BOGE converts DS-2 refrigerant dryer to new refrigerant

BOGE has converted its DS-2 refrigerant dryer in the lower power range to refrigerant R 513A. This has lower global warming potential than the refrigerant previously used but is designed to not compromise on performance in any way. The result is an energy-efficient dryer series with a low CO₂ footprint.

In order to optimise the CO₂ footprint of its refrigerant dryers, BOGE will be using a new refrigerant from December. From now on, it will be using refrigerant R 513A instead of R134a for its DS-2 series in the power range up to 10 m³/min. This is claimed to reduce the GWP value (Global Warming Potential) by around 60%: from 1430 to 573. The CO₂ equivalent, ie, the impact the substance has on the climate compared to carbon dioxide, also decreases accordingly.

Another advantage of the DS-2 series is the refrigerant circuit is hermetically sealed. This means that the mandatory testing stipulated in F-Gas Regulation EU 517/2014 is not required.