Product overview
ACiQ 18000 BTU Slim Ceiling Cassette Mini Split Air Handler (R454B) - ACIQ-SCC-18-HH-MB
Summary
Slim Ceiling Cassettes give you the advantages of a traditional cassette, but in a slimmer profile designed to fit between 16”-on-center joists. This means an easier installation in many cases.
Slim Ceiling Cassettes have a one-way air delivery, taking in return air along one edge and delivering conditioned air out the other. Traditional ceiling cassettes send conditioned air out in 4 directions and take return air in at the center.
Slim Ceiling Cassette air handlers provide the same high-efficiency heating and cooling of a regular wall-mounted unit and come with a hand-held remote control. Once mounted in the ceiling, only the grille is visible for the most understated appearance.
Switchable Sizing
- ACiQ-SCC1218 – 18,000 BTU default, switchable to 12,000 BTU by changing the dip switch
FEATURES
- Narrow profile fits between 16 inch-on-center joists
- Switchable size – select between 12,000 BTU and 18,000 BTU
- No-ladder filter cleaning – grille lowers on cables for easy access to filter
- Handheld remote included
- Decorative Grille included
Important
Professional installation required for warranty validation. Registration must be completed within 60 days of installation at ACiQ.com. Installation materials (line sets, control wire, drain hose, whip, and disconnect) are not included but available separately. This system uses R454B refrigerant.
What's Included
- Slim Ceiling Cassette Air Handler: ACIQ-SCC-18-HH-MB
- Decorative Grille
- Wireless Remote Control
- Installation Manual
- User's Manual
- Manufacturer Warranty
Technical Specifications
| 18,000 BTU Slim Ceiling Cassette ACiQ Mini Split Air Handler| R454B | |
|---|---|
| SKU | SCC-18-HH-MB |
| Weight (in lbs) | 43.870000 |
| Brand/Manufacturer | ACiQ |
| Controller | Wireless Included |
| Cooling BTU | 16700 BTU |
| Heating BTU | 20000 BTU |
| Maximum CFM | 400 |
| Decibel Level (dBA) | 35 |
| Electric Heat | Heat Pump |
| Refrigerant | R454B |
| Liquid Line | 1/4" |
| Suction Line | 1/2" |
| Electrical | 208/230V 1 Phase 60Hz |
| Phase | Single Phase |
| BTU/Tonnage | 18,000 BTU/1.5 Ton |
| Mini Split Type | Ceiling Cassette |
| Zone Compatibility | Multi Zone |
| Height | 8.98" |
| Width | 50.31" |
| Depth | 13.19" |
| Warranty | 12 year compressor, 7 year parts with online registration |
| Resources | |
| Safety Information | PROPOSITION 65 WARNING |
Warranty
- 12 year compressor limited warranty (with online registration)
- 7 year parts limited warranty (with online registration and professional installation)
- 1 year remote control warranty
Installation Considerations
Slim Ceiling Cassettes are flush-mounted, which requires removal of enough ceiling material to create a cavity for the unit. The Slim Ceiling cassette is designed to fit between 16” on center joists, and the narrow profile means no changes to your framing will be required in most cases. Additionally, Ceiling Cassettes have factory-installed, onboard condensate pumps to lift the condensation up to 14 inches. From there, it will be necessary to construct a PVC drain system to route the condensation to a safe wastewater location. Refrigerant and wiring connections are the same as the wall mounted units.
Performance Features
- Narrow profile fits between 16 inch-on-center joists
- Switchable size – select between 12,000 BTU and 18,000 BTU
- No-ladder filter cleaning – grille lowers on cables for easy access to filter
- Handheld remote included
- Decorative Grille included
Manuals & Downloads
- Installation & Owner's Manual
- Submittal - 12K
- Submittal - 18K
- Remote Manual
- Service Manual
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Warranty Information
Safety Information
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and copper, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
In-stock systems ship fast and free with curbside freight delivery, typically arriving in 4–10 days. Please inspect each box at delivery and note any damage on the receipt before signing — it keeps any freight claim quick and simple.
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At a glance
Tech specs
| Condenser capacity | 18K BTU |
|---|---|
| Power | 230 Volt |
| Mount type | Wall |
| Installation | Professional installation required |
| Brand | ACiQ |
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