24V DC Portable Air Conditioner & Heat Pump – 12,000 BTU, Dual Duct, Off-Grid Battery Powered
24V DC Battery-Powered Portable Air Conditioner & Heat Pump – 12,000 BTU Dual Duct
This 24V DC portable air conditioner and heat pump runs directly from a 24V battery system, no inverter needed, making it a fit for off-grid cabins, tiny homes, greenhouses, and other battery-powered spaces. It provides 12,000 BTU/h of cooling and 13,000 BTU/h of heating for rooms of 150–200 sq ft. The dual-duct design pulls in outside air through a dedicated intake to avoid negative pressure inside your space, and the updated compressor runs at ≤46 dB.
Key Features
- Cooling and heating: 12,000 BTU/h cooling, 13,000 BTU/h heating
- Runs on 24V DC: No inverter required
- Dual-duct design: Separate outdoor air intake prevents negative pressure indoors
- Quiet operation: ≤46 dB(A)
- 24V DC compressor and blower fan
- Efficiency: EER 15.79 Btu/h/W (5.0 W/W)
- Coverage: 150–200 sq ft
- Optional battery bundle: Available with a 2.6kWh compact battery
Power Requirements
This unit requires a 24V battery system (not included unless purchased as a bundle). Examples:
- Two 12V lead-acid batteries connected in series
- Eight 3.2V LiFePO₄ cells connected in series
It draws about 700W, which you can use to size the solar or wind generation and battery storage you need for your daily use.
Optional 2.6kWh Battery
- Weight: 50 lb
- Runs the unit continuously at full power for about 4 hours
- Two batteries: about 8–12 hours of continuous runtime
- May cover a full day of use under lighter loads
Specifications
Performance
| Spec | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling capacity | Btu/h | 12,000 |
| Heating capacity | Btu/h | 13,000 |
| Noise | dB(A) | ≤46 |
| Airflow | CFM | 300 |
| Suitable area | sq ft | 150–200 |
| EER | W/W | 5.00 |
| EER | Btu/h/W | 15.79 |
| Refrigerant | — | R-134a |
| Compressor | — | 24V DC |
Power Consumption
| Spec | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Rated power input | W | 700 |
| Rated current | A | 30 |
| Input voltage range | V | DC 21–30 |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Unit dimensions (net) | in | 14 × 14 × 30 |
| Shipping dimensions | in | 22 × 16 × 31 |
| Weight (net/gross) | lb | 49 / 57 |
Ideal For
- Off-grid cabins and tiny homes
- Greenhouses
- Solar- or wind-powered battery systems
- Small rooms of 150–200 sq ft
FAQs
Does it need an inverter?
No. It runs directly on 24V DC power.
What battery do I need?
A 24V battery system, such as two 12V lead-acid batteries in series or eight 3.2V LiFePO₄ cells in series.
How much power does it use?
About 700W at a rated current of 30A.
How long will it run on a battery?
With the optional 2.6kWh battery, about 4 hours continuously at full power. Two batteries provide about 8–12 hours.
Does it heat as well as cool?
Yes. It’s a heat pump with 13,000 BTU/h of heating capacity.
What size room does it cool?
150–200 sq ft.
Why dual duct?
The separate outdoor air intake keeps the unit from pulling conditioned air out of your space, avoiding negative pressure indoors.