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CARE 40 (R290)

CARE 40 (R290 propane) is a high-purity, single ingredient refrigerant for many types of air conditioning and refrigeration.


Features and benefits

  • operates at slightly lower pressures than R502 and R404A
  • similar volumetric refrigerating effect to R502 and R404A
  • can be used in a R502, R22 or R404A compressor or a specific CARE 40 compressor
  • can be used with R502, R22 or R404A heat exchangers and expansion devices
  • compatible with most common refrigeration materials and lubricants

Application and use

Ideal for use in commercial air-conditioning and commercial and industrial refrigeration systems where R502 has traditionally been used.

This gas is available in a variety of cylinder sizes and drums. Our most popular sizes are shown in the table below.

CARE 40 (R290 - propane)
Product code Cylinder contents Valve outlet (1)
149299-3KG 3 kg 1 ¼” ACME
149299-12KG 12 kg 1 ¼” ACME
149299-46KG 46 kg 1 ¼” ACME

(1)  CARE valve adapters required - part 849351A

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