What is the SEER2 rating of the Century HSA1430S1-**A?

The Century HSA1430S1-**A is rated at up to 16.0 SEER2 and 13.4 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.2 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 24 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 15.2-16.0.

Is the Century HSA1430S1-**A 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 2.5-ton model.

How much does the Century HSA1430S1-**A cost to run per year?

At its rated efficiency it costs about $861-$2,124 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,036 in Phoenix and $1,755 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 Century HSA1430S1-**A?

ENERGY STAR lists 24 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use 7E[C,U]36BX-**+TDR, HMAS36CX1S-, 7EH30BX-**+TDR.

2.5-ton central heat pump · HSA14 Series

Century HSA1430S1-**A

Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 2.5-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #130 of 199 2.5 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $906 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2: 16.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 26%
HSPF2: 8.2 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 28%
EER2: 13.4 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Excellent · beats 94%
Heat at 5°F: 14,300 BTU/h50% of its 47°F output
Average · beats 65%

A good fit if…

You want a choice of indoor units - 24 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

Specifications2.5 ton, R-454B

General
Brand	Century
Also sold as	Comfort-Aire
Outdoor unit model	HSA1430S1-**A
Series	HSA14 Series
Type	Central heat pump
Nominal size	2.5 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low power	Single stage
Refrigerant	R-454B
Connected (smart) capable	No
On the market since	October 1, 2024
Last certified	May 27, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	16.0 (range 15.2-16.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors	12.6-13.4
Cooling capacity	28,800-29,600 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	7.8-8.2
Capacity at 47°F	26,600-28,200 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F	17,100-18,300 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F	12,600-14,300 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater	1.92-2.12
ENERGY STAR cold climate	No

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 7E[C,U]36BX-**+TDR at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups24 indoor units

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

Indoor unit	Furnace	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	Heat @5°F	AHRI ref.
7E[C,U]36BX-**+TDR	GUH80C090B4MP*	16.0	13.4	7.8	13,400	216372596
7E[C,U]36BX-**+TDR	GUH80C090B4MP*	16.0	13.4	7.8	13,400	216372702
HMAS36CX1S-	-	15.5	12.8	8.1	13,600	218426479
HMAS36CX1S-	-	15.5	12.8	8.1	13,600	218426475
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH80C070B3MP*	15.5	12.8	7.8	13,400	216372598
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH80C090B4MP*	15.5	12.8	7.8	13,500	216372599
HMA30VX1*-	-	15.5	13.0	7.8	12,600	216372700
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH80C070B3MP*	15.5	12.8	7.8	13,400	216372704
HMA30VX1*-	-	15.5	13.0	7.8	12,600	216372594
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH80C090B4MP*	15.5	12.8	7.8	13,500	216372705
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH97T045B3MP*	15.5	12.8	7.8	13,500	216498790
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH97T045B3MP*	15.5	12.8	7.8	13,500	216498821
HMA30CX1*-	-	15.5	12.8	7.8	12,700	217662729
HMA30CX1*-	-	15.5	12.8	7.8	12,700	217662735
HMA36VX1*-	-	15.2	12.8	8.2	14,300	216372701
HMA36VX1*-	-	15.2	12.8	8.2	14,300	216372595
HMA36CX1*-	-	15.2	13.0	8.2	14,300	217662730
HMA36CX1*-	-	15.2	13.0	8.2	14,300	217662736
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH80X080B4MP*	15.2	12.6	7.8	13,700	216372597
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH92C070B3MP*	15.2	12.6	7.8	13,700	216372600
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH96C070B3MP*	15.2	12.6	7.8	13,600	216372601
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH80X080B4MP*	15.2	12.6	7.8	13,700	216372703
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH92C070B3MP*	15.2	12.6	7.8	13,700	216372706
7EH30BX-**+TDR	GUH96C070B3MP*	15.2	12.6	7.8	13,600	216372707

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$861-$2,124

Phoenix, AZ$1,036/yr
Miami, FL$861/yr
Houston, TX$928/yr
Atlanta, GA$906/yr
Los Angeles, CA$874/yr
New York, NY$2,124/yr
Chicago, IL$1,716/yr
Denver, CO$1,421/yr
Seattle, WA$868/yr
Minneapolis, MN$1,755/yr

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

Questions5

What is the SEER2 rating of the Century HSA1430S1-**A?: The Century HSA1430S1-**A is rated at up to 16.0 SEER2 and 13.4 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.2 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 24 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 15.2-16.0.
Is the Century HSA1430S1-**A 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 2.5-ton model.
How much does the Century HSA1430S1-**A cost to run per year?: At its rated efficiency it costs about $861-$2,124 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,036 in Phoenix and $1,755 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 Century HSA1430S1-**A?: ENERGY STAR lists 24 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use 7E[C,U]36BX-**+TDR, HMAS36CX1S-, 7EH30BX-**+TDR.
What refrigerant does the Century HSA1430S1-**A use?: It uses R-454B.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $1,016/yrYou save $461/yrSee details ↓

1. Where you live

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2. The heat pump Century HSA1430S1-**A

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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

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Heat pump, per year: $1,016
Current system, per year: $1,477
You save per year: $461
Payback: 23.9 years
Net after 10 years: -$6,389

Cooling $647Heating $369Electricity used: 6,347 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $111

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 May 27, 2026. How we use the data.