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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, better SEER2, lower price. 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

(71.1% heat retained at 5F; -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

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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

We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We do not currently have a verified in-stock offer from a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-08-02.

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

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

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.
  • Lower price than the hyper equivalent.

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]
Rated 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
Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (licensed-technician installation and registration terms). 7-year compressor and 5-year parts limited warranty with licensed-technician installation and registration terms.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
We do not currently have a verified in-stock offer from a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-08-02.
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 manufacturer publishes 12,800 BTU/h of heating output 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, 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 Cooper & Hunter Ceiling Cassette PRO 17,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RSH18MCT / CH-RES18-230VO) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (licensed-technician installation and registration 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. 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, Standard compressor warranty, Standard warranty conditions, Standard parts warranty, Warranty notes

Last updated

Aug 2, 2026