2014 Mazda 3 Condenser: BBP261480B – OEM Quality Assurance

This genuine Mazda/OEM condenser (BBP261480B), manufactured in Taiwan, offers superior quality and value. It’s 100% new and priced competitively.

Understanding the Mazda 3 Condenser

The condenser, a critical component within a vehicle’s air conditioning system, is strategically positioned in front of the radiator. This heat exchanger efficiently transforms refrigerant vapor into a high-pressure liquid state, a crucial step in the cooling process. Its construction features a network of small tubes and aluminum fins, maximizing surface area for optimal heat dissipation. As air flows through the condenser, aided by a cooling fan, the refrigerant is effectively cooled.

The system’s design incorporates a heater core, blower fan, and water valve, working in concert to regulate temperature. The water valve, situated within the engine’s coolant system, precisely controls coolant flow to the heater core. This, in turn, is managed via the dashboard temperature controls. The condenser functions as a heat transfer device, utilizing engine-heated coolant to warm the air blown into the cabin. Consequently, its temperature rises as the engine warms up. The warmed coolant then transfers its heat to the heater core, releasing heat into the air stream.

In vehicles operating at consistently high engine output, increased coolant demand for the air conditioning condenser may necessitate specific adjustments.

A Critical Component in the AC System

Optimal performance hinges on the condenser’s seamless integration with the evaporator and compressor. Maintaining cleanliness and avoiding excessive strain prevents malfunctions and potential fuel efficiency issues. Given its significant energy consumption (up to 95% of the system’s electrical energy), the condenser plays a pivotal role in air conditioning efficiency. It serves as a vital intermediary, receiving gaseous refrigerant from the compressor and converting it to a liquid. The condenser assembly, including the compressor and condenser fan, resembles a large heat sink. The evaporator’s cooling action and power consumption are directly linked to condenser operation. When inactive, the evaporator acts like a circulating fan.

The condenser’s design includes an aluminum coil with extended fins to amplify surface area. Refrigerant moves through these tubes, exchanging heat with the surrounding air, a process facilitated by a cooling fan. The compressor pressurizes and heats the refrigerant gas. This high-temperature, high-pressure gas then passes into the condenser. Here, heat is released to the surrounding air, causing the gas to condense into a liquid. This high-pressure liquid then flows through the expansion valve, reducing pressure and temperature. The resulting low-pressure, low-temperature liquid proceeds to the evaporator, absorbing car interior heat before evaporating and restarting the cycle.

Vehicle Compatibility

• Mazda 3 (2009-2014)

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