R438A-25 – REFRIGERANT (25LB)
$399.87
R-438A (Freon™ MO99) is a 25-pound refrigerant cylinder designed as a direct drop-in replacement for R-22 in air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Compatible with existing lubricants, it simplifies retrofitting without requiring an oil change, offering similar operating pressures and capacities to R-22. Ideal for residential and commercial HVAC applications.
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Description
R-438A, also known as Freon™ MO99, is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerant blend designed as a direct replacement for R-22 in existing air conditioning and refrigeration systems. This 25-pound cylinder offers a convenient solution for retrofitting without the need for an oil change, as it is compatible with traditional mineral oil, alkylbenzene, and polyolester lubricants. R-438A closely matches the operating pressures and capacities of R-22, facilitating a seamless transition with minimal system modifications.
- Compatibility:
- Suitable for residential and commercial air conditioning systems, including rooftop units, indoor packaged units, direct expansion chillers, and split systems
- Applicable in low- and medium-temperature refrigeration systems, such as self-contained units, rack systems, and condensing units
- Key Technical Specifications:
- Composition: Blend of HFC-125, HFC-134a, HFC-32, HFC-227ea, and HFC-236fa
- Cylinder Size: 25 pounds
- Operating Pressures: Similar to R-22, facilitating system compatibility
- Global Warming Potential (GWP): Approximately 1,800
- Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP): 0
- Replacement Part Numbers:
- Chemours™ Freon™ MO99
- DuPont™ ISCEON® MO99
- R-438A
- Additional Information:
- No oil change required; compatible with existing lubricants
- Reduces discharge temperatures, potentially extending compressor life
- Facilitates easy retrofitting: recover R-22, replace critical seals, charge with R-438A, and monitor for leaks
- EPA SNAP-approved for use in new and existing equipment
