The Shop Owners' Guide to Getting Started with R-1234yf

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Learn How to Service R-1234yf Vehicles Efficiently and Profitably

What's in the Guide
The transition from R-134a to R-1234yf is the most significant change to hit the mobile air conditioning industry since R-12 was replaced in the 1990's. To help you through the transition, we've created a guide packed with everything you need to know to get started with Opteon™ YF. Our handy guide includes:

  • How to make a profit servicing R-1234yf vehicles 
  • Required tools and equipment 
  • How to choose between using Opteon™ YF cans or cylinders 
  • The benefits of investing in an R/R/R machine 
  • R-1234yf usage that requires certification 
  • How legislation like the AIM Act and Clean Air Act impact shop owners
  • The lower flammability of R-1234yf 
One Shop Owner’s Perspective 
Hear from a shop owner who is reaping the benefits of investing in an R/R/R machine to use in conjunction with Opteon™ YF cylinders. 



"A lot of the local body shops don’t have an R/R/R machine to repair the AC system so they send the vehicle to us to do the AC repair. This allows us to bring in additional revenue.”



In 2021, over 90% of vehicles manufactured for sale in the US required R-1234yf and over 70 million cars on the road currently use it. Now is the time to get your shop prepared to service these vehicles and get ahead of the competition.

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OPTEON™ YF. THE BRAND YOU CAN TRUST.

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Backed by a Century of Trust
From the company that created Freon™, Opteon™ YF is the preferred refrigerant of 11 global car manufacturers.

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Mechanics Trust Opteon™ YF
Mechanics around the world are transitioning to R-1234yf. Trust the brand that mechanics trust to put into their customers’ vehicles.

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Mechanics Trust Opteon™ YF
Mechanics around the world are transitioning to R-1234yf. Trust the brand that mechanics trust to put into their customers’ vehicles.

WHY OPTEON™ YF?

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The Automotive Refrigerant of the Future
Opteon™ YF reduces global warming potential (GWP) by 99%, with no compromise in cooling performance.



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Proudly Made in the USA
Opteon™ YF is the only brand of R-1234yf that's manufactured exclusively in the USA.