Opteon XP40 (R-449A)
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Opteon™ XP40
Opteon ™ XP40 (R-449A)
- Replaces R-404A / R-507, R-407A / F and R-22
Opteon ™ XP40 (R-449A) has zero ozone depletion potential, low global warming potential (GWP), is based on hydrofluorolefin (HFO), ideal for replacement of R-404A / R-507, R fluids -407A / F, and R-22, for both new equipment and Retrofit in existing equipment. Opteon ™ XP40 has a GWP of 1,282, that is, it has a GWP 65% lower compared to R-404A / R-507.
ASHRAE Classification : R-449A
Applications
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Commercial Refrigeration
- Commercial and industrial refrigeration for low and medium temperatures;
- Food services (ex: Condensing units);
- Refrigerated storage;
- Refrigeration chambers, preparation rooms, etc.
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Chillers
- Direct expansion;
- New equipment and retrofit of existing equipment
Benefits
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Low GWP: 65% reduction compared to R-404A / R-507 *
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8-12% more energy efficiency than R-404A / R-507
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Safe and non-flammable **
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Approved by major component / equipment manufacturers
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Alternative for R-407 in low and medium temperatures
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Compatible with existing equipment and lubricants
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Efficiency beyond CO2
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Tested extensively by industry with equipment / lubricants / changes in sealing ***
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May be completed after leak
* Assessment Report 5 (AR5)
** ASHRAE A1 Safety Rating
*** Overheating settings may be required
Properties
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Opteon ™ XP40 |
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ASHRAE Classification |
R-449A |
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Composition |
R-32 / R-125 / R-1234yf / R-134a |
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Weight in% |
24.3 / 24.7 / 25.3 / 25.7 |
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Molecular weight |
87.2 lb / lb soft (108.4 g / mole) |
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Boiling point at 1 atm (101.3 kPa) |
-46.0 ° C (-50.7 ° F) |
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Critical Pressure |
655.0 psia (4447 kPa [abs]) |
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Critical Temperature |
81.5 ° C (178.7 ° F) |
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Liquid Density at 70ºF (21.1ºC) |
1113.3 kg / m 3 (69.5 ib / ft3 ) |
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Degradation Potential of the Ozone Layer (CFC-11 = 1.0) |
0 |
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Global Warming Potential AR5 (CO 2= 1.0) |
1282 |
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ASHRAE Security Classification |
TO 1 |
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Glide Temperature |
~ 4 K (~7 ° R) |