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HFC
- R417A
A blend of R-125, R-134a and R-600 (butane),
intended for retrofitting R-22 air conditioning and refrigeration
systems. Runs slightly lower suction pressure and lower discharge
pressure than R-22. There will also be a drop in discharge temperature
compared to R-22. Lower pressures can affect valve operation or
selection of orifice tube. The blend will produce lower capacity
than R-22, especially at lower suction temperatures. Addition of
hydrocarbon to the blend improves oil return with mineral oil and
alkylbenzene oil, however the lubricant may still separate from
the refrigerant. In some applications polyol ester (POE) lubricants
may be needed.
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