Summary
R1234yf (SolsticeTM yf) is a HFO used as a replacement for R134a in automotive air conditioning. R1234yf (SolsticeTM yf) has a Global Warming Potential (GWP) under the limit set by the EU’s Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) Directive and is the next generation refrigerant for automotive air conditioning.
Product Features & Benefits
- Mildly flammable and non-toxic with a safety classification of A2L
- Compressors must be charged with modified polyolester oils, contact the compressor manufacturer for more information
- Similar cooling capacity to R134a
- Air conditioning systems operating with R1234yf (SolsticeTM yf) are typically more energy efficient than competing technologies and reduce the overall carbon footprint
- Low GWP of 4: 97% lower than the EU’s Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) Directive requirement of less than 150 and 99.7% lower than R134a
- Offers comparable performance to R134a in all climates
- The pressure and temperature characteristics are similar to R134a
- Must be used with suitable R1234yf (SolsticeTM yf) accessories
