R22 30lb Refrigerant Cylinder – Virgin HCFC-22 for HVAC Systems

Overview

The R22 30lb Refrigerant Cylinder remains a trusted solution for servicing and maintaining legacy HVAC and refrigeration systems designed specifically for HCFC-22 refrigerant. Known for its reliable cooling performance and long-standing industry use, R22 continues to support millions of residential, commercial, and industrial air conditioning systems worldwide.

Although modern HVAC equipment is transitioning toward lower-GWP alternatives, R22 remains essential for maintaining existing systems that were engineered around its thermodynamic properties.

What Is R22 Refrigerant?

R22 (also known as HCFC-22, Freon® 22, or Chlorodifluoromethane) is a single-component hydrochlorofluorocarbon refrigerant with the chemical formula CHClF₂. It has historically been one of the most widely used refrigerants in air conditioning and refrigeration applications due to its excellent heat transfer efficiency and stable operating characteristics.

R22 is classified as:

• ASHRAE Safety Class: A1 (non-toxic, non-flammable)

• Refrigerant Type: HCFC (hydrochlorofluorocarbon)

• Boiling Point: −40.8°C

Its stable pressure characteristics made it a standard refrigerant for decades in comfort cooling systems.

Applications

R22 30lb refrigerant is commonly used in systems originally engineered for HCFC-22, including:

• Residential air conditioning units

• Split and packaged HVAC systems

• Commercial air conditioning equipment

• Industrial refrigeration systems

• Chillers and process cooling applications

• Transport refrigeration

R22 delivers dependable cooling performance and energy efficiency when used in properly designed equipment.

Environmental Status & Phase-Out Information

R22 has an Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and relatively high Global Warming Potential (GWP ≈ 1700), which led to global phase-down regulations under the Montreal Protocol.

In the United States:

• Production and import of new R22 ended in 2020.

• Existing systems can still legally operate using reclaimed or previously produced R22 supplies.

As a result, R22 is primarily used today for service, maintenance, and repair of existing HVAC equipment.

Performance Advantages

• Proven and reliable cooling efficiency

• Stable thermodynamic properties

• Compatible with legacy HVAC systems

• Non-flammable safety classification (A1)

• Excellent heat transfer capability

• Widely understood servicing procedures

Who Should Buy This?

R22 refrigerant cylinders are ideal for:

• HVAC technicians servicing existing R22 systems

• Maintenance contractors supporting legacy equipment

• Facilities operating older AC or refrigeration units

• Distributors supplying service refrigerants

• Industrial cooling maintenance operations

Product Specifications

• Refrigerant: R22 (HCFC-22)

• Chemical Formula: CHClF₂

• Type: Single-component refrigerant

• Safety Classification: A1 – Non-flammable, low toxicity

• GWP: Approx. 1700

• ODP: ~0.034

• Application: Existing residential & commercial HVAC systems

• Grade: Virgin refrigerant, factory sealed cylinder

Important Usage Notice

R22 must only be used in equipment designed specifically for HCFC-22 refrigerant. It is not compatible with modern high-pressure refrigerants such as R-410A or next-generation A2L refrigerants without system conversion.

Proper recovery, handling, and servicing must comply with applicable environmental and safety regulations.

Reliable Cooling for Legacy HVAC Systems

For servicing existing equipment, R22 remains a dependable refrigerant choice. Maintain system performance, extend equipment lifespan, and ensure consistent cooling with high-quality virgin R22 refrigerant cylinders.