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CARE 30

CARE 30 is a blend of R290 and R600a, propane and isobutane. 

This hydrocarbon blend is ideal for replacing R12 and R134A in systems such as drinks dispensers and bottle coolers.


Features and benefits

  • operates at similar pressures to R12 or R134A
  • similar volumetric refrigerating effect to R12 and R134A
  • can be used in a R12 or R134A compressor or a specific CARE 30 compressor
  • can be used with R12 or R134A heat exchangers and expansion devices
  • compatible with most common refrigeration materials and lubricants

Application and use

Ideal for use in small commercial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems where R12 has traditionally been used.

This gas is available in a variety of cylinder sizes and drums. Our most popular sizes are shown in the table below

CARE 30 (propane / isobutane)
Product code Cylinder contents Valve outlet (1)
149298-3KG 3 kg 1 ¼” ACME
149298-12KG 12 kg 1 ¼” ACME
149298-46KG 46 kg 1 ¼” ACME

(1)  CARE valve adapters required - part 849351A

Safe handling training

BOC and HRP only sell CARE hydrocarbons to those engineers who have successfully completed BOC's safe hydrocarbon handling course.  Please see our training page for details

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