{"product_id":"lennox-elite-el18kcv-060-230-variable-speed-air-conditioner-5-ton-r-454b-19-50-seer2","title":"Lennox Elite EL18KCV-060-230 Variable Speed Air Conditioner 5 Ton R-454B 19.50 SEER2","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLennox Elite EL18KCV-060-230 Variable Speed Air Conditioner 5 Ton R-454B 19.50 SEER2\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLennox Elite EL18KCV-060-230\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the high-efficiency \"cooling brain\" for your home’s environmental control, utilizing advanced inverter-driven technology to modulate cooling output. Unlike standard single-stage units, this \u003cstrong\u003eVariable Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e air conditioner adjusts its compressor speed in tiny increments to match your home’s real-time cooling demand, significantly reducing energy waste and humidity. Specifically designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eElite Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 5-ton powerhouse is among the first to utilize \u003cstrong\u003eR-454B\u003c\/strong\u003e, the next-generation low-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerant, ensuring your system meets the latest environmental standards while delivering up to \u003cstrong\u003e19.50 SEER2\u003c\/strong\u003e efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision OEM Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a proprietary inverter control that communicates directly with the indoor unit to maintain temperatures within 0.5 degrees of your thermostat setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable-Capacity Compressor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the \"on\/off\" cycling of traditional air conditioners, providing whisper-quiet operation and superior dehumidification during long summer afternoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly R-454B Refrigerant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for the 2025 refrigerant transition, utilizing R-454B to provide high-performance cooling with a significantly lower environmental impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantum™ Coil Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed with a fortified aluminum alloy that resists corrosion in harsh coastal environments, extending the life of the outdoor condenser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Integrated Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in sensors monitor system pressures and temperatures in real-time, allowing the unit to self-protect against electrical surges or refrigerant flow issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lennox (Elite Series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lennox Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel #:\u003c\/strong\u003e EL18KCV-060-230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCat #:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25U61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\/SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 662551624812 \/ 25U61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 238 Pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208-230 VAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-Phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Ton (60,000 BTU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 19.50 SEER2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerant:\u003c\/strong\u003e R-454B (Low GWP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛠️ HVAC Depot Pro Tip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTake a Picture First!\u003c\/strong\u003e Before removing your old condenser, photograph the existing electrical disconnect and liquid\/suction line sizes. This 5-ton variable speed unit is highly sensitive to line set sizing; verify that your existing copper lines meet the Lennox \"Long Line Set\" guidelines if they exceed 50 feet. \u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because this unit uses R-454B, ensure your manifold gauges and vacuum pump are rated for A2L mildly flammable refrigerants. After installation, use the iComfort S30\/E30 setup menu to run a \"Test Mode\" to verify the inverter is ramping the compressor through its full RPM range without vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCross-Reference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperseded \/ Legacy:\u003c\/strong\u003e XC20-060, EL18XCV-060, XC18-060\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Equivalents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armstrong Air 4SCU20LX, AirEase 4SCU20LX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerant Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e A2L Low-GWP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Identifiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-Ton Variable Speed, Inverter AC, 18KCV Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel Compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCBA38MV Series\u003c\/strong\u003e (Suffixes: 060 Air Handlers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCX35\/CHX35 Coils\u003c\/strong\u003e (Suffixes: 60C, 62C, 62D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eiComfort Controls\u003c\/strong\u003e (Suffixes: S30, E30, M30 Smart Thermostats)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurnace Pairs\u003c\/strong\u003e (Suffixes: EL296V, SL280V, EL280E)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s7d9.scene7.com\/is\/content\/lennoxinternational\/211155-05-000\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Product Specifications\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s7d9.scene7.com\/is\/content\/lennoxinternational\/508698-01-000\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Installation Instructions\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lennox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52451506028907,"sku":"EL18KCV-060-230","price":5973.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0922\/9683\/9531\/files\/EL18KCV-060-230.jpg?v=1773337522","url":"https:\/\/tophvacparts.com\/products\/lennox-elite-el18kcv-060-230-variable-speed-air-conditioner-5-ton-r-454b-19-50-seer2","provider":"HVAC Parts and Equipment Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}