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Friedrich Floating Air Pro 12k R-454B 115V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
22 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-13 F[1]
Voltage
115 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

A 12,000 BTU cold-climate head that still lives on a 115V circuit, this Pro model rates 22 SEER2, 12.25 EER2, and 9.5 HSPF2 on R-454B. Heating starts at 12,000 BTU at 47F and settles into the low 9,000s in the cold, holding 9,300 BTU at 17F and 9,200 BTU at 5F. It is the practical choice when you need a full ton of capacity but only have standard voltage to work with.

1 zoneProfessional installCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Error Codes
Data completeness: 97%
Last sourced
Jul 27, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.6 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyAbove average

(22.0 SEER2) among 12k systems

Heating efficiencyTop quartile

(9.5 HSPF2) among 12k systems

Cold-weather performanceAbove average

(5F certified capacity: 76.7% of the 47F rating; -13 F heating floor) among 12k systems

NoiseBottom quartile

(32 dBA indoor min / 53 dBA outdoor) among 12k systems

WarrantyAbove average

(7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor) across the catalogue

Feature setTop 10%

(7 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsTop quartile

(9 manuals; spec sheet; 35 error-code rows) 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

12,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

12,000BTU/h[2]

Best-fit use cases

A good match for a living room or open bedroom in a cold climate where 230V isn't available but you need more than a 9k head can push.

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 115V; MCA 16 A; breaker/fuse 20 A.
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 24.6 ft; max 65.6 ft.

Alternatives

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
Jul 27, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 23, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Jul 23, 2026

Warranty tiers

Registered
7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor - registration

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

Review methodology

Strengths

  • Delivers 12k of cooling and cold-climate heating from an ordinary 115V circuit.
  • Heat output barely moves between 17F and 5F (9,300 down to 9,200 BTU), so deep cold does not cause a cliff.
  • ENERGY STAR certified with R-454B refrigerant and Friedrich's dealer/warranty backing.

Weaknesses

  • Heating tapers meaningfully from its 12,000 BTU rating to roughly 9,200 BTU once temperatures drop, so size for the cold load.
  • 115V and dealer-only sourcing limit both capacity headroom and price transparency.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-13 F[1]
Certified heating at 5F
9,200 BTU/h[2]
Maximum heating at 5F (manufacturer)
9,200 BTU/h[1]
Rated heating at 17F
9,300 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
12,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Friedrich
Brand
Friedrich
Product line
Floating Air Pro
Model number
FAHSW12A1C indoor / FPHSR12A1C outdoor
Indoor unit model
FAHSW12A1C
Outdoor unit model
FPHSR12A1C
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
115 V[1]
MCA
16 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
20 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
22 SEER2[2]
EER2
12.25 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9.5 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
3.98 COP[1]
COP at 5F
1.9 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-13 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
5 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
118 F[1]
Indoor noise range
32-42 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
53 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
22.05 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
77.2 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[1]
Refrigerant charge
35.3 oz[1]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 3/8 in suction
Included line-set length
Friedrich Floating Air professional-install sources publish required refrigerant line-set sizes and allowed min/max lengths, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
65.6 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[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[3]
AHRI certification number
215792220[2]
Warranty
Registered: 7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (registration). Score uses Registered.. 7-year limited parts warranty and 10-year compressor warranty with registration.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
Installed quote only
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public directory record 215792220, ENERGY STAR record 3995698 for FPHSR12A1C / FAHSW12A1C, Friedrich Floating Air manufacturer page snapshot, Friedrich Ductless Floating Air Pro Single Zone Service Manual, R-454B Refrigerant, 96112000_00, Friedrich Floating Air ductless 2026 brochure, Friedrich Floating Air Pro wall-mounted single-zone submittal, Friedrich Floating Air ductless warranty
Specification sheet
Friedrich Floating Air ductless 2026 brochure
Last sourced date
Jul 27, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
115 V[1]
Voltage range
115V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
16 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
4 x 14 AWG stranded THHN[1]

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
3/8 in[1]
Line connection type
not published
Precharged length
24.6 ft[1]
Included line-set length
Friedrich Floating Air professional-install sources publish required refrigerant line-set sizes and allowed min/max lengths, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
65.6 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
33-7/8 x 11-2/8 x 8-4/8 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
31-7/8 x 23 x 11 in[1]
Indoor weight
22.05 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
77.2 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Friedrich Floating Air Pro 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (FAHSW12A1C / FPHSR12A1C) myself, or do I need a pro?
Friedrich Floating Air Pro 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (FAHSW12A1C / FPHSR12A1C) 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 Friedrich Floating Air Pro 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (FAHSW12A1C / FPHSR12A1C) keep heating in a cold winter?
The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 9,200 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -13 F. Certified heating efficiency is 9.5 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 Friedrich Floating Air Pro 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (FAHSW12A1C / FPHSR12A1C) need?
Published electrical requirements: 115 V voltage, 16 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 65.6 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 24.6 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Friedrich Floating Air Pro 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (FAHSW12A1C / FPHSR12A1C) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Registered: 7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (registration). 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. Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.: FAHFW09A3D & FPHSR09A3D Friedrich Floating Air Pro specificationsSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Manufacturer wire notes and more

  2. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail 215792220 for FAHSW12A1C / FPHSR12A1CSourced - AHRI directory

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

  3. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR record 3995698 for FPHSR12A1C / FAHSW12A1CSourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

  4. Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.: Friedrich Floating Air ductless warrantySourced - manufacturer technical document

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

Last updated

Jul 23, 2026