Kryon R134a
Kryon® R134a is an HFC refrigerant widely used in air conditioning, residential and commercial refrigeration, and automotive systems. It offers thermodynamic performance similar to R-12, good energy efficiency, and broad application compatibility. It is available in both virgin and reclaimed versions, both of which comply with industry quality standards.
Description
Kryon® R134a is one of the most widely used refrigerants in the HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) sector, thanks to its reliability, versatility, and balanced performance profile. Classified as an HFC (hydrofluorocarbon), it was developed to replace older refrigerants with high environmental impact (such as R-12), offering an improved safety profile and zero ozone depletion potential.
Kryon® R134a is utilized in numerous applications, including:
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Automotive Air Conditioning: Used as the standard refrigerant in vehicle AC systems.
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Residential and Commercial Refrigeration: For domestic refrigerators, supermarket display cases, cold rooms, and other refrigeration plants.
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Commercial and Industrial Air Conditioning: In HVAC systems for medium-to-large buildings and facilities.
In terms of thermal performance, Kryon® R134a features characteristics very similar to R-12, with a slight reduction in capacity for low-temperature applications while maintaining stable and reliable performance across a wide range of operating conditions.
This refrigerant is typically used with specific lubricants such as PAG (polyalkylene glycols) or POE (polyol esters), which are necessary to ensure optimal lubrication of compressors and refrigeration circuit components.
The recycled/reclaimed version of Kryon® R134a complies with AHRI-700 standards (or equivalent), guaranteeing quality, purity, and performance identical to virgin product but with a more sustainable economic footprint—ideal for those seeking a balance between performance and cost-efficiency.
Finally, the product is supplied in T-PED refillable and returnable cylinders, featuring "empty-for-full" exchange services (e.g., HandyGas), simplifying logistics and refilling operations for professional workshops and warehouses.
Technical features
Kryon® R134a (virgin and reclaimed) is available in a wide range of packaging options to meet various refrigerant charging, maintenance, and installation needs:
Returnable Cylinders and Containers (T-PED)
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KryoBox 6.4 L / 5.0 kg Cylinder – 42 bar, 1/4" Handwheel Valve Compact format for quick service and small-quantity charges.
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KryoBox 12.5 L / 10 kg Cylinder – 48 bar, 1/4" Handwheel Valve Ideal for workshops, air conditioning, and residential or commercial refrigeration.
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KryoBox 12.5 L / 12 kg Cylinder – 48 bar, 1/4" Handwheel Valve Similar variant with a slightly higher gas weight.
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13 L / 12–13 kg Returnable Cylinder Standard format for large HVACR system charges.
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22 L / 22 kg Returnable Cylinder Increased capacity for frequent use or large-scale systems.
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40 L / 40 kg Returnable Cylinder Bulk solution for major charges and intensive professional use.
Smart / Aluminum Refillable Cylinders
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KryoSmart Alu 1.1 L / 0.9 kg Cylinder – 48 bar (1/4" SAE RH Valve) Handy aluminum format, ideal for plumbing/heating (termoidraulica) and small repairs.
Multi-Packs
- KryoSmart 6-Cylinder Packs Practical packaging for warehouses and retail points (available in various formats).
Compliance Note: All formats require F-Gas documentation for sale and management in accordance with current regulations.
