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Cooper Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17k Regular Ceiling Cassette 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
16,800 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
20.7 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-13 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The standard-outdoor PRO cassette on the CH-RSH18MCT head certifies at 16,800 BTU cooling and 18,000 heating, with 20.7 SEER2 and 11.4 HSPF2, rated to -13F.

This is the cooling-led choice of the pair, and it is genuinely better at that job than the hyper version - more cooling capacity and better SEER2. The hyper version wins on heating and cold range. Neither is simply "better"; pick by climate.

1 zoneProfessional installCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Error Codes
Cooper & Hunter 17000 BTU four-way ceiling cassette PRO for an R-454B mini-split system.

Image: Cooper & Hunter official CH-RSH18MCT product page

Data completeness: 92%
Last sourced
Aug 2, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.2 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBelow average

(20.7 SEER2) among 18k systems

Heating efficiencyTop quartile

(11.4 HSPF2) among 18k systems

Cold-weather performanceBelow average

(5F certified capacity: 71.1% of the 47F rating; -13 F heating floor) among 18k systems

WarrantyBelow average

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

Feature setAbove average

(7 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

Not evaluated

  • Installation accessibility — not applicable (professional install)N/A

    professional install - DIY-accessibility not applicable

  • Price-to-value — not evaluatedN/A

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

16,800BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

18,000BTU/h[2]

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional flared-line install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 19 A; breaker/fuse 20 A.
  • Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 25 ft; max 98.4 ft.

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Availability and price context

This system needs a professional install, so its real price is an installed quote that depends on your home. We don't link to a listing for this exact model; get installation quotes to price it.

Source date

Model data sourced
Aug 2, 2026
Page reviewed
Aug 2, 2026
Source-backed records
3
Newest source retrieved
Aug 2, 2026

Warranty tiers

Registered
5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor - licensed-technician installation and registration terms

The score uses Registered. Additional published terms are shown for reference and not counted in the score.

Review methodology

Model context

Structured ratings
Certification: ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -13 F.

Strengths

  • Better cooling than the hyper version: 16,800 BTU at 20.7 SEER2.
  • 11.4 HSPF2 remains a strong heating figure.
  • Standard-outdoor pairing; compare its quote with the hyper version's.

Weaknesses

  • -13F rating and 18,000 BTU heating, both below the hyper version.
  • Large head; confirm ceiling cavity depth before ordering.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-13 F[1]
Certified heating at 5F
12,800 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 17F
13,900 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
18,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Cooper & Hunter
Brand
Cooper & Hunter
Product line
Ceiling Cassette PRO
Model number
CH-RSH18MCT indoor / CH-RES18-230VO outdoor
Indoor unit model
CH-RSH18MCT
Outdoor unit model
CH-RES18-230VO
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
16,800 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
18,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
19 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
20 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
20.7 SEER2[2]
EER2
12.5 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
11.4 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
2.2 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
not published
Outdoor noise rating
56 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
not published
Outdoor weight
99.87 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[2]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 1/2 in suction
Included line-set length
C&H cassette and slim-duct systems are professional-install equipment; the installer supplies the refrigerant line set within published piping limits.
Maximum line-set length
98.4 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
65.6 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[2]
AHRI certification number
215864196[2]
Warranty
Registered: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (licensed-technician installation and registration terms). Score uses Registered.. 7-year compressor and 5-year parts limited warranty with licensed-technician installation and registration terms.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
Installed quote only
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI Active public directory row 215864196, Installation manual R454B Ceiling Cassette PRO, Cooper & Hunter Multi R installation manual, Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO official product pages for CH-RSH18MCT, Owner's manual R454B Ceiling Cassette PRO, Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RES18-230VO + CH-RSH18MCT
Specification sheet
Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RES18-230VO + CH-RSH18MCT
Last sourced date
Aug 2, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
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
Field wiring per C&H support-material submittal and local electrical code.[1]

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
1/2 in[1]
Line connection type
Flared line connections[1]
Precharged length
25 ft[1]
Included line-set length
C&H cassette and slim-duct systems are professional-install equipment; the installer supplies the refrigerant line set within published piping limits.
Maximum line-set length
98.4 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
not published
Outdoor dimensions
35.04 x 13.46 x 26.50 in[1]
Indoor weight
not published
Outdoor weight
99.87 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RSH18MCT / CH-RES18-230VO) myself, or do I need a pro?
Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RSH18MCT / CH-RES18-230VO) 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 Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RSH18MCT / CH-RES18-230VO) keep heating in a cold winter?
The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 12,800 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -13 F. Certified heating efficiency is 11.4 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 Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RSH18MCT / CH-RES18-230VO) 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 98.4 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 25 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RSH18MCT / CH-RES18-230VO) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Registered: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (licensed-technician installation and registration terms). 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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  1. Cooper & Hunter: Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RES18-230VO + CH-RSH18MCTSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, electrical_spec.guaranteed_voltage_range, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase and more

  2. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI Active Cooper & Hunter form-factor row 215864231Sourced - AHRI directory

    Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Energy Star status and more

  3. Cooper & Hunter: Cooper & Hunter Multi R installation manual limited warranty sectionSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Legacy compressor warranty value, Legacy warranty value, Registered compressor warranty, Registered warranty conditions, Registered parts warranty, Warranty notes

Last updated

Aug 2, 2026