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Panasonic Project High Wall 24k R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
24,000 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
23.5 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
-13 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The Project Series 24k is Panasonic's 2-ton: SEER2 23.5 / EER2 13 / HSPF2 10 on R-454B, rated to -13F, delivering 22,400 BTU of heat at 17F. It brings the line's efficient, heating-capable character to a large space at a competitive price for the performance.

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Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Panasonic Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CS-YM24CKUW / CU-YM24CBUC)

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Data completeness: 92%
Last sourced
Jul 23, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.8 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyTop quartile

(23.5 SEER2) among 24k systems

Heating efficiencyAbove average

(10.0 HSPF2) among 24k systems

Cold-weather performanceBelow average

(71.2% heat retained at 5F; -13 F heating floor) among 24k systems

NoiseTop quartile

(-48.5 dBA indoor min / 60 dBA outdoor) among 24k systems

Feature setTop 10%

(7 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(10 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

Not evaluated

  • Installation accessibility — not applicable (professional install)N/A

    professional install - DIY-accessibility not applicable

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

24,000BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

25,000BTU/h[3]

Buyer review snapshot

Best for / skip if

Best for

  • High-efficiency shortlists; SEER2 is 23.5.

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 24 A; breaker/fuse 25 A.
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; max 164 ft.

Availability and price context

We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-07-23.

Source date

Model data sourced
Jul 23, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 23, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Jul 23, 2026

Review methodology

Strengths

  • 2 tons with a high SEER2 23.5 and -13F rated heating on R-454B.
  • Strong mid-cold output (22,400 BTU at 17F); major-brand reliability.

Weaknesses

  • Professional installation required; no confirmed online retail price.
  • HSPF2 10 is good but not standout; size honestly to a genuinely large space.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-13 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
17,800 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
22,400 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
25,000 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Panasonic
Brand
Panasonic
Product line
Project Series High Wall
Model number
CS-YM24CKUW indoor / CU-YM24CBUC outdoor
Indoor unit model
CS-YM24CKUW
Outdoor unit model
CU-YM24CBUC
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
24,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
25,000 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
24 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
25 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
23.5 SEER2[3]
EER2
13 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
10 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
3.08 COP[1]
COP at 5F
2.15 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-13 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
-13 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
122 F[1]
Indoor noise range
27.5-48.5 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
60 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
30.86 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
122.13 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[1]
Refrigerant charge
70.55 oz[1]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
3/8 in liquid / 5/8 in suction
Included line-set length
Panasonic Project Series High Wall professional-install sources publish refrigerant piping size, maximum length, and height difference, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
164 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
82 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
not supported[2]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
218027963[3]
Warranty
not published
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-07-23.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI certificate 218027963, AHRI public directory record 218027963, ENERGY STAR record 4520550 for CU-YM24CBUC / CS-YM24CKUW, HVACDirect exact Panasonic Project Series High Wall 18k/24k model search summary, Panasonic Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU submittal extracted text, Panasonic Project Series catalog extracted text, Panasonic Project Series High Wall manufacturer page snapshot, Panasonic Project Series High Wall 18k/24k source manifest, Panasonic Project Series Heat Pump Solutions catalog, Panasonic Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU submittal
Specification sheet
Panasonic Project Series Heat Pump Solutions catalog
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
24 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
25 A[1]
Maximum fuse size
25 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
3/8 in[1]
Suction line
5/8 in[1]
Line connection type
not published
Precharged length
not published
Included line-set length
Panasonic Project Series High Wall professional-install sources publish refrigerant piping size, maximum length, and height difference, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
164 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
42-5/8 x 9-3/16 x 13-1/4 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
37-1/4 x 16-1/8 x 31-7/8 in[1]
Indoor weight
30.86 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
122.13 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Panasonic Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CS-YM24CKUW / CU-YM24CBUC) myself, or do I need a pro?
Panasonic Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CS-YM24CKUW / CU-YM24CBUC) 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 Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CS-YM24CKUW / CU-YM24CBUC) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 17,800 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -13 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10 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 Project Series High Wall 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (CS-YM24CKUW / CU-YM24CBUC) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 24 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 25 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 164 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. Panasonic Corporation of North America: Panasonic Project Series Heat Pump Solutions catalog high-wall specificationsSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage and more

  2. Panasonic Corporation of North America: CS-YM24CKUW & CU-YM24CBUC Panasonic Project Series High Wall submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Wi-Fi support

  3. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail 218027963 for CS-YM24CKUW / CU-YM24CBUCSourced - 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 record 4520550 for CU-YM24CBUC / CS-YM24CKUWSourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

Last updated

Jul 23, 2026