Optimized refrigeration in a compact design
Danfoss MLZ and MLM scroll compressors for medium temperature and LLZ scroll compressors for low temperature applications are dedicated to commercial and light commercial refrigeration applications. Engineered for refrigeration, this family of compressors offers cooling capacity from 1 to 6 tons nominal capacity at common voltages and frequencies.
Thanks to their unique scroll design, MLZ, MLM, and LLZ scroll compressors deliver a number of powerful advantages. With their high-efficiency motor and optimized design, these compressors reduce energy costs, deliver high-capacity cooling, and ensure an optimized pressure ratio.
Brazed and rotolock connections are available for most compressors.
Refrigerant qualifications:
MLM compressors - R22
MLZ compressors - R22, R134a, R513A, R404A, R448A, R449A, R452A, R407A, R407F
LLZ – R404A, R448A, R449A, R452A
Features and benefits
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Compact footprint saves space in system and reduces logistics costs
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Scroll wrap optimized for refrigeration applications delivers high performance
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Low-friction design minimizes noise and maximizes efficiency
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Patents:
- Thermal fault protection

Documents
| Type | Name | Language | Valid for | Updated | Download | File type |
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| Brochure | Brochure Scroll compressors for refrigeration MLZ LLZ series - GB | English | Multiple | 18 Jan, 2015 | 764.8 KB | |
| Brochure | Brochure Scroll compressors for refrigeration MLZ LLZ series - US | English | Multiple | 11 Feb, 2015 | 564.6 KB | |
| Application guide | Danfoss Scroll for Refrigeration MLZ Evolution A (with POE Oil) | English | Multiple | 22 Sep, 2021 | 3.1 MB | |
| Installation guide | Instructions MLM/MLZ compressors | English | Multiple | 08 Jan, 2015 | 582.2 KB | |
| Installation guide | Instructions MLM/MLZ compressors | English; Chinese | Multiple | 23 Feb, 2022 | 1.2 MB | |
| Catalog | Spare parts and accessories Danfoss Commercial Compressors for hermetic reciprocating and scroll compressors (AC/HP & REF) | English | Multiple | 19 Feb, 2025 | 4.7 MB |
Software
The truth is Cool(selector®2)
Coolselector®2 features unbiased calculations for the selection of refrigeration and air conditioning components based on the user’s requirements or based on standard operating conditions.
