Carrier has unveiled the AquaSnap® 61AQ, its first high-temperature air source reversible heat pump for commercial applications that uses R-290.
The AquaSnap® 61AQ has been designed and optimised for R-290. Carrier says it will deliver high temperatures, increased energy efficiency, noise reduction, and enhanced operational performance. It can deliver high-temperature heating up to 75°C at outdoor temperatures as low as -7°C and operates efficiently in conditions down to -25°C.
The company says the unit’s design makes it suited to diverse applications such as healthcare and collective dwellings and can integrate seamlessly with building systems to meet a wide range of heating needs while minimising environmental impact.
The monobloc version spans capacities from 40 to 140 kW, while the modular version allows connection of up to four units, extending the capacity range to 560 kW.
The company says that components, such as noise-reduction and advanced inverter compressor technology, offer efficient performance based on demand, and reduced noise levels at 78 dB(A), 10 dB(A) lower than Ecodesign recommendations.
“The AquaSnap® 61AQ is more than a product, it’s a milestone for Carrier,” Didier Genois, Vice President and General Manager, Carrier Commercial HVAC, EMEA. “By introducing R-290 to high-temperature commercial heating, we are addressing critical decarbonisation challenges head-on. This heat pump exemplifies Carrier’s vision for a sustainable future, combining superior performance with unmatched environmental responsibility.”
“The AquaSnap® 61AQ is another leading example of Carrier creating solutions to meet its customers’ most pressing challenges,” said Andrew Paddock, Managing Director, Carrier Commercial HVAC, UK&I and Nordics. “This new solution will empower businesses to reduce their carbon footprint while meeting rigorous operational demands.”
The AquaSnap® 61AQ offers digital connectivity to Carrier’s digital platform Abound HVAC Performance for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance. The company says customers gain peace of mind with faster, safer and more accurate diagnosis and repair to secure equipment availability and reduce disruptions.
