Panasonic Launches Aquarea High-Performance N Series, a Next-Generation Refrigerant Split Solution

Panasonic Heating & Cooling has launched the Aquarea High-Performance N Series, a refrigerant split heat pump designed for flexible installation and enhanced serviceability. Built around the next-generation R454C refrigerant, the new range gives installers a compact and adaptable solution suited to a wide variety of residential projects, from detached houses to multi-family apartment buildings.

Next-Generation Refrigerant Split Solution

The N Series keeps the refrigerant split configuration that many installers know and prefer, with the outdoor and indoor units connected by refrigerant pipework. What changes is the refrigerant. The N Series uses R454C, which has a global warming potential (GWP) below 150, so installers can continue to specify split systems with confidence as Europe’s F-Gas regulations tighten. The range is available in 3, 5, 7 and 9 kW capacities and delivers strong seasonal efficiency, with energy ratings of up to A++ at 55°C and up to A+++ at 35°C flow temperatures, alongside domestic hot water performance rated up to A+.

Installation Flexibility for a Wide Range of Applications

The N Series is built to adapt to diverse building layouts. Piping lengths of up to 50 m and a height difference of up to 30 m between the outdoor and indoor unit allow installers to fit the system into single-family homes and multi-storey apartment blocks alike, without compromising on performance.

New All in One: More Compact and flexible to Install

At the centre of the launch is the redesigned All in One indoor unit, now standing just 1,575 mm high with a 599 x 602 mm footprint. The reduced height helps installers maximise placement options in limited spaces, from utility cupboards to smaller plant rooms, while maintaining an integrated appearance within the home.

The unit has also been redesigned to make installation and servicing easier day to day:

-           Easy positioning and levelling, aided by front height adjusters and rear castors for transport

-           Space-efficient rear drainpipe routing to simplify pipework

-           Top access wiring with an integrated cable duct

-           Easier PCB access through a magnetic panel and fewer screws

Comfort and Performance

Low operating noise plays a big part in everyday comfort, particularly in built-up areas. An optimised system design keeps sound levels down across the range, with the 5 kW outdoor unit achieving a sound power level of just 58 dB(A)*. This gives installers more freedom when placing the outdoor unit close to bedrooms, neighbouring properties or shared outdoor spaces, which is often a deciding factor on denser housing and apartment projects.

Smart Control for Homeowners, Remote Maintenance for Installers

Every N Series indoor unit is supplied with a Cloud Adaptor as standard, installed via the front panel for quick and intuitive connectivity. For homeowners, this links the system to the Panasonic Comfort Cloud App, giving remote control of heating and hot water and a clear view of energy consumption. The range is also compatible with Panasonic’s new Aquarea remote controller, which offers an optimised user interface.

For installers, the same adaptor connects to the Aquarea Service Cloud, which supports remote maintenance in Standard, Advanced and Diagnosis versions. This helps engineers respond faster and keep downtime to a minimum for their customers.

Availability

With a familiar split configuration, a lower-GWP refrigerant and a more compact indoor unit, the Aquarea High-Performance N Series gives installers a straightforward route to future-ready residential heating. The Aquarea N Series range is available across Europe.

For a closer look at the N Series, watch the product video at https://youtu.be/0ltx6rzS6TQ

*5 kW outdoor unit ErP value.