A refrigerant is a substance or mixture, usually in fluid form, used in a refrigeration cycle to transfer heat between the indoor and outdoor environments of a system. It undergoes phase changes from a gas to a liquid and back, enabling it to absorb and release heat efficiently.
Refrigerants should have a low boiling point to facilitate the absorption of heat during the evaporation phase.
Efficient refrigerants should absorb heat easily when evaporating and release heat effectively when condensing.
Refrigerants need to be chemically stable within the operating conditions of the refrigeration system to avoid breakdown or degradation.
Refrigerants should be non-toxic to ensure the safety of occupants and service personnel.
With increasing environmental concerns, modern refrigerants are designed to have minimal impact on the ozone layer (low Ozone Depletion Potential - ODP) and lower global warming potential (GWP).
"Mafron" is a brand associated with refrigerants used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems. It's essential to note that specific details about Mafron products, including their formulations and specifications, may change over time.
Chemours is a manufacturer of thermal management and specialized solutions including Opteon and Freon refrigerants.
Specialty refrigerant gases are commonly used for calibration and testing purposes, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of refrigeration equipment and instruments.