Heat Pump with R744 refrigerant for longer driving range.

RELIABLE AND DURABLE SOLUTION FOR ELECTRIC CITY BUSES

R744 – often just named CO₂ – is a long-lasting, natural, and reliable refrigerant that is kinder to the planet than its CFC- and HFC-containing predecessors. It is, in fact, the most environmentally friendly refrigerant available, with a Global Warming Potential (GWP) score of just 1.

When used in a Thermo King Bus HVAC unit, it delivers comfort while also looking after the driveline batteries, allowing buses to drive longer. This is thanks to patented controls, algorithms, the variable speed compressor and optimal power consumption.

Available and compatible with all electric and hybrid bus rooftops, the Thermo King “All-In-One” solution works hard in extreme conditions (-25°C to +50°C) to keep driver, staff and passengers at just right comfort levels, including heating, cooling and fresh-air control. Simultaneously the unit also protects the drive-line batteries by providing hot and cold water for thermal management during charging and discharging. The solution provides “Waste Heat Utilization” to optimize energy usage and ensure comfort.

R744 REFRIGERANT

R744 IS A CO₂ REFRIGERANT WITH OUTSTANDING COOLING AND HEATING CAPACITY

LONGER RIDES

• R744 in Thermo King Bus HVAC units means better performance and longer distances before the electric bus needs a recharge
• Variable speed compressor, excellent controls, component selection and design

RELIABLE AND DURABLE

• Compressor designed for mobile HVAC applications and environment
• Manufacturing and installation with strong focus on process control, quality and reliability

MOST ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY REFRIGERANT

• CO₂ contributes less to climate change than HFCs and CFCs
• CO₂ is a non-toxic and non-flammable alternative to HFCs and CFCs
• R744 refrigerant has a Global Warming Potential of just 1

ALL-IN-ONE HEATING AND COOLING

• One unit, several jobs to be done
• Outstanding heating and cooling capacity for driver and passengers
• Simultaneous heating and cooling operation i.e.: heat passenger’s compartment and cool batteries
• Utilize waste heat from other accessories on the bus

WIDEST OPERATING RANGE

• CO₂ refrigerants outperform HFCs and CFC refrigerants in extreme temperatures in Thermo King Bus HVAC units
• R744 in Thermo King Bus HVAC units operate in both high temperatures (up to +50°C) and low temperatures (down to -25°C)

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES – TOTAL SOLUTIONS
BY THERMO KING

• Inverter kit
• CO₂ sensor to manage and control fresh air exchange
• Water heating coil in rooftop unit
• Floor heating convectors
• Front box (modular and customized)
• Auxiliary heaters and control box
• Modular controller expandable to 3 temperature zones

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