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36,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · 4DH SERIES

Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P

Very good cooling efficiency and below average heating efficiency for a 36,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #18 of 205 36,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $941 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
23.9 Cooling efficiency over a season
Very good · beats 72%
HSPF2
9.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 24%
EER2
11.7 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Below average · beats 16%
Heat at 5°F
25,200 BTU/h68% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 9%

A good fit if…

  • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 72% of mini-splits.
  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

Think twice if…

  • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
  • 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

Specifications36,000 BTU, R-410A
General
BrandDucane
Also sold asArmstrong Air, Concord, AIREASE, ALLIED
Outdoor unit model4DHP2S36M-1P
Series4DH SERIES
TypeMini-split heat pump
Nominal size36,000 BTU
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-410A
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceJanuary 1, 2022
Last certifiedJune 29, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better23.9 (range 23.9)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7
Cooling capacity36,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better9.5
Capacity at 47°F37,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F26,800 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F25,200 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.80
ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
Heating output as it gets colder68% 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 matchups7 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.
- DUCANE23.911.79.525,200208106851
- DUCANE23.911.79.525,200208106851
- CONCORD23.911.79.525,200208106836
- Armstrong Air23.911.79.525,200208106821
- Armstrong Air23.911.79.525,200208106821
- AirEase23.911.79.525,200208106806
- Allied23.911.79.525,200208106791
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$715-$2,351

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

Questions4
What is the SEER2 rating of the Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P?
The Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P is rated at up to 23.9 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
Is the Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P 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 36,000 BTU model.
How much does the Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $715-$2,351 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $942 in Phoenix and $2,011 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
What refrigerant does the Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P 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 $966/yrYou save $906/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump Ducane 4DHP2S36M-1P
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$966
Current system, per year
$1,873
You save per year
$906
Payback
14.9 years
Net after 10 years
-$4,438

Cooling $530Heating $436Electricity used: 6,040 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $472

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 June 29, 2026. How we use the data.