Refrigerant R1234YF, Effect On Metals And Plastics
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- In the right state refrigerant R1234yf is chemically stable and does not damage iron, aluminum and corresponding developed and suitable plastic.
- Contamination in the refrigerant circuit can lead to damage and destroying of the refrigerant circuit components.
- Unsuitable materials (such as seals and hoses that were not developed for refrigerant R1234yf and the refrigerant oil used) can also be affected and damaged by pure refrigerant R1234yf or refrigerant oil.
- If the refrigerant is contaminated with chlorine compounds or the influence of UV light, for example, then the metals and the plastic developed and approved for this refrigerant and refrigerant oil will be negatively affected. This can lead to blockage, leaks or deposits on the A/C compressor piston.
- Specific metals can be damaged from refrigerant R1234yf (for example finely distributed aluminum, zinc and magnesium)