--- title: "THUNDER STRIKES: Clivet Unleashes Eco-Heatpumps with the R290 Refrigerant  | Masterflow" description: "The Promise: Revolutionise temperature and efficiency standards. The Focus: Innovation and sustainability. The Features: A multitude; do read on." image: https://resources.masterflow.net.au/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Untitled-design-6-1.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant#main-content) ![](https://resources.masterflow.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Masterflow-Logo-CMYK@2x.png?width=777&height=62&name=Masterflow-Logo-CMYK@2x.png) - Home - Products - Pricing - Blog - Company Open main navigation Close main navigation - Home - Products - Pricing - Blog - Company - [Contact us](https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant#contact) [Contact us](https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant#contact) May 3, 2024 12:00:00 AM # THUNDER STRIKES: Clivet Unleashes Eco-Heatpumps with the R290 Refrigerant  [Roy Hales](https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/author/roy-hales) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://resources.masterflow.net.au/learning-centre/thunder-strikes-clivet-unleashes-eco-heatpumps-with-the-r290-refrigerant) # THUNDER STRIKES: Clivet Unleashes Eco-Heatpumps with the R290 Refrigerant  2 min read **The Promise:** Revolutionise temperature and efficiency standards.  **TheFocus:** Innovation and sustainability.  **TheFeatures:** A multitude; do read on.  The new THUNDER heat pumps boast a plethora of standout features, among them; high-temperature capabilities, use of a natural refrigerant, and the integration of advanced technology, setting it apart and above from conventional systems.  ## Key Features: - **Reversible Heat Pump:** The Clivet Thunder is an air-cooled reversible heat pump equipped with high efficiency DC  fans (ATEX) and inverter scroll compressors, designed specifically for use with the R290 refrigerant.   - **Lowest GWP:** R290 is a natural refrigerant based on propane with an ultra-low GWP (Global Warming Potential = 3). This eco-conscious refrigerant hugely reduces environmental impact, contributing to a greener future and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions.  - **Wide Range of Capacities:** Available in capacities from 35kW to 73kW, the Thunder heat pump caters to diverse heating and cooling needs for residential, commercial, and industrial settings  - **High Temperature, High Performance:** With heating, cooling, and domestic hot water production capabilities reaching up to 75°C, it accommodates diverse applications and is one of the only high-temp heat-pumps available. High seasonal efficiency in heating (SCOP W35 up to 4.7, SCOP W55 up to 3.6), ensures significant energy savings and reduced operating costs.   - **Advanced Safety Concepts:** Included as standard are advanced safety features such as double leak detector sensors, an ATEX extraction fan that triggers when leakage is detected and a switch selector for automated fan activation. A degasser filter is available to further prevent leakage into the building.  - **Wide Operating Range:** Operating in heating from -20°C to +42°C ambient, and cooling from –10 deg C to +48 deg C, the Thunder heat pump ensures reliable performance even in varying weather conditions.  - **Modular Design:** Up to six units can be hydraulically connected in parallel, and up to 16 units can be managed in a local network, allowing for flexible installation options and scalability. As multiple modules can be installed close together, Clivet claims the highest power/footprint ratio for this type of product.  - **Low Noise Operation:** The Thunder range offers three distinct acoustic levels: basic (SC), silenced (LN), and super-silenced (EN), with the latter offering from –6 to –10 dB less noise than the SC models.   The Clivet Thunder chiller heralds a new era in HVAC innovation. Its high-temperature capabilities, use of natural refrigerant, minimal noise options and overall advanced technology mark it as a leader in sustainability and performance.  More detail needed? By all means; [sales@masterflow.net.au](mailto:sales@masterflow.net.au).    Advanced Innovation. 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