Panasonic / EXTERIOS Z Series
Panasonic EXTERIOS Z 24k R-32 208/230V Mini-Split
The Panasonic EXTERIOS Z 24k matches the ClimaPure XZ 24k at 2 tons: SEER2 20.5, EER2 11.75, HSPF2 11 on R-32, heating to 25,200 BTU at 17F and 20,400 BTU at 5F. Same outdoor and certified ratings, different indoor head.
Refrigerant generation
R-32 - current-generation refrigerant
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- Last sourced
- Jul 24, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.5 / 10
(20.5 SEER2) among 24k systems
(11.0 HSPF2) among 24k systems
(5F certified capacity: 85% of the 47F rating; -15 F heating floor) among 24k systems
(34 dBA indoor min / 54 dBA outdoor) among 24k systems
(6 verified features) across the catalogue
(8 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Install difficulty
- 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
- Senville ELITE 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (SENE-24EL-IHH / SENE-24EL-OH)
8.7 score / 24k / SEER2 25 / -22 F heating floor / 187-253V
Exact destination at Senville: $2,099.99, checked Jul 24, 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 at 2 tons.
- HSPF2 11 with current R-32 refrigerant; identical to the XZ 24k.
- Panasonic dealer support.
Weaknesses
- SEER2 20.5 - the lowest efficiency in the line; same as the XZ 24k.
- Premium price; professional installation required; consider a zoned design for a large area.
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
- EXTERIOS Z Series
- Model number
- CS-Z24AKUAW indoor / CU-XZ24AKUAC outdoor
- Indoor unit model
- CS-Z24AKUAW
- 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
- not supported[1]
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[4]
- AHRI certification number
- 215387075[3]
- Warranty
- not published
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- Installed quote only
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI certificate 215387075, AHRI public directory record 215387075, ENERGY STAR exact Panasonic row for CS-Z24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC, Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series 24k installation manual, Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series 24k product page extracted text, Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series 24k product page snapshot, Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series 24k system submittal
- Specification sheet
- Panasonic EXTERIOS Z 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-Z24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUAC) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-Z24AKUAW / 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 EXTERIOS Z Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-Z24AKUAW / 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 EXTERIOS Z Series 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (CS-Z24AKUAW / 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 EXTERIOS Z 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 EXTERIOS Z 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 215387075 for CS-Z24AKUAW / 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-Z24AKUAW / CU-XZ24AKUACSourced - Energy Star listing
Covers Energy Star status
Last updated
Jul 23, 2026