CTM CX-12H – 12,000 BTU Condenser – Marine Split A/C Unit – 230V – 50/60HZ – R410A

Description

For boats standardized on 230V power that need 12,000 BTU of cooling and heating, the CTM CX-12H condenser delivers a direct drop-in replacement for the Dometic DEU12, DEG12, and 220V DEU12 condensing units. A verified owner and refrigeration mechanic reviewed the installation as “clean looking,” noting it connected to existing control wiring without needing to run new wires.

That kind of clean electrical integration matters most for retrofit installs — being able to reuse existing control wiring instead of pulling new runs through bulkheads and overheads saves real labor hours and avoids opening up finished spaces unnecessarily. It’s one of the practical advantages of choosing a condenser built specifically to match OEM control architecture rather than a generic replacement.

Key Features of the CTM CX-12H Condenser

This compact marine ac condenser 230v unit is sized for smaller-to-midsize vessels or as a secondary zone on a larger boat, built on the same titanium-coil platform as the rest of CTM’s condenser lineup. The features below reflect CTM’s standard construction for this capacity class.

• Direct drop-in replacement for Dometic DEU12 (230V and 220V) and DEG12 (230V) condensing units
• Titanium condenser coils resist corrosion significantly better than copper in seawater applications
• Universal control board compatible with SMXir, Passport I/O, Smart Touch, and Elite II controllers
• Compact 35 lb unit fits tighter engine room installations than larger CTM condensers
• Rugged electrical box with a fire-retardant cover for added safety

CTM CX-12H Technical Specifications

These figures come from CTM’s official spec sheet for the 230V configuration. Current draw, locked rotor amps, and fuse rating all scale down proportionally from the 16,000 BTU CX-16H, with no discrepancies against CTM’s other condenser listings.

• Capacity: 12,000 BTU
• Voltage: 208-240V
• Cycle: 50-60 Hz
• Refrigerant: R410A
• Current Consumption (Cool/Heat): 4.2 A / 5.2 A
• Starting Amps: 12 A
• Locked Rotor Amps: 22 A
• Fuse Max/Min: 20 A / 15 A
• Seawater Inlet: 5/8″
• Suggested Water Flow: 250 GPH
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 8.67″ x 13.5″ x 13.5″
• Net Weight: 35 lbs

Why Choose the CTM CX-12H

A verified review from an owner who also works as a refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic speaks directly to the quality of this installation experience, and the unit carries CTM’s standard 2-year warranty against material and workmanship defects. If you’re replacing a Dometic DEU12 or DEG12, dimensions and control wiring compatibility make for a straightforward swap.

What to Know Before Installing

• EPA certification must be provided before shipping
• Requires a separately purchased evaporator — this listing is the condenser only
• If replacing a Cruisair RX unit, the evaporator will also need replacing since RX systems use R22/R417A refrigerant, not R410A
• Waterline connections use a standard 5/8″ fitting