Webasto FCF Classic 12000 BTU 115V Boat A/C Unit

Description

Standard forward staterooms, mid-size sailboat salons, and active bridge helm platforms need a marine HVAC system that matches North American 115V power. The Webasto FCF Classic 12,000 115V delivers 12,000 BTU/h of cooling and 12,000 BTU/h of reverse-cycle heating in a self-contained direct-expansion package. The supplied application guidance covers compatible 28 to 36-foot boats.

Key Features of Webasto FCF Classic 12,000

This Classic Series unit combines 115V operation, reverse-cycle climate control, a five-inch air discharge, and digital wall-mounted control for mid-size boat interiors.

• Cools staterooms and sailboat salons with 12,000 BTU/h capacity.
• Provides reverse-cycle heating for cold mornings aboard the vessel.
• Matches compatible 115V, 60 Hz, single-phase electrical systems.
• Moves conditioned air through a five-inch high-velocity discharge collar.
• Uses 200 GPH seawater circulation for condenser heat exchange.
• Allows multi-speed adjustment from a tethered wall controller panel.

Technical Specifications

Review these ratings with the vessel’s electrical panel, generator, seawater circuit, duct route, controller wiring, drainage path, and available mounting space before installation.

• Model: FCF 12000 115V, Classic Series Legacy Edition
• Cooling capacity: 12,000 BTU/h or 3.5 kW
• Heating capacity: 12,000 BTU/h with reverse-cycle heat pump mode
• Electrical supply: 115V AC, 60 Hz, single phase
• Running current: 8.8 A cooling and 9.8 A heating
• Breaker requirement: 25 A recommended with 44 A LRA
• Refrigerant and compressor: R-410A with legacy hermetic rotary compressor
• Seawater flow: 200 GPH through five-eighth-inch hose connections
• Air discharge: Five-inch high-velocity duct collar
• Dimensions and weight: 17.7 x 12.0 x 12.2 inches; 54 lbs

Application and Installation Notes

Confirm the 115V supply, 25 A marine breaker, 200 GPH seawater loop, five-eighth-inch water hoses, five-inch ducting, condensate drain, and controller cable routing. The epoxy-coated steel base pan needs a stable mounting surface and service clearance. Keep the seawater strainer clean to support normal condenser heat transfer.

Who This Unit Is Not Ideal For

This model is not intended for 230V-only vessels, very small berths, or open spaces requiring more than 12,000 BTU/h. Final sizing should account for windows, insulation, solar exposure, ventilation, and local climate.

Warranty and Product Summary

The supplied data does not specify a factory warranty. Manufactured by Webasto Marine in Germany, the FCF Classic 12,000 115V provides cooling and reverse-cycle heating for compatible 28 to 36-foot boat layouts.