Rinnai CJ Cooling Only
5
models on the register
Short answer
5 Rinnai CJ Cooling Only models are registered for sale in Australia in 2026, from 2.6 to 7 kW. Supplied and installed, most land between $1,500 to $3,900; up to three licensed local installers will quote your actual job.
Prices are estimates, not quotes (how we estimate them). Rebate rules checked September 2026.
Compare 3 quotes for my houseThe CJ Series is Rinnai's cooling-only wall split, aimed at northern Australia.
- Cooling only
- High-density air filter
- AC Freedom app
- Demand response (DRED)
At a glance
- Models5
- Installed, estimate$1,500–$3,900
- Quietest indoorsRinnai HINCJ35B149.7 dB(A), 3.5 kW
- Most efficient (average zone)Rinnai HINCJ26B17 cooling stars, 2.6 kW
- Reverse cycle0%heat and cool
- R32 refrigerant100%the current low-GWP standard
2.5 kW
1 models · installed $1,500–$2,500
| Model (outdoor / indoor) | Type | Cool kW | Heat kW | Cool stars | Heat stars | Indoor dB | Installed, estimate | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HONCJ26B1 / HINCJ26B1 | Wall split, cooling only | 2.6 | – | 7★ | – | 54.3 | $1,500–$2,500 | Get quotes |
3.5 kW
1 models · installed $1,700–$2,700
| Model (outdoor / indoor) | Type | Cool kW | Heat kW | Cool stars | Heat stars | Indoor dB | Installed, estimate | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HONCJ35B1 / HINCJ35B1 | Wall split, cooling only | 3.5 | – | 5★ | – | 49.7 | $1,700–$2,700 | Get quotes |
5.0 kW
1 models · installed $2,100–$3,300
| Model (outdoor / indoor) | Type | Cool kW | Heat kW | Cool stars | Heat stars | Indoor dB | Installed, estimate | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HONCJ52B1 / HINCJ52B1 | Wall split, cooling only | 5.2 | – | 4★ | – | 60.6 | $2,100–$3,300 | Get quotes |
7.1 kW
2 models · installed $2,600–$3,900
| Model (outdoor / indoor) | Type | Cool kW | Heat kW | Cool stars | Heat stars | Indoor dB | Installed, estimate | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HONCJ70B / HINCJ70B | Wall split, cooling only | 7 | – | 3.5★ | – | 62.3 | $2,600–$3,900 | Get quotes |
| HONCJ70B1 / HINCJ70B1 | Wall split, cooling only | 7 | – | 3.5★ | – | 63.7 | $2,600–$3,900 | Get quotes |
Every model on the Energy Rating register marked available in Australia. Stars are the zoned label for the average climate zone (average zone); indoor noise is the registered sound power level, measured the same way for every model. Installed prices are estimated 2026 supply-and-install ranges, not quotes (how we estimate them); your installer confirms the number. Browse and filter everything in the full catalogue.
FAQ
Rinnai CJ Cooling Only: common questions
How much does a Rinnai CJ Cooling Only model cost installed?
Typically $1,500 to $3,900 supplied and installed in 2026, depending on size and the job. 2.5 kW: $1,500 to $2,500; 3.5 kW: $1,700 to $2,700; 5.0 kW: $2,100 to $3,300; 7.1 kW: $2,600 to $3,900. Pipe runs, a new circuit or a second storey add to it. Get up to three local quotes for your actual job.
Which is the quietest Rinnai CJ Cooling Only models?
On the registered indoor sound level, the Rinnai HINCJ35B1 (3.5 kW) is the quietest at 49.7 dB(A). Compare within the same size: bigger units are louder. See the quietest split systems ranking.
Which is the most energy efficient?
For the average climate zone, the Rinnai HINCJ26B1 (2.6 kW) has the highest cooling rating here at 7 stars. Star ratings on the zoned label run to 10, and a star is worth more in a hot zone than a mild one.
What size split system do I need?
Roughly 2.5 kW for a bedroom, 3.5 kW for a large bedroom or small living room, and 5 to 7.1 kW for open-plan living. West glass and poor insulation push it up. Use the size calculator for your room.
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