IWAE TruInverter: Do-It-Yourself Mini Split Heat Pump Spotlight

Key Points

• The IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump lineup is a single-zone heating and cooling solution that only requires hiring a qualified electrician thanks to compatibility with MrCool’s DIY line sets that allow for do-it-yourself installation.
• The TruInverter series from IWAE offers four unique sizes with two different voltage options on both the 9k and 12k models.
• TruInverter systems operate quietly and efficiently. They even work with the SmartLife Smart Home app to make it easier to operate your system.

If extreme heat has taught us anything, it’s that AC is more than a comfort: it’s a need. When you find yourself needing cooling or heating right now, don’t go through the lengthy process of installing traditional HVAC systems. Instead, try out IWAE’s newest TruInverter offering: the IWAE TruInverter Heat Pump Mini Split. This R32 single-zone mini split series is seriously a game changer. The IWAE TruInverter Mini Split is the first non-MrCool mini split to be compatible with MrCool DIY Line Sets, giving it true do-it-yourself installation capabilities. That’s right. Homeowners can install the IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump by themselves, making this unit a quick, budget-friendly solution for your heating and cooling needs. If that sounds too good to be true, it isn’t. The IWAE TruInverter Mini Split has already garnered several certifications, including AHRI, Energy Star, and NEEP certifications. Keep reading for more information on this amazing new IWAE HVAC product.

Do-It-Yourself Installation

Let’s start with the biggest selling point, shall we? The IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump can be installed without the need to call in an HVAC technician. Thanks to its compatibility with the MrCool DIY Line Set and patented stop technology*, this IWAE mini split is a true do-it-yourself system. As long as you have the correct tools, which you can find in the owner’s manual, you can install the indoor air handler and the outdoor condenser by yourself. Even though homeowner installation means you might need to sink a few hours of your personal time into installing your IWAE TruInverter Mini Split, it also means you’ll save considerably on installation costs. Think of it like this: the current estimates for HVAC installation costs run between $5,000 and $16,000, depending on your home. Compare that to even the most expensive product in this lineup, and you’ll see just how much money you stand to save by embracing a do-it-yourself installation with IWAE’s new mini split. If you feel safer leaving it up to a professional, you can still purchase traditional line sets and hire an HVAC technician to do the install.

Note: You’ll still need to call in an electrician to handle some of the electrical hookups.

*Regardless of whether you do a self-install or rely on professional help, you MUST follow the correct steps to connect the line set you use to the stop valve.

Another point to consider if you plan to purchase a MrCool Line Set for a self-installation is that you can extend your line set if you need to. Currently, the compatible line sets are 11.5 ft long, but you can use a coupler kit to attach another line set, giving you a maximum of 23 ft. 

Note: You cannot connect more than two line sets.

Versatile, Energy-Efficient Features

The IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump comes in several different sizes, including:

• 9K (115V)
• 9K (230V)
• 12K (115V)
• 12K (230V)
• 18K (230V)
• 24K (230V)

Each size of this new mini split series packs an incredible punch. With ratings high enough to earn both Energy Star and NEEP certifications, the IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump is a powerful and efficient choice for your heating and cooling needs. Check out the table below for specific ratings.

If you live in extreme climates, you’re in luck: the IWAE TruInverter Mini Split is rated to deal with pretty extreme temperatures. It packs enough power to keep you cool in temperatures as high as 127 degrees Fahrenheit. It can also continue heating operation when the temperature drops down to -13 degrees Fahrenheit. For most people in the continental United States, that's consistent enough to maintain your ideal indoor climate, even during unusual weather or extreme conditions.

Quiet Operation

Don’t you just hate it when it’s hot, you’re exhausted, and the AC is so loud that you have to hope you can fall asleep between the time it kicks off and it kicks back on? Those nights are the worst, but with the IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump, you don’t have to worry about cool air disrupting your sleep. This mini split series is quiet, with the most powerful setting on the largest unit not eclipsing the noise range of a standard refrigerator (50 dB). The TruInverter mini split series has five quiet operational modes:

• Turbo
• High
• Medium
• Low
• Mute

Check out the table below to see how loud each mode is for the TruInverter size you’re interested in.

Smart Features

Modern heat indexes require modern solutions, which you can find with the IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump. It’s a Wi-Fi-compatible unit, meaning that as long as you can connect to your home internet, you can control your mini split. This is especially useful for people who have a habit of losing the physical remote controller. Plus, with the timer function, you can set up your unit so that it turns on thirty minutes before you get home from work, making sure your home is nice and comfortable when you get home without running all day. Just download and set up your mini split with the SmartLife-Smart Home app, and you’re all set to go! 

Pro Tip: For more on how to set up the SmartLife-Smart Home app and connect your mini split to it, check out the application manual.

Warranty

You won’t find a better warranty for a true do-it-yourself mini split at this price point on the market. The IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump comes with a 5-year parts and 7-year compressor warranty, valid from the proof of purchase date. For more information, check out the warranty documents.

Buy Your IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Now!

If you need a budget-friendly heating and cooling solution for a bedroom, attic space, garage, tiny home, or other single-zone applications, the IWAE TruInverter Mini Split is a terrific choice. It’s got energy efficiency ratings that your power bill will love, and a cooling and heating capacity that your family will be thankful for. Enjoy easy homeowner installation capabilities and smart features with an IWAE TruInverter Mini Split Heat Pump. Check out the sign-up form below for more incredible offers for this new series, and then check out the product pages. If you need help choosing the best size for your situation, give our team of whole home experts a call. With our quality stock of HVAC equipment on hand, they'll help you get your home climate under control in no time.