Is HFO-1234yf the same as R-1234yf?
If you’re wondering what the difference is between the HFO-1234yf and R-1234yf, they are the same product; we sell the the Honeywell HFO-1234yf as either 10 or 25 lb cylinders, and R-1234yf as 8 ounce cans. Here is a list of 2018 Manufacturers and Models using HFO-1234yf: Acura – 0.00% (none currently)
What is HFO-1234yf compatible with?
HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) has a global warming impact value of 1 versus 1300 for R-134a. While R-1234yf oils are backwards compatible with R-134a systems, R-134a PAG oils are not compatible with R-1234yf systems. Four Seasons TEMP Select now offers a PAG oil that is 100% compatible with HFO-1234yf refrigerant.
What is refrigerant HFO-1234yf?
hydrofluoro-olefin refrigerant
Honeywell Refrigerant HFO-1234yf is a hydrofluoro-olefin refrigerant. HFO-1234yf is a refrigerant that has a different chemical composition than traditional refrigerants used in automotive air conditioning. It is considered a hydrofluoro-olefin refrigerant.
Can I use 134a in a 1234yf system?
yes R1234yf Freon gas can be replaced by R134a; the newer systems were designed with this in mind so no, there will be no damage to the compressor but some time in the future doing so may become illegal. >>
Why is 1234yf so expensive?
The problem we now have though is the price of 1234yf. Originally, we heard from the manufacturers that the price was so high due to development time and lack of resources to manufacture the product. But now, years have passed and fully functioning manufacturing plants have been opened.
Is HFO-1234yf an A3?
HFO-1234yf is a Category 1 Flammable Gas. Refrigerants are classified by ASHRAE as A1 (nonflammable), A2L (mildly flammable), B2L (toxic, mildly flammable), and A3 (flammable).
What kind of oil does a 1234yf take?
The 2016 Pilot, Civic, and Fit EV are using R-1234yf. As new models are redesigned or introduced, they will have R-1234yf with POE oil. The POE oil that is required for this system on Honda vehicles is not the same oil that is required for hybrids.
How much does 1234yf freon cost?
The national average price of an R134A recharge in 2018 was around $200-$300 with the cost of the previous standard R134A refrigerant at $30 per pound. However, the average current market price of the R1234yf refrigerant is $120 per pound. This drives the cost up.
Will R-1234yf be phased out?
Under an Environmental Protection Agency mandate, R-134a will be phased out and R-1234yf refrigerant must be in all new cars by 2021.
What happens when HFO is replaced with R-1234yf?
“Replacement of HFC‐134a with the short‐lived hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) HFO‐1234yf as the coolant in mobile air conditioners will lead to an increase in TFA deposition. The yield of TFA from HFC‐134a is <0.2, while the yield from HFO‐1234yf is 1.
Is the HFO R-1234yf toxic to humans?
The premise of these articles was that the very popular HFO R-1234yf was toxic. Now, if true, this is a huge deal. There was already a significant battle in the European Union when R-1234yf was first being rolled out about the flammability risk and now… we may have a potential toxicity risk as well? Let me back up for a moment here folks.
Which is worse HFCS or HFOs in refrigerant?
As you can see from the above quote these Trifluoroacetic acids are found in all of the man made refrigerants such as HCFCs, HFCs, and HFOs. The difference though is the amount that is found in each classification of refrigerant. You see folks, it turns out that HFOs are significantly worse when it comes to TFAs.
What are the problems with R-1234yf refrigerant?
The problem with 1234yf is that it is flammable. This flammability rating caused a lot of hesitation from automotive manufacturers. In fact one of them, Daimler, fought the change tooth and nail. Eventually, they came up with their own automotive air conditioning system using R-744 Carbon Dioxide.