R717 (Ammonia)

Ammonia is widely accepted as the most efficient and environmentally friendly refrigerant with zero GWP.

R717 has been used as a refrigerant for over 100 years due to the excellent thermodynamic properties and efficiency.

Characteristics

• Suitable replacement for R22, R134a, R404A and R744 applications in system designed to handle ammonia
• R717 is suitable for new systems specifically designed to meet the standards of ammonia
• R717 is not suitable for retrofit for any system containing copper
• Low environmental impact
• Risk minimisation steps must be taken when using R717

Available Sizes

0717034                  34kg Cylinder

0717056                 56kg Cylinder

Safety and materials handling

Safety Class        R717 is highly toxic, colourless and has a strong overpowering odour. Leak testing is done using a sulphur stick or soap solution

For safety, handling and storage guidelines please refer to the MSDS (available on Chemwatch)