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

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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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## [Considerations When Selecting a New Refrigerant](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/considerations-when-selecting-a-new-refrigerant)

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

 May 8, 2024, 12:30:00 PM

Equipment manufacturers must consider several crucial factors to ensure optimal performance, safety,...

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## [Navigating Policy Shifts: The Impact of Transitioning to Alternative Refrigerants](https://blog.copper.org/hvac/r/navigating-policy-shifts-the-impact-of-transitioning-to-alternative-refrigerants)

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

 Apr 18, 2024, 12:14:57 PM

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continually sets new targets, challenging industries to ad...

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