Ritchie Engineering Co.

Bloomington, MN 55438

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10950 Hampshire Ave South
Bloomington, MN 55438
http://www.yellowjacket.com
952-943-1333
800-769-8370
800-322-8684

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Ritchie Engineering manufactures the full line of YELLOW JACKET air conditioning service tools.

Products & Press Releases

Yellow Jacket Turbo Recover
Feb. 11, 2022
The Yellow Jacket TurboRecover Recovery Machine is a fully automatic operation for fast recovery of Class III, IV, and V refrigerants including R-410A and A2L refrigerants. A ...
67074 Open Case 4x4 1
Dec. 16, 2021
The Yellow Jacket YJACK Charging and Evacuation Kit, No. 67074, is designed to efficiently evacuate and charge every system. The kit includes two YJACK PRESS Wireless Pressure...
Bullet Dc Vacuum Pump
Dec. 6, 2021
The Yellow Jacket BULLET DC Vacuum Pump features a brushless DC (BLDC) motor, capable of providing high torque and high efficiency. The unit functions in extreme low voltage conditions...
63325 Alloy Deluxe Ratchet Tube Bender Kit Open Case 5x5
March 31, 2021
The Yellow Jacket Alloy Ratchet Tube Bender Kit creates smooth and consistent bends when working with 1/4” to 7/8” soft copper, aluminum, and light wall hydraulic tubing. The ...
93760 Super Evac Plus Ii With Strap 2048x1685
Feb. 23, 2021
The Yellow Jacket SuperEvac PLUS II Vacuum Pump is designed for use with A2L systems and features an integrated brushless DC (BLDC) motor, providing high efficiency, high torque...
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Feb. 23, 2021
Designed for use with A2L systems, the integration of a brushless DC (BLDC) motor to drive the vacuum pump provides several technological advantages over AC motor-driven vacuum...
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Greg Guse, director of engineering, Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc.
June 15, 2020
Greg Guse, director of engineering, Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc. is responsible for driving product strategy and development, as well as contributing to the marketing and...
93600 Bullet Vacuum Pump Angle Merged Cmyk 300dpi5x5
June 15, 2020
The Yellow Jacket Bullet X Vacuum Pump is a two-stage rotary vane oil-sealed 7 cfm pump that pulls down to 25 microns. It features a wide mouth oil reservoir port for easier, ...
93266 Yjii Vacuum Pump 484x416
March 19, 2020
The Yellow Jacket YJII Vacuum Pump features a compact, lightweight design for servicing small systems for a wide range of applications. Its compact size allows for portability...
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Sam Negandi, automotive sales director, Ritchie Engineering Co.
July 23, 2019
Sam Negandi, a proven sales professional, will lead the company’s automotive division.

Articles & News

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July 8, 2024
The company is launching a marketing campaign to highlight the brand's contributions and history.
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The SuperEvac PLUS II Vacuum Pump is used for A/C system evacuation to ensure that the system is tight, and that non-condensable gases have been removed from the system prior ...
67006
April 2, 2020
These kits provide the ability to diagnose an A/C system without tying up a RRR machine.
Mike Shore
June 18, 2018
One often overlooked opportunity is the air conditioning system inside every vehicle that rolls into your shop.
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Feb. 5, 2018
A/C service and repair represents a growing revenue opportunity for shops, and a sales opportunity for distributors who are knowledgeable about this tool category.
The ArcticPRO RHS 1280 Series from Mahle Aftermarket is designed to efficiently and safely service R-1234yf while also removing up to 95 percent of refrigerant.
May 30, 2014
Distributors must be ready for the new refrigerant before customers start asking for it.

Videos & Resources

67007 Kit Elements
Sept. 21, 2020
Whenever I consider purchasing any new tool I analyze the ROI (Return on Investment) to see if it will be worthwhile, what the cost of performing the service should be, and how...
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June 4, 2020
In this video, Scott Brown, ASE Master Certified L1 Technician, reviews the YELLOW JACKET ManTooth Wireless MVAC Diagnostic Kit.

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Jim
Aug. 5, 2020
The inlet to outlet temperature change on a condenser should be 20 degrees F minimum to 50 degrees maximum for a tube and fin condenser.
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May 28, 2020
An enthalpy chart shows the A/C cycle and at what temperature and pressure the refrigerant changes from a gas to a liquid and back to a gas.
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May 28, 2020
The Automotive Mantooth Kit allows you to quickly connect to a vehicle with minimal loss of refrigerant for both R-134a and R-1234yf systems.
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May 28, 2020
With most newer vehicles running a variable displacement compressor and diagnosing by suction and discharge A/C pressures alone is probably not telling the whole story of what...
Jim
May 28, 2020
To get an accurate enthalpy chart, the clamps need to be placed in the correct locations.
Jim
May 28, 2020
When using the Yellow Jacket Mantooth Kit make sure to set your elevation.
67031 Adjustable Temperature Probe Strap 300dpi Cmyk6x4
July 8, 2019
The Ritchie Engineering Co. Yellow Jacket Adjustable Temperature Probe Strap, No. 67031, allows the user to accurately measure temperatures from -40 degrees F to 266 degrees F...
67006
March 21, 2018
The Yellow Jacket ManTooth Wireless Pressure Temperature Gauge Automotive Kits, Nos. 67006 and 67007, use Bluetooth technology and an app to help service centers and technicians...
67002 Mt Photo Without Clamps Rev 2 Flattened
Jan. 18, 2018
The Ritchie Engineering Co. Yellow Jacket ManTooth Wireless Digital Gauge Kit is a small, handheld device that can be hooked up to a vehicle's A/C system in less than three minutes...
Mike Shore
Sept. 20, 2017
Mike Shore will serve as the new automotive national sales manager.
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Jan. 1, 2016
The Yellow Jacket Refrigerant Management Systems for R-134a (No. 37840) and R-1234yf (No. 37860) feature a wireless, touch-button, user-friendly interface with a full-color, wireless...
Jan. 7, 2013
Ritchie Engineering to provide Yellow Jacket products to Ford and Lincoln dealerships in U.S. and Canada.
Jan. 7, 2013
Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc., the leader in service tools for the HVAC&R and automotive service professional, announced its participation in the Ford Motor Company Rotunda...
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March 15, 2012
The Ritchie Engineering YELLOW JACKET Refrigeration System Analyzer display reads in analog, digital or a combination of both, and monitors two pressures, two live temperatures...
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June 22, 2011
Ritchie Engineering Co. offers the Yellow Jacket Bullet vacuum pump is a two-stage rotary vane oil-sealed 7 CFM pump that pulls down to 25 microns or better and a super efficient...
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May 29, 2008
The Yellow Jacket RecoverXLT Refrigerant Recovery System, No. 95760, features a CPR valve that regulates refrigerant input to protect the life of the compressor. An exclusive ...
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Feb. 26, 2008
Ritchie Engineering offers the Yellow Jacket 41 Series manifold for R-134a, R-12 and R-22 A/C systems, No. 41339. Features include: A two-valve design for quicker charging, vacuum...
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Feb. 26, 2008
R-12 and R-134a conversion adapters by Yellow Jacket convert existing R-12 charging hoses over for use with R-134a systems. The adapters include high and low side quick couplers...
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Feb. 26, 2008
The R134a 3-in-1 Vacuum/Charge Recover Core Tool by Yellow Jacket lets techs evacuate and charge through an unrestricted line for increased speed and higher vacuum. The recovery...
Acflushkit 10100883
Feb. 26, 2008
The Yellow Jacket A/C Flush Kit system removes refrigerant oil, moisture and contaminants from system components and lines during retrofitting and compressor replacement. You ...
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Feb. 26, 2008
Yellow Jacket's R-134a Premium A/C Couplers interface with R-134a service ports. Some of their features include:A control valve for access to systems, even at working pressures...
Premiumtubecutters 10100876
Feb. 26, 2008
New from Ritchie are their premium tube cutters with a retractable wheel for getting through various metals. Additional features include:An enclosed, precision-feed mechanism ...
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Feb. 26, 2008
The Ritchie Micro LED UV Leak Detection Kit offers individual reflectors that surround each of five LEDs recessed for protection in the stainless steel head. No. 69782 features...
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Feb. 26, 2008
The Yellow Jacket Refrigerant Management System 37880 is part of the SAE J2788 and J2788H Compliant Series. Now with full-color graphic display, advanced user interface and onboard...
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Feb. 26, 2008
Ritchie offers their Yellow Jacket Coolant Exchange/Flush System 37505 that contains three 8-gallon "new coolant" tanks that hold up to 3 different coolants and faster vacuum/...
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Feb. 26, 2008
Ritchie has released their Yellow Jacket Automotive A/C Tools catalog that features, what the company feels, as the single largest product line for a full range of jobs from leak...
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Feb. 26, 2008
Ritchie Engineering Co.'s new Yellow Jacket No. 77950 oil recharge pump replaces oil in auto A/C systems or into compressors after oil removal. It works on all system pressures...
Yellowjackettachometer 10128639
June 25, 2007
The easy-to-use and read YELLOW JACKET® Tachometer unit measures 10 to 99,999 RPM on compressors, fans, motors, gears, pulleys, and more. A non-contact reading maintains torque...
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June 25, 2007
Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc. introduces the YELLOW JACKET Coolant Exchange/Flush System 37505 for vacuum drain/test/fill, pressure test, coolant exchange and forward/reverse...
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June 25, 2007
The new YELLOW JACKET Digital LCD Vacuum Gauge lets you know the system is free of air and moisture and that your vacuum pump is performing properly. Connects directly to the ...
Yellow Jacket offers its AccuProbe UV leak detector for detecting HCFC, CFC and HFC refrigerants. For more about this product, visit www.VehicleServicePros.com/10125182
June 25, 2007
Find refrigerant leaks by the numbers with Ritchie Engineering's NEW Yellow Jacket AccuProbe Leak Detector with heated sensor. Unique digital Smart Alarm Indicator measures, registers...