What is the SEER2 rating of the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK?

The Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK is rated at up to 20.0 SEER2 and 11.5 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.

Is the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK good for cold climates?

It is not cold-climate certified: none of its matchups meet the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria (a COP of at least 1.75 at 5°F among other limits). In places with frequent sub-zero nights, pick a cold-climate 24,000 BTU model.

How much does the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK cost to run per year?

At its rated efficiency it costs about $638-$1,947 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $820 in Phoenix and $1,652 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.

What refrigerant does the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK use?

It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

24,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · DLC series

Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK

Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 24,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #354 of 430 24,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $791 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2: 20.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 18%
HSPF2: 8.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 2%
EER2: 11.5 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Below average · beats 13%
Heat at 5°F: 16,400 BTU/h61% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 1%

A good fit if…

You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.
You want a choice of indoor units - 12 certified pairings.

Think twice if…

You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
Cooling cost matters most - its SEER2 is below average for mini-splits.
You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for mini-splits.
You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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Details

Specifications24,000 BTU, R-410A

General
Brand	Arcoaire
Also sold as	Comfortmaker, Day & Night, Heil, Keeprite, Kenmore, Midea, Tempstar, Smart Comfort, Airquest, LPS Legacy, Viessmann
Outdoor unit model	DLCMTAH27CAK
Series	DLC series
Type	Mini-split heat pump
Nominal size	24,000 BTU
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low power	Continuously variable
Refrigerant	R-410A
Connected (smart) capable	No
On the market since	October 5, 2023
Last certified	April 17, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	20.0 (range 20.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors	11.5
Cooling capacity	27,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	8.5
Capacity at 47°F	27,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F	19,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F	16,400 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater	1.75
ENERGY STAR cold climate	No

Heating output as it gets colder61% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its best matchup at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups12 indoor units

The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

Indoor unit	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	Heat @5°F	AHRI ref.
- ARCOAIRE	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363385
- COMFORTMAKER	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363397
- DAY & NIGHT	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363409
- HEIL	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363421
- KEEPRITE	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363433
- KENMORE	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363445
- MIDEA	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363457
- TEMPSTAR	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363469
- SMART COMFORT	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363481
- AIRQUEST	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363493
- LPS Legacy	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	213363505
- Viessmann	20.0	11.5	8.5	16,400	215569875

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$638-$1,947

Phoenix, AZ$820/yr
Miami, FL$638/yr
Houston, TX$736/yr
Atlanta, GA$791/yr
Los Angeles, CA$780/yr
New York, NY$1,947/yr
Chicago, IL$1,592/yr
Denver, CO$1,332/yr
Seattle, WA$825/yr
Minneapolis, MN$1,652/yr

At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.

Questions4

What is the SEER2 rating of the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK?: The Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK is rated at up to 20.0 SEER2 and 11.5 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
Is the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK good for cold climates?: It is not cold-climate certified: none of its matchups meet the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria (a COP of at least 1.75 at 5°F among other limits). In places with frequent sub-zero nights, pick a cold-climate 24,000 BTU model.
How much does the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK cost to run per year?: At its rated efficiency it costs about $638-$1,947 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $820 in Phoenix and $1,652 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
What refrigerant does the Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK use?: It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

Running cost and savings

Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

Heat pump $831/yrYou save $561/yrSee details ↓

1. Where you live

StateCityElectricity ¢ per kWh

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Filled in from your city's climate. Change them if you run the system much more or less than usual.

Cooling hours full-load hours per yearHeating hours full-load hours per year

2. The heat pump Arcoaire DLCMTAH27CAK

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SEER2 cooling efficiencyHSPF2 heating efficiencyCooling capacity BTU/hHeating capacity BTU/h

3. What it replaces

Current heatingFurnace efficiency (AFUE %)Gas price, $/thermCurrent coolingOld AC rating SEER2 (10 ≈ 15+ years old)

4. Price replace the example with your quote

Installed price, $Rebates and incentives, $ utility, state

Heat pump, per year: $831
Current system, per year: $1,392
You save per year: $561
Payback: 17.8 years
Net after 10 years: -$4,388

Cooling $475Heating $356Electricity used: 5,194 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $237

Estimates use the unit's rated SEER2 and HSPF2, full-load hours derived from NOAA 1991-2020 degree days, average residential electricity prices from the U.S. EIA (12 months to July 2026) and fuel prices from EIA (2025 for natural gas, week of 2026-10-05 for propane and heating oil). Very cold days that need backup heat are not modelled. Federal minimum for comparison: 14.3 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2.

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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of April 17, 2026. How we use the data.