HFC-236fa Properties

Description

HFC-236fa is a single-component refrigerant. It has been specified by the U.S. Navy as a replacement for R-114 in centrifugal chillers. HFC-236fa does not contain chlorine or bromine;therefore, it has an ozone-depletion potential (ODP) of zero. HFC-236fa’s uses are as a fire extinguishant and explosion suppression agent. It also can be used as a pure refrigerant for low-pressure chillers. HFC-236fa is nonflammable, has low toxicity, and is nonozone depleting.