Frogen R-22

Frogen® R-22

Frogen® R-22 is an HCFC refrigerant that operates with high pressure but low compressor displacement. Frogen® R-22 is popular in residential, commercial and industrial applications. Frogen® R-22 is also used as an intermediate to produce fluoropolymers and as a blowing agent in rigid foam applications.

General Information

Ashrea #

R-22

Class

HCFC

Refrigerant Type

Pure fluid

Lubrication

Mineral oil

Charging Notes

The system must be evacuated before charging

Usage Notes

Use of R-22 is being phased out globally- consider the use of Frogen® R407C, Frogen® R422D, or Frogen® R507. Nonflammable at ambient temperature and pressure, ether-like smell. Always use in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Physical Properties

ASHRAE Safety Group

A1

Occupational Exposure Limits (8 hr. time/wt. Avg.) (ppm)

1,008

Chemical Name

Chlorodifluoromethane

Chemical Formula

CHCLF2

Physical State

Gas

Form

Liquified Gas

Odor

Slight

Color

Colourless

pH

Neutral

Water Solubility (g/l)

3

Average Molecular Weight (g/mol)

86.5

Melting Point (°C)

-60

Normal Boiling Point (NBP) (°C)

-41.5

Critical Temperature (°C)

205.06

Critical Pressure (psia)

723.74

Vapor Pressure

9,384 hPa at 21.1 °C

Vapor Density (Air = 1.0)

3

Density

1.21 g/cm3 at 21.1°C

Density of Saturated Liquid @ 25°C (lb/ft³)

73.1

Specific Heat of Saturated Vapour @ NPB (BTU/lb °C)

0.31

Specific Heat of Saturated Liquid @ 25°C (BTU/lb °C)

0.13

Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) (CFC 11 = 1.0)

0.055

Global Warming Potential (GWP)

1700

Usage and Safety Information

Handling Precautions

Keep away from sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Protect cylinders from damage. Do not drag, slide, roll or drop cylinders. Slowly open valve. Close cylinder valve after each use and keep closed even when cylinder is empty. Never apply heat or flame to any part of cylinder. Avoid inhalation of high concentration of vapours. Avoid contact between liquid and skin and eyes.

Storage Precautions

Store and use with adequate ventilation. Keep in a cool place away from fire risk, direct sunlight and all sources of heat. Avoid storing near intake of air conditioning units, boiler units and open drains. Store cylinders below 45 °C.

Applications

Room Air Conditioners

Commercial & Industrial Use

Production of Fluoropolymers

Blowing Agents in Rigid Form

Packing

Disposable Cylinders (Per Cylinder)

13.6

Ton Tanks (Per Drum or Torpedo)

1,000

ISO Tankers (ISO Tank Container, Kg)

20,000