In a world striving for net-zero emissions targets, the environmental impact of refrigerants is under intense scrutiny. For the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry, this means a fundamental shift away from traditional gases with high global warming potential, such as R410A and R32.
R290 is emerging as the pioneer of the future of air conditioning technology, offering extremely low global warming potential (GWP), higher efficiency, and proven safety—made possible by SGX Sensortech's INIR4-R290 and INIR7-R290 gas sensors. With a significantly lower GWP, R290 is one of the most environmentally friendly refrigerants on the market.
Although R290 is classified as a Class A3 refrigerant (higher flammability), the development of advanced gas detection technology now ensures that the safety risks are fully manageable. Gas sensors such as the INIR4-R290 and INIR7-R290 from SGX Sensortech have been specifically designed for propane monitoring in HVAC and refrigeration systems.
