
  • Complete equipment model and serial number
  • Refrigerant type
  • Inlet and outlet connection sizes
  • Electronic control board compatibility
  • Actuator or coil requirements
  • Electrical connector and wiring configuration
  • Manufacturer-specific installation or calibration procedures

Installation Tip: EEV replacement may require refrigerant recovery, brazing, evacuation, leak testing, electrical verification, and electronic valve initialization or calibration, depending on the equipment.

Installation should be performed by a qualified HVAC technician.

Equipment / Model Compatibility

The Trane / American Standard VAL10196 is intended for compatible HVAC equipment specifically requiring this factory electronic expansion valve.

Potential applications include:

  • Compatible Trane air-conditioning systems
  • Compatible Trane heat pump systems
  • Compatible American Standard HVAC equipment
  • Select electronically controlled refrigeration systems
  • Equipment requiring OEM part number VAL10196

Before ordering, verify the complete equipment model number, serial number, original EEV identification, refrigerant type, and electronic control requirements.

Compatibility Note: Exact equipment model numbers, refrigerant compatibility, valve capacity, and connection dimensions have not been independently confirmed for VAL10196.

 

Specification

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