Heat Pumps Today

09 CMYK / .ai CMYK / .ai CMYK / .ai www.acrjournal.uk/heat-pumps A D V E R T O R I A L system demands that equipment designers and manufacturers optimise the performance of both the components and the whole system, considering all the factors that can improve the entire system's performance. Modern Heat Pumps can leverage the thermodynamic properties of an e cient refrigerant to optimise the single-core components and the way they work as a system. Low-GWP refrigerants such as Opteon™ XL41 and Opteon™ XL20 can enhance both system performance and e ciency. They are incredibly versatile, allowing an excellent performance in a wide range of applications. Optimized Heat Pump systems using Opteon™ XL refrigerants allow broader temperature operating ranges guaranteeing higher sanitary water temperatures plus increased e ciency and the Heat Pump operating envelope. Cost benefits These refrigerants open up new possibilities in developing sustainable and cost-e ective Heat Pump systems from a Heat Pump manufacturer's perspective. Opteon™ XL41 (R-454B) is a low-GWP alternative to R410A with comparable performance, which minimises the need and the associated cost of a significant redesign of R410A based designs. Opteon™ XL20 (R-454C) is a very low GWP solution (GWP<150), adopted by major HP manufacturers for its versatility and long-term sustainability. When associated with a component optimisation (Heat exchangers, Expansion valve, controller) in new Heat Pump developments, Opteon™ XL20 allows superior system performance in a wide range of applications. An additional essential benefit of the Opteon™ XL refrigerant range is that it’s easy and safe to handle, store and install, contributing to lower overall handling costs. Particularly when compared to A3 refrigerant alternatives, Opteon™ XL refrigerants also allow a broader range of possibilities for indoor applications, where constrained installation surface area could be a limitation. For Heat Pump equipment manufacturers committed to the environment, Opteon™ XL refrigerants represent a solution with minimised environmental impact and energy use while improving performance, safety, and longevity. Download our infographic mapping the key benefits of using HFOs in Heat Pump systems: https://pages.chemours.com/ hfos-heat-pumps-emea HFOs* & Heat Pumps: AWinning Solution for a Sustainable Future The benefits of Opteon™ XL refrigerants Contact our team to learn more Mark Hughes, Business Development Manager: mark.hughes@chemours.com The information provided herein is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted nor is it intended to be used without independent verification. Because it is provided gratis, the reader assumes sole responsibility for any results obtained in reliance on this information. Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such use is free of patent infringement, and are not recommendations to infringe any patent. The user should not assume that all safety measures are indicated, or that other measures may not be required. A suitable risk assessment should always be carried out. Opteon™ and the Opteon Logo are the trademarks or registered trademarks of The Chemours Company. © 2021 The Chemours Comp any HFO: hydrofluoroolefin DWH: domestic water heater SCOP: seasonal coefficient of performance GWP: global warming potential Sustainable Long term low-GWP solutions Low flammability Safety of installation, operation and maintenance Good technical fit with a wide range of applications Increased system performance – high SCOP* Extended operating temperature range Higher DWH* temperature performance (up to 75 ℃ ) With the EU drive towards decarbonisation in domestic heating and cooling systems, Heat Pu p solutions-based on Low–GWP* refrigerant like Opteon™ XL–are becoming a standard for new buildings and energy efficie cy renovations. Safety Performance and Efficiency Versatile