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Della Umbra 18k 19S R-32 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
18,000 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
19 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
5 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install / DIY-marketed

The Umbra 18k 19s shares the 1.5-ton Umbra specs with the 17s version. It rates SEER2 19, EER2 10.5, and HSPF2 9, heating 18,700 BTU/h at 47F but only 3,600 BTU/h at 5F. It is a mild-climate medium-room unit best used where winters stay moderate.

1 zoneProfessional install / DIY-marketedCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-32 - current-generation refrigerant

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Della Umbra 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN / 048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT) mini-split heat pump indoor wall unit and outdoor condenser

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Data completeness: 90%
Last sourced
Jul 24, 2026

SplitAtlas score

7.4 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBottom quartile

(19.0 SEER2) among 18k systems

Heating efficiencyBottom quartile

(9.0 HSPF2) among 18k systems

Cold-weather performanceBottom quartile

(19.3% heat retained at 5F; 5 F heating floor) among 18k systems

NoiseBelow average

(29 dBA indoor min / 54 dBA outdoor) among 18k systems

Installation accessibilityBelow average

(DIY-marketed; 25 ft precharged; 16.4 ft included line set) across the catalogue

Feature setBottom quartile

(3 verified features) across the catalogue

Price-to-performanceAbove average

($1,070 median retail) among 18k systems

Documentation & partsBelow average

(3 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

Key ratings

Rated cooling

18,000BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

18,700BTU/h[3]

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional flared-line install
  • Electrical: 230V; breaker/fuse 15 A.
  • Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 25 ft; included 16.4 ft; max 98.4 ft.

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Availability and price context

  • Verified current price: $1,069.96 at Della; availability in_stock; checked Jul 24, 2026.

Source date

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

Review methodology

Strengths

  • Delivers 18,700 BTU/h at 47F, ample heat for a 1.5-ton space.
  • HSPF2 9 heating efficiency and low-GWP R-32 refrigerant.
  • Standard 230V circuit for a fixed single-zone install.

Weaknesses

  • Heating collapses to 3,600 BTU/h at 5F, so a hard freeze will outrun it.
  • Not ENERGY STAR certified, which rules out many rebate programs.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
5 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
3,600 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
11,500 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
18,700 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Della
Brand
Della
Product line
Umbra Series
Model number
048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN indoor / 048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT outdoor
Indoor unit model
048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN
Outdoor unit model
048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
18,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
18,700 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
not published - manufacturer specifies 15 A breaker
Maximum fuse or breaker size
15 A[1]
Breaker needed
15 A[1]
SEER2
19 SEER2[3]
EER2
10.5 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
2.2 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
5 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
not published
Maximum outdoor temperature
118 F[1]
Indoor noise range
29 - 47 dBA[2]
Outdoor noise rating
54 dBA[2]
Indoor weight
25.4 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
63.9 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-32[3]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 1/2 in suction
Included line-set length
16.4 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
98.4 ft[2]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
65.6 ft[2]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
not published
Energy Star status
Not ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
217619872[3]
Warranty
not published
Install path
Professional install / DIY-marketed
Marketing install label
DIY-marketed
Retail price
$1,069.96
Available retailers
Della
Manual links
AHRI Appendix M1 public detail record 217619872, Umbra Series installation and operation guide, Umbra 18,000 BTU Della product-page specifications
Specification sheet
Umbra 18,000 BTU Della product-page specifications
Last sourced date
Jul 24, 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
not published - manufacturer specifies 15 A breaker
Breaker needed
15 A[1]
Maximum breaker size
not published
Maximum fuse size
15 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
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
1/2 in[1]
Line connection type
Flared line connections[2]
Precharged length
25 ft[2]
Included line-set length
16.4 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
98.4 ft[2]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
37 in W x 12.44 in H x 8.82 in D[1]
Outdoor dimensions
30.9 in W x 21.85 in H x 11.8 in D[1]
Indoor weight
25.4 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
63.9 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Della Umbra 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN / 048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT) myself, or do I need a pro?
Della Umbra 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN / 048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT) 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 Della Umbra 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN / 048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 3,600 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to 5 F. Certified heating efficiency is 9 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 Della Umbra 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-JPB-IN / 048-MS-18K2VRH-19S-OUT) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, not published - manufacturer specifies 15 A breaker 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 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.

Data sources

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  1. Della: DELLA Umbra Series 18000 BTU 19 SEER2 Mini Split Heat Pump AC - 230V, Up to 1000 Sq.Ft. official product pageSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Breaker needed, Maximum fuse size, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range, Included line-set length and more

  2. Della: Umbra Series installation and operation guideSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Indoor noise range, Line connection type, Maximum elevation difference, Maximum line-set length, Outdoor noise rating, Precharged length

  3. AHRI certificate #217619872 - 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 215864147Sourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

Last updated

Jul 24, 2026