Cooper & Hunter / Slim Duct
Cooper Hunter Slim Duct 7k Hyper Concealed Ducted R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split
The smallest slim-duct head here, at 6,500 BTU cooling and 8,000 heating - and it carries the single best heating efficiency in this entire batch: 13.8 HSPF2, with a -22F rating.
Slim-duct heads hide above a ceiling or in a soffit and feed a register, so nothing is visible in the room. The constraint is static pressure: these are low-static units built for short runs. A long or badly balanced duct will cost you far more performance than any spec difference between models.
Refrigerant generation
R-454B - current-generation refrigerant
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- Aug 2, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.5 / 10
(21.4 SEER2) among <=9k systems
(13.8 HSPF2) among <=9k systems
(97.5% heat retained at 5F; -22 F heating floor) among <=9k systems
(5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(6 verified features) across the catalogue
(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
Buyer review snapshot
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 12 A; breaker/fuse 15 A.
- Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 25 ft; max 82 ft.
Alternatives
- Blueridge XS6 Max Efficiency 6,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXS6A06WM0 / BXS6A06UC0)
8.9 score / 6k / SEER2 35 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at Alpine Home Air: $1,619.00, checked Jul 24, 2026
- Senville AURA 6,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (SENA-06HF-IGG / SENA-06HF-OG)
8.9 score / 6k / SEER2 25.5 / -22 F heating floor / 187-253V
Exact destination at Senville: $1,099.99, checked Jul 24, 2026
- Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus 6,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA06WM0 / BXS5A06UC0)
8.8 score / 6k / SEER2 25.5 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at Alpine Home Air: $1,229.00, checked Jul 24, 2026
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
- 4
- Newest source retrieved
- Aug 2, 2026
Warranty tiers
Warranty: 5 years parts and 7 years compressor as standard.
Model context
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -22 F.
Strengths
- 13.8 HSPF2 - the best heating efficiency of any unit in this batch.
- 6,500 BTU right-sizes a small room that a 9k unit would oversize.
- Completely concealed; only a supply grille is visible.
Weaknesses
- Low static pressure - short, well-designed duct runs only.
- 21.4 SEER2 is mid-pack for cooling.
- Concealed filter access makes neglected servicing likely.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -22 F[1]
- Rated heating at 5F
- 7,800 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 8,000 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 8,000 BTU/h[3]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Cooper & Hunter
- Brand
- Cooper & Hunter
- Product line
- Slim Duct
- Model number
- CH-RS06-12MDT-MS indoor / CH-RHP06F9-230VO outdoor
- Indoor unit model
- CH-RS06-12MDT-MS
- Outdoor unit model
- CH-RHP06F9-230VO
- Number of zones
- 1
- Max indoor units
- not published
- Rated cooling capacity
- 6,500 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating capacity
- 8,000 BTU/h[3]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 12 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 15 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 21.4 SEER2[3]
- EER2
- 14.4 EER2[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 13.8 HSPF2[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- not published
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 2.4 COP[3]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 122 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- not published
- Outdoor noise rating
- 52.5 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- not published
- Outdoor weight
- 62.17 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-454B[3]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 1/4 in liquid / 3/8 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
- 82 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Maximum elevation difference
- 49.2 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- supported[2]
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 215864215[3]
- 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 215864215, Installation Manual - Medium/High Static Duct, Cooper & Hunter Multi R installation manual, Cooper & Hunter Slim Duct official product pages for CH-RS06-12MDT-MS, Owner's Manual - Medium/High Static Duct, Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RHP06F9-230VO + CH-RS06-12MDT-MS
- Specification sheet
- Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RHP06F9-230VO + CH-RS06-12MDT-MS
- 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
- 12 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- Maximum breaker size
- 15 A[1]
- Maximum fuse size
- 15 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
- 3/8 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
- 82 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- not published
- Outdoor dimensions
- 30.12 x 11.93 x 21.85 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- not published
- Outdoor weight
- 62.17 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Cooper & Hunter Slim Duct 7,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RS06-12MDT-MS / CH-RHP06F9-230VO) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Cooper & Hunter Slim Duct 7,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RS06-12MDT-MS / CH-RHP06F9-230VO) 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 Slim Duct 7,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RS06-12MDT-MS / CH-RHP06F9-230VO) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The manufacturer publishes 7,800 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 F. Certified heating efficiency is 13.8 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 Slim Duct 7,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RS06-12MDT-MS / CH-RHP06F9-230VO) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 12 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 15 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 82 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 Slim Duct 7,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CH-RS06-12MDT-MS / CH-RHP06F9-230VO) 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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- Cooper & Hunter: Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RES12-230VO + CH-RS06-12MDT-MSSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers Frequency, electrical_spec.guaranteed_voltage_range, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase and more
- Cooper & Hunter: Cooper & Hunter support-material submittal for CH-RES12-230VO + CH-RS06-12MDT- MSSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers Wi-Fi support, Form factor
- 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
- 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
