The STP range of air-con service products, available from trusted parts suppliers across Ireland and distributed by J&S Automotive, has been expanded with the introduction an R-1234yf Advanced Auto Air-Con Recharge.

The addition means that garages and experienced enthusiasts can now safely and cost effectively top up a/c systems using the more recently introduced R-1234yf gas.

An a/c system will lose refrigerant every year so regular top-up and maintenance is required to ensure maximum cooling and prolong the a/c system life. STP R-1234yf Advanced Auto Air-Con Recharge Professional Formula Refrigerant + PAG Oil and UV Dye helps replace refrigerant and oil from an a/c system and contains UV dye to assist with detecting and locating leaks in metal and rubber components. It is simple to use, with the process taking around 10 minutes.

The new distinctive red bottled product joins the existing STP professional range which includes, STP Auto Freeze Air-Con Recharge, for R134a gas top ups, STP Air-Con Cleaner, STP Super Seal Stop Leak and testers and recharge guns.

The range provides a convenient and cost effective entry level route for workshops to tap into the a/c service market and can also play a role in workshops that already offer a professional a/c maintenance service. Studies show that in these more experienced workshops 8 out of 10 a/c top up jobs can be done quickly without the use of the machine. The STP range can thus provide a quick and easy way to complete these more simple jobs saying time and money.

The STP professional Air-Con range is available from motor factor stockist nationwide.