REFRIGERANTS

R404a

R-404A is a blended hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerant comprised of R-125, R-134a, and R-143a. It was designed to replace R-502 and R-22 used in commercial refrigerator equipment for low and medium temperature ranges. Its properties make it ideal for use in display cases, refrigerated vehicles, ice makers, and other applications.

Information

ASHRAE Number

  •  R-404a

Refrigerant Class

  •  HFC

Refrigerant Type

  •  Blend

Linear Formula

  • CF3CHF2, CF3CH3, CH2FCF3

Chemical Name

  • Pentafluoroethane Trifluoroethane Tetrafluoroethane

Substitutes

  • R-22, R502

Applications

  • Commercial Refrigeration