HFC Refrigerants
HFC refrigerants (hydrofluorocarbons) is the third generation of fluorinated refrigerants. Recognized as Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP) and Global Warming Potential (GWP), they represent a greener alternative to CFC and HCFC. Refrigerants in this group are applicable to refrigeration plants and air conditioning units designed specifically for their use. In addition, they can serve as drop-in replacements for older CFCs and HCFCs. Freons or hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) are the most widespread refrigerant gases in the market today. They have replaced chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), which damage the ozone layer.
The HFC includes the following refrigerants:
R23 | R32 | R134a | R404A | R407A |
R407C | R407F | R410A | R417A | R422A |
R422D | R423A | R424A | R427A | R428A |
R434A | R437A | R438A | R442A | R449A |
R507A | R508B | R1234yf |