Air Conditioners
Air conditioners may look similar, but their Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER/SEER2 and EER/EER2) can vary widely. For air conditioners, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) new minimum efficiency standards vary by region, so your choice of AC units will depend on where you live.
The DOE’s regional breakdown by state is as follows:
- North
- 14.0 SEER/ 13.4 SEER2
- Southeast
- 15.0 SEER/ 14.3 SEER2
- 12.2 EER/11.7 EER2
- Southwest
- 15.0 SEER/ 14.3 SEER2
- 12.2 EER/11.7 EER2
SEER Versus SEER2
SEER2 is an updated rating standard introduced by the DOE. SEER2 standards are intended to provide a better gauge of typical home operating conditions whereas the older SEER rating utilized very precise protocols to determine ratings in ideal conditions. SEER2 standards include updated testing means that give a better indication of how a unit will operate in the real world.
Much like miles-per-gallon for a car, SEER/SEER2 and EER/EER2 offer an easy way to compare efficiencies of different products – the higher the rating, the more efficient the unit. Just be sure you are comparing either SEER vs SEER or SEER2 vs SEER2 (same for EER/EER2).
EER2 Versus SEER2
EER2 and SEER2 both evaluate an air conditioner’s energy efficiency, but they’re concerned with two different types of temperature conditions:
- EER2 measures an air conditioner’s efficiency at the peak cooling temperature of 95°F.
- SEER2 measures an air conditioner’s efficiency throughout an entire cooling season, with temperatures ranging from 65°F to 104°F.
ABC Heating & Air Conditioning Can Help You Choose
We currently offer a line of air conditioners that meet the local minimum rating and go all the way up to a 24 SEER2. Depending on your average usage, higher SEER2/EER2 air conditioners can significantly reduce your electric bill.
Additionally, we offer many air conditioners that have advanced features, such as 2-stage compressors and variable speed fan operation. These features not only improve the comfort level of your home but can provide additional energy savings as well. Call us now at (217) 352-5400.
Air Conditioning Product Offering
High-Efficiency Split System Air Conditioner
Model Family: ASXV9
Efficiency SEER2: Up TO 23.5 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Certified: ENERGY STAR® Certified
Sound Level: Quiet Operation
Refrigerant Type: R410A
Compressor: Variable-speed swing and scroll compressors
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-Year Compressor Limited Warranty
Manufacturer’s Stated Benefits:
- High-density compressor sound blanket
- Integrated communicating ComfortBridge™ Technology
- Commissioning and diagnostics via indoor board Bluetooth with the CoolCloud™ phone and tablet application
- In communicating mode, only two lowvoltage wires to outdoor unit required
- Diagnostic indicator lights, seven-segment LED display, and fault code storage
- Field-installed bi-flow filter drier
- AHRI Certified; ETL Listed
S- Series High Efficiency Variable-Speed R-32 Side Discharge Split System Air Conditioner
Model Family: AXV6S
Efficiency SEER2: UP TO 17.2 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Certified: ENERGY STAR® Certified
Sound Level: 3 different sound levels (as low as 45dBA)
Refrigerant Type: R32
Compressor: Variable-speed swing compressors
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Factory Warranty Compressor: Lifetime Unit Replacement Limited Warranty
Manufacturer’s Stated Benefits:
- Quiet digitally commutated fan motor
- High-density compressor sound blanket
- Propietary control algorithmic logic
- In communicating mode, only two low voltage wires to outdoor unit required
- Diagnostic indicator lights, seven-segment LED display, and fault code storage
- Propietary Inside intelligence for diagnostics
- Field-selectable boost mode increases compressor speed during unusually high loads
- Coil and ambient temperature sensors
- Field-installed bi-flow filter drier
- Suction pressure transducer
Energy-Efficient Classic R32 Split System Air Conditioner
Model Family: ALXS4B
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 15.2 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Certified: No
Sound Level: Quiet Operation
Refrigerant Type: R-32
Compressor: High efficiency scroll compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Manufacturer’s Stated Benefits:
- High-density foam compressor sound blanket
- Advanced Copeland® CoreSense™ Technology
- Factory-installed filter drier
- AHRI Certified • ETL Listed
- Removable grille-style top design compliant with UL 60335-2-40
Energy-Efficient Split System R-32 Air Conditioner
Model Family: ALXS3B
Efficiency SEER2: UP TO 14.5 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Certified: No
Sound Level: Quiet Operation
Refrigerant Type: R-32
Compressor: High efficiency scroll compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Manufacturer’s Stated Benefits:
- High-density foam compressor sound blanket
- Advanced Copeland® CoreSense™ Technology
- Copper tube/ enhanced aluminum fin coil- 5mm diameter
- Factory-installed filter drier
- AHRI Certified ETL Listed
