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Panasonic ClimaPure XZ 24k R-32 208/230V Mini-Split
The Panasonic ClimaPure XZ 24k tops the flagship line at 2 tons: SEER2 20.5, EER2 11.75, HSPF2 11 on R-32, with certified heating of 24,000 BTU at 47F, 25,200 BTU at 17F and 20,400 BTU at 5F. It delivers maximum ClimaPure capacity and deep-cold output for a large open space.
1 zoneProfessional installCurrent
Refrigerant generation
R-32 - current-generation refrigerant
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Data completeness: 95%
- Last sourced
- Jul 24, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.7 / 10
Cooling efficiencyBelow average
(20.5 SEER2) among 24k systems
Heating efficiencyTop quartile
(11.0 HSPF2) among 24k systems
Cold-weather performanceAbove average
(5F certified capacity: 85% of the 47F rating; -15 F heating floor) among 24k systems
NoiseBelow average
(34 dBA indoor min / 54 dBA outdoor) among 24k systems
Feature setTop 10%
(8 verified features) across the catalogue
Documentation & partsTop quartile
(8 manuals; spec sheet; 56 error-code rows) across the catalogue
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Install difficulty
Professional install
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 20 A; breaker/fuse 30 A.
- Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 25 ft; max 100 ft.
Alternatives
- Blueridge XS3 High Efficiency 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA24WM0 / BXS3A24SC0)
8.9 score / 24k / SEER2 23 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at Alpine Home Air: $1,939.00, checked Jul 24, 2026
- ACiQ Extreme 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-24W-HH-MD / ACIQ-24ZPL-HP230C)
8.8 score / 24k / SEER2 21 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $2,399.99, checked Jul 26, 2026
Availability and price context
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Source date
- Model data sourced
- Jul 24, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 23, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 4
- Newest source retrieved
- Jul 24, 2026
Strengths
- Certified at 25,200 BTU at 17F and 20,400 BTU at 5F - strong cold-climate capacity at 2 tons.
- HSPF2 11 with current R-32 refrigerant; nanoe-X air purification.
- Panasonic dealer support and reliability.
Weaknesses
- SEER2 20.5 / EER2 11.75 - the lowest efficiency in the XZ line.
- Premium price; professional installation required; a zoned design may suit a large area better.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -15 F[2]
- Certified heating at 5F
- 20,400 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 25,200 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 24,000 BTU/h[3]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Panasonic
- Brand
- Panasonic
- Product line
- ClimaPure XZ Series
- Model number
- CS-XZ24AKUAW indoor / CU-XZ24AKUAC outdoor
- Indoor unit model
- CS-XZ24AKUAW
- Outdoor unit model
- CU-XZ24AKUAC
- Number of zones
- 1
- Max indoor units
- not published
- Rated cooling capacity
- 24,000 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating capacity
- 24,000 BTU/h[3]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 20 A[2]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 30 A[2]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 20.5 SEER2[3]
- EER2
- 11.75 EER2[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 11 HSPF2[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- not published
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 2.25 COP[3]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -15 F[2]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- 0 F[2]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 115 F[2]
- Indoor noise range
- 34-49 dB(A)[2]
- Outdoor noise rating
- 54 dBA[2]
- Indoor weight
- 31 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 14 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-32[3]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 1/4 in liquid / 5/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Panasonic current R-32 high-wall professional-install sources publish refrigerant piping size, maximum length, and precharged length, but no included line set.
- Maximum line-set length
- 100 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
- supported[2]
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[4]
- AHRI certification number
- 214837756[3]
- Warranty
- not published
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- Installed quote only
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI certificate 214837756, AHRI public directory record 214837756, ENERGY STAR exact Panasonic row for CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC, Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k installation manual, Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k product page extracted text, Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k product page snapshot, Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k system submittal
- Specification sheet
- Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k product page snapshot
- Last sourced date
- Jul 24, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- 1/4 in[2]
- Suction line
- 5/8 in[2]
- Line connection type
- not published
- Precharged length
- 25 ft[2]
- Included line-set length
- Panasonic current R-32 high-wall professional-install sources publish refrigerant piping size, maximum length, and precharged length, but no included line set.
- Maximum line-set length
- 100 ft[2]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- 40-31/32 x 9-5/8 x 11-5/8 in[1]
- Outdoor dimensions
- 34-15/32 x 12-5/8 x 31-5/16 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- 31 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 14 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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- Line sets
- Line-set covers
Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC) 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 Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 20,400 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -15 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 Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 20 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 30 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 100 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 25 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
Data sources
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- Panasonic Corporation of North America: Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k manufacturer product pageSourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Frequency, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range, Indoor dimensions, Indoor weight and more
- Panasonic Corporation of North America: Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series 24k system submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Indoor noise range, Liquid line size, Maximum elevation difference and more
- Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail 214837756 for CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUACSourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity, HSPF2 (Region 4) and more
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: ENERGY STAR exact Panasonic row for CS-XZ24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUACSourced - Energy Star listing
Covers Energy Star status
Last updated
Jul 23, 2026