Fluoroethane
R161 (fluoroethane) has a boiling point of -37.1℃ and a GWP of only about 12. It is a very-low-GWP fluid often blended with R32/R290 into low-charge eco-friendly mixtures for domestic refrigeration.
| Chemical Name | Fluoroethane |
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| Molecular Formula | CH₃CH₂F |
| Molecular Weight | 48.06 |
| Boiling Point (101.3 kPa) | -37.1 ℃ |
| Critical Temperature | about 102.2 ℃ |
| Critical Pressure | about 5.08 MPa |
| ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential) | 0 |
| GWP (Global Warming Potential) | 12 |
| ASHRAE Safety Class | A3 (Flammable) |
| Vapor Density (air = 1) | 1.659 |
| Liquid Density (20/4℃) | 0.7215 |
| Critical Density (g/cm³) | 0.3020 |
| Acentric Factor | 0.2162 |
| Triple Point Temperature (°C) | -143.150 |
| Appearance | Colorless, transparent, free of turbidity |
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| Purity | ≥ 99.9 % |
| Moisture | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Acidity (as HCl) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Evaporation Residue | ≤ 0.01 % |
| Executing Standard | Compliant with national and industry standards |
| 5 / 10 kg | Disposable steel cylinder |
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| 40 kg | Refillable steel cylinder |
R161 is an A3 flammable fluid. Blending and application must follow flammable-refrigerant codes with explosion protection and ventilation, operated by professionals. Critical parameters of blends are subject to manufacturer data.
| Storage & Transportation | Store in a cool, ventilated, explosion-proof warehouse away from fire and heat; temperature not above 52℃. Strictly separate from oxidizers. Inspect cylinders periodically and handle gently. |
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This Technical Data Sheet (TDS) is provided by Kelvins Data are based on current product standards and Wulachem’s finished-product technical references, for reference only; actual parameters are subject to the factory inspection report. For the official MSDS/SDS or batch inspection report, please contact us.
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