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Embraco ERF & ELF Scroll Compressors
A broad fixed-speed scroll compressor range for medium- and low-temperature refrigeration. Choose the application, refrigerant, frequency, power supply and model using the interactive selector below.
High-Efficiency Scroll Compression for Commercial Refrigeration
Embraco ERF and ELF scroll compressors are designed for dependable refrigeration duty across medium-temperature and low-temperature systems. The selection guide covers models for 50 Hz and 60 Hz power supplies, with capacities spanning compact systems through larger commercial refrigeration applications.
Refrigerant Platforms
The Embraco nomenclature identifies refrigerant families by code. Performance tables in this guide are provided for R404A, R22 and R290.
Embraco Scroll Compressor Nomenclature
The Embraco model code is designed to tell you the compressor family, refrigeration application, technology, nominal capacity, refrigerant platform, electrical supply and configuration. Understanding the code makes model selection much faster.
Compressor Family
E = Embraco Scroll Compressor.
Application
R = Refrigeration MBP, L = Refrigeration LBP, A = Air Conditioning HBP, H = Low Condensing A/C HBP, W = Heat Pump (ATW) HBP, D = High-Temperature Heat Pump VHBP.
Technology
F = Fixed Speed, V = Inverter, D = Pulse.
Nominal Capacity
For fixed-speed compressors, the code represents nominal capacity in kBTU/h at 60 Hz AHRI 540 conditions. For variable speed, the guide identifies displacement in cm³.
Refrigerant Code
The refrigerant letter identifies the refrigerant family. Examples include G, P, E, U and C.
Voltage & Frequency Supply
The electrical-supply letter identifies the rated voltage, frequency and phase configuration.
Motor Type
1 = 1st Generation, 2 = 2nd Generation.
Injection
This position identifies the compressor injection configuration. The exact available injection arrangement depends on the selected compressor configuration.
Connection Type
Identifies the connection arrangement. The catalogue's available-configuration pages include brazed and Rotalock combinations depending on model.
Electrical Box
Identifies the electrical-box / terminal configuration supplied with the compressor.
External Configuration
The final character identifies the external configuration. Confirm the complete suffix against the available-configuration table before ordering.
| Refrigerant Code | Refrigerant Family Listed in Catalogue |
|---|---|
| G | R404A, R448A, R449A, R452A, R134a, R450A, R513A, R507A, R417A |
| L | R1234yf |
| C | R454C, R455A — compatible with “G” |
| U | R290 |
| E | R22, R422d |
| J | R32 |
| H | R410A |
| B | R454B, R452B |
| P | R407C |
| V | R515B |
| F | R245fa |
| Z | R1233zd(E) |
| Supply Code | Voltage / Frequency / Phase |
|---|---|
| A | 380–420 V 50 Hz 3~ / 460 V 60 Hz 3~ |
| B | 220–240 V 50 Hz 1~ |
| C | 208–230 V 60 Hz 1~ |
| D | 208–230 V 60 Hz 3~ |
| E | 380 V 60 Hz 3~ |
| F | 575 V 60 Hz 3~ |
| G | 200–220 V 50 Hz 3~ |
Interactive Embraco Scroll Compressor Model Selector
Filter the catalogue data and click any model to view its published rating-condition performance.
Published values are catalogue rating-condition data. MBP tables use E.T. -6.7°C, C.T. 48.9°C, superheat 25K and subcooling 0K. LBP tables use E.T. -31.7°C, C.T. 40.6°C, superheat 50K and subcooling 0K.
Series Overview
| Series | Application | Guide Range | Key Selection Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERF | Medium Temperature / MBP | Approx. 1.2-30 HP depending on refrigerant and electrical configuration | Choose refrigerant, 50/60 Hz supply, single/three phase and required capacity. |
| ELF | Low Temperature / LBP | Approx. 1.2-35 HP depending on refrigerant and electrical configuration | Choose refrigerant, supply, capacity and the required liquid- or vapor-injection configuration. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Embraco ERF and ELF scroll compressors?
ERF is the medium-temperature refrigeration platform (MBP), while ELF is the low-temperature refrigeration platform (LBP).
What refrigerants are available?
The product-platform nomenclature includes G/P, E, U and C refrigerant families. The performance tables included in this guide show R404A, R22 and R290 selections.
Are 50 Hz and 60 Hz versions available?
Yes. The guide includes 50 Hz and 60 Hz model tables, with single-phase and three-phase electrical supply groups.
How should I choose the correct model?
Start with application temperature, refrigerant, power supply and required cooling capacity. Then verify the selected compressor against the actual evaporating/condensing temperatures and operating envelope.
Need Help Selecting the Correct Embraco Model?
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