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The main components of an air conditioning system typically include:

1. **Evaporator Coil**: This coil is located inside the indoor unit (air handler) and is responsible for absorbing heat from the indoor air as it passes over the coils. The absorbed heat causes the refrigerant within the coils to evaporate.

2. **Condenser Coil**: This coil is located in the outdoor unit (condenser) and is responsible for releasing the heat absorbed by the evaporator coil to the outside air. As the refrigerant condenses, it releases heat energy, which is then expelled outside.

3. **Compressor**: The compressor is located in the outdoor unit and is responsible for circulating and pressurizing the refrigerant throughout the system. It compresses the low-pressure, low-temperature refrigerant vapor into a high-pressure, high-temperature gas.

4. **Expansion Valve or Metering Device**: This device regulates the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator coil, controlling the rate at which the refrigerant evaporates and absorbs heat from the indoor air. It helps maintain the proper temperature and pressure levels within the system.

5. **Refrigerant**: Refrigerant is the substance used to transfer heat within the air conditioning system. It undergoes phase changes from a low-pressure gas to a high-pressure liquid and back again as it absorbs and releases heat.

6. **Air Handler**: The air handler is the indoor unit of the air conditioning system responsible for circulating and distributing conditioned air throughout the building. It contains the evaporator coil, blower motor, and other components necessary for cooling and air circulation.

7. **Blower Motor**: The blower motor is part of the air handler and is responsible for moving air over the evaporator coil and through the ductwork to distribute cooled air throughout the building.

8. **Ductwork**: Ductwork is a system of channels or passages used to distribute cooled air from the air handler to various rooms or zones within a building. Properly sized and insulated ductwork is essential for efficient and effective cooling.

9. **Thermostat**: The thermostat is a control device that allows users to set and adjust the desired temperature within the building. It communicates with the air conditioning system to turn it on or off as needed to maintain the desired temperature.

These components work together to remove heat from indoor air and transfer it outside, providing cooling comfort to the occupants of a building. Proper installation, maintenance, and operation of these components are essential for optimal performance and efficiency of the air conditioning system.