
Embraco FF8.5HBK Hermetic Reciprocating Compressor – Single Phase
The Embraco FF8.5HBK is a hermetic reciprocating compressor for low-, medium- and high-back-pressure refrigeration applications using R134a. Designed for 220–240 V, single-phase, 50 Hz operation, it features a 7.95 cm³ displacement and a low starting torque motor.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Product reference | FF8.5HBK |
| Manufacturer model | FF8,5HBK |
| Engineering code | 513200878 |
| Compressor type | Hermetic reciprocating |
| Application | Low, medium and high back pressure (L/MBP/HBP) |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Power supply | 220–240 V / Single phase / 50 Hz |
| Nominal horsepower | 1/4 HP |
| Displacement | 7.95 cm³ |
| Motor type | RSIR/CSIR |
| Starting torque | Low starting torque (LST) |
| Suction connection internal diameter | 8.2 mm |
| Discharge connection internal diameter | 6.5 mm |
| Shell dimensions (W × D × H) | 173 × 204 × 193.3 mm |
| Net weight | 10.1 kg |
Example Performance – R134a, 50 Hz
ASHRAE LBP conditions: −23.3°C evaporating temperature, 54.4°C condensing temperature, 32.2°C return-gas temperature and 32.2°C liquid temperature.
| Performance | Details |
|---|
| Cooling capacity | 191 W @ −23.3°C evaporating / 54.4°C condensing |
| Power input | 172 W |
| Running current at test conditions | 1.45 A at 220 V |
| Performance basis | OEM tested data for engineering code 513200878 |
ASHRAE MBP and HBP conditions: 54.4°C condensing temperature, 35°C return-gas temperature and 8.3 K subcooling.
| Performance | MBP | HBP |
|---|
| Evaporating temperature | −6.7°C | +7.2°C |
| Cooling capacity | 415 W | 745 W |
| Power input | 266 W | 338 W |
| Performance basis | OEM simulated data | OEM simulated data |
Dimensions describe the compressor shell; allow additional space for connections, mounting and electrical equipment.
Selection note: Specifications apply to engineering code 513200878. Confirm the nameplate code when selecting, as other FF8.5HBK variants have different electrical specifications and weights.
Manufacturer sources:
Embraco FF8,5HBK – Product specifications and performance, code 513200878
Embraco FF8,5HBK – Dimensional drawing (PDF)