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CARE 50

CARE 50 is a performance-optimised blend of R290 and R170, propane and ethane. 

When switching from R22, R502, R407C, and R404A impressive energy savings are produced with only minimal system change.


Features and benefits

  • operates at similar pressures to R22 and R407C
  • similar volumetric refrigerating effect to R22 and R407C
  • can be used in a R22 or R407C compressor or a specific CARE® 50 compressor
  • can be used with R22 or R407C heat exchangers and expansion devices
  • compatible with most common refrigeration materials and lubricants

Application and use

For use in commercial and industrial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems where R22 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 50 (ethane 6%, propane 94%)
Product code Cylinder contents Valve outlet (1)
149301-3KG 3 kg 1 ¼” ACME
149301-12KG 12 kg 1 ¼” ACME
149301-46KG 46 kg 1 ¼” ACME

(1)  CARE valve adapters required - part 849351A

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