Performance™ 18 Air Conditioner
26TPA8
Delivering dependable performance with energy-saving two-stage comfort.
Overview
The Performance 18 Air Conditioner delivers a perfect blend of energy efficiency and advanced comfort. With up to 18 SEER2 cooling efficiency and enhanced humidity control, this air conditioner not only helps reduce cooling costs but also ensures optimal indoor conditions. Its two-stage compressor provides consistent operation, while InteliSense™ technology offers seamless system monitoring for a better customer experience. Designed with a focus on environmental responsibility, it utilizes Puron Advance™ refrigerant to help reduce your carbon footprint.
Features
A two-stage compressor provides consistent cooling. Pair it with an ecobee for Carrier Smart Thermostat to further take control of your indoor comfort effortlessly.
Keeps indoor humidity levels in check with a two-stage compressor, ensuring a more comfortable living space during the hot summer months.
Allows critical equipment performance data to be gathered and shared with your dealer, who can reassure you that your system is running properly. Simply pair your air conditioner with an InteliSense-enabled Carrier smart thermostat, grant permissions for data-sharing permissions, and enjoy an improved customer experience.
Operates at sound levels as low as 67 decibels, ensuring a quiet cooling experience. The compressor sound blanket minimizes noise, letting you enjoy a peaceful environment.
Experience peace of mind with Carrier's Consumer Choice Warranty. Upon timely registration, on eligible equipment select either a 10-year parts only limited warranty or a 5-year parts, plus a 3-year labor limited warranty.1
Control your compatible Carrier system from anywhere with the Carrier SmartHome App, making it easy to adjust temperatures, create schedules, and monitor your home's comfort.
Puron Advance™ refrigerant delivers a 75% decrease in global warming potential while maintaining original Puron's non-ozone depleting properties.
At a glance
SEER2 Cooling Efficiency
Up to 18EER2 Cooling Efficiency
Up to 14Sound Level
As low as 67 decibelsCompressor Type
Two-stage with compressor sound blanketRefrigerant
Puron Advance™Size
Available in various sizes to accommodate most homesProtection
WeatherArmor™ Ultra CabinetUpgrade your home cooling system to save energy, maximize comfort and reduce your carbon footprint.
Works great with
Customer Reviews
3.8 /5
3.8 rating of Reviews (51)
New compressor
July 30, 2026
Unit has worked flawlessly during this current air conditioning season. I needed to procure new unit due to regulations and get a currently legal refrigerant. Last compressor lasted 20 years.
Nice dependable upgrade
July 28, 2026
Unit has worked extremely well even during the 95 to 100+ deg days
AC by category
July 27, 2026
Excellent piece of engineering
No complaints
July 18, 2026
No complaints
No I would not recommend this product
July 14, 2026
The AC is extremely loud when it kicks on.
TOTALLY DISSATISFIED WITH CARRIER AC - DO NOT BUY
July 7, 2026
This is the 3rd higher-end Carrier product that I have purchased. I will never buy one again. The condenser unit is SO incredibly loud. I had the installer come back out and check everything - he ended up saying that "I just have a loud unit". I will not buy another. I will tell my friends, my family, and anyone that ever mentions AC units not to buy Carrier. This is ridiculous. How can you even put a product on the marketplace that is this loud?
Documents
Brochure
Performance Series Air Conditioners with Puron Advance
Carrier AC Comparison Consumer Brochure
Carrier InteliSense Technology Consumer Flyer
Owner's Manual
Homeowner's Manual for Split System Air Conditioners Using R-454B Refrigerant
Warranty Card
Garantie limitée des groupes condenseur de climatiseurs et de thermopompes avec frigorigène Puron AdvanceMD (R-454B)
Carrier Limited Warranty for Air Conditioner & Heat Pump Condensing Units with Puron (R-454B) Refrigerant
California residents please see Proposition 65
Legal disclaimer
To the original owner on eligible equipment for eligible residential applications. Warranty period is 5 years if not registered within 90 days. Jurisdictions where warranty benefits cannot be conditioned on registration will automatically receive a 10-year parts limited warranty, which can be changed to the 5-year parts, plus a 3-year labor option on eligible equipment within the first 90 days after installation. The 5-year parts, plus 3-year labor warranty option is available only if the installing dealer/contractor has elected to participate in the Consumer Choice warranty program and has accepted the Consumer Choice dealer terms and conditions.