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Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12k R-454B 115V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
12,000 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
22 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
-4 F[1]
Voltage
115 V[1]
Install path
DIY install

The Quick Connect 12k brings the same DIY, 115V formula to a full ton: 22 SEER2, 12.25 EER2, and 9.5 HSPF2 on R-454B, ENERGY STAR certified and cold-climate designated. Heating runs 12,000 BTU at 47F, 9,300 BTU at 17F, and 9,200 BTU at 5F, holding a strong, nearly flat low end for a value unit. Precharged quick-connect linesets keep the install within reach of a handy owner.

1 zoneDIY installCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (4PAMSHQCW12 / 4PAMSHQCO12)

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Data completeness: 100%
Last sourced
Aug 17, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.4 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyAbove average

(22.0 SEER2) among 12k systems

Heating efficiencyBelow average

(9.5 HSPF2) among 12k systems

Cold-weather performanceAbove average

(76.7% heat retained at 5F; -4 F heating floor) among 12k systems

WarrantyBelow average

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

Installation accessibilityTop 10%

(DIY-marketed; 25 ft precharged; 25 ft included line set) across the catalogue

Feature setTop quartile

(6 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(8 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

Key ratings

Rated cooling

12,000BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

12,000BTU/h[3]

Best-fit use cases

Great for a larger bedroom or small living room in a cold climate where a capable owner wants a full-ton, self-installable head on 115V.

Where this system ranks

Buyer review snapshot

Best for / skip if

Best for

  • High-efficiency shortlists; SEER2 is 22.

Install difficulty

DIY-friendly
  • Electrical: 115V; breaker/fuse 25 A.
  • Line set: Quick-connect line connections; precharged 25 ft; included 25 ft.

Alternatives

Availability and price context

We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-08-17.

Source date

Model data sourced
Aug 17, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 27, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Aug 17, 2026

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 7 years parts and compressor as standard.

Review methodology

Model context

Structured ratings
Certification: ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -4 F.

Strengths

  • DIY precharged linesets plus 115V wiring make a one-ton self-install practical.
  • Cold-climate designated and ENERGY STAR certified, holding 9,200 BTU at 5F.
  • Low-GWP R-454B refrigerant at a value price.

Weaknesses

  • 115V draw is higher for a 1-ton unit on a shared circuit.
  • Value-brand support network; DIY means you own commissioning and warranty registration.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-4 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
9,200 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
9,300 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
12,000 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Perfect Aire
Brand
Perfect Aire
Product line
Perfect Aire Quick Connect
Model number
4PAMSHQCW12 indoor / 4PAMSHQCO12 outdoor
Indoor unit model
4PAMSHQCW12
Outdoor unit model
4PAMSHQCO12
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
12,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
12,000 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
115 V[1]
MCA
not published - manufacturer specifies 25 A breaker
Maximum fuse or breaker size
25 A[1]
Breaker needed
25 A[1]
SEER2
22 SEER2[3]
EER2
12.25 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9.5 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
1.9 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-4 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
5 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
115 F[1]
Indoor noise range
No published indoor sound rating
Outdoor noise rating
No published outdoor sound rating
Indoor weight
18.75 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
77.25 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[3]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 3/8 in suction
Included line-set length
25 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
No published maximum line-set length
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
No published maximum elevation
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
216498643[3]
Warranty
Standard: 7 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (published parts/compressor warranty). 7-year parts/compressor warranty
Install path
DIY install
Retail price
We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-08-17.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public directory record 216498643, ENERGY STAR exact check 216498643, 12,000 BTU Quick Connect Mini-Split Single-Zone System with Indoor & Outdoor Units, Line Set - 115V, R454B refrigerant Perfect Aire product page, Perfect Aire Quick Connect product page excerpts, Perfect Aire 4PAMSHQC09 owner manual snapshot, HVACDirect exact search 4PAMSHQC12, Perfect Aire Quick Connect product pages, Heat Pump Systems FAQ, and Technical Resources page, 4PAMSHQC12 Perfect Aire product-page specifications
Specification sheet
4PAMSHQC12 Perfect Aire product-page specifications
Last sourced date
Aug 17, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
115 V[1]
Voltage range
115V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
not published - manufacturer specifies 25 A breaker
Breaker needed
25 A[1]
Maximum breaker size
not published
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
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
3/8 in[1]
Line connection type
Quick-connect line connections[2]
Precharged length
25 ft[1]
Included line-set length
25 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
No published maximum line-set length
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
33 x 8.75 x 11 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
32 x 11 x 23 in[1]
Indoor weight
18.75 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
77.25 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (4PAMSHQCW12 / 4PAMSHQCO12) myself, or do I need a pro?
Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (4PAMSHQCW12 / 4PAMSHQCO12) is sold as a DIY-installable system with a pre-charged 25 ft line set, so no refrigerant handling or vacuum pump is required for a standard install. The electrical circuit is the part that is not DIY: plan on a licensed electrician for the dedicated circuit, and check whether your local permit office requires a permit for the install.
Will the Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (4PAMSHQCW12 / 4PAMSHQCO12) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 9,200 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -4 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 Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (4PAMSHQCW12 / 4PAMSHQCO12) need?
Published electrical requirements: 115 V voltage, not published - manufacturer specifies 25 A breaker 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 No published maximum line-set length, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 25 ft. Longer runs than the included set allows typically mean added refrigerant and a pro visit, so measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Perfect Aire Quick Connect 12,000 BTU R-454B 115V (4PAMSHQCW12 / 4PAMSHQCO12) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 7 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (published parts/compressor warranty). 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. Perfect Aire: Perfect Aire Quick Connect single-zone product documentationSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Breaker needed, Frequency, Maximum fuse size, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range and more

  2. Perfect Aire: Perfect Aire Quick Connect single-zone product documentationSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Line connection type

  3. AHRI certificate #216498643 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory

    Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more

  4. ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 216997533Sourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

Last updated

Jul 27, 2026