Glacier Coolant LM-XL-18 Phase Change Cold Storage Material Phase transition temperature -18℃
Product Description
LM-XL-18 works as a cold energy storage and buffering material based on phase change technology.
It is designed to:
- Store cold energy during phase transition
- Release stored energy to maintain stable low temperature
- Reduce temperature fluctuation in deep cold environments
- Improve energy efficiency in refrigeration systems
- Enable repeated thermal cycling with stable performance
Technical Data
Product Appearance: Composite phase change material
Composition: Multi-component PCM system including energy storage agent, phase change modifier, anti-supercooling agent, anti-phase separation agent, and stabilizer
Physical Properties
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Phase transition temperature (℃) |
Freezing |
-18 |
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Melting |
-18 |
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Latent heat (kJ/kg) |
307.1 |
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Density (g/cm3) |
Liquid (20℃) |
1.070±0.02 |
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Solid (-20℃) |
0.944±0.02 |
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Thermal conductivity (20℃, W/m·K) |
0.5591 |
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Specific heat (20℃, kJ/kg·K) |
3.5316 |
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Volume expansion ratio of phase transition (%) |
≤10 |
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Flammability |
Nonflammable |
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Product Advantages
✔ High Energy Storage Density
Provides 307.1 kJ/kg latent heat capacity, ensuring strong cold storage capability.
✔ Stable Phase Transition Performance
Engineered with anti-supercooling and anti-phase separation technology for reliable long-term cycling.
✔ Reusable & Long Lifecycle
Designed for repeated use with stable thermal behavior and durability.
✔ Safe & Non-Flammable Material
Non-flammable, stable, and environmentally friendly PCM solution.
✔ Efficient Thermal Buffering
Ensures fast and stable cold energy release for deep freezing systems.
✔ Strong System Stability
Reduces temperature fluctuation in low-temperature environments.
Thermal Energy Storage Principle
LM-XL-18 operates based on phase change energy storage technology, where:
- Energy is absorbed during melting
- Energy is released during solidification
This enables stable temperature control in deep freezing and cold chain systems.
Applications
LM-XL-18 is widely used in:
- Food freezing transportation systems
- Deep cold storage warehouses
- Refrigerator energy-saving systems
- Low-temperature air conditioning systems
- Cold chain logistics systems
- Frozen food preservation systems
- Industrial refrigeration systems
Material Compatibility
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Non-metallic materials |
PC |
ABS |
POM |
PS |
PET |
PA |
PVC |
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Compatibility |
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√ |
√ |
√ |
√ |
× |
√ |
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Non-metallic materials |
PE |
PMMA |
PP |
Silicone |
PTFE |
Nitrile |
Viton |
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Compatibility |
√ |
√ |
√ |
√ |
√ |
√ |
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System Usage Guidelines
To ensure optimal performance:
- Use in sealed PCM or insulated systems
- Avoid mixing with other chemical substances
- Ensure proper thermal packaging design
- Follow cold chain engineering standards
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials (PVC)
- Use within recommended temperature range (-18°C system design)
Cooling curve:

Safety Performance
LM-XL-18 is:
- Non-flammable
- Reusable and stable
- Environmentally friendly PCM material
- Safe for industrial cold chain applications
After-Sales Service
Glacier Coolant provides full technical support including:
- Latent heat capacity testing
- Phase transition performance analysis
- Thermal conductivity testing
- Cycle stability evaluation
- Volume expansion testing
- Application system optimization support
Handling
- Store in sealed containers
- Avoid contamination from incompatible materials
- Keep in dry and controlled environment
- Follow PCM system engineering requirements
- Refer to technical documentation before use
OEM Support
Glacier Coolant provides OEM customization, thermal system design support, and technical consultation for phase change cold storage applications worldwide.

















