ACiQ / ACiQ Standard Base
ACiQ Standard Base 30k R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split
This 30,000 BTU, 230V Standard Base unit runs R-454B and is ENERGY STAR certified, rated 20 SEER2, 11 EER2, and 9.2 HSPF2. Its certified heating is notable: 30,000 BTU at 47F, 19,000 BTU at 17F and 19,700 BTU at 5F. Though it is not cold-climate designated, a 5F figure slightly above its 17F figure is a genuine plus for a two-and-a-half-ton value unit.
Refrigerant generation
R-454B - current-generation refrigerant
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$2,100 / Checked Jul 26, 2026
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- Last sourced
- Jul 26, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.3 / 10
(20.0 SEER2) among 36k systems
(9.2 HSPF2) among 36k systems
(5F certified capacity: 65.7% of the 47F rating; -13 F heating floor) among 36k systems
(27 dBA indoor min / 61.5 dBA outdoor) among 36k systems
(7 yr parts / 12 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(4 verified features) across the catalogue
($2,100 median retail) across the catalogue
(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
Not evaluated
- Installation accessibility — not applicable (professional install)N/A
professional install - DIY-accessibility not applicable
Key ratings
Best-fit use cases
Well matched to a large open room or light commercial space on 230V that wants big capacity plus surprisingly steady cold-weather heat at a value price.
Buyer review snapshot
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 28 A; breaker/fuse 30 A.
- Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 25 ft.
Alternatives
- Senville AURA 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (SENA-33HF-IGG / SENA-33HF-OG)
8.8 score / 33k / SEER2 19.5 / -22 F heating floor / 187-253V
Exact destination at Senville: $2,199.99, checked Jul 24, 2026
- Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA33WM0 / BXS5A33UC0)
8.6 score / 33k / SEER2 19.5 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at Alpine Home Air: $2,619.00, checked Jul 24, 2026
- Blueridge XS2 Core 30,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXS2A30WM0 / BXS2A30SC0)
8.5 score / 30k / SEER2 22.3 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at Alpine Home Air: $1,999.00, checked Jul 24, 2026
Availability and price context
- Last seen at HVACDirect on Jul 26, 2026: $2,099.99. Open the listing for today's price.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Jul 26, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 26, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 3
- Newest source retrieved
- Jul 26, 2026
Warranty tiers
- Registered
- 7 yr parts / 12 yr compressor - published per-line terms with online registration
The score uses Registered. Additional published terms are shown for reference and not counted in the score.
Strengths
- Certified at 19,700 BTU at 5F, slightly above its 19,000 BTU 17F figure - solid low-temperature capacity despite lacking the cold-climate badge.
- ENERGY STAR certified at 2.5 tons, which can make it rebate-eligible on a large single-zone install.
Weaknesses
- EER2 of 11 is respectable but not a standout, so peak-cooling efficiency is middling for the price.
- Value house brand means fewer local installers stock parts than for premium equivalents.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -13 F[1]
- Certified heating at 5F
- 19,700 BTU/h[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 19,000 BTU/h[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 30,000 BTU/h[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- ACiQ
- Brand
- ACiQ
- Product line
- ACiQ Standard Base
- Model number
- ACIQ-30W-HP230C indoor / ACIQ-30Z-HP230C outdoor
- Indoor unit model
- ACIQ-30W-HP230C
- Outdoor unit model
- ACIQ-30Z-HP230C
- Number of zones
- 1
- Max indoor units
- not published
- Rated cooling capacity
- 30,000 BTU/h[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 30,000 BTU/h[2]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 28 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 30 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 20 SEER2[2]
- EER2
- 11 EER2[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 9.2 HSPF2[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- not published
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 1.88 COP[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -13 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- -13 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 122 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- 27 / 57 dB(A)[1]
- Outdoor noise rating
- 61.5 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- 54.01 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 154.54 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-454B[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 3/8 in liquid / 5/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Line set length is selected as an accessory on this HVACDirect system page.
- Maximum line-set length
- not published
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Maximum elevation difference
- not published
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- supported[1]
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 216032331[2]
- Warranty
- Registered: 7 yr parts / 12 yr compressor (published per-line terms with online registration). Score uses Registered.. 12-year compressor / 7-year parts with online registration
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- $2,099.99
- Available retailers
- HVACDirect
- Manual links
- AHRI public directory record 216032331, ENERGY STAR exact check 216032331, 30,000 BTU ACiQ Standard 20 SEER2 Single Zone Wall Mount Mini Split Heat Pump System - R454B | 230V HVACDirect installation resources listing, 30,000 BTU ACiQ Standard 20 SEER2 Single Zone Wall Mount Mini Split Heat Pump System - R454B | 230V, 30,000 BTU ACiQ Standard 20 SEER2 Single Zone Wall Mount Mini Split Heat Pump System - R454B | 230V HVACDirect product specification grid
- Specification sheet
- 30,000 BTU ACiQ Standard 20 SEER2 Single Zone Wall Mount Mini Split Heat Pump System - R454B | 230V HVACDirect product specification grid
- Last sourced date
- Jul 26, 2026
Retail purchase context
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Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- 3/8 in[1]
- Suction line
- 5/8 in[1]
- Line connection type
- not published
- Precharged length
- 25 ft[1]
- Included line-set length
- Line set length is selected as an accessory on this HVACDirect system page.
- Maximum line-set length
- not published
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- 49.57 x 14.25 x 11.10 in[1]
- Outdoor dimensions
- 37.24 x 31.89 x 16.14 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- 54.01 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 154.54 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the ACiQ Standard Base 30,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-30W-HP230C / ACIQ-30Z-HP230C) myself, or do I need a pro?
- ACiQ Standard Base 30,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-30W-HP230C / ACIQ-30Z-HP230C) is built for professional installation: the line set must be flared, evacuated, and charged, which requires EPA-certified refrigerant handling. Installing it outside the manufacturer's requirements can void the warranty, so budget for a qualified HVAC installer.
- Will the ACiQ Standard Base 30,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-30W-HP230C / ACIQ-30Z-HP230C) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 19,700 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -13 F. Certified heating efficiency is 9.2 HSPF2. Match those numbers against your climate's design temperature - in cold regions, output at 5F matters far more than the nameplate capacity measured at 47F.
- What electrical circuit does the ACiQ Standard Base 30,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-30W-HP230C / ACIQ-30Z-HP230C) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 28 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 30 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
- What warranty does the ACiQ Standard Base 30,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-30W-HP230C / ACIQ-30Z-HP230C) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Registered: 7 yr parts / 12 yr compressor (published per-line terms with online registration). Score uses Registered.. Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.
Data sources
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- HVACDirect / ACiQ: 30,000 BTU ACiQ Standard 20 SEER2 Single Zone Wall Mount Mini Split Heat Pump System - R454B | 230VSourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage and more
- Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI Appendix M1 public detail for ACIQ-30Z-HP230C / ACIQ-30W-HP230CSourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity, HSPF2 (Region 4) and more
- ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 216032331Sourced - Energy Star listing
Covers Energy Star status
Last updated
Jul 26, 2026