R600a

A flammable refrigerant gas with very low GWP for R134a (HFC) replacement in Refrigerator and Refrigeration systems, substitution of this refrigerant for motor vehicle air conditioning systems not originally designed for R600a is widely prohibited or discouraged.

Synonyms
Isobutane, I-butane, 2-methylpropane, methylpropane
Chemical Formula
C4H10
CAS Number
75-28-5

Characteristics

Melting Point
−159.42 °C
Boiling Point
−11.7 °C
Density
2.51 kg/m3 (at 15 °C, 100 kPa)
Forms
Liquified gas, Flammable

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Refrigerating and air-conditioning systems