Mexref R‑134a

Description

Mexref R‑134a offers decades of trusted service in mobile air conditioning, chillers, and refrigeration. With ODP = 0 and favorable thermodynamic properties, it’s a reliable R‑12 replacement.

Key Features:

• Non-ozone depleting (ODP = 0)

• ASHRAE A1: non-toxic, non-flammable

• Broad temperature-range performance

• Compatible with POE/PAG oils

Specifications:

• Purity: ≥ 99.9%

• Boiling point: –26.1 °C

• GWP (100‑yr): ~1430

• ODP: 0

• Typical packaging: 13 kg, 50 kg, ISO tanks

Applications:

• Automotive A/C (MAC), commercial/industrial chillers

• Residential and light commercial refrigeration

• Mobile air-conditioning retrofit

Usage:

• Use with POE or PAG oils

• Follow proper retrofit procedures when replacing R‑12

• Use leak detection and recovery protocols per standards

FAQs:

1. Is R‑134a being phased out?
   Yes, in automotive uses, it’s gradually replaced by ultra-low GWP alternatives like R‑1234yf.

2. Can I retrofit R‑12 with R‑134a directly?
   Yes—with system flush, oil change, and minor modifications. Not a direct drop-in.

3. Is R‑134a safe indoors?
   Yes—it’s non-flammable and non-toxic, making it widely used in residential and commercial systems.