The 74R1826 Inline Receiver Drier helps protect compatible mobile A/C systems by removing moisture and debris from the refrigerant circuit.
This helps reduce corrosion, support stable cooling, and protect key A/C components.
This receiver drier uses an inline configuration with #6 male O-ring fittings on the inlet and outlet.
It also includes a top service valve, side sight glass, and side pressure relief valve.
The 74R1826 is commonly associated with heavy-duty mobile HVAC systems, including off-highway, construction, agricultural, truck, and vocational equipment applications.
Function and Performance
A receiver drier stores liquid refrigerant and helps remove moisture from the A/C system.
It also helps capture small particles that may move through the refrigerant circuit.
The 74R1826 installs in compatible #6 inline receiver drier layouts.
The top service valve can provide service access for compatible systems, while the side pressure relief valve supports the required system protection layout.
Because fitment depends on fitting size, flow direction, body dimensions, refrigerant type, service valve location, pressure relief configuration, and system layout, compare the original drier before ordering.
Installation
Install this receiver drier according to the vehicle, equipment, or A/C system service procedure.
Before installation, confirm refrigerant type, flow direction, fitting sizes, O-ring style, mounting location, service valve position, pressure relief location, and clearance.
Replace the receiver drier any time the A/C system has been opened for major service or when contamination or moisture is suspected.
Use the correct O-rings and lubricate them with approved refrigerant oil when appropriate.
After installation, evacuate, leak test, and charge the system according to the correct service procedure.
Then verify system operation and inspect for leaks around the fittings, service valve, sight glass, and pressure relief area.
Product Details
- BTRAC / Product Number: 74R1826
- Description: Inline receiver drier with top service port
- Product Type: Receiver drier
- Configuration: Inline
- Capacity Reference: High capacity
- Diameter: 2-3/4 in.
- Overall Length: 10 in.
- Inlet Connection: 3/8 in. #6 male insert O-ring
- Outlet Connection: 3/8 in. #6 male insert O-ring
- Fitting Size: #6 male O-ring inlet and outlet
- Sight Glass: Side
- Service Valve: 1/4 in., top
- Pressure Relief Valve: Side
- Fuse Plug: None
- Moisture Indicator: None
- Refrigerant Compatibility: R-134a
- Application Type: Mobile / heavy-duty A/C systems
- Fitment Note: Confirm fitting size, flow direction, service valve location, pressure relief location, body dimensions, and refrigerant compatibility before ordering.
Cross Reference and Interchange Numbers
This part may cross reference or interchange with:
- 1-6450
- 07-2616A
- 176575
- 1999011
- 232-8916
- 37-13327
- 37-13522
- 3918260
- 4379-RD570621
- 4379-RD570621P
- 540062
- 540233
- 7389
- 74R1806
- 74R1826
- 800-1820
- 825-3807
- 825-3807A
- 920021
- ABP N83 319144
- ABP N83 319330
- JA10900
- JA18450
- PTAC7389
- RD-5-7062-1
- RD11820
- RDHRD570621P
- RDT74R1826
- RF5155400109
- T1958
Brand Reference Guide
- Red Dot: 74R1826, 74R1806, RD-5-7062-1
- AirSource / MEI: 7389
- Alliance: ABP N83 319144, ABP N83 319330
- Bergstrom: 540062, 540233
- CoolStar / MEI: 800-1820
- Omega: 37-13327, 37-13522
- Primatech: PTAC7389
- RoadForce: RF5155400109
- Texas Truck AC: 825-3807, 825-3807A
- TRP / Climatech: JA10900, JA18450
- Truck Air / MEI: 07-2616A
- TruckAC+: T1958
- Volvo: 176575, 3918260
Application Notes
The 74R1826 is commonly used in compatible mobile A/C systems that require a high-capacity inline receiver drier with #6 male O-ring fittings, a top service valve, and a side pressure relief valve.
It may be used in applications such as:
- Caterpillar equipment
- John Deere equipment
- Heavy-duty off-highway equipment
- Agricultural and construction equipment
- Vocational truck and mobile HVAC systems
Applications should be confirmed by system layout, fitting size, original part number, service valve requirement, pressure relief location, and drier configuration rather than by equipment brand alone.
Important Fitment Note
Before ordering, confirm that your original drier uses the same #6 male O-ring fitting size, 10 in. body length, 2-3/4 in. diameter, top 1/4 in. service valve, side sight glass, and side pressure relief valve.
A receiver drier with a different port or pressure relief layout may not install or function correctly.
Need Help?
Not sure if 74R1826 is the correct receiver drier for your A/C system?
Contact BTRAC with your drier part number, fitting sizes, body dimensions, service valve location, sight glass location, pressure relief location, hose routing, and equipment model. Our team can help confirm fitment or find the right drier option.
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