Midea ceiling-mounted inverter AHU
21st April 2026
USA: Midea is promoting its inverter-driven Pancake AHU as an easy to install ceiling-mounted ducted solution for a wide range of climates, including cold-weather conditions.
The Midea Pancake AHU is available in four capacities: 18,000, 24,000, 30,000 and 36,000Btu/h. It is said to be one of the few systems available that combines inverter technology and enhanced vapour injection to support stronger cold-climate operation.
The system delivers up to 100% heating output at -4˚F (-20˚C), and continuous operation down to -22˚F (-30˚C).
The system pairs with Midea’s inverter-driven heat pump systems to deliver variable-speed heating and cooling performance. The Pancake AHU also supports auxiliary heat integration, providing backup capacity.
It is compatible with standard 24V and RS-485 controls, and integrates with a range of third-party outdoor units. Output of up to 899ft3/min supports longer duct runs and complex layouts across multiple rooms.
Installed within the ceiling, the system shifts HVAC equipment out of the occupied living space while maintaining ducted heating and cooling performance. The ultra low-profile design helps accommodate ceiling space constraints and existing building systems, including ductwork and fire protection layouts.
