Forane® 449A (R-449A)
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Forane® 449A is a low GWP replacement for R-404A.
CAS# 75-10-5 (HFC-32) / 354-33-6 (HFC-125) / 754-12-1 (HFO-1234yf) / 811-97-2 (HFC-134a)
Product overview
Forane® 449A (R-449A) is lower global warming potential (GWP), A1 (nonflammable) hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant blend designed to replace R-404A, R-507A, R-22, and R-407 series.
Geographic availability
- Asia Pacific
- Australia
- Europe
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- Northern America
Blend: Difluoromethane (HFC-32) / Pentafluoroethane (HFC-125)/ 2,3,3,3 Tetrafluoropropene (HFO-1234yf) / 1,1,1,2 Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a)
Common name : Forane® R-449A (R-449A)
Where can Forane® 449A (R-449A) be used?
Forane® 449A was designed for low and temperature refrigeration applications including:
- Condensing units
- Cold storage
- Chillers
- Ice rinks
What are the benefits of Forane® 449A (R-449A)?
Forane® 449A is ideal for retrofit and new equipment use.
Benefits over legacy refrigerants include:
- Improved performance
- Reduced GWP
- Similar capacity
What are the basic properties of Forane® 449A (R-449A)?
Safety |
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| ASHRAE Standard 34 classification | A1 |
| Global Warming Potential (AR4) | 1397 |
| Ozone Depletion Potential | 0 |
Thermodynamics |
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| Normal boiling temperature (°C) | -45.7˚C |
| Critical temperature (°C) | 82.1˚C |
| Critical pressure (bar abs) | 45.0 |
| Saturated liquid density at 40°C (kg/m3) | 1025.0 |
| Saturated vapor density at -18°C (kg/m3) | 11.9 |