{"product_id":"embraco-compressor-r404a-med-1-3hp-nek6181gk","title":"Embraco NEK6181GK Compressor","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: sans-serif; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eEmbraco NEK6181GK Medium Temp Compressor (1\/3 HP, R-404A)\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eWhen a commercial display fridge, blast chiller, or cool room goes down, your client is racing against the clock before premium stock spoils. You need a replacement that drops in easily, pulls down fast, and runs reliably under heavy loads. The \u003cstrong\u003eEmbraco NEK6181GK\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hermetic reciprocating compressor designed specifically for Medium Back Pressure (MBP) applications[cite: 1]. It operates on a 220-240 V 50 Hz power supply and is approved for use with R-404A refrigerant[cite: 1].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #333; border-left: 4px solid #007acc; padding-left: 12px; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Trade Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR-404A Optimized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered explicitly for R-404A, offering robust thermodynamic performance and operating within an evaporating temperature range of -20 °C to 10 °C[cite: 1].\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Temp Workhorse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivering a rated cooling capacity of 584 W at -10.00°C evaporating and 45.00°C condensing temperatures (EN12900 conditions)[cite: 1].\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Starting Torque (HST):\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a CSIR motor type and High Starting Torque, ensuring reliable start-ups even under unbalanced system pressures[cite: 1].\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Form Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e With a height of 188 mm and weighing 10.4 Kg, it maintains a highly compact footprint for tight commercial cabinet spaces[cite: 1].\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eWhy This Compressor Matters on the Job\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAussie hospitality environments are notoriously brutal on refrigeration gear. When a kitchen hits 40°C in the middle of a summer lunch rush, with the fridge doors constantly opening and closing, the compressor underneath the prep bench cops an absolute beating. The NEK6181GK features a displacement of 7.28 cm³ and can handle a maximum condensing pressure peak of 27.71 bar, making it rugged enough for heavy-duty commercial cycles[cite: 1].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #007acc; padding-left: 15px; font-style: italic; color: #555; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 15px; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-style: normal; color: #333;\"\u003eTradie Pro Tip for R-404A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eR-404A is a zeotropic blend and a synthetic greenhouse gas (HFC) subject to phase-down regulations. Always ensure you recover the existing R-404A charge into a dedicated recovery cylinder—never vent it to the atmosphere. When recharging, note that this compressor has a maximum recommended refrigerant charge of 350 g[cite: 1].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #333; border-left: 4px solid #007acc; padding-left: 12px; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Embraco NEK6181GK Medium Temp Compressor (1\/3 HP, R-404A)[cite: 1]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × MTRP-41 Starting Relay and T0874\/G6 Motor Protection[cite: 1]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Start Capacitor (43-53 Uf\/330 V)[cite: 1]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 14px; height: 215.532px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: rgb(240, 240, 240); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 12px; color: rgb(0, 122, 204); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 12px; color: rgb(0, 122, 204); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eEmbraco NEK6181GK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMBP (Medium Back Pressure)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eR-404A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Horsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1\/3 hp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling Capacity (EN12900)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e584 W (at -10°C Evap \/ 45°C Cond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e7.28 cm³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCSIR (On-Off Technology)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e220-240 V 50 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e188 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 10px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e10.4 Kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #007acc; color: #fff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 5px; list-style-position: inside;\"\u003eWhat type of expansion device can I use with this model?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEK6181GK is versatile and is designed to operate with either a Capillary Tube or an Expansion Valve[cite: 1]. Ensure the device is correctly sized for R-404A pressures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #007acc; color: #fff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 5px; list-style-position: inside;\"\u003eWhat type and amount of oil does the Embraco NEK6181GK use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is designed for HFC refrigerants like R-404A, this compressor requires ESTER (POE) oil[cite: 1]. It comes with a factory oil charge of 350 ml, and the recommended oil viscosity is ISO22[cite: 1]. POE oil is highly hygroscopic, so minimize the time the system is open to the atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #007acc; color: #fff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 5px; list-style-position: inside;\"\u003eWhat are the pipe connection sizes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe copper connections have the following internal diameters: the slanted suction line is 8.1 mm, the straight discharge line is 6.1 mm, and the slanted process line is also 6.1 mm[cite: 1].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Embraco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43368963637307,"sku":null,"price":264.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0316\/7787\/4235\/files\/EmbracoCompressorR404ANEUSeries_1024x1024_d2ebb219-4440-4843-9c95-599e7661d7f4.webp?v=1774909811","url":"https:\/\/www.hvacshop.com.au\/products\/embraco-compressor-r404a-med-1-3hp-nek6181gk","provider":"HVAC Supply Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}