Experimental Analysis of R-290 Refrigerant with Blending Refrigerant R-600a in Split Air-Conditioning System |
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| Yogesh R. Dhanawade , G.H.R.C.E.M.Wagholi,Pune; S. Mitkari, G.H.R.C.E.M.Wagholi,Pune |
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| As per the Montreal Protocol, CFCs and HCFCs are being phased out. R-22 is used in split air conditioners. This paper represents the performance study of a split air conditioner with propane (R-290) blending with R-600A as a drop-in substitute to R-134A. The use of propane (R-290) as a safe and energy efficient alternative to R-134A in a typical split air conditioner with nominal cooling capacities. The test conditions considered are as per the Indian Standards, IS 1391 (1992) Part II. The various parameters considered were based on performance with the objective to achieve maximum EER for the desired cooling capacity and better COP. As the flammability is an issue for R-290. The proper proportion of charge of the mixture taken in the spilt air conditioning system The pressure drops of R-290 and R-600a are lower as compared to R-134a. |
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As per the Montreal Protocol, CFCs and HCFCs are being phased out. R-22 is used in split air conditioners. This paper represents the performance study of a split air conditioner with propane (R-290) blending with R-600A as a drop-in substitute to R-134A. The use of propane (R-290) as a safe and energy efficient alternative to R-134A in a typical split air conditioner with nominal cooling capacities. The test conditions considered are as per the Indian Standards, IS 1391 (1992) Part II. The various parameters considered were based on performance with the objective to achieve maximum EER for the desired cooling capacity and better COP. As the flammability is an issue for R-290. The proper proportion of charge of the mixture taken in the spilt air conditioning system The pressure drops of R-290 and R-600a are lower as compared to R-134a. |
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Paper ID: IJSRDV7I30376 Published in: Volume : 7, Issue : 3 Publication Date: 01/06/2019 Page(s): 448-451 |
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