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Blueridge DS1 DIY Core 24k R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
24,000 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
18.9 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
-13 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
DIY install

The largest DIY Core head brings 24K-class capacity to self-installers, rated 25,000 BTU at 47F on 230V with precharged quick-connect linesets. It posts 18.9 SEER2, 9.7 EER2, and an 8.7 HSPF2 on R-454B, holding 16,300 BTU at 17F and 17,000 BTU at 5F. It's for the DIYer who needs to condition a large space without hiring out the install.

1 zoneDIY installCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Error Codes
Data completeness: 100%
Last sourced
Aug 17, 2026

SplitAtlas score

7.4 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBottom quartile

(18.9 SEER2) among 24k systems

Heating efficiencyBottom quartile

(8.7 HSPF2) among 24k systems

Cold-weather performanceBottom quartile

(68% heat retained at 5F; -13 F heating floor) among 24k systems

NoiseAbove average

(21.5 dBA indoor min / 61 dBA outdoor) among 24k systems

WarrantyBelow average

(5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor) across the catalogue

Feature setBelow average

(4 verified features) across the catalogue

Price-to-performanceBelow average

($1,879 median retail) among 24k systems

Documentation & partsBelow average

(7 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

Key ratings

Rated cooling

24,000BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

25,000BTU/h[3]

Best-fit use cases

Best for a capable DIY homeowner conditioning a large room or open area in a moderate climate who wants to avoid installation labor costs.

Where this system ranks

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

DIY install path, electrical work likely
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 19 A; breaker/fuse 20 A.
  • Line set: Quick-connect line connections; precharged 25 ft; max 164 ft.

Alternatives

Availability and price context

  • Verified current price: $1,879.00 at Alpine Home Air; availability Not published; checked Jul 24, 2026.

Source date

Model data sourced
Aug 17, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 24, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Aug 17, 2026

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 5 years parts and 7 years compressor as standard.

Review methodology

Strengths

  • Precharged DIY linesets make a large-capacity self-install feasible for a handy owner.
  • Strong absolute heat, with output holding around 17,000 BTU even at 5F.
  • Low-GWP R-454B refrigerant handling large loads on a 230V circuit.

Weaknesses

  • EER2 of 9.7 is low, and the unit is neither ENERGY STAR nor cold-climate certified.
  • Blueridge's value-brand support network is lighter than premium names, worth weighing on a head this size.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-13 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
17,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
16,300 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
25,000 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Blueridge
Brand
Blueridge
Product line
Blueridge DS1 DIY Core
Model number
BDS1A24WM0 indoor / BDS1A24SC0 outdoor
Indoor unit model
BDS1A24WM0
Outdoor unit model
BDS1A24SC0
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
24,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
25,000 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
19 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
20 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
18.9 SEER2[3]
EER2
9.7 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
8.7 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
2.08 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-13 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
-13 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
122 F[1]
Indoor noise range
21.5 / 26.5 / 40.5 / 45.5 / 51.5 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
61 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
35.49 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
95.9 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[3]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
3/8 in liquid / 5/8 in suction
Included line-set length
Alpine Blueridge system pages can be paired with different line-set/accessory selections; the AHRI-certified indoor/outdoor pair has no single included line-set length.
Maximum line-set length
164 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
82 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
Not ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
216997594[3]
Warranty
Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). 5-year parts / 7-year compressor limited warranty
Install path
DIY install
Retail price
$1,879.00
Available retailers
Alpine Home Air
Manual links
AHRI public directory record 216997594, ENERGY STAR exact check 216997594, Blueridge DS1 DS2 DS3 Quick Installation Instructions V2, Blueridge BDS1A24SC0-24WM Alpine product page capture, Blueridge Blueridge DS1 DIY Core product page line-set specifications, HVACDirect exact search outcome BDS1A24SC0-24WM, Blueridge BDS1A24SC0-24WM Alpine product-page specification grid
Specification sheet
Blueridge BDS1A24SC0-24WM Alpine product-page specification grid
Last sourced date
Aug 17, 2026

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Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
not published
MCA
19 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
20 A[1]
Maximum fuse size
20 A[1]
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
not published

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
3/8 in[1]
Suction line
5/8 in[1]
Line connection type
Quick-connect line connections[2]
Precharged length
25 ft[1]
Included line-set length
Alpine Blueridge system pages can be paired with different line-set/accessory selections; the AHRI-certified indoor/outdoor pair has no single included line-set length.
Maximum line-set length
164 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
42.60 x 13.27 x 9.21 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
35.04 x 26.50 x 13.46 in[1]
Indoor weight
35.49 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
95.9 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Blueridge DS1 DIY Core 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BDS1A24WM0 / BDS1A24SC0) myself, or do I need a pro?
Blueridge DS1 DIY Core 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BDS1A24WM0 / BDS1A24SC0) is sold as a DIY-installable system with a pre-charged 25 ft line set, so no refrigerant handling or vacuum pump is required for a standard install. The electrical circuit is the part that is not DIY: plan on a licensed electrician for the dedicated circuit, and check whether your local permit office requires a permit for the install.
Will the Blueridge DS1 DIY Core 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BDS1A24WM0 / BDS1A24SC0) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 17,000 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -13 F. Certified heating efficiency is 8.7 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 Blueridge DS1 DIY Core 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BDS1A24WM0 / BDS1A24SC0) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 19 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 20 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
How far can the outdoor unit be from the indoor head?
The published maximum line-set length is 164 ft, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 25 ft. Longer runs than the included set allows typically mean added refrigerant and a pro visit, so measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Blueridge DS1 DIY Core 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BDS1A24WM0 / BDS1A24SC0) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.

Data sources

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  1. Alpine Home Air Products: Blueridge BXS6A09UC0-9WM Alpine product specification gridSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range and more

  2. Blueridge / Alpine Home Air: Blueridge Blueridge DS1 DIY Core line-set specificationsSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Line connection type

  3. AHRI certificate #216997594 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory

    Covers AHRI certification number, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity, HSPF2 (Region 4) and more

  4. ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 216997533Sourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

Last updated

Jul 24, 2026