WeatherMaker® Single-Packaged Rooftop Units with EcoBlue™ Technology 48FC
WeatherMaker® Single-Packaged Rooftop Units with EcoBlue™ Technology
48FC
Gas Heating / Electric Cooling
3 to 27.5 Nominal Tons
Exclusive, new EcoBlue™ Technology was designed to improve performance and efficiency while decreasing maintenance and installation costs. The industry’s first beltless direct-drive vane axial fan for rooftop units* is just one of many technological advances that prove that not all rooftop units are created equal. Other enhancements include a new control board and coil technology, permanently lubricated motor bearings, tool-less filter access doors and more – all available on this multiefficiency offering.
*Available on select models
Performance Features
- Meets and exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 energy efficiency levels
- New unit control board with intuitive quick fan speed adjustment
- New direct drive - EcoBlue™ Technology indoor fan system uses Vane Axial fan design & electronically commutated motor
- Single-stage cooling capacity 04-06 models, two-stage on 07-30 models
- SEERs up to 14.0, IEER of 15.0
- Gas efficiencies up to 82%
- Cooling operating range up to 115 °F (46°C) and down to 40°F (4°C) using winter start kit
- Innovative corrosive-resistant composite condensate pan in accordance with ASHRAE 62 Standard, sloping design; side or center drain
- Exclusive IGC solid-state control for on-board diagnostics with LED error code designation and burner control logic
- Pre-painted exterior panels and primer-coated interior panels tested to 500 hours salt spray protection
- Units generally meet and exceed ASHRAE 90.1 energy efficiency levels. Review unit specific performance for compliance
Maintenance Features
- New unit control board facilitating simple safety circuit troubleshooting and simplified control box arrangement as well as easy intuitive fan speed adjustment
- Access panels with easy grip handles
- Innovative, easy starting, no-strip screw feature on unit access panels
- Tool-less filter access door
- Optional hinged access panels also available
- NEW Direct Drive – EcoBlue™ Technology Indoor fan system uses Vane Axial fan design and electronically commutated motor with beltless design
- Two-inch disposable return air filters
Installation Features
- Same footprint as prior Carrier models for that original fit; reduces installation costs and time
- Field convertible from vertical to horizontal airflow configuration
- Provisions for thru-the-bottom power entry capability as standard
- Single point gas, electric, and controls connections
- Full perimeter base rail with built-in rigging adapters and fork truck slots
Reliability Features
- Scroll compressors with internal line-break overload protection
- 24-volt control circuit protected with resettable circuit breaker
- Permanently lubricated direct-drive ECM evaporator-fan motor
- Totally enclosed condenser motors with permanently lubricated bearings
- Low pressure and high-pressure switch protection
- Exclusive IGC anti-cycle protection for gas heat operation
- Solid-state electronic direct spark ignition system and flame roll-out safety protector
Standard Limited Warranty
- 10 years parts only heat exchanger - aluminized
- 15 years parts only heat exchanger - stainless steel
- 5 years parts only compressor
- 3 year SystemVu™ controller
- One year parts only on all other parts
- Additional extended warranty packages available
Factory-Installed Options
- Temperature Sensing EconoMi$er with relief
- Enthalpy Sensing EconoMi$er with relief
- Humidi-MiZer® Adaptive Dehumidification System
- Multiple Gas Heat Sizes
- Stainless Steel Gas Heat Exchangers
- Return Air Smoke Detector
- Supply Air Smoke Detector
- CO2 Sensor
- Condensate Overflow Protection
- Multiple Static Fan Capabilities
- Phase Monitor/Protection
- Thru-The-Base Utility Connections
- Louvered Hail Guards
- Non-Fused Disconnect Switch
- MERV-8 Return Air Filters
- Hinged Access Panels
- Unpowered Convenience Outlet
- Powered Convenience Outlet
- Coated Coils:
- Pre-Coat
- E-Coat
- Copper/Copper
- Electrical Mechanical Controls
- SystemVu™ Integrated Communicating Controls
- RTU-Open Communicating Controls
- Extended Warranty Protection Plans
- Financing Available
Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Models (48FC)
| Nominal Cooling Ton Size | Cooling Stages | AHRI Efficiency (SEER) IEER | Dimensions (in) LxWxH | Low Gas Heating Input (Btuh) | Medium Gas Heating Input (Btuh) | High Gas Heating Input (Btuh) | Approx. Unit Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | (14.0) | 74 x 47 x 33 | 67 | 110 | -- | 482 |
| 4 | 150 | 543 | |||||
| 5 | 556 | ||||||
| 6 | 2 | 15.0 | 74 x 47 x 41 | 607 | |||
| 7.5 | 88 x 59 x 41 | 125 | 180 | 224 | 787 | ||
| 8.5 | 88 x 59 x 49 | 868 | |||||
| 10 | 180 | 224 | 250 | 878 | |||
| 12.5 | 1041 | ||||||
| 15 | 14.5 | 115 x 63 x 57 | 240 | 350 | 1408 | ||
| 17.5 | 127 x 86 x 49 | 220 | 310 | 400 | 1800 | ||
| 20 | 141 x 86 x 49 | 2000 | |||||
| 25 | 14.0 | 141 x 86 x 57 | 2174 | ||||
| 27.5 | 157 x 86 x 57 | 2351 |
AHRI = Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute
ASHRAE = American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
IEER = Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio
SEER = Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio
NOTES
1. Rated and certified under ARI Standard 210/240 3-5 ton or 340/360 6+ ton, as appropriate.
2. Ratings are based on:
» Cooling Standard: 80°F (27°C) db, 67°F (19°C) wb indoor air temp and 95°F (35°C) db outdoor air temp.
3. 48FC units generally comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2016 Energy Standard. Please review size specific data for compliance.
4. 48FC units comply with US Energy Policy Act (2005).
- Competitor Roof Curb Adapter Accessory Kit, 3 to 12.5 Tons, CRLNXCURB12A00, CRLNXCURB34A00, CRTRACURB12A00, CRTRACURB34A00, CRYRKCURB12A00, CRYRKCURB34A00 Published Date: 8/8/2023
- CRCNDOVR003A00 Condensate Overflow Switch Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 3 to 15 Tons, 50/60 Hz Published Date: 7/26/2024
- CRCNDOVR005A00 Accessory Condensate Overflow Switch for Small/Medium Rooftop Units, 3 to 28 Tons, 50/60 Hz Published Date: 7/26/2024
- CRDISBKT001A00 Disconnect Switch Bracket Accessory for Commercial Packaged Heat Pump with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant, 10 Ton High Efficiency, 12.5 Ton Standard Efficiency, 7 1/2-10 Ton Ultra High Efficiency Published Date: 7/22/2022
- CRDUCTCV001A00, CRDUCTCV002A00 Supply Air Duct Cover Accessory for Select 7.5, 10, 12.5 and 15 Ton Models Published Date: 7/19/2022
- CRECOMZR024A02, CRECOMZR025A02, CRECOMZR064A00 Small Rooftop Products Select 3to 12.5 Tons Horizontal EconoMi$er® X Accessory Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRECOMZR076A00, CRECOMZR078A00, CRECOMZR080A00 Vertical EconoMi$er® X Accessory for Small Rooftop Products Select 3 to 12-1/2 Tons Published Date: 8/8/2022
- CRECOMZR085A00 Small Rooftop Products Select 7.5 to 12.5 Tons Horizontal EconoMi$er® X Accessory Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRECOMZR086A00 Horizontal Ultra Low Leak EconoMiSer X for Select 10 to 15 Tons Published Date: 7/20/2022
- CRECOMZR087A00 Horizontal Ultra Low Leak EconoMiSer2 for Small Rooftop Products Select 10-15 Tons Published Date: 8/30/2023
- CRECOMZR088A00 Horizontal Ultra Low Leak EconoMiSer2 for Small Rooftop Products Select 10-15 Tons Published Date: 7/20/2022
- CRECOMZR101A00-CRECOMZR108A00, Vertical/Horizontal Low Leak/Ultra Low Leak EconomizerONE Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Select 3 to 12.5 Tons Published Date: 4/17/2024
- CRECOMZR109A00, CRECOMZR110A00, CRECOMZR111A00, CRECOMZR112A00 Vertical/Horizontal Low Leak/Ultra Low Leak EconomizerONE Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Select 10 to 15 Tons Published Date: 4/17/2024
- CRECOMZR113A00 and CRECOMZR114A00 Ultra Low Leak EconomizerONE Accessory for Medium Rooftop Units 15 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 12/17/2024
- CRFLTTRK001A00 Accessory Filter Kit for Medium Rooftop Unit 12.5 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 7/21/2022
- CRFLUEDS006A00 Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Single Package Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Select 12-1/2 to 27-1/2 Ton Published Date: 8/10/2022
- CRFLUEDS007A00 Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Select 7-1/2 to 10, 12-1/2, and 15 Ton Published Date: 5/24/2022
- CRHNGPNL001A00,002A00 Small Rooftop Units Hinged Door Kit for Horizontal EconoMi$er2 and EconoMi$er IV Gas Heat Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling, and Heat Pump Units 3 to 12-1/2 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRLPELEV001A00-004A00, 007A00-009A00, LP (Liquid Propane) High Altitude Gas Conversion Kit Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Units, 3 to 15 Ton Published Date: 8/10/2022
- CRLVHLGD017-054A00 Louvered Hail Guard Accessory for Gas Heat/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling and Heat Pump Select Rooftop Units 15-28 Tons Published Date: 7/19/2022
- CRPWREXH068A00 CRPWREXH069A00 CRPWREXH070A00 Power Exhaust Accessory Single Package Rooftop Units 15 to 25 Tons Published Date: 7/19/2022
- CRSTATUS001A00 Fan/Filter Status Switch Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling and Heat Pump Units 3 to 15 tons Published Date: 8/10/2022
- CRTEMPSN002A00 Temperature Sensor Accessory for Single Dry Bulb Control for Rooftop Units with EconoMi$er IV System 3 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRTRXKIT003A00 Transformer Kit Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 7.5 to 10 Tons 575-v Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRTWOPOS12A00 CRTWOPOS013A00 Two Position Damper Accessory Single Package Rooftop Units 15 to 25 Tons Published Date: 7/19/2022
- Filter Kit Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Select 3 to 15 Ton Units, CRFLTTRK002A00-006A00 Published Date: 11/3/2021
- Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Units Rooftop Units 3 to 12-1/2 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Ultra Low NOx 14 ng/J Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, 3 to 5 Tons Published Date: 9/2/2021
- HH57AC078 CRENTDIF004A00 Enthalpy Sensor and Differential Enthalpy Sensor Accessories for Rooftop Units with EconoMi$er® IV Controller 3 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- Horizontal EconoMi$er X Accessory for Small Rooftop Products Select 3 to 12-1/2 Tons (48/50LC 14 Not Included) CRECOMZR077A00, CRECOMZR079A00, CRECOMZR081A00 Published Date: 10/17/2023
- Horizontal Roof Curb Accessory for Single Package Rooftop Units 48/50FC, HC Sizes 17-30, P/N CRADCURB010A00, CRADCURB011A00, CRADCURB012A00 Published Date: 9/9/2022
- Louvered Hail Guard Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling and Heat Pump Rooftop Units, 3 to 15 Tons Published Date: 5/15/2023
- Low Ambient Control Kit Accessory for Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 6 Tons, CRLAMBKT001A01 Published Date: 5/12/2023
- Manual Damper Accessory for Vertical and Horizontal Applications 15 to 27.5 Tons Model Sizes 17-30 CRMANDPR009A00, CRMANDPR010A00 Published Date: 10/14/2021
- Packaged Rooftop Units with R-410A Accessory Propane and High Altitude Gas Conversion Kit Gas Heating/Elec Cool 176,000-400,000 Btu/hr Heating Published Date: 8/12/2022
- Smoke Detector Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 3 to 15 Tons P/Ns CRSMKKIT003A00, CRSMKSEN003A00 Published Date: 9/9/2022
- Split Systems, 6 to 20 Tons (21.5 to 70.3 kW) Rooftop Units, 3 to 27.5 Tons (10.5 to 96.7 kW) Packaged Heat Pumps Phase Monitor Accessory 50/60 Hz CRPHASE3001A02 CRPHASE3002A00 CRPHASE3002A01 Published Date: 9/19/2024
- Thru-the-Bottom Electric and Gas Connections Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 6 Tons (50/60 Hz) Published Date: 2/10/2022
- Thru-the-Bottom Electric Connections, Thru-the-Curb Gas Connection Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 6 Tons (50/60 Hz) Published Date: 2/10/2022
- Ultra Low Leak Vertical EconoMi$er® 2 Accessory for Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 12.5 Tons, CRECOMZR066A01, CRECOMZR068A01, CRECOMZR070A01 Published Date: 1/11/2022
- Ultra Low Leak Vertical EconoMi$er® X Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 3 to 12.5 Tons (48/50LC 14 Not Included) CRECOMZR067A01, CRECOMZR069A01, and CRECOMZR071A01 Published Date: 1/11/2022
- Ultraviolet Lamp Accessory for Rooftop Units 3 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 7/20/2021
- Vertical Power Exhaust Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling, and Heat Pump Rooftop Units, 3 to 15 Tons, CRPWREXH030A01;CRPWREXH021A01;CRPWREXH022A01, CRPWREXH023A01,CRPWREXH080A00, CRPWREXH081A00 Published Date: 12/11/2018
- A World of Comfort 2025 - Brochure Published Date: 6/11/2025
- A World of Comfort 2025 - Brochure (Printer Version) Published Date: 6/11/2025
- Carrier Weather Series Rooftop Units* with EcoBlue™ Technology Brochure Published Date: 1/24/2020
- Carrier Weather Series Rooftop Units* with EcoBlue™ Technology Product Chart Published Date: 1/24/2020
- Humidi-MiZer® Adaptive Dehumidification System Published Date: 8/4/2023
- Light Commercial RTUs - 4 Inch Filter Rack - Printer Version Published Date: 12/16/2021
- Light Commercial RTUs - 4 Inch Filter Rack - Web Version Published Date: 12/17/2021
- Light Commercial RTUs - Smoke Detectors Published Date: 6/7/2021
- Staged Air Volume (SAV) System for Carrier’s Small and Medium Packaged Rooftop Units and Light Commercial Splits Systems Published Date: 8/14/2023
- The CRRSA Act (ESSER I) — Funding Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Improvements in K-12 Schools Published Date: 6/16/2022
- Understanding the AIM Act Published Date: 3/10/2022
- DXF/CAD Templates for 48/50FC,GC and JC Rooftop Units Published Date: 3/18/2021
- Single Package Rooftop Unit Gas Heating / Electric Cooling Parts Replacement Information Guide Published Date: 11/30/2021
- Single Package Rooftop Unit Gas Heating / Electric Cooling Parts Replacement Information Guide Published Date: 8/10/2022
- 48/50FC04-30, 48/50GC04-28 Single Package Rooftop Units with SystemVu Controls Version 5.X and Puron (R-410A) Refrigerant, Controls, Start-Up, Operation and Troubleshooting Published Date: 7/17/2024
- RTU Open Multi-Protocol Controller Factory-Installed Option for 48/50FC,GC,HC,KC,LC,TC and 50FCQ,GCQ,KCQ,HCQ,TCQ Published Date: 7/5/2022
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 3 to 6 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 4/7/2025
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FCG Guide Specifications, 3 to 5 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 3/26/2025
- 48FC**16 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC**16 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC**20-30 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC**20-30 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC04-07 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC04-07 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC08-14 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC08-14 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FCG*04-06 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng/J) Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FCG*04-06 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng/J) Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- High Short Circuit Current Rating (60 Hz HSCCR) Supplement for Single Package Rooftop (3 to 15 Nominal Tons) Published Date: 9/12/2021
- 48FC(G/H)*04-06 Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng /J) Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 7/16/2024
- 48FC(G/H)*04-06 Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng /J) Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 4/1/2025
- 48FC**08-16 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/21/2024
- 48FC**08-16 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 7/16/2024
- 48FC**20-30 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/21/2024
- 48FC**20-30 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 8/15/2024
- 48FC0**4-07 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/21/2024
- 48FC0**4-07 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 3/18/2025
- Press Release - Carrier Innovations Named Finalists in Consulting-Specifying Engineer® Magazine’s Product of the Year Competition Published Date: 5/31/2019
- Press Release - Carrier Introduces Innovative EcoBlue Technology Featuring Industry-First Beltless Indoor Fan System in RTUs Published Date: 12/19/2018
- 48/50FC04-07 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 3 to 6 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 4/7/2025
- 48/50FC08-16 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48/50FC08-16 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48/50FC20-30 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48/50FC20-30 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FCG*04-06 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Ultra Low NOx (14 ng/j) Emissions Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A) (Siemens) Published Date: 3/26/2025
- 48FC04-07 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 1/28/2022
- 48FC08-12 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 4/19/2022
- 48FC14 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 4/19/2022
- 48FC16 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 12/5/2022
- 48FC20 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 8/24/2023
- 48FC24,28 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 7/26/2023
- 48FC30 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 12/5/2022
- Small Rooftop Revit Cheat Sheet - Tips and Tricks for Revit Family Files Published Date: 5/12/2021
- Limited Warranty - 48FC, 48GC Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Unit with Puron® Refrigerant Commercial Rooftop Equipment Published Date: 11/5/2018
- Limited Warranty for Light Commercial Equipment Published Date: 4/3/2025
Performance Features
- Meets and exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 energy efficiency levels
- New unit control board with intuitive quick fan speed adjustment
- New direct drive - EcoBlue™ Technology indoor fan system uses Vane Axial fan design & electronically commutated motor
- Single-stage cooling capacity 04-06 models, two-stage on 07-30 models
- SEERs up to 14.0, IEER of 15.0
- Gas efficiencies up to 82%
- Cooling operating range up to 115 °F (46°C) and down to 40°F (4°C) using winter start kit
- Innovative corrosive-resistant composite condensate pan in accordance with ASHRAE 62 Standard, sloping design; side or center drain
- Exclusive IGC solid-state control for on-board diagnostics with LED error code designation and burner control logic
- Pre-painted exterior panels and primer-coated interior panels tested to 500 hours salt spray protection
- Units generally meet and exceed ASHRAE 90.1 energy efficiency levels. Review unit specific performance for compliance
Maintenance Features
- New unit control board facilitating simple safety circuit troubleshooting and simplified control box arrangement as well as easy intuitive fan speed adjustment
- Access panels with easy grip handles
- Innovative, easy starting, no-strip screw feature on unit access panels
- Tool-less filter access door
- Optional hinged access panels also available
- NEW Direct Drive – EcoBlue™ Technology Indoor fan system uses Vane Axial fan design and electronically commutated motor with beltless design
- Two-inch disposable return air filters
Installation Features
- Same footprint as prior Carrier models for that original fit; reduces installation costs and time
- Field convertible from vertical to horizontal airflow configuration
- Provisions for thru-the-bottom power entry capability as standard
- Single point gas, electric, and controls connections
- Full perimeter base rail with built-in rigging adapters and fork truck slots
Reliability Features
- Scroll compressors with internal line-break overload protection
- 24-volt control circuit protected with resettable circuit breaker
- Permanently lubricated direct-drive ECM evaporator-fan motor
- Totally enclosed condenser motors with permanently lubricated bearings
- Low pressure and high-pressure switch protection
- Exclusive IGC anti-cycle protection for gas heat operation
- Solid-state electronic direct spark ignition system and flame roll-out safety protector
Standard Limited Warranty
- 10 years parts only heat exchanger - aluminized
- 15 years parts only heat exchanger - stainless steel
- 5 years parts only compressor
- 3 year SystemVu™ controller
- One year parts only on all other parts
- Additional extended warranty packages available
Factory-Installed Options
- Temperature Sensing EconoMi$er with relief
- Enthalpy Sensing EconoMi$er with relief
- Humidi-MiZer® Adaptive Dehumidification System
- Multiple Gas Heat Sizes
- Stainless Steel Gas Heat Exchangers
- Return Air Smoke Detector
- Supply Air Smoke Detector
- CO2 Sensor
- Condensate Overflow Protection
- Multiple Static Fan Capabilities
- Phase Monitor/Protection
- Thru-The-Base Utility Connections
- Louvered Hail Guards
- Non-Fused Disconnect Switch
- MERV-8 Return Air Filters
- Hinged Access Panels
- Unpowered Convenience Outlet
- Powered Convenience Outlet
- Coated Coils:
- Pre-Coat
- E-Coat
- Copper/Copper
- Electrical Mechanical Controls
- SystemVu™ Integrated Communicating Controls
- RTU-Open Communicating Controls
- Extended Warranty Protection Plans
- Financing Available
Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Models (48FC)
| Nominal Cooling Ton Size | Cooling Stages | AHRI Efficiency (SEER) IEER | Dimensions (in) LxWxH | Low Gas Heating Input (Btuh) | Medium Gas Heating Input (Btuh) | High Gas Heating Input (Btuh) | Approx. Unit Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | (14.0) | 74 x 47 x 33 | 67 | 110 | -- | 482 |
| 4 | 150 | 543 | |||||
| 5 | 556 | ||||||
| 6 | 2 | 15.0 | 74 x 47 x 41 | 607 | |||
| 7.5 | 88 x 59 x 41 | 125 | 180 | 224 | 787 | ||
| 8.5 | 88 x 59 x 49 | 868 | |||||
| 10 | 180 | 224 | 250 | 878 | |||
| 12.5 | 1041 | ||||||
| 15 | 14.5 | 115 x 63 x 57 | 240 | 350 | 1408 | ||
| 17.5 | 127 x 86 x 49 | 220 | 310 | 400 | 1800 | ||
| 20 | 141 x 86 x 49 | 2000 | |||||
| 25 | 14.0 | 141 x 86 x 57 | 2174 | ||||
| 27.5 | 157 x 86 x 57 | 2351 |
AHRI = Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute
ASHRAE = American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
IEER = Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio
SEER = Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio
NOTES
1. Rated and certified under ARI Standard 210/240 3-5 ton or 340/360 6+ ton, as appropriate.
2. Ratings are based on:
» Cooling Standard: 80°F (27°C) db, 67°F (19°C) wb indoor air temp and 95°F (35°C) db outdoor air temp.
3. 48FC units generally comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2016 Energy Standard. Please review size specific data for compliance.
4. 48FC units comply with US Energy Policy Act (2005).
- Competitor Roof Curb Adapter Accessory Kit, 3 to 12.5 Tons, CRLNXCURB12A00, CRLNXCURB34A00, CRTRACURB12A00, CRTRACURB34A00, CRYRKCURB12A00, CRYRKCURB34A00 Published Date: 8/8/2023
- CRCNDOVR003A00 Condensate Overflow Switch Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 3 to 15 Tons, 50/60 Hz Published Date: 7/26/2024
- CRCNDOVR005A00 Accessory Condensate Overflow Switch for Small/Medium Rooftop Units, 3 to 28 Tons, 50/60 Hz Published Date: 7/26/2024
- CRDISBKT001A00 Disconnect Switch Bracket Accessory for Commercial Packaged Heat Pump with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant, 10 Ton High Efficiency, 12.5 Ton Standard Efficiency, 7 1/2-10 Ton Ultra High Efficiency Published Date: 7/22/2022
- CRDUCTCV001A00, CRDUCTCV002A00 Supply Air Duct Cover Accessory for Select 7.5, 10, 12.5 and 15 Ton Models Published Date: 7/19/2022
- CRECOMZR024A02, CRECOMZR025A02, CRECOMZR064A00 Small Rooftop Products Select 3to 12.5 Tons Horizontal EconoMi$er® X Accessory Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRECOMZR076A00, CRECOMZR078A00, CRECOMZR080A00 Vertical EconoMi$er® X Accessory for Small Rooftop Products Select 3 to 12-1/2 Tons Published Date: 8/8/2022
- CRECOMZR085A00 Small Rooftop Products Select 7.5 to 12.5 Tons Horizontal EconoMi$er® X Accessory Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRECOMZR086A00 Horizontal Ultra Low Leak EconoMiSer X for Select 10 to 15 Tons Published Date: 7/20/2022
- CRECOMZR087A00 Horizontal Ultra Low Leak EconoMiSer2 for Small Rooftop Products Select 10-15 Tons Published Date: 8/30/2023
- CRECOMZR088A00 Horizontal Ultra Low Leak EconoMiSer2 for Small Rooftop Products Select 10-15 Tons Published Date: 7/20/2022
- CRECOMZR101A00-CRECOMZR108A00, Vertical/Horizontal Low Leak/Ultra Low Leak EconomizerONE Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Select 3 to 12.5 Tons Published Date: 4/17/2024
- CRECOMZR109A00, CRECOMZR110A00, CRECOMZR111A00, CRECOMZR112A00 Vertical/Horizontal Low Leak/Ultra Low Leak EconomizerONE Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Select 10 to 15 Tons Published Date: 4/17/2024
- CRECOMZR113A00 and CRECOMZR114A00 Ultra Low Leak EconomizerONE Accessory for Medium Rooftop Units 15 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 12/17/2024
- CRFLTTRK001A00 Accessory Filter Kit for Medium Rooftop Unit 12.5 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 7/21/2022
- CRFLUEDS006A00 Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Single Package Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Select 12-1/2 to 27-1/2 Ton Published Date: 8/10/2022
- CRFLUEDS007A00 Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Select 7-1/2 to 10, 12-1/2, and 15 Ton Published Date: 5/24/2022
- CRHNGPNL001A00,002A00 Small Rooftop Units Hinged Door Kit for Horizontal EconoMi$er2 and EconoMi$er IV Gas Heat Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling, and Heat Pump Units 3 to 12-1/2 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRLPELEV001A00-004A00, 007A00-009A00, LP (Liquid Propane) High Altitude Gas Conversion Kit Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Units, 3 to 15 Ton Published Date: 8/10/2022
- CRLVHLGD017-054A00 Louvered Hail Guard Accessory for Gas Heat/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling and Heat Pump Select Rooftop Units 15-28 Tons Published Date: 7/19/2022
- CRPWREXH068A00 CRPWREXH069A00 CRPWREXH070A00 Power Exhaust Accessory Single Package Rooftop Units 15 to 25 Tons Published Date: 7/19/2022
- CRSTATUS001A00 Fan/Filter Status Switch Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling and Heat Pump Units 3 to 15 tons Published Date: 8/10/2022
- CRTEMPSN002A00 Temperature Sensor Accessory for Single Dry Bulb Control for Rooftop Units with EconoMi$er IV System 3 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRTRXKIT003A00 Transformer Kit Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 7.5 to 10 Tons 575-v Published Date: 4/19/2022
- CRTWOPOS12A00 CRTWOPOS013A00 Two Position Damper Accessory Single Package Rooftop Units 15 to 25 Tons Published Date: 7/19/2022
- Filter Kit Accessory for Small Rooftop Units Select 3 to 15 Ton Units, CRFLTTRK002A00-006A00 Published Date: 11/3/2021
- Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Units Rooftop Units 3 to 12-1/2 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- Flue Discharge Deflector Accessory for Ultra Low NOx 14 ng/J Rooftop Units Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, 3 to 5 Tons Published Date: 9/2/2021
- HH57AC078 CRENTDIF004A00 Enthalpy Sensor and Differential Enthalpy Sensor Accessories for Rooftop Units with EconoMi$er® IV Controller 3 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 4/19/2022
- Horizontal EconoMi$er X Accessory for Small Rooftop Products Select 3 to 12-1/2 Tons (48/50LC 14 Not Included) CRECOMZR077A00, CRECOMZR079A00, CRECOMZR081A00 Published Date: 10/17/2023
- Horizontal Roof Curb Accessory for Single Package Rooftop Units 48/50FC, HC Sizes 17-30, P/N CRADCURB010A00, CRADCURB011A00, CRADCURB012A00 Published Date: 9/9/2022
- Louvered Hail Guard Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling and Heat Pump Rooftop Units, 3 to 15 Tons Published Date: 5/15/2023
- Low Ambient Control Kit Accessory for Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 6 Tons, CRLAMBKT001A01 Published Date: 5/12/2023
- Manual Damper Accessory for Vertical and Horizontal Applications 15 to 27.5 Tons Model Sizes 17-30 CRMANDPR009A00, CRMANDPR010A00 Published Date: 10/14/2021
- Packaged Rooftop Units with R-410A Accessory Propane and High Altitude Gas Conversion Kit Gas Heating/Elec Cool 176,000-400,000 Btu/hr Heating Published Date: 8/12/2022
- Smoke Detector Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 3 to 15 Tons P/Ns CRSMKKIT003A00, CRSMKSEN003A00 Published Date: 9/9/2022
- Split Systems, 6 to 20 Tons (21.5 to 70.3 kW) Rooftop Units, 3 to 27.5 Tons (10.5 to 96.7 kW) Packaged Heat Pumps Phase Monitor Accessory 50/60 Hz CRPHASE3001A02 CRPHASE3002A00 CRPHASE3002A01 Published Date: 9/19/2024
- Thru-the-Bottom Electric and Gas Connections Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 6 Tons (50/60 Hz) Published Date: 2/10/2022
- Thru-the-Bottom Electric Connections, Thru-the-Curb Gas Connection Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 6 Tons (50/60 Hz) Published Date: 2/10/2022
- Ultra Low Leak Vertical EconoMi$er® 2 Accessory for Small Rooftop Units, 3 to 12.5 Tons, CRECOMZR066A01, CRECOMZR068A01, CRECOMZR070A01 Published Date: 1/11/2022
- Ultra Low Leak Vertical EconoMi$er® X Accessory for Small Rooftop Units 3 to 12.5 Tons (48/50LC 14 Not Included) CRECOMZR067A01, CRECOMZR069A01, and CRECOMZR071A01 Published Date: 1/11/2022
- Ultraviolet Lamp Accessory for Rooftop Units 3 to 27.5 Tons Published Date: 7/20/2021
- Vertical Power Exhaust Accessory for Gas Heating/Electric Cooling, Electric Cooling, and Heat Pump Rooftop Units, 3 to 15 Tons, CRPWREXH030A01;CRPWREXH021A01;CRPWREXH022A01, CRPWREXH023A01,CRPWREXH080A00, CRPWREXH081A00 Published Date: 12/11/2018
- A World of Comfort 2025 - Brochure Published Date: 6/11/2025
- A World of Comfort 2025 - Brochure (Printer Version) Published Date: 6/11/2025
- Carrier Weather Series Rooftop Units* with EcoBlue™ Technology Brochure Published Date: 1/24/2020
- Carrier Weather Series Rooftop Units* with EcoBlue™ Technology Product Chart Published Date: 1/24/2020
- Humidi-MiZer® Adaptive Dehumidification System Published Date: 8/4/2023
- Light Commercial RTUs - 4 Inch Filter Rack - Printer Version Published Date: 12/16/2021
- Light Commercial RTUs - 4 Inch Filter Rack - Web Version Published Date: 12/17/2021
- Light Commercial RTUs - Smoke Detectors Published Date: 6/7/2021
- Staged Air Volume (SAV) System for Carrier’s Small and Medium Packaged Rooftop Units and Light Commercial Splits Systems Published Date: 8/14/2023
- The CRRSA Act (ESSER I) — Funding Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Improvements in K-12 Schools Published Date: 6/16/2022
- Understanding the AIM Act Published Date: 3/10/2022
- DXF/CAD Templates for 48/50FC,GC and JC Rooftop Units Published Date: 3/18/2021
- Single Package Rooftop Unit Gas Heating / Electric Cooling Parts Replacement Information Guide Published Date: 11/30/2021
- Single Package Rooftop Unit Gas Heating / Electric Cooling Parts Replacement Information Guide Published Date: 8/10/2022
- 48/50FC04-30, 48/50GC04-28 Single Package Rooftop Units with SystemVu Controls Version 5.X and Puron (R-410A) Refrigerant, Controls, Start-Up, Operation and Troubleshooting Published Date: 7/17/2024
- RTU Open Multi-Protocol Controller Factory-Installed Option for 48/50FC,GC,HC,KC,LC,TC and 50FCQ,GCQ,KCQ,HCQ,TCQ Published Date: 7/5/2022
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 3 to 6 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 4/7/2025
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC Guide Specifications, 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FCG Guide Specifications, 3 to 5 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 3/26/2025
- 48FC**16 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC**16 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC**20-30 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC**20-30 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC04-07 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC04-07 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FC08-14 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FC08-14 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FCG*04-06 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng/J) Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/23/2024
- 48FCG*04-06 WeatherMaker® Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng/J) Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Unit with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- High Short Circuit Current Rating (60 Hz HSCCR) Supplement for Single Package Rooftop (3 to 15 Nominal Tons) Published Date: 9/12/2021
- 48FC(G/H)*04-06 Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng /J) Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 7/16/2024
- 48FC(G/H)*04-06 Single Package Rooftop Ultra Low NOx (14 ng /J) Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 4/1/2025
- 48FC**08-16 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/21/2024
- 48FC**08-16 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 7/16/2024
- 48FC**20-30 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/21/2024
- 48FC**20-30 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 8/15/2024
- 48FC0**4-07 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Honeywell) Published Date: 2/21/2024
- 48FC0**4-07 Single Package Rooftop Gas Heat/Electric Cooling Units with Puron® (R-410A) Refrigerant (Siemens) Published Date: 3/18/2025
- Press Release - Carrier Innovations Named Finalists in Consulting-Specifying Engineer® Magazine’s Product of the Year Competition Published Date: 5/31/2019
- Press Release - Carrier Introduces Innovative EcoBlue Technology Featuring Industry-First Beltless Indoor Fan System in RTUs Published Date: 12/19/2018
- 48/50FC04-07 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 3 to 6 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 4/7/2025
- 48/50FC08-16 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48/50FC08-16 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 7.5 to 15 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48/50FC20-30 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Honeywell) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48/50FC20-30 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Gas Heating/Electric Cooling and Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Optional Electric Heat with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A), 17.5 to 27.5 Nominal Tons (Siemens) Published Date: 5/28/2024
- 48FCG*04-06 WeatherMaker® Single-Package Ultra Low NOx (14 ng/j) Emissions Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Units with Puron® Refrigerant (R-410A) (Siemens) Published Date: 3/26/2025
- 48FC04-07 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 1/28/2022
- 48FC08-12 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 4/19/2022
- 48FC14 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 4/19/2022
- 48FC16 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 12/5/2022
- 48FC20 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 8/24/2023
- 48FC24,28 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 7/26/2023
- 48FC30 Family REVIT Files Published Date: 12/5/2022
- Small Rooftop Revit Cheat Sheet - Tips and Tricks for Revit Family Files Published Date: 5/12/2021
- Limited Warranty - 48FC, 48GC Gas Heating/Electric Cooling Rooftop Unit with Puron® Refrigerant Commercial Rooftop Equipment Published Date: 11/5/2018
- Limited Warranty for Light Commercial Equipment Published Date: 4/3/2025
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