This is a wall-sleeve air conditioner and electric-heat unit built for hotel rooms, apartments, assisted living, or additions where central ductwork isn't available. It's built for property managers and homeowners near coastal air who need self-contained, per-room climate control with added corrosion protection.
Overview
The PTC093J25CXXX is a packaged terminal air conditioner with electric heat, built for hospitality rooms, multifamily units, and additions where ductwork isn't practical. It carries the "C" feature designation for seacoast corrosion protection, making it suited to coastal or high-humidity property locations. Note: If you would like to review the manufacturer Product Specifications, Warranty, Brochure, etc., for this system, please refer to the 'Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)' Tab above on this page.
Critical Fit & Power Requirements
- Fits the industry-standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high wall sleeve opening.
- Voltage: 230/208V. Not compatible with 115V circuits and not compatible with 265V circuits.
- Total amps with heater engaged: 11.2/10.1A. MCA: 14.1A. MOP (breaker size): 15A.
- Ships with a factory-installed 6-15P power cord with LCDI device per UL 484 (applies to units under 250V).
- Wall Sleeve is NOT included — sold separately.
- Exterior Architectural Grille is NOT included — sold separately.
- Not a drop-in replacement for non-standard or custom sleeve openings; use a matching Amana sleeve model (e.g., WS900E, WS900QW, or seacoast-rated WS900SC).
- The 265V commercial sibling of this chassis is the PTC094J — do not attempt to install this 230/208V unit on a 265V circuit or vice versa.
The most common callback on PTAC installs traces back to condensate drainage, not the compressor. When you set the wall sleeve, pitch it approximately 1/4 bubble (per a torpedo level) toward the exterior wall — level side-to-side is not enough on its own. A flat or reverse-pitched sleeve lets condensate migrate back toward the interior wall cavity, which shows up months later as drywall staining or mold rather than an obvious leak at commissioning. Confirm the sleeve extends a minimum of 1/4 in beyond the outside wall face before you seal the rough opening, and verify against the framing dimensions on the sleeve spec sheet (approx. 42-1/4 in wide x 16-1/4 in minimum high). For hospitality properties, document the pitch check in your commissioning checklist — property managers doing multi-room PTAC turnovers should treat this as a standard QC step, not an optional one.
Key Benefits
- Seacoast corrosion protection for coastal or high-humidity installations.
- EER of 12.1/12.2 for efficient per-room cooling.
- Dedicated fresh-air ventilation at 65 CFM.
- Dehumidification rated at 2 pints per hour.
- R-32 refrigerant.
- Meets or exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 efficiency standards.
Technical Table
| Spec | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity | 9,200/9,000 | BTU/h |
| Heating Capacity (230V) | 8,500 | BTU/h |
| Heating Capacity (208V) | 6,800 | BTU/h |
| Electric Heat Strip | 2.5/2.1 | kW |
| Heat Stages | 1 | - |
| Voltage | 230/208 | V |
| Compressor Amps | 4.1/4.1 | A |
| Compressor Watts | 760/750 | W |
| Total Watts with Heat | 2,570/2,115 | W |
| Total Amps with Heat | 11.2/10.1 | A |
| MCA (with Heater) | 14.1 | A |
| MOP (with Heater) | 15 | A |
| Power Cord / NEMA Plug Type | 6-15P | - |
| EER | 12.1/12.2 | BTU/Wh |
| CFM Wet (High/Low) | 290/264 | CFM |
| CFM Dry (High/Low) | 321/295 | CFM |
| Ventilation CFM | 65 | CFM |
| Dehumidification | 2 | pints/hr |
| Net Weight | 102 | LB |
| Shipping Weight | 117 | LB |
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 | - |
| Corrosion Protection | Seacoast Protected | - |
| Wall Sleeve Dimensions | Standard 42 in x 16-1/16 in | in |
| Wall Sleeve Included | Not Included | - |
| Exterior Architectural Grille Included | Not Included | - |
Note: See 'Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)' Tab above for full specifications.
Compatibility & Fitment
- Compatible with 230/208V circuits via a factory-installed 6-15P power cord.
- Fits the standard 42 in x 16-1/16 in wall sleeve opening (e.g., WS900E, WS900QW, seacoast-rated WS900SC).
- Not compatible with 115V circuits.
- Not compatible with 265V circuits — see the PTC094J commercial sibling for 265V applications, which requires a separate Amana sub-base or hard-wire kit.
- Wall Sleeve NOT included — order separately.
- Exterior Architectural Grille NOT included — order separately.
- Not a drop-in fit for non-standard or custom sleeve openings.
Compliance & Environment
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 |
| Efficiency Standard | Meets or exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 |
| Power Cord Compliance | LCDI power cord per UL 484 (units under 250V) |
| Voltage Operating Range | Min 197V / Max 253V (230/208V models) |
FAQ
Is the wall sleeve included with this unit?
No. The wall sleeve is sold separately. This chassis fits the industry-standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high sleeve opening (e.g., WS900E, WS900QW, or the seacoast-rated WS900SC), but you need to order a sleeve model separately.
What breaker size and plug type does this unit require?
This unit ships with a factory-installed 6-15P power cord. With the 2.5/2.1 kW electric heat strip engaged, MCA is 14.1A and MOP (maximum overcurrent protection / breaker size) is 15A.
Can this be hardwired for 265V commercial applications?
No. This model is a 230/208V unit and is not rated for 265V. The 265V commercial version of this chassis is the PTC094J, which requires an Amana sub-base (PTSB4**E series) or hard-wire kit PTPWHWK4 with disconnect switch PSHW04A, sold separately, along with factory-installed cartridge-style time-delay fuses. Do not attempt to wire this 230/208V unit into a 265V circuit.
Does this require a licensed electrician or HVAC professional to install and keep the warranty valid?
Refer to the 'Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)' Tab above for the manufacturer's exact installer and licensing requirements tied to warranty validity. This page does not assert requirements beyond the published 1-Year Repair/Replace and 5-Year Parts Limited Warranty terms.
Will this fit a standard 42-inch by 16-inch wall sleeve opening?
Yes. This chassis is designed for the industry-standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high wall sleeve opening. It is not a drop-in fit for non-standard or custom sleeve openings unless a matching Amana sleeve model is used.
Warranty & Registration
This unit carries a 1-Year Repair/Replace warranty and a 5-Year Parts Limited Warranty per the manufacturer's published warranty badge terms. Exact conditions, including any distinction between residential and commercial/hospitality usage, are set out in the full warranty document. Refer to the 'Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)' Tab above on this page for the complete warranty terms before you install or register the unit. If you have questions about how your specific property type affects coverage, ask us before you order — we always reply back.
