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R290

R290

Available in

9 kg
R290 (Propane) is refrigerant grade propane, used as an alternative to R22 and R502 in low, medium and high-temperature refrigeration and air-conditioning applications.
Product Information
  • R290 (Propane) is a hydrocarbon and although highly flammable it is an efficient refrigerant that has a lower Global Warming Potential (GWP)

  • Available from A‑Gas wholesale partners - find your local distributor for further details

  • A‑Gas product cylinders are fitted with a Residual Pressure Device (RPD) to ensure used refrigerant or any other substance cannot be reintroduced into a cylinder

  • R290 (Propane) 9kg A-Gas cylinders are fitted with a left-handed thread CGA 670 outlet – a suitable adaptor may be required

  • Store cylinders in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight

  • A‑Gas operates a returnable cylinder fleet - empty cylinders are to be returned to an A‑Gas wholesale partner

  • For alternative or larger package sizes please contact A-Gas on 1800 002 427 or via the Contact Us form

Applications
Commercial Refrigeration
Domestic Air-Conditioning
Commercial Air-Conditioning
Industrial Air-Conditioning
Other (Heat pumps, water heaters)
Product Features & Benefits
  • Refrigerant can be charged from either the liquid and vapour phase

  • A‑Gas refrigerant cylinders have dual port valves, making liquid offtake easier

  • Flammable and non-toxic with a safety classification of A3

  • Compressors can be charged with a variety of oils - contact the compressor manufacturer for more information

  • Lower GWP of 3

  • Excellent thermodynamic properties leading to high energy efficiency

  • Low charges allow for smaller heat exchanges and piping dimensions

  • Due to its flammable nature R290 (Propane) requires different charging and recovery procedures

The information contained within this website is for guidance only - for further system-specific advice please contact us directly.

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