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      12,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · M-Series

      Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH

      Excellent cooling efficiency and average heating efficiency for a 12,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

      Ranks #32 of 394 12,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $306 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

      SEER2
      26.3 Cooling efficiency over a season
      Excellent · beats 92%
      HSPF2
      10.4 Heating efficiency over a season
      Average · beats 57%
      EER2
      13.8 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
      Very good · beats 79%
      Heat at 5°F
      - Not reported by the maker

      A good fit if…

      • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 92% 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 want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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      Details

      Specifications12,000 BTU, R-410A
      General
      BrandMitsubishi Electric
      Outdoor unit modelMUZ-FH12NAH
      SeriesM-Series
      TypeMini-split heat pump
      Nominal size12,000 BTU
      CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
      RefrigerantR-410A
      Connected (smart) capableNo
      On the market sinceNovember 21, 2025
      Last certifiedDecember 2, 2025
      Cooling
      SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better26.3 (range 26.3)
      EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors13.8
      Cooling capacity12,000 BTU/h
      Heating
      HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better10.4
      Capacity at 47°F13,600 BTU/h
      Capacity at 17°F8,100 BTU/h
      Capacity at 5°F-
      COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater-
      ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
      Heating output as it gets colder

      Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with MSZ-FH12NA at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

      Certified matchups1 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.
      MSZ-FH12NA26.313.810.4-201754299
      Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$217-$778

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

      Questions5
      What is the SEER2 rating of the Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH?
      The Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH is rated at up to 26.3 SEER2 and 13.8 EER2 for cooling and up to 10.4 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
      Is the Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH 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 12,000 BTU model.
      How much does the Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH cost to run per year?
      At its rated efficiency it costs about $217-$778 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $295 in Phoenix and $671 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 Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH?
      ENERGY STAR lists 1 certified combination for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated one uses MSZ-FH12NA.
      What refrigerant does the Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH 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 $307/yrYou save $338/yrSee details ↓
      1. Where you live
      Adjust heating and cooling hours

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

      2. The heat pump Mitsubishi Electric MUZ-FH12NAH
      3. What it replaces
      4. Price replace the example with your quote
      Heat pump, per year
      $307
      Current system, per year
      $645
      You save per year
      $338
      Payback
      13.3 years
      Net after 10 years
      -$1,121

      Cooling $161Heating $146Electricity used: 1,919 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $191

      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 December 2, 2025. How we use the data.