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Refrigerant R134a
PCA 1430 · Group A1
R134a is a widely used HFC in air conditioning and refrigeration. While it offers solid performance, its high GWP requires transition planning toward lower-impact alternatives.
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Properties
- Formula
- C2H2F4 (1,1,1,2 – Tetrafluoroethane)
- UN No.
- UN3159
- Flammability
- No
- Toxicity
- No
Uses and applications
- Automotive air conditioning (existing fleets)
- Light commercial refrigeration
- Selected industrial equipment
Advantages
- Thermal and chemical stability
- Compatibility with POE oils
- Wide availability
Considerations / regulations
- High GWP – plan transition
- Subject to F-Gas quota
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