Description
The AireVantage 1.5 Ton 14.3 SEER2 Heat Pump Air Conditioner Split System with R-454B Refrigerant (USH4BE5M1SP18K-B65BMMX18K-A) is a matched residential heating and cooling system combining the USH4BE5M1SP18K outdoor heat pump condenser with the B65BMMX18K-A multi-position air handler. The certified combination provides 17,800 BTU cooling capacity at 95°F, 14.3 SEER2, 11.0 EER2, and 7.5 HSPF2.
The system uses R-454B refrigerant and features a scroll compressor, PSC blower motor, microchannel coil, factory-installed TXV/TEV metering device, and multi-position air-handler design. It is intended to provide both heating and cooling for compatible residential applications.
Key Features
- 1.5 Ton Capacity – Designed for compatible residential heating and cooling applications
- 14.3 SEER2 Efficiency – Provides efficient seasonal cooling performance
- R-454B Refrigerant – Uses lower-GWP A2L refrigerant technology
- Heat Pump Operation – Provides both heating and cooling
- Scroll Compressor – Designed for dependable outdoor-unit operation
- Multi-Position Air Handler – Supports flexible installation configurations
- PSC Blower Motor with TXV/TEV – Provides multi-speed airflow and controlled refrigerant metering
Benefits
- Provides heating and cooling in one split-system configuration
- Delivers 14.3 SEER2 seasonal cooling efficiency
- Uses R-454B refrigerant technology
- Offers flexible multi-position air-handler installation
- Provides approximately 17,800 BTU of cooling at 95°F
- Uses a scroll compressor for reliable operation
- Designed as a matched AireVantage system
Compatibility & Installation
The USH4BE5M1SP18K-B65BMMX18K-A is a published matched-system combination. The available matchup data lists 17,800 BTU cooling capacity at 95°F, 11.0 EER2, 14.3 SEER2, and 7.5 HSPF2.
The B65BMMX18K-A air handler is a 1.5-ton multi-position model with a PSC blower, 451–732 CFM airflow range, TXV/TEV metering, and R-454B refrigerant compatibility. It supports horizontal, upflow, downflow, and vertical applications.
Installation considerations:
- Verify proper system sizing for the application
- Confirm the outdoor unit and air handler are the intended matched combination
- Verify electrical and refrigerant-line requirements
- Follow applicable R-454B/A2L installation and safety requirements
- Follow manufacturer installation instructions and local codes
- Installation should be completed by a qualified HVAC professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this AireVantage system?
It is a 1.5-ton heat pump split system with a nominal 18,000 BTU capacity. The matched system provides 17,800 BTU of cooling at 95°F.
What is the SEER2 rating?
The matched system is rated at 14.3 SEER2.
What refrigerant does it use?
The system uses R-454B refrigerant.
Does this system provide heating?
Yes. It is a heat pump system designed for both heating and cooling, with a published 7.5 HSPF2 rating.
What indoor air handler is included?
The matched indoor unit is the B65BMMX18K-A 1.5-ton multi-position air handler.
