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New chemical alternative for ozone-depleting substances: HFC-236ea. Final report, November 1996-March 1997

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:600816

The report gives results of a preliminary evaluation of a new hydrofluoro-carbon (HFC-236ea or 1,1,1,2,3,3-hexafluoropropane) as a possible alternative for chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)-114 (1,2-dichloro-1, 1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane) refrigerant in chillers and high-temperature industrial heat pumps. Evaluation tests included an examination of the flammability, stability, thermophysical properties, lubricant/refrigerant characteristics, materials compatibility, inhalation toxicity, and refrigeration performance. HFC-236ea was found to be an excellent alternative for CFC-114 refrigerant.

Research Organization:
Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC (United States). Air Prevention and Control Div.
OSTI ID:
600816
Report Number(s):
PB--98-127384/XAB; EPA--600/R-97/117
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English