Comparing refrigerants in cold room units
What to check about the refrigerant in a monoblock or split unit, and why the gas alone does not determine room capacity.
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The refrigerant belongs to a designed system
The refrigerant works with a compressor, heat exchangers, expansion devices and controls selected for the assembly. Its name alone does not describe the cold room volume that equipment can serve.
Compare the complete model reference. Equipment using different refrigerants can have different applications, mounting arrangements and performance despite a similar appearance.
Do not assume refrigerants are interchangeable
A refrigerant change can affect pressures, materials, lubrication, controls and safety conditions. A commercial equivalence table is not enough to determine whether a substitution is suitable.
Any proposed change requires the appropriate technical assessment and equipment documentation. This catalogue does not recommend conversions or replace manufacturer instructions.
Read the specification for the actual version
A product family can contain different configurations. Check the refrigerant stated for the reference and the installation and service requirements associated with that assembly.
If it is not among the verified specifications shown here, consult the model documentation at the source. Do not copy a refrigerant value from a neighbouring reference.
Put the selection criteria in order
Start with application, temperature, heat load and location. Then compare published volume, electrical supply and the specifications of units that fit the project.
The purchase link goes to the exact HVAC Spare Parts product. Use it to confirm the configuration and options before completing the order.
Manufacturer documentation: INTARCON intarblock R290 · INTARCON intartop R290
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