APC 3.5kW split system Outdoor unit, None pre-charged refrigerant

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At £1,135 ex-VAT for a 3.5kW *split system outdoor unit*, this feels like one of those “cheap on paper until you realise what’s missing” purchases. The big red flag is the “none pre-charged refrigerant” point: in practice that means you’ll need an installer who’s comfortable supplying/charging the refrigerant correctly, and you’ll likely need to factor in labour, commissioning, and any compliance paperwork. If you don’t already have that lined up, this won’t be the smooth, cost-effective win people hope for.

Who should buy it? This makes sense for an established site where HVAC is already handled by a competent contractor, or for resellers/IT estates doing planned refreshes and swapping outdoor units as part of a known system. If you’re trying to DIY or “bundle it later,” I’d avoid it—because the real cost can creep up fast once you add charging, testing, and any parts your specific setup requires. Bottom line: buy it only if you’ve got a proper install path; otherwise you’ll spend more time and money chasing the missing steps than you saved on the unit itself.