Semi-hermetic refrigeration compressor ATEX HT

pistonpropane (R290)for refrigerated transport

Frascold’s revolutionary ATEX HT piston compressors, designed for use in air-to-water heat pumps and presented in the R290 version, stand out for their ability to produce domestic hot water at up to 80° by means of gas compression as high as 40 bar. The new technology thus takes performance and efficiency standards to unprecedented levels, overcoming the limitations currently experienced in commercially available heat pumps, which can only heat domestic water up to 45° C with a gas compression of maximum 30 bar. An added benefit is the improved compressor design and thorough re-engineering of the internal components, designed to ensure optimum performance in a variety of climatic conditions, including outdoor temperatures as low as -25° C. The ease of installation and the possibility of retaining the pre-existing distribution system make high-temperature heat pumps certain to be identified as the best option for retrofitting equipment in non-efficient or historical buildings, without the need to employ a hybrid configuration combining a condensing boiler and heat pump. Moreover, the HT series compressors are ATEX-certified and ready for use with the hydrocarbon R290 (propane). An innovation resulting from the expertise and experience of Frascold’s technical department, able to solve all plant-engineering challenges, for example, high pressure, allowing the safe use of this natural gas with a low environmental impact (GWP equal to 3 and zero ODS) and exceptional thermodynamic properties.