Mermaid M16 16500 BTU 230V Cool Only FMS Marine A/C

Mermaid M16 16500 BTU 230V Cool Only FMS Marine A/C

The Mermaid M16 FMS unit supplies 16,500 BTU cool-only capacity through 230V power for dedicated marine cabin cooling.

16,500 BTU output supports medium interiors.
230V input suits compatible systems.
Cool-only design excludes heating operation.
FMS designation identifies the configuration.
Dedicated output manages cabin cooling.

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SKU: M16CO230R Category: Marine Air Conditioners Brand: Mermaid Marine Air

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M16CO230R

Description

Boats over 40 feet that don’t need onboard heating can skip the added complexity of a reversing valve with the Mermaid M16 Cool Only in 230V trim — same 16,500 BTU cooling capacity as the reverse cycle version, built on the same heavy-duty 304-18 gauge stainless steel platform, just without the heating function.

Key Features of the Mermaid M16 Cool Only (230V)

Simpler mechanical design than the reverse cycle version, with one less system to service long-term
Constructed on 304-18 gauge stainless steel for durability in harsh marine conditions
Soft start technology and variable speed blower reduce startup strain
Mechanical freeze protection built into the redesigned control system
Available in right, left, or top air discharge configurations

Mermaid M16 Technical Specifications (230V, Cool Only)

Model: M16 (Cool Only)
Cooling Capacity: 16,500 BTU
Voltage: 230V
Running Amperage: 12 A
Cooling Capacity (Volume): 1,400 cubic feet
Recommended Boat Size: up to 40′ cruiser or 45′ sailboat
Unit Dimensions (L x W x H): 19.75″ x 13.5″ x 13.75″
Net Weight: 60 lbs
Ducting: minimum three discharges — one 8″x6″ grill within 6 feet of the unit, plus two 4″ round supply vents
Warranty: 5 years against material defects and workmanship

Why Choose the Mermaid M16 Cool Only

Skipping the reversing valve trims 10 lbs off the unit compared to the reverse cycle version (60 lbs versus 70 lbs) and draws slightly less current — 12A versus 13.5A on the equivalent 110V comparison — since there’s no heat-mode mechanism to power. For boats cruising exclusively in warm climates, that’s a real advantage in fewer components to maintain.

If your cruising plans ever extend into cooler weather, the Reverse Cycle version of the M16 covers that instead, at the same footprint and installation requirements — worth considering even if you don’t need heat immediately, since retrofitting later means replacing the whole unit.

What to Know Before Installing

Pump is not included and must be sourced separately
Plan for three discharge points: one 8″x6″ grill within 6 feet of the unit, plus two 4″ round vents
Since this unit has no heating function, confirm it matches your climate needs before ordering
All three air discharge positions (right, left, top) are available on this model

Brand	Mermaid Marine Air Conditioning
Full Model SKU/Code	M-16-C / M16-230V-FMS (Cool Only Configuration)
Country of Origin	USA
AC System Type	Self-Contained Direct-Expansion (DX) Marine AC
Cooling Capacity	16,500 BTU/h (4.8 kW)
Refrigerant Type	R-410A Pre-Charged Environmentally Graded Gas
Compressor Technology	High-Efficiency Hermetic Rotary Compressor
Operating Voltage / Frequency	220-240 Volts AC / 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase Platform
Full Load Amps / Running Current	Cooling Duty: 5.2 Amps at 230V Input Cycle
Locked Rotor Amps / Starting Current	26.0 Amps LRA Base Threshold
Recommended Circuit Breaker Rating	15 Amps Heavy-Duty Marine Breaker
Required Sea Water Flow Rate	250 GPH / 15.8 Liters per minute minimum loop
Sea Water Inlet/Outlet Size	5/8" (16mm) Outer Diameter Hose Barb Connections
Duct Display / Air Discharge Size	6.0" (152mm) High-Velocity Air Discharge Collar
Condenser Coil Material	Corrosion-Resistant Cupronickel (CuNi 90/10) Coaxial Heat Exchanger Tube
Control Interface Connectivity	Digital Programmable Thermostat Board / Analog Controller Knob Compatible Matrix
Dimensions (L x W x H)	53.3 cm x 33.0 cm x 33.0 cm / 21.0" x 13.0" x 13.0"
Dry Weight	28.6 kg / 63.0 lbs (FMS Flexible Mounting Stainless-Steel Tray base structure)
Application	High-capacity cooling infrastructure for offshore fishing cruisers, mid-size charter sportfishers, and coastal yachts operating exclusively in tropical climates (30-42 ft hulls)