Forane® 513A (R-513A)
Forane® 513A (R-513A) is a lower global warming potential (GWP), azeotropic, A1 (non-flammable), hydrofluoroolefin/hydrofluorocarbon (HFO/HFC) refrigerant blend with properties very closely matching R-134a. It can be used in industrial and commercial comfort cooling and refrigeration applications.
- Asia Pacific
- Australia
- Europe
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- Northern America
Chemical name / blend: 2,3,3,3 Tetrafluoropropene (HFO-1234yf) / 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a)
Common name : Forane® R-513A
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Where can Forane® 513A (R-513A) be used?
Forane® 513A can be used in:
- Medium temperature commercial and industrial refrigeration
- Chillers, air conditioning and heat pumps
- Ice rinks
What are the benefits of Forane® 513A (R-513A)?
Forane® 513A offers similar efficiency and performance to R-134a.
Other benefits include:
- Low GWP of 631, 50% reduction compared to 134a
- Zero ozone depletion
- Compatibility with oils used with R-134a
- Drop-in replacement/retrofit, great for new units
- Zero glide
- A1 (non-flammable)
R-513A is compatible with materials of construction and oils normally used with R-134a.
What are the basic properties of Forane® 513A (R-513A)?
Safety |
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| ASHRAE Standard 34 classification | A1 |
| Global Warming Potential (AR4) | 631 |
| Ozone Depletion Potential | 0 |
Thermodynamics |
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| Normal boiling temperature (°C) | -29.2˚C |
| Critical temperature (°C) | 94.9˚C |
| Critical pressure (bar abs) | 36.5 bar |
| Saturated liquid density at 40°C (kg/m3) | 1073.7 |
| Saturated vapor density at -18°C (kg/m3) | 9.0 |