R290 is a natural refrigerant with very low GWP and is increasingly used in heat pumps.

Advantages

It has good thermodynamic properties and can support high water temperatures in appropriately designed systems.

Flammability

It is classified in category A3 and requires strict adherence to safety requirements.

Unit design

The equipment has a special design for limiting the quantity of refrigerant and safe operation.

Service

Procedures for other refrigerants must not be applied without the prescribed training and appropriate equipment.