Embraco ELF17G-A1-LDBM Scroll Compressor | 5 HP | 18,455 BTU/h (5,404 W) LBP Cooling | Three-Phase | R404A (With Service Valves)

Designed for low-temperature (LBP) commercial refrigeration applications — cold rooms, blast freezers and low-temperature display cabinets — this is the Embraco ELF17G-A1-LDBM scroll compressor. It has a nominal power of 5 HP and a three-phase (380-420V / 3~ / 50Hz) supply, and operates in the LBP (low back pressure) range. With R404A refrigerant under ARI LBP conditions (evaporating -31.7°C / condensing 40.6°C), it delivers 18,455 BTU/h (5,404 W) of cooling capacity; it is supplied with service valves.

5 HP Three-Phase LBP Commercial Refrigeration Scroll Compressor (R404A)

Embraco (Nidec Global Appliance) scroll compressors provide reliable and durable performance in low-temperature commercial refrigeration with few moving parts, low vibration and high efficiency. The ELF17G-A1-LDBM is a three-phase solution with service valves, compatible with R404A/R507/R452A refrigerants.

Key Features

• Scroll technology — few parts, low vibration, high efficiency
• 5 HP nominal, three-phase (380-420V / 3~ / 50Hz) supply
• LBP (low temperature) range; R404A / R507 / R452A compatible
• 18,455 BTU/h (5,404 W) LBP cooling capacity; COP 1.6
• Supplied with service (rotalock) valves

Technical Specifications

• Brand / Model: Embraco (Nidec) / ELF17G-A1-LDBM
• Type: Scroll compressor, hermetic, fixed speed
• Application: Commercial refrigeration — low temperature (LBP)
• Nominal Power: 5 HP (5 horsepower)
• Power Supply: Three-phase — 380-420V / 3~ / 50Hz (60Hz: 460V)
• Cooling Capacity: 18,455 BTU/h (5,404 W) — R404A, ARI LBP (evaporating -31.7°C / condensing 40.6°C)
• Power Input: 3,367 W; COP 1.6; EER 5.5
• Displacement: 82 cm³/rev (14.3 m³/h @ 2900 rpm / 50Hz)
• Compatible Refrigerants: R404A / R507 / R452A
• Service Valve: Yes (rotalock)
• Weight: ~31 kg (based on equivalent Copeland ZF15K4E)
• Equivalent (cross-reference): Copeland ZF15K4E / ZFI23KQE, Danfoss LLZ015, Bitzer 4FES

Technician Tips

• Braze the connections on the service (rotalock) valves under nitrogen to prevent internal oxidation.
• In LBP applications, pay attention to selecting the correct refrigerant (R404A/R507/R452A) and a suitable expansion device.
• Verify the phase sequence and direction of rotation of the three-phase motor at first start-up; a scroll must not run in reverse.
• Evacuate the system thoroughly before commissioning; moisture leads to oil breakdown and winding failure.
• The stated capacity is at ARI LBP (-31.7°C / 40.6°C) conditions; confirm for your own conditions with the Embraco selection tool.