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

      Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A

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

      Ranks #29 of 394 12,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $291 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

      SEER2
      26.7 Cooling efficiency over a season
      Excellent · beats 94%
      HSPF2
      10.6 Heating efficiency over a season
      Average · beats 65%
      EER2
      13.6 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
      Very good · beats 76%
      Heat at 5°F
      - Not reported by the maker

      A good fit if…

      • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 94% 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
      BrandTrane / Mitsubishi Electric
      Outdoor unit modelNTXSPF12A112A
      SeriesNV-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 sinceDecember 1, 2022
      Last certifiedJune 5, 2023
      Cooling
      SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better26.7 (range 26.7)
      EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors13.6
      Cooling capacity12,000 BTU/h
      Heating
      HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better10.6
      Capacity at 47°F13,000 BTU/h
      Capacity at 17°F8,800 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 NTXFKS12A112A at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

      Certified matchups3 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.
      NTXFKS12A112A26.713.610.6-202373717
      NAXFKS12A112A26.713.610.6-206709468
      MFZ-KJ12NA26.713.610.6-206709489
      Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$214-$734

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

      Questions5
      What is the SEER2 rating of the Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A?
      The Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A is rated at up to 26.7 SEER2 and 13.6 EER2 for cooling and up to 10.6 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
      Is the Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A 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 Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A cost to run per year?
      At its rated efficiency it costs about $214-$734 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $286 in Phoenix and $631 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 Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A?
      ENERGY STAR lists 3 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use NTXFKS12A112A, NAXFKS12A112A, MFZ-KJ12NA.
      What refrigerant does the Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A 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 $296/yrYou save $340/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 Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXSPF12A112A
      3. What it replaces
      4. Price replace the example with your quote
      Heat pump, per year
      $296
      Current system, per year
      $635
      You save per year
      $340
      Payback
      13.3 years
      Net after 10 years
      -$1,104

      Cooling $158Heating $137Electricity used: 1,847 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $194

      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 5, 2023. How we use the data.