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HEIL

HEIL N5A8T36*K*WAA*

split central air conditioner · ~3 ton (36,600 BTU/h cooling) · matched coil FE*TT4*37+TXV

A split central air conditioner rated SEER2 17 — the seasonal number that sets your summer running cost.

3 ton SEER2 17 · high-efficiency EER2 13.5 R-454B · next-gen Split
17
SEER2

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At a glance

Who it's for

Cooling a home that needs about 3 tons of capacity, replacing an aging AC condenser.

The standout number

SEER2 17 (EER2 13.5 at peak 95°F) — higher means lower cooling bills.

The catch

A central AC is contractor-installed — the number that matters is the installed price with a matched coil, so get a few local quotes.

The Verified Label — every certified spec

Verified LabelCertified cooling performance & running cost
AHRI ref 218672885
cert date not published
status: Active

Cooling efficiency — source: AHRI / ENERGY STAR

SEER2 seasonal cooling efficiency — sets your summer bill17
EER2 steady-state efficiency at 95°F outdoor13.5

Capacity & configuration — source: AHRI

Cooling capacity at 95°F outdoor36,600 BTU/h · ~3 ton
System typeSplit (condenser + indoor coil)
Matched indoor coilFE*TT4*37+TXV

Operating cost — computed by Verified HVAC Data

Estimated annual cooling cost

$405

per year at U.S. average electricity prices & a typical cooling season

Efficiency tier

SEER2 17

high-efficiency — noticeably lower summer bills

Cooling cost falls as SEER2 rises. Your climate and local electricity price change the total — compare running costs →

Refrigerant & identity

RefrigerantGWP ≈ 466 (IPCC)R-454B
EnergyGuide labelYes — FTC EnergyGuide
ENERGY STARNot listed
SegmentResidential
Outdoor modelN5A8T36*K*WAA*
AHRI reference #218672885

How it ranks

Where this condenser sits among the 760 central air conditioners we track, on the two efficiency numbers that decide a cooling bill. Percentiles are computed from our corpus (higher = better).

SEER2

Better than 99%

of the 760 units with a published SEER2

EER2

Better than 96%

of the 760 units with a published EER2

Brand, warranty & reliability

AverageHeil

An International Comfort Products (ICP) brand owned by Carrier, so it benefits from Carrier's QC but uses lower-grade components than Carrier's premium lines; reliability is solidly mid-tier (comparable to Rheem/Armstrong) and it shares hardware with sibling ICP brands Tempstar/Comfortmaker.

Parts warranty10 yr registered / 5 yr unregistered (registration required within 90 days)
Compressor10 yr compressor; No-Hassle Replacement (unit swap for failed compressor/coil/heat exchanger) on select models, not entry-level

Reliability is our read of published brand assessments (source), not a certified rating — real-world dependability hinges on a correct install more than the brand. Warranty terms are the manufacturer's (policy) and almost always require online registration within 60–90 days for the full length.

What it costs installed

$5,000–$9,500typical installed · national

For a 3-ton central AC, replacing an existing system. At SEER2 17 (mid efficiency), expect the middle of this range.

  • Includes equipment, standard installation, and permit, reusing your existing ductwork and electrical.
  • Excludes ductwork replacement, electrical/panel upgrades, and major venting or line-set (refrigerant piping) work — those add cost.
  • A national range, not a quote — your price moves with local labor, home layout, and contractor. Always get 2–3 quotes.

Installed ranges reconciled from published 2026 market data (source, more on the costs page); lead-gen figures that omit labor or permits are trimmed out. The certified specs above are exact — installed price is a range that depends on your home.

Rebates & incentives

Central AC rebates are thinner than heat-pump rebates and usually require a high SEER2 tier. The federal 25C credit expired December 31, 2025; the live money is state and utility programs. Check what applies where you live on our rebates page.

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Frequently asked questions

How efficient is the HEIL N5A8T36*K*WAA*?

It is rated SEER2 17 and EER2 13.5. SEER2 is the seasonal cooling efficiency — the higher the number, the less electricity it uses to remove the same heat. Current federal minimums are SEER2 13.4–14.3 depending on region, so this unit sits well above the floor.

What does the HEIL N5A8T36*K*WAA* cost to run?

We estimate about $405 a year to cool with it at U.S. average electricity prices and a typical cooling season. Your climate and local power price move the number — cooling cost scales inversely with SEER2.

What refrigerant does the HEIL N5A8T36*K*WAA* use?

R-454B, which has a global-warming potential (GWP) of about 466. This is one of the lower-GWP refrigerants replacing R-410A.

Where can I buy the HEIL N5A8T36*K*WAA*?

Central AC condensers like this are installed by a licensed HVAC contractor, who matches the coil, pulls the permit and charges the refrigerant. Get a few installed quotes and compare the total price, not just the equipment.

Sources. Performance ratings from the AHRI Directory (cited by reference number 218672885; not a verbatim mirror) and ENERGY STAR certification data. Annual cooling cost and percentile figures are computed by Verified HVAC Data from published ratings and EIA U.S. average electricity prices — see our methodology. Refrigerant GWP is the IPCC value for that refrigerant. We publish no star ratings and take no payment for placement. "Not published" means the source registry doesn't disclose it — we never fill a spec with a guess.

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