{"product_id":"24v-dc-portable-air-conditioner-heat-pump-12000-btu","title":"24V DC Portable Air Conditioner and Heat Pump - 12,000 BTU\/h, Solar and Battery Ready","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description power-pdp\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdp-intro\"\u003eA portable air conditioner that runs directly on 24 volts DC, which means it draws straight from your batteries or solar array with no inverter in the chain and no conversion losses along the way. It is also a heat pump, delivering 12,000 BTU\/h of cooling and 13,000 BTU\/h of heating from a Panasonic DC compressor, at a rated EER of 5.00 W\/W. For anyone running an off-grid cabin, van, workshop, or greenhouse on a battery bank, that efficiency is the whole point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"pdp-heading icon-star\"\u003eWhy Customers Choose This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pdp-list benefits-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-power\"\u003ePure 24V DC compressor and blower, no inverter needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-snow\"\u003e12,000 BTU\/h cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-heat\"\u003e13,000 BTU\/h heating as a heat pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-eco\"\u003eRated EER 5.00 W\/W, 15.79 BTU\/h per watt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-quiet\"\u003eUnder 46 dB(A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-solar\"\u003eRuns from batteries, solar, or wind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-battery\"\u003eAvailable with 2.6 kWh or 5.2 kWh battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"benefit-item icon-size\"\u003eSuits 150 to 200 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"pdp-heading icon-highlights\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-highlights\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"highlight-title icon-power\"\u003eNo Inverter in the Way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-copy\"\u003eRunning a mains air conditioner off a battery bank means converting DC to AC first, and losing energy doing it. A pure DC unit skips that step entirely, which is why it stretches a battery bank so much further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"highlight-title icon-heat\"\u003eHeating as Well as Cooling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-copy\"\u003eAs a heat pump it moves heat rather than generating it, so it delivers 13,000 BTU\/h of warmth for the same kind of power draw. A resistive electric heater cannot come close to that on a limited battery budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"highlight-title icon-eco\"\u003eEfficiency You Can Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-copy\"\u003eA rated EER of 5.00 W\/W and 700W rated input give you real numbers to size a solar array and battery bank against, rather than vague promises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"highlight-title icon-battery\"\u003eBattery Options Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-copy\"\u003eOrder it with a 2.6 kWh compact battery, which the manufacturer rates at around four hours of continuous full-power running, or with 5.2 kWh for longer stretches. All the cables you need come with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"highlight-title icon-quiet\"\u003eQuiet Enough to Live With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-copy\"\u003eAt 46 dB(A) or less with 300 CFM of air circulation, it cools a small space without dominating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"highlight-title icon-tools\"\u003eProper Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-copy\"\u003eA Panasonic 24V DC compressor running R-134A, with an input range of 21 to 30 volts DC that tolerates the real-world sag and float of a battery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"pdp-heading icon-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pdp-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable DC air conditioner and heat pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCooling capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeating capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 to 200 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEER\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.00 W\/W (15.79 BTU\/h per watt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated power input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated current\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInput voltage range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 21 to 30 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompressor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanasonic DC 24V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRefrigerant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR-134A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNoise\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 dB(A) or less\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAir circulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 x 14 x 30 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 x 16 x 31 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49 lbs net, 57 lbs gross\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit alone, with 2.6 kWh battery, or with 5.2 kWh battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"pdp-heading icon-ideal\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pdp-list ideal-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ideal-item icon-solar\"\u003eOff-grid cabins, workshops, and greenhouses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ideal-item icon-car\"\u003eVan conversions and overland builds with 24V systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ideal-item icon-battery\"\u003eAnyone already running a battery bank who wants climate control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ideal-item icon-season\"\u003eSpaces that need cooling in summer and heating in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"pdp-heading icon-info\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pdp-list info-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-battery\"\u003eA battery or DC power supply is required. The unit does not run from mains power without one. Two 12V batteries in series, or a LiFePO4 bank, will do it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-power\"\u003eBudget around 750 W of supply while running. Use that figure to size your solar array, battery capacity, and daily generation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-clock\"\u003eThe manufacturer rates the 2.6 kWh battery at roughly four hours of continuous full-power running, and two batteries at eight to twelve hours. Real runtime depends on load, insulation, and ambient temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-tools\"\u003eInstallation requires correctly sized DC cabling and fusing for a 30 A load. If you are not confident specifying that, have it fitted by a competent installer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-air\"\u003eThis is a ducted portable unit and needs its ducting routed properly to exhaust heat outside the space. Without that it will not cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-alert\"\u003eThe system contains R-134A refrigerant. Do not attempt to open the refrigerant circuit, and have any servicing done by a qualified technician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"info-item icon-size\"\u003eRated for 150 to 200 sq ft. Larger spaces will need a bigger unit rather than longer running.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"pdp-heading icon-faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhy does running on DC matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA mains air conditioner needs an inverter to run from batteries, and that conversion wastes energy. This unit takes 24V DC directly, so more of your stored power goes into cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eDoes it heat as well as cool?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eYes, it is a heat pump, rated at 12,000 BTU\/h cooling and 13,000 BTU\/h heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat power supply do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA 24V DC source capable of around 750 W and 30 A, such as two 12V batteries in series or a LiFePO4 bank, with correctly sized cabling and fusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow long does it run on a battery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eThe manufacturer rates the 2.6 kWh battery at about four hours at full power, and two batteries at eight to twelve hours, depending on conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow big a space will it handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e150 to 200 square feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eIs it noisy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e46 dB(A) or less, with 300 CFM of air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eCan I run it from solar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eYes, that is what it is designed for. Size the array and storage around roughly 750 W while running and the hours you need per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow heavy is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e49 lbs net, 57 lbs shipping weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"pdp-closing\"\u003eClimate control that runs straight off your batteries, heating and cooling without an inverter. Add it to your cart, or message us and we will help you size the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Full Battery","offers":[{"title":"12000 BTU\/h (Heat Pump)","offer_id":58364673294639,"sku":"162-1","price":1690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12000 BTU\/h (Heat Pump + 2.6kWh Battery)","offer_id":58364673327407,"sku":"162-2","price":2290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12000 BTU\/h (Heat Pump + 5.2kWh Battery)","offer_id":58364673360175,"sku":"162-3","price":2890.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/8596\/4079\/files\/8_1e4abd7e-f8ae-45c7-ace1-881295714e61.webp?v=1787621537","url":"https:\/\/ridgelineoutdoorsupply.com\/products\/24v-dc-portable-air-conditioner-heat-pump-12000-btu","provider":"RidgeLine Outdoor Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}