Tecumseh AE1250E-212-J7 115V1Ph 3987Btu R12 Compressor
The AE1250E-212-J7 Tecumseh reciprocating compressor is used in a variety of HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) equipment, primarily air conditioners and freezers. It uses 115 volts of single-phase electricity to run, and it can cool 3987 BTUs. Reciprocating compressors use a piston to pull in, compress, and release refrigerant gas, much like a piston engine. By generating a pressure differential, this cycle enables the system to take in heat from an area and expel it outdoors, producing a cooling effect. Although the AE1250E-212-J7 was a popular part at the time, it's crucial to remember that it uses R-12 refrigerant, which is bad for the environment and has been outlawed in most nations since it depletes the ozone layer.