Friedrich FRA14AY42AJ1NALHP Condensing Unit 3.5 Ton 14 SEER2

Product Description

The FRIEDRICH FRA14AY42AJ1NALHP is a single-stage residential air conditioning condensing unit rated at 42,000 BTU/h (3.5 nominal tons) with a 14 SEER2 efficiency rating. It operates on R454B refrigerant, a lower-GWP alternative to R-410A that meets current EPA regulatory requirements. This outdoor unit pairs with a compatible indoor evaporator coil and air handler or furnace to form a split-system cooling installation. Licensed HVAC technicians handle specification, installation, and refrigerant handling for this equipment class.

This condensing unit is sized for residential or light-commercial applications where a 3.5-ton cooling load has been calculated. The single-stage compressor operation suits standard load profiles without the complexity of variable-capacity systems. It is designed for installation in split-system configurations where the outdoor condensing unit connects to a matched indoor coil via refrigerant lineset. Installers working in jurisdictions that have adopted current efficiency standards will find the 14 SEER2 rating compliant with applicable regional minimums.

Key Features

• 42,000 BTU/h cooling capacity (3.5 nominal tons)
• 14 SEER2 seasonal energy efficiency rating
• R454B refrigerant charge — lower global warming potential than R-410A
• Single-stage compressor operation for straightforward system control
• Outdoor condensing unit designed for split-system pairing with a matched evaporator coil

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style outdoor condensing unit for residential split-system cooling applications. Specific matched indoor coil and air handler pairings should be verified against FRIEDRICH equipment documentation and AHRI certified system combinations prior to installation.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by an EPA Section 608 certified HVAC technician due to the sealed refrigerant system. Disconnect and lock out all electrical power before any service work on the unit. R454B is an A2L mildly flammable refrigerant — follow all applicable safety guidelines and local codes regarding handling, leak detection, and working clearances. Reference NEC requirements for disconnect sizing, wire gauge, and overcurrent protection for the outdoor unit.

Technical Specifications

• Cooling Capacity: 42,000 BTU/h
• Nominal Tonnage: 3.5 tons
• SEER2 Rating: 14
• Refrigerant Type: R454B
• Compressor Stages: Single Stage

Standard Information

• Brand: FRIEDRICH
• Manufacturer Part Number: FRA14AY42AJ1NALHP