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Haier / Arctic Series Premium Highwall

Haier Arctic Premium Highwall 12k R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
25 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-31 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The Arctic Single 12k carries the same efficiency story up to 1 ton: SEER2 25 / EER2 12.5 / HSPF2 11, ENERGY STAR Most Efficient and cold-climate certified, on 230V and R-454B refrigerant. It is a strong efficiency pick for a larger room from a major global manufacturer.

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Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEA)

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Last sourced
Jul 23, 2026

SplitAtlas score

9.2 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyTop quartile

(25.0 SEER2) among 12k systems

Heating efficiencyTop quartile

(11.0 HSPF2) among 12k systems

Cold-weather performanceTop 10%

(5F certified capacity: 100% of the 47F rating; -31 F heating floor) among 12k systems

NoiseBelow average

(25 dBA indoor min / 55 dBA outdoor) among 12k systems

WarrantyAbove average

(10 yr parts, no separate compressor term) across the catalogue

Feature setTop 10%

(7 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsTop quartile

(15 manuals; spec sheet; 3 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

    This is a professionally installed, quote-only system, so we can't score its price. Get an installed quote to compare real cost.

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

12,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

14,500BTU/h[2]

Best-fit use cases

A large bedroom, living room, or small open area where the buyer wants strong seasonal efficiency and ENERGY STAR Most Efficient status, professionally installed on an existing 230V circuit.

Buyer review snapshot

Best for / skip if

Best for

  • Top efficiency shortlists; SEER2 is 25.

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 14 A; breaker/fuse 20 A.
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; max 66 ft.

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 23, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 23, 2026
Source-backed records
5
Newest source retrieved
Jul 23, 2026

Warranty tiers

Base
5 yr parts / no separate compressor term - limited parts warranty
Registered
10 yr parts / no separate compressor term - registered limited parts warranty

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

Review methodology

Strengths

  • SEER2 25 with ENERGY STAR Most Efficient and cold-climate certification - a strong efficiency-and-cold-weather combination.
  • Next-gen low-GWP R-454B refrigerant.
  • Backed by Haier, a major global appliance manufacturer.

Weaknesses

  • 230V and professional installation required.
  • No current price is shown - cost is quote-dependent.
  • Thinner US ductless dealer/parts footprint than the established Japanese brands.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-31 F[1]
Certified heating at 5F
14,500 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 17F
8,700 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
14,500 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Haier
Brand
Haier
Product line
Arctic Series Premium Highwall
Model number
QS12WP2BEA indoor / 1Q12RT2BEA outdoor
Indoor unit model
QS12WP2BEA
Outdoor unit model
1Q12RT2BEA
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
14,500 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
14 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
20 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
25 SEER2[2]
EER2
12.5 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
11 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
3.2 COP[1]
COP at 5F
1.8 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-31 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
23 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
115 F[1]
Indoor noise range
25-46 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
55 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
24.49 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
88.15 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[2]
Refrigerant charge
50.1 oz[1]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 3/8 in suction
Included line-set length
Haier Arctic Series professional-install sources publish refrigerant piping sizes and maximum line/elevation limits, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
66 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
33 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[3]
AHRI certification number
215876549[2]
Warranty
Base: 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term (limited parts warranty); Registered: 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term (registered limited parts warranty). Score uses Registered.. 5-year limited parts warranty; 10-year registered limited parts warranty when registered; no labor warranty listed.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
Installed quote only
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI certificate 215876549, AHRI public directory record 215876549, ENERGY STAR record 3893505 for 1Q12RT2BEA / QS12WP2BEA, Haier Arctic Series 12,000 BTU outdoor installation instructions, Haier Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU indoor installation instructions, Haier Arctic Series 12,000 BTU outdoor product page snapshot, Haier Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU indoor product page snapshot, GE Appliances Air & Water Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall indoor installation instructions and outdoor installation instructions, Haier Arctic Series quick specs, Haier Arctic Series specification guide, Haier Arctic Series 12,000 BTU outdoor submittal, Haier Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU indoor submittal, Haier ductless warranty
Specification sheet
Haier Arctic Series quick specs
Last sourced date
Jul 23, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
14 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
not published

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
not published
Included line-set length
Haier Arctic Series professional-install sources publish refrigerant piping sizes and maximum line/elevation limits, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
66 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
36 x 8 3/8 x 12 1/4 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
35 3/8 x 12 x 25 1/4 in[1]
Indoor weight
24.49 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
88.15 lb[1]
Drain size
5/8 in OD[1]

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEA) myself, or do I need a pro?
Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEA) 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 Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEA) keep heating in a cold winter?
The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 14,500 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -31 F. Certified heating efficiency is 11 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 Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEA) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 14 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 66 ft. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Haier Arctic Series Premium Highwall 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEA) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Base: 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term (limited parts warranty); Registered: 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term (registered limited parts warranty). 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. GE Appliances, a Haier Company: QS12WP2BEA & 1Q12RT2BEA Haier Arctic Series highwall submittalSourced - 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 public detail 215876549 for QS12WP2BEA / 1Q12RT2BEASourced - 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 3893505 for 1Q12RT2BE / QS12WP2BESourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

  4. GE Appliances, a Haier Company: GE Appliances Air & Water Haier 12K outdoor product pageSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Legacy warranty value, Base compressor warranty status, Base warranty conditions, Base parts warranty, Warranty notes

  5. GE Appliances, a Haier Company: GE Appliances Air & Water Haier 12K outdoor product pageSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Registered compressor warranty status, Registered warranty conditions, Registered parts warranty

Last updated

Jul 23, 2026