Applied Comfort 16 Series PTAC

Air Distributors is an authorized wholesale distributor for Applied Comfort. We’ve carried their products since 1995, which is when Applied Comfort started producing units.
The 16 Series fits 37.5 x 16-inch sleeves for electric heat models and 41.5 x 16-inch sleeves for hydronic models. If you’re replacing AAF Series 16, Nelsonaire Series 16, or any of the other discontinued 16-inch lines listed below, this is the direct replacement. No sleeve modification in most cases.
Current production units run on R454B refrigerant. If you’re seeing R410A listed for this series somewhere else, that’s outdated. Call us at 800-866-1210 and we’ll confirm what’s current.
The Applied Comfort 16 Series PTAC was re-engineered for low noise operation. That matters in hotels, healthcare facilities, and multifamily buildings where occupant complaints are real. Here’s what you’re working with:
- Cooling: 9,000, 12,000, or 15,000 BTU/h
- Refrigerant: R454B (current production)
- Electric heat models: 16EE. Hydronic models with hot water and steam: 16WE
- Controls: electronic touchpad, switchable to wall thermostat or EMS
- Fresh air: automatic power damper, mechanical door, or no fresh air
- Voltage: 115V, 208V, 230/208V, or 277V depending on model
Warranty: 6 years. Year 1 covers parts and labor. Years 2 through 6 cover compressor parts. Free parts shipping throughout. Optional 6-year compressor labor available.
16 Series Model Number Nomenclature
Example: 16EE09K34E7N
Position | Meaning |
16 | Chassis type: 16 Series |
E / W | Heat type: E = Electric resistance, W = Hydronic (hot water/steam) |
E | R454B refrigerant, Design Version E |
09 / 12 / 15 | Nominal cooling BTU/h: 09 = 9,000, 12 = 12,000, 15 = 15,000 |
K / L / N / R | Voltage: K = 230-208V, L = 115V, N = 208V, R = 277V |
00 / 20 / 25 / 28 / 30 / 34 / 40 / 41 / 50 | Electric heat kW: 00 = No heat, 20 = 2.0 kW, 25 = 2.5 kW, 28 = 2.8 kW, 34 = 3.4 kW, 40 = 4.0 kW, 41 = 4.1 kW, 50 = 5.0 kW |
E | Controls: E = Electronic touchpad |
1 / 2 / 3 / 6 / 7 / 8 | Cord: 1 = 15A Std, 2 = 20A Std, 3 = 30A Std, 6 = 15A LCDI, 7 = 20A LCDI, 8 = 30A LCDI, 0 = No cord (hard-wired) |
M / N / P | Fresh air: M = Mechanical door, N = No fresh air, P = Power automatic damper |
Applied Comfort 16 Series PTAC Specifications
16EE Electric Heat – 208V Models (Non-LCDI, Hard-Wired)
| Model | Voltage | Cooling BTU/h | EER | Cooling Amps | Heat BTU/h | Heat kW | Min. Circuit A | MOP Fuse A | Plug |
| 16EE09N00E2 | 208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.3 | N/A | None | 6.2 | 15 | 6-20P |
| 16EE09N20E2 | 208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.3 | 7,300 | 2.0 | 13.0 | 15 | 6-20P |
| 16EE09N28E2 | 208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.3 | 9,900 | 2.8 | 17.4 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE09N41E2 | 208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.3 | 14,300 | 4.1 | 25.3 | 30 | 6-20P |
| 16EE12N00E2 | 208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 6.2 | N/A | None | 7.9 | 15 | 6-20P |
| 16EE12N20E2 | 208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 6.2 | 7,300 | 2.0 | 13.0 | 15 | 6-20P |
| 16EE12N28E2 | 208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 6.2 | 9,900 | 2.8 | 17.4 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE12N41E2 | 208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 6.2 | 14,300 | 4.1 | 25.3 | 30 | 6-20P |
| 16EE15N00E2 | 208V | 14,100 | 9.1 | 7.5 | N/A | None | 9.8 | 15 | 6-20P |
| 16EE15N20E2 | 208V | 14,100 | 9.1 | 7.5 | 7,300 | 2.0 | 13.0 | 15 | 6-20P |
| 16EE15N28E2 | 208V | 14,100 | 9.1 | 7.5 | 9,900 | 2.8 | 17.4 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE15N41E2 | 208V | 14,100 | 9.1 | 7.5 | 14,300 | 4.1 | 25.3 | 30 | 6-20P |
16EE Electric Heat – 115V Models (Non-LCDI, Hard-Wired)
| Model | Voltage | Cooling BTU/h | EER | Cooling Amps | Min. Circuit A | MOP Fuse A | Plug |
| 16EE09L00E1 | 115V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 8.6 | 12.0 | 15 | 5-15P |
| 16EE09L00E2 | 115V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 8.6 | 12.0 | 15 | 5-20P |
| 16EE12L00E2 | 115V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 12.4 | 15.6 | 20 | 5-20P |
NOTE: 115V models are cooling only (no electric heat). Hydronic heat available as a separate 16WE series.
16EE Electric Heat – 230/208V LCDI Cord-Connected Models
| Model | Voltage | Cooling BTU/h | EER | Cooling Amps | Heat BTU/h | Heat kW | Min. Circuit A | MOP Fuse A | Plug |
| 16EE09K00E7 | 230-208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.1/4.3 | N/A | None | 6.2 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE09K25E7 | 230-208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.1/4.3 | 8,900/7,300 | 2.5/2.1 | 13.0 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE09K34E7 | 230-208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.1/4.3 | 12,000/9,900 | 3.4/2.8 | 17.4 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE09K50E8 | 230-208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.1/4.3 | 17,400/14,300 | 5.0/4.1 | 25.3 | 30 | 6-30P |
| 16EE12K25E7 | 230-208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 5.9/6.2 | 8,900/7,300 | 2.5/2.1 | 13.0 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE12K34E7 | 230-208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 5.9/6.2 | 12,000/9,900 | 3.4/2.8 | 17.4 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE12K50E8 | 230-208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 5.9/6.2 | 17,400/14,300 | 5.0/4.1 | 25.3 | 30 | 6-30P |
| 16EE15K25E7 | 230-208V | 14,400 | 9.1 | 7.1/7.5 | 8,900/7,300 | 2.5/2.1 | 13.0 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE15K34E7 | 230-208V | 14,400 | 9.1 | 7.1/7.5 | 12,000/9,900 | 3.4/2.8 | 17.4 | 20 | 6-20P |
| 16EE15K50E8 | 230-208V | 14,400 | 9.1 | 7.1/7.5 | 17,400/14,300 | 5.0/4.1 | 25.3 | 30 | 6-30P |
16WE Hydronic Heat – Selected Models
| Model | Voltage | Cooling BTU/h | EER | Cooling Amps | Hot Water Hi BTU/h | Steam Hi BTU/h | Min. Circuit A | MOP Fuse A |
| 16WE09L00E2 | 115V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 8.6 | 18,100 | 24,200 | 12.0 | 15 |
| 16WE12L00E2 | 115V | 11,700 | 9.6 | 12.4 | 20,100 | 26,700 | 15.6 | 15 |
| 16WE09K00E2 | 230-208V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 4.1/4.3 | 18,600/17,700 | 24,800/23,700 | 6.0 | 15 |
| 16WE12K00E2 | 230-208V | 11,700 | 9.2 | 5.9/6.2 | 20,500/19,600 | 27,100/26,100 | 7.9 | 15 |
| 16WE15K00E2 | 230-208V | 14,400 | 9.1 | 7.1/7.5 | 20,500/19,600 | 27,100/26,100 | 9.8 | 15 |
| 16WE09R00E2 | 277V | 8,900 | 10.2 | 3.7 | 20,100 | 26,700 | 4.8 | 15 |
| 16WE12R00E2 | 277V | 11,700 | 9.3 | 5.3 | 20,100 | 26,700 | 6.4 | 15 |
| 16WE15R00E2 | 277V | 14,400 | 9.3 | 6.3 | 20,100 | 26,700 | 7.8 | 15 |
NOTE: Hydronic 16WE models require the ACC16WCSLEEVE (wider 41.5″ hydronic sleeve). These models do not use the standard electric ACC16SLEEVE. Confirm sleeve type before ordering.
Accessories
| Part Number | Description | Notes |
| ACC16SLEEVE | Standard Electric Sleeve | For 16EE electric heat models. 37.5″ x 16″ opening. |
| ACC16WCSLEEVE | Hydronic Sleeve | For 16WE hydronic models. 41.5″ x 16″ opening. Do not substitute ACC16SLEEVE. |
| ACC16WCGRILLE | Hydronic Grille | Front grille for hydronic (16WE) installations. |
| ACC16WATERCOIL | Hydronic Coil Assembly | Replacement hydronic coil assembly for 16WE units. |
ALERT: The 16WE hydronic sleeve (ACC16WCSLEEVE) is wider than the standard electric sleeve (ACC16SLEEVE). Specifying the wrong sleeve on hydronic jobs is a common ordering error. Verify heat type before quoting sleeve accessories.
Legacy Replacement Compatibility
The Applied Comfort 16 Series is the current production replacement for the following discontinued PTAC lines. All are direct fits for existing 16-inch sleeve infrastructure.
| Discontinued Line | Manufacturer | Notes |
| AAF Series 16 | American Air Filter | Primary replacement target. 16 Series designed as direct fit. |
| AAF Enersver | American Air Filter | Direct replacement. Same sleeve dimensions. |
| McQuay AAF ENR | McQuay / AAF | Direct replacement. Same sleeve dimensions. |
| McQuay PNES | McQuay / AAF | Direct replacement. Same sleeve dimensions. |
| Nelsonaire Series 16 | Nelson Industries | Direct replacement. Same sleeve dimensions. |
| Islandaire EZ 16 | Islandaire | Direct replacement. Same sleeve dimensions. |
| Retroaire RC10 | Retroaire | Verify sleeve dimensions on a per-project basis. |
| Simon-Aire SS16 | Simon-Aire | Verify sleeve dimensions on a per-project basis. |
FAQ Section
What sleeve size does the Applied Comfort 16 Series PTAC require?
Electric heat models (16EE) need a 37.5 x 16-inch sleeve. Hydronic models (16WE) need a 41.5 x 16-inch sleeve. Those two sleeves are not interchangeable. Check the heat type before ordering.
What refrigerant does the Applied Comfort 16 Series PTAC use?
R454B. Earlier versions used R410A, but current production has been R454B. If you see R410A listed for this series somewhere, that data is outdated. Call us at 800-866-1210 if you need to confirm what a specific unit shipped with.
Does the Applied Comfort 16 Series replace the AAF Series 16 and Nelsonaire Series 16?
Yes. The 16 Series replaces AAF Series 16, Nelsonaire Series 16, McQuay AAF ENR, McQuay PNES, Islandaire EZ 16, Simon-Aire SS16, Retroaire RC10, and AAF Enersver. Sleeve dimensions match in most cases, so no wall modification in most retrofit jobs. Retroaire and Simon-Aire are the exceptions worth double-checking.
What cooling capacities are available in the 16 Series?
9,000, 12,000, and 15,000 BTU/h. All three sizes are available in both electric heat (16EE) and hydronic (16WE) configurations.
Does the Applied Comfort 16 Series work with EMS systems?
Yes. The electronic touchpad controls on every 16 Series unit are switchable to a wall thermostat or an EMS. That covers most hotel and multifamily building management setups. It won’t work with a duct system, though. Applied Comfort is clear on that.
What is the warranty on the Applied Comfort 16 Series?
6 years total. Year 1 covers parts and labor. Years 2 through 6 cover compressor parts only. Parts ship free throughout the warranty period. You can add optional 6-year compressor labor coverage at the time of purchase.
Are Applied Comfort 16 Series PTAC units available for immediate shipment?
We stock select 16 Series models for quick turnaround. Custom configurations are built to order by Applied Comfort. Call 800-866-1210 or use the quote form on this page. Give us your model number, voltage, heat type, and fresh air option and we can tell you lead time on the spot.
What fresh air options are available on the Applied Comfort 16 Series?
Three options: automatic power damper (P), mechanical fresh air door (M), or no fresh air (N). It’s the last character in the model number. If you’re not sure which one an existing installation has, pull the model number off the unit and we can decode it for you.
Air Distributors is an authorized wholesale distributor for Applied Comfort. We’ve carried Applied Comfort since 1995 and we stock the 16 Series for contractors and facilities teams.
Call 800-866-1210 or use the contact form for pricing and availability. Have your model number, voltage, heat type, and fresh air configuration ready and we’ll turn quotes around fast.

Applied Comfort 16 Series Documents
Applied Comfort 16 Series Brochure
Electronic Controls User Manual
Applied Comfort 16 Series Manual
Applied Comfort 16 PTAC Replaces
AAF Series 16
AAF Enersver
Islandaire EZ 16
McQuay AAF ENR, PNES
Nelsonaire Series 16
Retroaire RC10
Simon-Aire SS16
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