Common Applications
Commercial Refrigeration | Industrial Refrigeration |
Temperature Range
Retrofit Information
Replacement for: | R502 |
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Retrofit gas or design for new equipment? | R408A is suitable as a "drop-in" retrofit gas for R502. |
Other alternatives / replacements: | R422A, R428A, R438A |
Compatible lubricants: | MO, AB, POE |
Environmental Impact
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) | 0.024 |
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Ozone Depletion Potential (Rating) | |
Global Warming Potential (GWP) | 3152 |
Global Warming Potential (Rating) | |
HCFCs contribute both to ozone depletion and global warming. The use of HCFCs, including R408A, is being phased out according to the schedule set out in the Montreal Protocol therefore we recommend that you consider alternative solutions. |
Safety Information
ASHRAE Safety Group (2013) | A1 |
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ASHRAE Flammability | No |
ASHRAE Toxicity | No |
Supply Modes & Package Specifications
We supply this refrigerant gas in a range of package sizes to suit a wide range of applications. Typically this will include both cylinders and drum tanks.
Product code | Contents (kg) | CO2e (kg) | Valve type |
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Please contact your local Linde sales office for details. |
Further Information
Forane ® is a registered trademark of Arkema.