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R-22 (Freon) Pressure at 105°F — Saturation P-T Data

192.6 PSI
Saturation Pressure

How This Was Calculated

Saturation pressure interpolated from ASHRAE tabular data for R22. Normal operating pressure range.

P_sat = interpolate(T_data, T_input)
P_sat
Saturation pressure: 193 PSI
T_input
Input temperature: 105°F
T_data
ASHRAE tabular reference data: R22

Important Considerations

📋Refrigerant Phase-Out Notice

R-22 (Freon) production ended in 2020 under the Montreal Protocol and EPA regulations. It is banned for use in new equipment since 2010. Existing stocks are recycled/reclaimed only. Prices have risen sharply — plan a system upgrade to R-410A, R-32, or R-454B equipment.

🔬Superheat & Subcooling Diagnostic

The saturation pressure shown (for R22 at 105°F) is the baseline for measuring superheat and subcooling. Suction superheat = suction line temperature minus evaporator saturation temperature. Subcooling = condensing saturation temperature minus liquid line temperature. Typical targets: 8–12°F superheat at the evaporator (TXV systems), 10–20°F subcooling at the condenser. Deviations indicate improper charge, metering device issues, or non-condensables.

🛡️Safety Classification

R-22 is classified A1 (non-toxic, non-flammable). Standard handling practices apply. EPA Section 608 certification is required. Intentional venting is illegal under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act — refrigerant must be recovered before system service or disposal.

🌍Environmental Impact — Moderate GWP

R22 has a GWP of 1,810 — meaning 1 lb released equals 1,810 lbs of CO2 equivalent warming over 100 years. It falls under AIM Act HFC phase-down regulations but is considered a transitional refrigerant with lower impact than legacy options like R-22 or R-404A. Lower-GWP alternatives (R-32 at GWP 675, R-454B at GWP 466) are increasingly available for new equipment.

📖 Data Source

Saturation pressure-temperature data for R22 derived from ASHRAE Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 30 (Thermophysical Properties of Refrigerants), and verified against manufacturer published data (Chemours Opteon, Honeywell Solstice). Values represent saturated conditions at sea level.

Source: ASHRAE Fundamentals 2021, Chapter 30

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Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates for informational purposes only. Always verify calculations with a licensed professional and consult your local building department before making decisions based on these results.