Destructive Pipe Testing for VRF Systems: Why It Matters
Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems have become a popular HVAC solution for commercial and institutional buildings due to their efficiency, flexibility, and zone-level control. However, because these systems rely on hundreds — sometimes thousands — of brazed copper refrigerant connections, installation quality is critical. Destructive pipe testing for VRF systems provides a proactive way to verify brazing quality, identify hidden internal defects, and prevent failures that traditional pressure testing alone cannot detect.









