R134a gas is commonly used in various cooling and air-conditioning applications. It was originally developed to replace R12 in car A/C systems. It has also been used to replace the refrigerants R12 and R500 in chillers. It is also used in medium-temperature systems in residential buildings and commercial settings.
R134a gas is suitable for
medium- and high-temperature cooling
air conditioning in residential buildings
light air conditioning
vehicle air conditioning and industrial applications, such as centrifugal chillers.
R134a is also a common component of many HFC refrigerant blends and is also used in applications requiring a propellant.
R134a gas applications and use
In water and liquid cooling solutions and in heat pumps, the refrigerants may be used in accordance with the F-gas Regulation until 1 January 2030. In commercial and professional refrigeration equipment, use is permitted on the primary side of cascade systems. – Capacity above 40 kW from 2022.
Refrigerated / frozen transport: use permitted under the F-gas Regulation until 1 January 2030.
Alternative refrigerants to R134a gas
Replacement / alternative refrigerants: R1234yf, R1234ze, R450, R513A, R1234ze
