The Waeco WAC 2600I is the inverter model in Waeco's rooftop range, pairing 2600 W of cooling with 2300 W of heat pump heating in a single unit sitting over a 400 x 400 mm roof aperture. It's built for insulated motorhomes, caravans and panel van conversions up to 8 metres, and it suits owners touring outside the summer window, where a cold April morning needs as much attention as an August afternoon. A variable-speed compressor sits at the heart of it, settling to a steady output once the cabin reaches temperature. The WAC ADBL air distribution box is supplied with it, feeding air forward and back through swivelling outlets, with the remote setting mode, temperature and blower speed.
How does the heating on the Waeco WAC 2600I work?
The WAC 2600I uses heat pump technology through the same rooftop unit, giving 2300 W of heating alongside 2600 W of cooling. Select heating on the remote and the fan starts on low after two minutes, reaching your chosen speed around five minutes in once the evaporator is up to temperature.
Draw sits at 7 A or below on a 220 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz supply, with a 7 A fuse specified, and a gentle start-up keeps the compressor from pulling a heavy surge at switch-on. The rooftop unit weighs 31.5 kg and measures 805 mm long by 722 mm wide by 230 mm high, matching the housing used on the WAC 2200 and WAC 2600. Five modes cover the year: automatic, cooling, heating, dehumidify for damp mornings and ventilation for moving air with the compressor off. A sleep function eases the set temperature overnight. The air distribution box measures 579 mm front to back by 518 mm across, stands 54 mm high, and its dust filter lifts out for washing.
Fitting works with roof thicknesses from 25 mm to 60 mm, with duct sections stacked to match: one section for 25 to 35 mm, two for 35 to 45 mm, three for 45 to 55 mm and four for 55 to 60 mm. Waeco asks for a flat mounting area within 10 degrees of horizontal, centred between two longitudinal roof supports, with 50 mm of clearance around the unit and 150 mm where nearby roof fittings stand above 60 mm tall. The 400 x 400 mm cut-out matches the standard rooflight aperture, so plenty of installations reuse an existing opening. Work the 31.5 kg rooftop weight into your payload figure and ask your vehicle manufacturer to confirm the roof structure suits the static and travelling loads. Waeco rates efficient operation between -2°C and 52°C ambient, and the WAC 2600I carries a 2 year warranty.
Waeco WAC 2600I Inverter Air Conditioner with Heating Features
Superior cooling performance - with 2600W of cooling performance
Integrated heater - powerful 2300W of heating performance
Aerodynamic design - aerodynamically shaped rooftop unit in white
Super quiet operation - enjoy a silent nights sleep without
Available with flat air distribution box for powerful airflow
Easy operation - simply adjust direction of airflow with your fingertip
Reduced power consumption - thanks to interior compressor and heat pump technology
Remote control operation - easily set temperature and airflow level via remote control
Quiet and gentle air conditioner start-up even on campsites with low fuse protection
Quick heat at the touch of a button
Specifications
Cooling Capacity : 2600W
Heating Capacity : 2300W
Roof Cutout : 40x40cm
Recommended Vehicle Length : up to 8m
Nominal Voltage : 220-240V / 50 - 60Hz
Power Consumption : < 7A
Required Fuse: 7A
Dimensions (Roof Unit) : L 805 x W 772 x H 230mm
Weight (Roof Unit) : 31.5kg
Dimensions (Distribution Unit) : L 579 x W 518 x H 54mm
Weight (Distribution Unit) : 3.5kg
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Waeco WAC 2600I heat as well as cool?
Yes. The WAC 2600I delivers 2300 W of heating through heat pump technology alongside 2600 W of cooling, so one rooftop unit covers both ends of the season. Waeco rates efficient operation in ambient temperatures from -2°C up to 52°C, which suits spring and autumn touring, cool evenings and early mornings. It sits comfortably alongside existing gas or diesel heating, taking the chill off at the touch of a button.
What is the difference between the Waeco WAC 2600I and the WAC 2600?
The WAC 2600I adds an inverter compressor and heat pump technology to the 2600 W cooling output it shares with the WAC 2600, giving 2300 W of heating on top. Draw rises to 7 A or less with a 7 A fuse, against 6 A or less and a 6 A fuse. The rooftop unit weighs 31.5 kg against 30 kg, and it accepts a 50 or 60 Hz supply against 50 Hz. Both share the same 400 x 400 mm cut-out, the same 805 x 722 x 230 mm housing, the same 8 metre vehicle rating and the same WAC ADBL air distribution box.
What does the inverter compressor on the Waeco WAC 2600I do?
An inverter compressor varies its speed rather than switching between full output and off. Once the interior reaches your set temperature, the WAC 2600I settles to a lower, steadier output to hold it there. Waeco lists reduced power consumption and quiet running as the results, which owners tend to notice most overnight.
What size motorhome or caravan does the Waeco WAC 2600I suit?
Waeco rates the WAC 2600I for insulated motorhomes, caravans and panel vans up to 8 metres in length. The installation manual specifies a vehicle floor area above 4 square metres. Cooling output is 2600 W, roughly 8,900 BTU per hour, with 2300 W of heating, roughly 7,800 BTU per hour. The rating suits larger coachbuilts, A-class motorhomes, twin-axle caravans and long-wheelbase panel van conversions.
Will the Waeco WAC 2600I run on a campsite hook-up?
Waeco specifies a draw of 7 A or less at 220 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz, with a 7 A fuse. A 10 A or 16 A pitch supply gives comfortable headroom for a kettle or fridge running at the same time. A soft start-up brings the compressor up gently instead of pulling a heavy surge, which suits sites with low fuse protection. Check the pitch rating when booking across France, Spain and Italy, where 6 A supplies are common.
Does the Waeco WAC 2600I fit an existing 400 x 400 mm rooflight aperture?
Yes. Waeco built the WAC 2600I around a 400 x 400 mm roof cut-out, the standard rooflight aperture used across the motorhome and caravan industry, so an existing opening of the same size takes the unit with no extra cutting. Roof thickness needs to fall between 25 mm and 60 mm, with duct sections stacked to suit: one for 25 to 35 mm, two for 35 to 45 mm, three for 45 to 55 mm and four for 55 to 60 mm. The mounting area sits within 10 degrees of horizontal, centred between two longitudinal roof supports.
Is the air distribution box supplied with the Waeco WAC 2600I?
Yes. This package pairs the WAC 2600I rooftop unit, SKU 9630002130, with the WAC ADBL air distribution box, SKU 9630002131, so both halves of the installation arrive together. The WAC ADBL measures 579 mm front to back, 518 mm across and 54 mm high, weighs 3.5 kg, and carries a removable dust filter for cleaning. The unit comes with a 2 year warranty.
How much weight does the Waeco WAC 2600I add to the roof?
The rooftop unit weighs 31.5 kg. Adding the WAC ADBL air distribution box at 3.5 kg brings the installed total to 35 kg. Work this into your payload allowance, and ask your vehicle manufacturer to confirm the roof structure suits the static weight plus the loads generated while driving. Waeco recommends siting the unit centrally between two longitudinal roof supports, and advises checking with the manufacturer about any change to the recorded vehicle height.
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