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# The Latest in HVAC/R Equipment Design with Small Diameter Copper Tubes

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## [Evolving Trends in Refrigeration with an Emphasis on Sustainability and Efficiency](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/evolving-trends-in-refrigeration)

[Marcus Elmer](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/author/marcus-elmer) 

 Nov 5, 2024, 1:00:30 PM

The world of refrigerants is undergoing a dynamic transformation driven by a confluence of factors s...

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## [Case Study: Midea Split Air Conditioning System Reduced Charge with 4 mm Copper Tubes](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/midea-split-air-conditioning-system-reduced-charge-with-4-mm-copper-tubes)

[Marcus Elmer](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/author/marcus-elmer) 

 Jul 9, 2024, 12:16:36 PM

As the industry shifts towards smaller-diameter tubing to improve heat transfer in heat exchangers, ...

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## [Optimizing Heat Exchanger Components for Reduced Refrigerant Charge](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/optimizing-heat-exchanger-components)

[Marcus Elmer](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/author/marcus-elmer) 

 Jun 3, 2024, 5:49:43 PM

A Comparative Study of Small-Diameter Copper Tubes with LU-VE With growing concerns about environmen...

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## [Four Facts to Know about HVAC/R Coil Corrosion: Copper versus Aluminum](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/four-facts-to-know-about-coil-corrosion-copper-versus-aluminum)

[Marcus Elmer](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/author/marcus-elmer) 

 Sep 27, 2023, 2:00:00 PM

When it comes to the longevity and efficiency of HVAC systems, one critical factor manufacturers con...

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