Opteon™ XP40 (R-449A) is a non-ozone depleting low global warming potential (GWP), hydrofluoro-olefin (HFO)-based refrigerant with an optimal balance of properties to replace R-404A/R-507, R-22, or R-407 series refrigerants in a positive displacement, direct expansion, low- and medium-temperature commercial and industrial applications.
- New equipment/retrofit of existing systems
- Supermarkets
- Centralized rack systems
- Distributed systems
- Walk-in coolers/freezers, prep rooms, etc.
- Food service (e.g., condensing units)
- Cold storage
- Self-contained systems
Opteon™ XP40 is suitable for new installations, as well as for the retrofit of existing systems, offering improved energy efficiency and environmental properties. Low GWP: 67% reduction compared to R-404A/R-507. Up to 12% lower energy consumption compared to R-404A/R-507. Safe and nonflammable. Approved by major equipment and component manufacturers. Can be topped off after leaks. Extensively field tested and proven.
Normal boiling point: −45,7 °C
Pressure: 4499,7 kPa
Temperature: 82,1 °C
Liquid density: 1114,1 kg/m³
Molecular weight: 87,2 g/mol
