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4-ton central heat pump · 15 SEER2 HP

Bryant PH5SAN548**AA

Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 4-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #287 of 319 4 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,610 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
15.5 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 15%
HSPF2
7.8 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 5%
EER2
12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 64%
Heat at 5°F
24,400 BTU/h50% of its 47°F output
Very good · beats 88%

A good fit if…

  • You want a choice of indoor units - 22 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 central heat pumps.
  • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for central heat pumps.
  • Comfort and noise matter - a single-stage compressor runs only full-on or off.

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Details

Specifications4 ton, R-454B
General
BrandBryant
Also sold asPAYNE HEATING AND COOLING, WeatherMaker, BROCK
Outdoor unit modelPH5SAN548**AA
Series15 SEER2 HP
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size4 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerSingle stage
RefrigerantR-454B
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceJanuary 1, 2024
Last certifiedSeptember 16, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better15.5 (range 15.2-15.5)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors12.0-12.5
Cooling capacity46,500-48,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better7.8
Capacity at 47°F46,500-48,500 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F30,000-30,600 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F23,600-24,400 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater2.26-2.30
ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
Heating output as it gets colder50% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with FT5ANBD60L at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups22 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 unitSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
FT5ANBD60L15.512.07.823,600214180113
FG5ANBD60L15.512.07.823,600214180114
PF5TNBD60L15.512.07.823,600214180116
PF5TNBD60L15.512.07.823,600214180115
PF5TNBD60L15.512.07.823,600214180117
PF5TNBD60L15.512.07.823,600214180118
FJ5AN*D60L15.212.57.824,400214179634
PF5MN*D60L15.212.57.824,400214179635
FJ5AN*D60L15.212.57.824,400214179636
PF5MN*D60L15.212.57.824,400214179638
PF5MN*D60L15.212.57.824,400214179637
PF5MN*D60L15.212.57.824,400214179639
FEVB0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400214277467
FEVB0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400214277465
FEVB0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400214277469
FEVB0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400214277468
F55AA*D60L15.212.57.824,400216464184
FEVA0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400217051797
FEVA0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400217051798
FEVA0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400217051799
FEVA0060**+NAVA56001CK15.212.07.824,400217051800
FJ5AN*D60L15.212.57.824,400218426617
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$1,440-$3,847

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

Questions5
What is the SEER2 rating of the Bryant PH5SAN548**AA?
The Bryant PH5SAN548**AA is rated at up to 15.5 SEER2 and 12.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 7.8 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 22 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 15.2-15.5.
Is the Bryant PH5SAN548**AA 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 4-ton model.
How much does the Bryant PH5SAN548**AA cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,440-$3,847 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,775 in Phoenix and $3,214 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Which indoor units work with the Bryant PH5SAN548**AA?
ENERGY STAR lists 22 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use FT5ANBD60L, FG5ANBD60L, PF5TNBD60L.
What refrigerant does the Bryant PH5SAN548**AA use?
It uses R-454B.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $1,761/yrYou save $688/yrSee details ↓
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3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$1,761
Current system, per year
$2,449
You save per year
$688
Payback
26.1 years
Net after 10 years
-$11,115

Cooling $1,079Heating $682Electricity used: 11,005 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $118

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 September 16, 2026. How we use the data.