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Proven Performance.Unbeatable Value.
The DAC Series: 1.5 – 5 Ton Split System Air Conditioner.
Deliver reliable, everyday comfort without breaking the budget. Engineered with eco-conscious R-32 refrigerant and a highly compact footprint, the Dynaire DAC series offers the perfect balance of upfront affordability and long-term durability for any residential build or retrofit.
SMART INVESTMENT
Cost-Effective 14.3 SEER2
BUILT TO LAST
Dependable & Low-Maintenance
VERSATILE INSTALL
Compact Design for Tight Spaces
ECO-CONSCIOUS
Next-Gen R-32 Refrigerant
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Outdoor condensers
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A CLOSER LOOK
DWM Front Return Air Handler
Ductless design
Ideal for additions, retrofits, and zones where ductwork isn't practical.
Quiet operation
Sound levels as low as 53 dB(A) for discreet wall-mounted comfort.
Compact profile
Low-profile cabinet blends into residential and light commercial interiors.
PSC motor
Reliable PSC fan motor with multiple speed taps for application tuning.
Easy service
Front-access panels and intuitive wiring for faster installation.
Matched system
Pairs with Dynoaire outdoor units for a complete comfort solution.
Cabinet Features
- Pre-painted steel cabinet
- Internal thermal insulation
- Front-removable access panels
- Built-in condensate drain connection
- Compact wall-mount bracket
Model finder · DWM Series
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Select a capacity to see the job-critical values for a single model. The full comparison table is below.
Model number
DWM5P181B00*
- Nominal capacity
- 17,400 BTU/h
- Airflow
- 630 CFM
- Voltage / phase
- 208-230 / 1 · 187 / 253 V
- MCA / MOP
- 2.25 A / 3 A
- Fan motor
- PSC · 1/5 HP · 1.8 A
- Sound level
- 53 dB(A)
Dimensions — DWM5P181B00*
- Cabinet width
- 17-7/10"
- Cabinet height
- 20-1/2"
- Cabinet depth
- 20-1/2"
- Shipping carton W × H × L
- 17-7/10" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2"
- Shipping weight
- 49 lbs
Front return specifications
DWM Series · 1.5–3 Ton · R-32 / R-410A · 208-230 V / 1 Ph
*Model suffix may vary by region.
| Model | DWM5P181 1.5 Ton | DWM5P241 2 Ton | DWM5P301 2.5 Ton | DWM5P361 3 Ton |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||||
| Nominal tons | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 |
| Cooling capacity | 17,400 BTU/h | 23,600 BTU/h | 26,800 BTU/h | 33,000 BTU/h |
| Airflow | 630 CFM | 710 CFM | 960 CFM | 1100 CFM |
| Sound level | 53 dB(A) | 54 dB(A) | 55 dB(A) | 57 dB(A) |
| Electrical | ||||
| Voltage / phase | 208-230 / 1 | 208-230 / 1 | 208-230 / 1 | 208-230 / 1 |
| Min / max voltage | 187 / 253 | 187 / 253 | 187 / 253 | 187 / 253 |
| MCA | 2.25 A | 2.25 A | 2.79 A | 2.79 A |
| MOP | 3 A | 3 A | 3 A | 3 A |
| Coil & fan motor | ||||
| Fan motor type | PSC | PSC | PSC | PSC |
| Fan capacitor | 10 | 10 | 15 | 15 |
| Fan motor HP | 1/5 | 1/5 | 3/10 | 3/10 |
| Fan motor FLA | 1.8 A | 1.8 A | 2.23 A | 2.23 A |
| Dimensions & shipping | ||||
| Cabinet W × H × L | 17-7/10" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2" | 17-7/10" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2" | 21-1/4" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2" | 21-1/4" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2" |
| Shipping W × H × L | 17-7/10" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2" | 17-7/10" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2" | 21-1/4" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2" | 21-1/4" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2" |
| Shipping weight | 49 lbs | 51 lbs | 57 lbs | 61 lbs |
Performance
- Nominal tons
- 1.5
- Cooling capacity
- 17,400 BTU/h
- Airflow
- 630 CFM
- Sound level
- 53 dB(A)
Electrical
- Voltage / phase
- 208-230 / 1
- Min / max voltage
- 187 / 253
- MCA
- 2.25 A
- MOP
- 3 A
Coil & fan motor
- Fan motor type
- PSC
- Fan capacitor
- 10
- Fan motor HP
- 1/5
- Fan motor FLA
- 1.8 A
Dimensions & shipping
- Cabinet W × H × L
- 17-7/10" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2"
- Shipping W × H × L
- 17-7/10" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2"
- Shipping weight
- 49 lbs
Performance
- Nominal tons
- 2
- Cooling capacity
- 23,600 BTU/h
- Airflow
- 710 CFM
- Sound level
- 54 dB(A)
Electrical
- Voltage / phase
- 208-230 / 1
- Min / max voltage
- 187 / 253
- MCA
- 2.25 A
- MOP
- 3 A
Coil & fan motor
- Fan motor type
- PSC
- Fan capacitor
- 10
- Fan motor HP
- 1/5
- Fan motor FLA
- 1.8 A
Dimensions & shipping
- Cabinet W × H × L
- 17-7/10" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2"
- Shipping W × H × L
- 17-7/10" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2"
- Shipping weight
- 51 lbs
Performance
- Nominal tons
- 2.5
- Cooling capacity
- 26,800 BTU/h
- Airflow
- 960 CFM
- Sound level
- 55 dB(A)
Electrical
- Voltage / phase
- 208-230 / 1
- Min / max voltage
- 187 / 253
- MCA
- 2.79 A
- MOP
- 3 A
Coil & fan motor
- Fan motor type
- PSC
- Fan capacitor
- 15
- Fan motor HP
- 3/10
- Fan motor FLA
- 2.23 A
Dimensions & shipping
- Cabinet W × H × L
- 21-1/4" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2"
- Shipping W × H × L
- 21-1/4" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2"
- Shipping weight
- 57 lbs
Performance
- Nominal tons
- 3
- Cooling capacity
- 33,000 BTU/h
- Airflow
- 1100 CFM
- Sound level
- 57 dB(A)
Electrical
- Voltage / phase
- 208-230 / 1
- Min / max voltage
- 187 / 253
- MCA
- 2.79 A
- MOP
- 3 A
Coil & fan motor
- Fan motor type
- PSC
- Fan capacitor
- 15
- Fan motor HP
- 3/10
- Fan motor FLA
- 2.23 A
Dimensions & shipping
- Cabinet W × H × L
- 21-1/4" × 20-1/2" × 20-1/2"
- Shipping W × H × L
- 21-1/4" × 21-1/2" × 21-1/2"
- Shipping weight
- 61 lbs
Built to last. Backed to protect.
10-Year
Registered Limited Warranty
Parts & compressor coverage when registered within 60 days.
1-Year
Product Replacement Pledge
If the compressor or condenser coil fails in year one, the whole AC unit is replaced.
Base
Limited Warranty
7-year compressor / 5-year parts coverage even without registration.
Register online within 60 days of installation
Register your unitResidential/multi-family installations by a licensed HVAC service provider as part of an AHRI-rated matched system. See warranty document for full terms, conditions, and exclusions. Labor, diagnostics, and shipping costs are not covered.
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