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Floating Air

KEEP RELIABLY COMFORTABLE IN EVERY ROOM

Home comfort has never been more convenient—or customizable. Engineered to match your exact heating and cooling preferences, Ruud® Floating Air™ Ductless Mini-split Systems are available in single- and multi-zone options. Plus, every unit offers high energy efficiencies and quiet operation, delivering year-round peace of mind.

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Many Floating Air™ Achiever Plus® and Ultra™ Series models meet a stringent set of our company’s internally defined sustainability standards.
CUSTOMIZED COMFORTChoose from single-zone wall-mounted systems or multi-zone systems with wall-mounted, ceiling cassette, The Insider® concealed ducted, and/or air handler units
INDUSTRY-LEADING FEATURESAll units feature our exclusive Precision Inverter® compressor and Diamonblue™ Advanced Corrosion Protection—plus, many are equipped with extreme temperature operation and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
SUSTAINABLE & EFFICIENTRelax in consistent comfort with super-efficient technology and excellent performance to keep your energy bills low—season after season
EASY SERVICE & MAINTENANCEDesigned with HVAC technicians in mind, all wall-mounted units feature our PlusOne® FastPro®, a revolutionary design for quick blower assembly removal, resulting in reduced service and install time by up to 50%

Floating AirTM Indoor Options

  • WALL-MOUNTED
  • CEILING CASSETTE
  • THE INSIDER®
    CONCEALED DUCTED
  • AIR HANDLER
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Sleek & Simple

Ruud® Floating Air™ Wall-mounted units—available in Ultra™ Series single- and multi-zone, Achiever Plus® Series single-zone, and Achiever® Series single-zone—mount to the wall and include time-saving features to make installation and service faster and easier, ultimately saving you money.

Total Installation Flexibility
Wall-mounted units are available in single-zone or multi-zone systems, making it easy to find the heating and cooling solution to best fit your needs. With a multi-zone outdoor unit, you can mix or match your wall-mounted unit with other indoor unit types: ceiling cassettes, The Insider® concealed ducted models or even a ducted air handler.
Easy Service & Maintenance
Designed with HVAC technicians in mind, wall-mounted units feature our PlusOne® FastPro® easy-service design—which allows quick removal of the blower wheel assembly for easy maintenance and installation, saving contractors significant time on the job.
NOTE: FastPro® not available on FAHSW36A3D.
Smart, Convenient Control
Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to adjust the set point, schedule, control multiple units in unison, and more, at home with the included wireless remote or on the go with the convenience of the ComfortPro mobile app.1 For additional convenience, wall-mounted units are compatible with optional wall controllers.
ENERGY STAR Certified
Floating Air Achiever Plus and Ultra Series systems are ENERGY STAR® and ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Heat Pump certified, ensuring top-tier energy efficiency and performance even in colder climates. Additionally, select models from our Floating Air Achiever® Series are also ENERGY STAR certified. These certifications not only guarantee superior energy savings but may also make you eligible for federal and state tax credits or local utility rebates.
Extreme Temperature Operation
Floating Air Achiever Plus and Ultra Series wall-mounted units deliver efficient performance in extreme conditions, cooling effectively in temperatures as low as 5°F. For heating, Achiever Plus and Ultra Series multi-zone units operate down to -13°F, while Ultra Series single-zone units function down to -22°F. Additionally, Ultra Series models maintain 100% heating capacity, even at 5°F.
Exact Comfort With Precision Inverter
Our Precision Inverter® compressors adjust speed based on room needs, using Soft-Start™ technology to quickly reach and maintain precise temperatures for optimal comfort and energy savings.
Quiet Operation
Enjoy peace and quiet, both inside and outside your home, with our indoor and outdoor units’ whisper-quiet operation.
Built to Last

Diamonblue™ Advanced Corrosion Protection extends the unit’s life.

Zero Duct Loss
According to the DOE, ducted systems lose an average of 25–40% in performance due to leaks, cracks or disconnections in ductwork. No ductwork means that ductless systems do not experience duct loss, saving energy and money.
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CLEAN LOOK & EFFICIENT INSTALLATION

Ruud® Floating Air™ Ceiling Cassette units—available in Ultra™ Series single- and multi-zone—install in a drop-ceiling and mount flush to the ceiling for a seamless finish.

Total Installation Flexibility
Ceiling Cassette units are available in single-zone or multi-zone systems, making it easy to find the heating and cooling solution to best fit your needs. With a multi-zone outdoor unit, you can mix or match your ceiling cassettes with other indoor unit types: wall-mounted, The Insider® concealed ducted models or even a ducted air handler.
Smart, Convenient Control

Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to adjust the set point, schedule, control multiple units in unison, and more, at home with the included wireless remote or on the go with the convenience of the ComfortPro mobile app.1 For additional convenience, ceiling cassette units are compatible with optional wall controllers. 

ENERGY STAR Certified
Floating Air Ultra Series systems are ENERGY STAR® and ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Heat Pump certified, ensuring top-tier energy efficiency and performance even in colder climates. These certifications not only guarantee superior energy savings but may also make you eligible for federal and state tax credits or local utility rebates. 
Extreme Temperature Operation
Floating Air Ultra Series units deliver efficient performance in extreme conditions, cooling effectively in temperatures as low as 5°F. For heating, Achiever Plus and Ultra Series multi-zone units operate down to -13°F, while Ultra Series single-zone units function down to -22°F. Additionally, Ultra Series models maintain 100% heating capacity, even at 5°F.
Exact Comfort With Precision Inverter
Our Precision Inverter® compressors adjust speed based on room needs, using Soft-Start™ technology to quickly reach and maintain precise temperatures for optimal comfort and energy savings.
Quiet Operation
Enjoy peace and quiet, both inside and outside your home, with our indoor and outdoor units’ whisper-quiet operation.
Built to Last
Diamonblue™ Advanced Corrosion Protection extends the unit’s life.
Zero Duct Loss
According to the DOE, ducted systems lose an average of 25–40% in performance due to leaks, cracks or disconnections in ductwork. No ductwork means that ductless systems do not experience duct loss, saving energy and money.
  • Benefits & Features
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Hidden-from-sight Comfort

Ruud® Floating Air™ The Insider® Concealed Ducted units—available in Ultra™ Series single- and multi-zone—install in the ceiling or furr down, providing hidden-from-sight comfort. And in multi-zone systems, conditioned or non-conditioned air can be added to the ducting to allow fresh air into the conditioned space as desired.

Total Installation Flexibility
The Insider® Concealed Ducted units are available in single-zone or multi-zone systems, making it easy to find the heating and cooling solution to best fit your needs. With a multi-zone outdoor unit, you can mix or match your concealed ducted model with other indoor unit types: wall-mounted, ceiling cassette or even a ducted air handler.
Convenient Control
The Insider® Concealed Ducted unit is equipped with a wall controller, offering 7-day programmability. 
ENERGY STAR Certified
Floating Air Ultra Series systems are ENERGY STAR® and ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Heat Pump certified, ensuring top-tier energy efficiency and performance even in colder climates. These certifications not only guarantee superior energy savings but may also make you eligible for federal and state tax credits or local utility rebates. 
Extreme Temperature Operation
Floating Air Ultra Series units deliver efficient performance in extreme conditions, cooling effectively in temperatures as low as 5°F. For heating, Achiever Plus and Ultra Series multi-zone units operate down to -13°F, while Ultra Series single-zone units function down to -22°F. Additionally, Ultra Series models maintain 100% heating capacity, even at 5°F.
Exact Comfort With Precision Inverter
Our Precision Inverter® compressors adjust speed based on room needs, using Soft-Start™ technology to quickly reach and maintain precise temperatures for optimal comfort and energy savings.
Quiet Operation
Enjoy peace and quiet, both inside and outside your home, with our indoor and outdoor units’ whisper-quiet operation.
Built to Last
Diamonblue™ Advanced Corrosion Protection extends the unit’s life.
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Get the Best of Both Worlds

Ruud® Floating Air™ Air Handlers—available in Ultra™ Series multi-zone—are ideal in applications where ductwork makes the most sense, and deliver the convenience of whole-home comfort paired with the small size and low sound of a side-discharge outdoor unit.

Total Installation Flexibility
With a multi-zone outdoor unit, you can mix or match your air handler with other indoor unit types: wall-mounted, ceiling cassettes or The Insider® concealed ducted models. For example, you could have a ducted air handler serving common spaces then install other units in bedrooms to make comfort totally customizable for each individual.
Extreme Temperature Operation
Floating Air Ultra Series units deliver efficient performance in extreme conditions, cooling effectively in temperatures as low as 5°F. For heating, Ultra Series multi-zone units operate down to -13°F, while Ultra Series single-zone units function down to -22°F. Additionally, Ultra Series models maintain 100% heating capacity, even at 5°F.
Multi-poise Design
Floating Air air handlers can be installed in four different configurations to accommodate a range of space requirements—upflow, downflow, horizontal left and horizontal right.
Long Lineset Runs
Be confident that the Floating Air air handler will fit where you need it to with long lineset runs.
Easy Compatibility
Floating Air air handlers are compatible with 24V thermostats, making setup and temperature adjustments quick and simple.
Exact Comfort With Precision Inverter
Our Precision Inverter® compressors adjust speed based on room needs, using Soft-Start™ technology to quickly reach and maintain precise temperatures for optimal comfort and energy savings.
ENERGY STAR Certified
Floating Air Ultra Series systems are ENERGY STAR® and ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Heat Pump certified, ensuring top-tier energy efficiency and performance even in colder climates. These certifications not only guarantee superior energy savings but may also make you eligible for federal and state tax credits or local utility rebates.
Built to Last
Diamonblue™ Advanced Corrosion Protection extends the unit’s life.

Did You Know?

All Floating Air models utilize low-GWP refrigerant and many are ENERGY STAR® certified, providing even greater energy savings.

Save the Environment & Save on Energy Bills

Traditional air conditioners have on/off compressors that result in wild temperature swings, inefficient energy use and hard stops/starts that may shorten the unit’s life.

Solving that problem, our Precision Inverter® variable speed compressor adjusts up or down based on need, providing you precise temperature control, exceptional energy efficiencies and dependably quiet operation.

Find the Floating Air™ LineThat Best Suits Your Needs

We offer three exceptional lines of ductless mini-splits, each with unique features for installation efficiency and savings, as well as easier maintenance visits.

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FLOATING AIR™ Ultra™ SERIES

The Floating Air Ultra Series single- and multi-zone lines offer extreme operating ranges, extreme heat pump performance, high efficiencies, and are available in wall-mounted, ceiling cassette, concealed ducted units, and as an air handler. All models are ENERGY STAR® certified and ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Heat Pump certified.

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FLOATING AIR™ Achiever Plus® SERIES

The Floating Air Achiever Plus Series line is available in single-zone wall-mounted only, offering increased efficiencies and extended operating capacities.

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FLOATING AIR™ Achiever® SERIES

The Floating Air Achiever Series line is available in single-zone wall-mounted only. It’s ideal if you’re looking to heat and cool a single room and in the market for an affordable and efficient comfort solution.

Start Enjoying the Convenience of Customized Comfort

Enjoy precise heating and cooling year-round with Floating Air mini-splits.

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