Forane® 134a refrigerant
Forane® 134a (R-134a) is a non-ozone depleting HFC with properties very similar to R-12. It can be used both as a pure refrigerant and as a component in refrigerant blends. R-134a is used in applications, including automotive air conditioning, chillers, medium temperature commercial refrigeration, refrigeration appliances, dehumidifier, and transport refrigeration.
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RSES Conference and HVACR Technology Expo
to 10/04/2019
RSES is looking forward to co-locating its 2018 Annual Conference with The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) CONNECT 2018 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. Stop by our booth to learn more about Arkema and our Forane® refrigerants, including our R-22 retrofit - Forane® 427A (R427A) - The EASY RETROFIT™.
HARDI Annual Conference
to 12/10/2019
The HARDI Annual Conference is designed to educate HVACR distribution professionals and enhance the profitability of their business. The 2019 HARDI Annual Conference will offer a wealth of opportunities to meet and learn from fellow experts in the industry. Visit Arkema Inc. to learn more about Forane® refrigerants.
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Properties
- Average molecular weight (g/mol) : 102.0
- Normal boiling point (°F) : -14.9
- Normal boiling point (°C) : -26.1
- Critical temperature (°F) : 213.9
- Critical temperature (°C) : 101.1
- ASHRAE safety group classification : A1
- Ozone depletion potential (ODP) : 0
- Global warming potential (GWP) AR5 : 1,300
Geographic availability
Markets
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Air conditioning and refrigeration
- Air conditioning
- Refrigeration
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Automotive and transportation
- Automotive
- Transportation
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Building and construction
- Foam
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Consumer goods
- Aerosols
- Appliance foam
Applications
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Aerosol products
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Automotive
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Extruded polystyrene (XPS) foam
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Freezers
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Phenolic foam
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Polyurethane foam systems
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Refrigerators
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Vending machines
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Wine coolers