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Glacier Coolant LM-XL-18 Phase Change Cold Storage Material Phase transition temperature -18℃

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 High Performance PCM Energy Storage Material | -18°C Phase Change | Cold Chain & Deep Freezing Solution

✦ LM-XL-18 is a high-performance phase change cold storage material (PCM) designed for low-temperature energy storage and deep cold chain applications.It stores and releases cold energy through a phase transition at -18°C, providing stable and continuous temperature control in refrigeration systems.LM-XL-18 is widely used in food freezing transportation, cold storage warehouses, refrigerator energy-saving systems, and low-temperature air conditioning systems, ensuring efficient thermal energy management and long-term stability.

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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 
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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

Phase transition temperature (℃)

Freezing

-18

Melting

-18

Latent heat (kJ/kg)

307.1

Density (g/cm3)

Liquid (20℃)

1.070±0.02

Solid (-20℃)

0.944±0.02

Thermal conductivity (20℃, W/m·K)

0.5591

Specific heat (20℃, kJ/kg·K)

3.5316

Volume expansion ratio of phase transition (%)

≤10

Flammability

Nonflammable

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

Non-metallic materials

PC

ABS

POM

PS

PET

PA

PVC

Compatibility

×

Non-metallic materials

PE

PMMA

PP

Silicone

PTFE

Nitrile

Viton

Compatibility

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
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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.


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