AC Compressors Egypt — Rotary, Scroll & Reciprocating Wholesale

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AC Compressors Egypt —
Rotary, Scroll & Reciprocating
Wholesale from Dubai

GMCC · Tecumseh · Invotech · Kulthorn · LG · Westron® — T3-Rated for 52°C — Shipped from Jebel Ali to Alexandria & Port Said

Egypt’s HVAC market is one of the fastest-growing in Africa and the Middle East. Cairo summers regularly exceed 40°C, Alexandria’s humid coastal climate adds another layer of thermal stress, and the Nile Delta’s cold storage industry demands round-the-clock refrigeration reliability. At the centre of every cooling system is the compressor — and the single most important factor determining whether that compressor lasts two years or ten in Egypt is climate classification.

Al Faisal A/C Spare Parts Trading LLC has supplied wholesale compressors to Egyptian importers, spare parts dealers and HVAC contractors since 2005 — shipping from Jebel Ali Port (Dubai) to Alexandria and Port Said every week. Every compressor we export is T3-rated for ambient temperatures up to 52°C. We do not ship T1 units to tropical markets.

This page covers the full compressor range we supply for Egypt — rotary, scroll and reciprocating — with brand details, tonnage availability, refrigerant compatibility and shipping information.

T1, T2, T3 — Why Climate Rating Is the Most Important Number on a Compressor

Every AC compressor is rated for a maximum outdoor ambient temperature. Most of the world’s compressor supply is built to T1 specification — designed for European and North American markets. Egypt is a T3 climate. Fitting the wrong rating is the single most common cause of early compressor failure across Egypt’s repair market.

T1

Temperate Climate

Max ambient: 43°C

Designed for Europe and North America. Dominates global grey-market supply chains. Wrong for Egypt.

T2

Subtropical Climate

Max ambient: 48°C

Used in some Middle East markets. Still falls short for Egypt’s peak summer conditions in Upper Egypt and the desert interior.

T3

Tropical / Desert Climate

Max ambient: 52°C

Designed for tropical Africa, the Gulf and desert climates. What Egypt’s climate actually requires.

⚠️ The core problem for Egypt: The global spare parts supply chain is dominated by T1-rated compressors. When Egyptian dealers source from unspecialised traders, they frequently receive T1 units at T3 prices. In Cairo, Upper Egypt and the Western Desert, outdoor units regularly operate in 45–50°C ambient conditions — a T1 compressor’s thermal limit exceeded every single day of summer. It will fail early. Every time. Al Faisal only supplies T3-verified stock for Egyptian export.

Three Compressor Types — What Egypt’s Market Needs

The Egyptian market uses all three compressor technologies across residential, commercial and cold-chain applications. Here is a practical breakdown of each type and where it fits.

🔵 Rotary Compressors — Most Common in Egypt

The dominant type for Egyptian residential and light commercial split AC. A rolling-piston rotor compresses refrigerant inside a fixed cylinder — compact, cost-effective, and proven in high-ambient conditions. The 1.5-ton rotary is Egypt’s single highest-volume replacement compressor.

  • Capacity: 1 ton to 3 ton (1.5 ton dominates)
  • Refrigerant: R22, R410A, R32
  • Brands: GMCC, Invotech, LG, Westron®
  • Application: homes, offices, shops
  • T3-rated: all units we export

🟢 Scroll Compressors — Commercial & Central AC

Two spiral scrolls — one fixed, one orbiting — compress refrigerant continuously. Fewer moving parts, quieter operation, higher efficiency. The standard for Egypt’s fast-growing commercial sector: hotels, malls, hospitals and the New Administrative Capital construction wave.

  • Capacity: 2 ton to 10+ ton
  • Refrigerant: R410A, R32, R22
  • Brands: Invotech YH series, Copeland
  • Application: central AC, commercial chillers, VRF
  • Inverter scroll models available

🔴 Reciprocating Compressors — Cold Room & Refrigeration

Piston-and-crankshaft design — the most robust compressor type. Tolerant of liquid slugging. The compressor of choice for Egypt’s massive cold-chain sector: vegetable and fruit storage across the Nile Delta, pharmaceutical cold rooms in Cairo, and supermarket refrigeration nationwide.

  • Capacity: fractional HP to 5 ton+
  • Refrigerant: R22, R404A, R134a, R449A
  • Brands: Tecumseh AWR, Kulthorn, Danfoss
  • Application: cold rooms, supermarket cases, pharma
  • Hermetic and semi-hermetic available

Al Faisal’s Compressor Brands for Egypt — 43+ Models in Stock

GMCC Compressors

Engineered by Midea Group — the world’s largest HVAC manufacturer. Rotary and twin-rotor designs in R22 and R410A variants. The highest-volume brand in our Egypt export orders. Models in stock: PH215G1C-4DZ1 · PH420X3CS-4KU1 · PH480X3CS-4MU1. Browse GMCC →

Tecumseh Compressors

French-engineered reciprocating compressors. AWR series (AWR5530 · AWR5532 · AWR5535 · AWR5538EXC) for medium-temperature refrigeration. The benchmark brand for Egyptian cold room installers. R22 and R404A variants in stock. Browse Tecumseh →

Invotech Compressors

Australian-engineered scroll and rotary units. YH and YL series designed specifically for high-ambient tropical markets. Models: YH89T2-102 · YH104T2-100 · YH119T1-100 · YH150T1-100 · YH175T1-100. Browse Invotech →

Kulthorn Compressors

Thai-manufactured hermetic reciprocating compressors. AZ series — AZ 0411Y537 and AZ A0413YK50Y — used in Egyptian commercial refrigeration and cold room builds. Reliable mid-range option. Browse Kulthorn →

LG Compressors

Korean-engineered rotary compressors. QVS325PMA (18,000 BTU / 1.5 ton) — Egypt’s most demanded LG compressor. CMA low-back series for refrigerators. Very high demand from Egyptian LG AC service technicians. Browse LG →

Westron® Compressors

Al Faisal’s own brand — UAE origin. QD series: QD43H · QD65H · QD75H · QD91H · QD110H · QD142H. R600a and R134a variants for refrigerator applications. Direct brand ownership means competitive pricing and full warranty control. Browse Westron® →

Capacity Guide — Compressors by Tonnage for Egypt

Capacity Type Brands Refrigerant Application in Egypt
1 Ton Rotary GMCC, Invotech, LG R410A, R32, R22 Residential split AC
1.5 Ton Rotary GMCC · LG QVS325PMA · Invotech · Westron® R410A, R32, R22 Egypt’s highest-demand capacity
2 Ton Rotary Scroll GMCC, Invotech, LG R410A, R32, R22 Residential premium, small commercial
2.5 Ton Scroll Invotech R410A, R32 Light commercial, server rooms
3 Ton Scroll Reciprocating Invotech, Tecumseh R410A, R22, R404A Commercial AC, cold room condensing units
5 Ton Scroll Reciprocating Tecumseh AWR, Kulthorn, Danfoss R404A, R449A, R410A Industrial cold rooms, supermarket refrigeration
Fractional Reciprocating Tecumseh, Kulthorn, Westron® QD R600a, R134a, R290 Refrigerators, display cases, small cold rooms

Al Faisal’s T3 Guarantee — The Standard That Protects Egypt’s Market

Every compressor on our Egypt price list is T3-certified — rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 52°C. This is not an upgrade. It is the only standard we apply to every export order for Egypt and the wider African continent.

When an outdoor AC unit is installed on a Cairo rooftop in July, the microclimate around that unit — absorbing both ambient air and radiated heat from surrounding masonry — can exceed 48°C. A T1 compressor operates above its design limit from the first hot day of the year. The windings degrade faster. The lubricant breaks down at elevated discharge temperatures. The thermal overload trips repeatedly. Within two to three Egyptian summers, the compressor fails.

A T3 compressor rated to 52°C has an engineering margin above Egypt’s real-world peak conditions. It lasts.

💡 How to verify T3 rating when you order: Check the compressor data plate for “T3”, “Tropical”, or a maximum ambient figure of 52°C or higher. Ask any supplier directly: “Is this compressor T3-rated for ambient temperatures up to 52°C?” A credible supplier answers immediately. If they hesitate or do not know what T3 means, that is your answer. Al Faisal verifies T3 classification on every purchase order before dispatch from Jebel Ali. Browse our verified T3 range →

Refrigerant Compatibility — Matching Compressors to Gas for Egypt

Egypt’s refrigerant market has a specific profile that every importer needs to understand. R22 still dominates the replacement market because of the enormous installed base of pre-2015 systems. R410A is the standard for all new split AC installations. R32 is growing in the premium inverter segment. R404A and R449A are the cold room and commercial refrigeration standards.

  • R22 compressors: Egypt’s largest replacement category. GMCC PH series in stock — PH215G1C-4DZ1, PH420X3CS-4KU1, PH480X3CS-4MU1. Al Faisal also supplies R22 refrigerant cylinders — compressors and gas in one shipment.
  • R410A compressors: Standard for all new Egyptian AC since ~2015. Requires POE oil. GMCC, Invotech and LG ranges all available. Al Faisal supplies R410A cylinders in Westron® and Maxron® brands.
  • R32 compressors: Growing in Egypt’s premium inverter segment. Invotech YH series supports R32. Al Faisal supplies R32 refrigerant.
  • R404A compressors: Cold room and supermarket standard. Tecumseh AWR, Kulthorn AZ series. Al Faisal supplies R404A refrigerant gas.
  • R600a / R134a (small hermetic): Refrigerator and display case compressors. Westron® QD series, LG CMA low-back. Al Faisal supplies R134a gas and R600a.

💡 Important — oil type: R410A and R32 compressors require POE (polyolester) oil. R22 compressors use mineral oil or alkylbenzene. Using the wrong oil destroys compressor internals within months regardless of climate rating. All Al Faisal compressors are pre-charged with the correct OEM-specified oil. Confirm the oil type on the datasheet before adding any additional oil at installation. Al Faisal also stocks compressor lubricants for all types.

Complete System Supply — Everything an Egyptian Importer Needs

A compressor replacement done correctly requires more than just the compressor. Al Faisal supplies the complete system — one shipment from Jebel Ali covers everything.

Refrigerant Gas

Westron® and Maxron® certified cylinders — R22, R32, R134a, R290, R404a, R407c, R410a, R417a, R507, R600. Using the correct refrigerant type alongside every compressor replacement is mandatory — a T3 compressor charged with the wrong gas will still fail. Browse refrigerants →

Capacitors — Skycap

Skycap run and start capacitors across all standard µF and voltage ratings. In Egypt, a failed capacitor is often misdiagnosed as a compressor fault — the compressor struggles to start under low capacitance and overheats. Always replace capacitors alongside compressors. Browse HVAC parts →

Copper Coils & Pipe

NWM and Sigma copper pipe in all diameters for refrigerant line installation and repair. Egypt’s coastal humidity (Alexandria, Suez Canal region) accelerates copper pipe corrosion — quality copper is essential for refrigerant circuit integrity. Browse copper coils →

Fan Motors

Outdoor condenser and indoor blower fan motors across all standard voltage and RPM ratings. A failed condenser fan motor in Egypt’s summer heat causes condenser pressure to spike — the compressor then runs under extreme discharge conditions and fails rapidly. Fan motor health and compressor longevity are directly linked. Browse fan motors →

Temperature Controllers

ELIWELL and Elitech temperature controllers for AC and commercial refrigeration. A faulty controller can prevent the system from cycling correctly — causing continuous compressor operation under Egypt’s extreme heat until it burns out. Essential for cold room system builds. Browse controllers →

HVAC Service Tools

Manifold gauge sets, vacuum pumps, refrigerant charging hoses and leak detection equipment. A compressor installed without proper vacuum evacuation will fail from moisture contamination regardless of T3 rating. Browse HVAC tools →

Shipping AC Compressors from Dubai to Egypt

Al Faisal ships wholesale compressor orders to Egypt via two routes from our Deira warehouse — both available for consolidated mixed-product orders.

🚢 Sea Freight — Jebel Ali

Jebel Ali (Dubai) to Alexandria or Port Said. Weekly sailings, transit approximately 7–10 days. Most cost-effective for bulk LCL orders. We handle commercial invoice, packing list and Dubai Chamber Certificate of Origin.

✈️ Air Freight — Dubai Airport

Dubai International to Cairo International. Transit 24–48 hours. For urgent orders where downtime cost exceeds freight cost. Compressors ship as general cargo — no dangerous goods classification.

📄 Documentation

Commercial Invoice · Packing List · Certificate of Origin (Dubai Chamber) · Bill of Lading or AWB. HS Code 8414.30. All documents prepared to Egyptian Customs Authority requirements.

📦 Consolidation

Mix compressors with refrigerant cylinders, copper pipe, fan motors and spare parts in one LCL or FCL shipment. Recommended minimum ~0.5 CBM for LCL. Al Faisal coordinates full packing and freight forwarding.

✅ Egyptian Importer’s Checklist — Before Every Compressor Order

  1. Confirm the AC brand, model number and installation year
  2. Confirm the refrigerant type — R22, R32, R410A, R404A or other
  3. Confirm the capacity — 1 ton, 1.5 ton, 2 ton, 3 ton, 5 ton or fractional HP
  4. Ask explicitly: “Is this unit T3-rated for ambient temperatures up to 52°C?”
  5. Request the datasheet or nameplate photograph if uncertain
  6. Confirm the correct oil type — POE for R410A/R32, mineral for R22
  7. Order matching refrigerant and capacitor in the same shipment to reduce repeat freight costs

🌍 Africa Export Desk — Egypt

Order T3-rated compressors for Egypt from Dubai

GMCC rotary · Tecumseh AWR · Invotech scroll · Kulthorn · LG · Westron® — sea freight Jebel Ali to Alexandria & Port Said · air freight to Cairo International


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Frequently Asked Questions — AC Compressors for Egypt

What is the wholesale price of a 1.5-ton rotary compressor for Egypt?

Wholesale prices depend on brand (GMCC, Invotech, LG), refrigerant type (R22, R410A, R32) and order quantity. We do not publish prices publicly as export pricing varies by volume and freight routing. Contact us via WhatsApp (+971 55 874 7919) for a current price list — Mon–Sat 8AM–8PM Dubai time.

Do you supply both R22 and R410A compressors for Egypt?

Yes. Egypt has a large R22 installed base from systems fitted before 2015, alongside all-new R410A installations. We stock GMCC PH series for R22 and GMCC, Invotech and LG ranges for R410A. We also supply matching refrigerant gas cylinders so Egyptian importers can consolidate compressors and gas in one Jebel Ali shipment.

Are all compressors you export to Egypt T3-rated?

Yes, without exception. T3 certification means the compressor is rated to operate continuously at ambient temperatures up to 52°C. We do not export T1 (43°C max) units to tropical markets. Every model on our Egypt price list is verified T3 before dispatch from Jebel Ali.

Can I order Tecumseh compressors for cold room applications in Egypt?

Yes. Tecumseh AWR series reciprocating compressors are in stock — AWR5530EXC, AWR5532EXC, AWR5535EXC and AWR5538EXC — for medium-temperature cold room and supermarket refrigeration. R22 and R404A variants both available. We also supply Danfoss filter driers, ELIWELL and Elitech temperature controllers to complete full cold room system orders.

What is the minimum order for sea freight to Alexandria or Port Said?

There is no fixed unit minimum, but we recommend consolidating to at least 0.5 CBM to make LCL sea freight cost-effective. A typical Egyptian order mixes 10–50 compressor units with refrigerant cylinders and copper pipe. FCL orders available for larger importers. Contact us for current LCL freight rates on Dubai–Alexandria and Dubai–Port Said routes.

Do you supply inverter compressors for Egyptian AC systems?

Yes. Invotech YH series and LG dual-inverter rotary compressors are available. Note that inverter compressors require matching inverter driver PCBs and cannot be driven by standard contactors. Confirm the control system before specifying an inverter compressor for any Egyptian installation.

What documentation do you provide for Egyptian Customs?

We provide: Commercial Invoice (HS Code 8414.30), Packing List, Certificate of Origin (Dubai Chamber of Commerce), and Bill of Lading or Airway Bill. Manufacturer datasheets and product certificates available on request. All documents in English. Arabic translation assistance available for Egyptian customs brokers.

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Al Faisal has supplied T3-rated GMCC, Tecumseh, Invotech, Kulthorn and LG compressors to Egyptian importers and HVAC contractors since 2005. Every compressor we ship to Egypt is verified for tropical climate operation — because anything less fails in Cairo’s summers.

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