ActronAir 29.6 kW ducted system
$12,000–$20,000
estimated installed price
Cooling
29.6 kW
2 stars
Heating
29.8 kW
1.5 stars
Indoor noise
–
dB(A) sound power
Running cost
$2,797
a year, average zone, at 33c/kWh
Short answer
The ActronAir 29.6 kW ducted system (CRV290T / EVA290T) is a 29.6 kW reverse cycle ducted rated 2 stars for cooling and 1.5 stars for heating in the average climate zone. Installed, expect $12,000 to $20,000; the label's figures put running costs near $2,797 a year in an average-zone home.
Prices are estimates, not quotes (how we estimate them). Rebate rules checked September 2026.
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- Brand
- ActronAir
- Model numbers
- CRV290T / EVA290T
- Type
- Ducted, reverse cycle (heats and cools)
- Cooling capacity
- 29.6 kW
- Cooling power input
- 8.628 kW
- Heating capacity
- 29.8 kW
- Heating power input
- 7.91 kW
- Heating output at 2°C outside
- 23.43 kW
- Annual efficiency, cooling (AEER)
- 3.42
- Annual efficiency, heating (ACOP)
- 3.76
- Indoor sound power
- –
- Outdoor sound power
- –
- Refrigerant
- R410A
- Power supply
- Three-phase
- Demand response capable
- Yes
- Country of manufacture
- Australia
- Energy Rating registration
- AAC8049
- Registration valid until
- 2029-02-06
Star ratings and running cost by climate
The Zoned Energy Rating Label rates each unit for three climates. Annual energy is the label's estimate for typical use in that zone; the cost applies 33c/kWh, around the 2026–27 default electricity offer. Use the running cost calculator for your own hours and tariff.
| Climate zone | Cooling stars | Heating stars | Energy a year | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HotBrisbane, Darwin | 2 stars | 1.5 stars | 11,083 kWh 10299 cooling, 784 heating | $3,658 |
| AverageSydney, Adelaide, Perth | 2 stars | 1.5 stars | 8,476 kWh 3471 cooling, 5005 heating | $2,797 |
| ColdCanberra, Hobart, Melbourne | 2 stars | 1.5 stars | 15,167 kWh 2273 cooling, 12894 heating | $5,005 |
How it compares with other 18 kW and up units
- Cooling stars (average zone): 2 against a median of 1.5 across 80 18 kW and up ducted units, better than 51% of them.
- Estimated installed price for this size: $12,000 to $20,000. Brand and install difficulty move it within that band.
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FAQ
ActronAir CRV290T / EVA290T: common questions
How much does the ActronAir 29.6 kW ducted system cost installed?
Typically $12,000 to $20,000 supplied and installed in 2026 for a standard job at this size. Longer pipe runs, a new circuit, a second storey or removing an old unit add to it. Get up to three local quotes for your actual install.
How much does the ActronAir 29.6 kW ducted system cost to run?
Using the energy label's annual figures at 33c/kWh: about $3,658 a year in a hot zone, $2,797 in an average zone and $5,005 in a cold zone. The label assumes typical use; yours will differ with hours, set temperature and insulation.
Where is the ActronAir CRV290T / EVA290T made?
The Energy Rating register lists the country of manufacture as Australia.
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