R 600a
Refrigerant Fluids | R 600a
The refrigerant R 600a (isobutane) is a colourless and odourless HC hydrocarbon that can be used as a substitute for R12, R22 and R134a in high and medium temperature applications. Considered as a natural refrigerant, it can be used both pure and mixed with other HFCs as a substitute for chlorofluorocarbons. It can be used both in new generation plants and in plants awaiting conversion.
ASHRAE designation and safety classification
R 600a - Isobutane
Safety group A3
Applications
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Refrigeration
- commercial
refrigerated counters, cold rooms, commercial display units, ice makers, refrigerated vending machines, refrigerated warehouses
- domestic
freezers and domestic refrigerators
Lubricants
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MO
mineral oil
It is recommended to make reference to the plant manufacturer guidelines.
Availability and use allowed according to the applicable regulations and eventual rights of third parts.