Chlorodifluoromethane or difluoromonochloromethane is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC). This colorless gas is better known as HCFC-22, or R-22, or CHClF 2. It was commonly used as a …

R22 refrigerant, or R22 Freon, is used in a number of AC systems built before 2010. It was discovered that the chemicals that makeup R22 are detrimental to the ozone layer. The …

Feb 9, 2025 · Switching from R22 to a replacement refrigerant is a significant yet necessary step in achieving a more sustainable and efficient HVAC system. With options like R410A, R421A, …

Since 2010, the most common R-22 replacement was R-410A, a refrigerant without the ozone-depleting qualities of R-22. Today, because of further environmental regulations, Trane is …

Commonly known as HCFC-22, this colorless gas is a minor player with a major impact. Used predominantly in air conditioning systems, R22 has some unique characteristics that set it …

This article gives R22 phase out timeline after which the refrigerant Freon 22 bans get commenced. The article also tells about the implications of R22 phase out on the users or …

Mar 13, 2025 · If your AC still runs on R22, you can keep using it — until you need a refrigerant recharge. When that happens, expect to pay $200–$600 per pound, with a full refill costing …

Dec 27, 2024 · R-22, also known as HCFC-22 or chlorodifluoromethane, is a refrigerant that has been a staple in air conditioning and refrigeration systems since its introduction in the 1950s. It …

What is R22? If your home’s air conditioning unit is more than 10 years old, there’s a good chance it uses R22, commonly known as “Freon.” R22 is an A/C refrigerant — a substance used for …

Oct 28, 2022 · R22, also known as “Freon”, is a chemical used in HVAC equipment. To be more precise, it is a hydrocarbon refrigerant blend, the primary components of which include …