Buying a 1234yf AC Machine can be stressful because one wrong move can contaminate a tank, waste expensive refrigerant, or turn a quick recharge into a comeback. A lot of shops also get stuck babysitting older machines that recover slowly, don’t hit a stable vacuum, or give “close enough” charge results. If you service newer vehicles all week, you need an AC recovery Machine that’s predictable, repeatable, and easy to run without guesswork. The Bludee AC machine is built around that idea, a clean workflow that helps you recover, evacuate, and recharge with confidence. And since HFO-1234yf is mildly flammable, having a system designed for proper handling matters more than ever.
The Bludee AC600 is purpose-built for HFO-1234yf service, with a strong blend of speed and accuracy for real shop use. You’re working with a 95% recovery rate and an average gas-state recovery speed of 0.55 lb/min, so you’re not tying up a bay longer than you have to. It runs on AC110V ±10%, 60 Hz, uses a 3/8 HP compressor, and includes a 7-inch full-color touch screen that makes the process feel straightforward instead of clunky. For evacuation, the vacuum pump is 2.12 cfm (60 L/min) and it’s listed as non-sparking, which is a nice detail for 1234yf environments. When you’re moving fast, the thermal printer, heater band, and built-in service reminders help you stay organized without extra tools.
Where the AC600 really shines is how it supports both “set it and forget it” workflows and hands-on control when you want it. Auto Mode can run the full sequence, recovery, vacuum, oil injection (fuel vehicles), then charging, and it stops automatically when it’s done. That means techs can start the cycle, knock out another task, and come back when the machine’s ready for the next step. If your shop cares about keeping refrigerant clean, the system’s purity process matters, the machine can verify that HFO-1234yf concentration is over 98% before continuing (when equipped for identification). It’s a practical setup for anyone shopping the Bludee AC600 because they want consistent results, fewer mistakes, and cleaner A/C service day after day.
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