Product Overview
The Midea VC Max is a cooling-only VRF platform engineered specifically for hot climates where cooling is the dominant year-round load. By eliminating heating components and focusing exclusively on cooling performance, this system delivers maximum efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for commercial buildings in tropical, desert, and equatorial regions.
Available in single-module configurations from 8 to 30 HP and multi-module combinations from 32 to 90 HP, the VC Max provides 5,000 to 57,000 W of cooling capacity. Its 55°C extreme cooling rating ensures reliable operation in the hottest conditions, while HyperLink communication supports pipe runs up to 2,000 m. The ShieldBox IP55 enclosure provides protection against dust, rain, and UV radiation, making it ideal for demanding environments.
Key Features
Single-Fan Top-Discharge Design
Maximizes airflow while minimizing rooftop footprint with vertical discharge that eliminates lateral clearance requirements.
- Eliminates lateral clearance requirements for efficient rooftop layouts
- Maximizes cooling capacity per square meter of rooftop area
- Vertical exhaust directs hot air away from occupied spaces
- Compact footprint frees rooftop area for solar PV, green roofs, or amenities
- Reduces structural loading per unit position
55°C Extreme Cooling Capability
Maintains rated cooling capacity even in 55°C ambient temperatures, ensuring reliability during extreme heat events.
- Rated cooling capacity maintained at 55°C ambient temperature
- Eliminates need for 20-30% oversizing safety margins
- Right-sized equipment reduces capital cost and structural requirements
- Prevents building safety events during extreme heat episodes
- Reduces annual operating costs by eliminating oversized equipment cycling
HyperLink Communication Technology
Supports signal transmission across pipe networks up to 2,000 m in length with zero-latency control data delivery.
- 2,000 m total pipe length signal transmission capability
- Zero-latency control data delivery to every indoor unit
- META 2.0 platform optimizes compressor sequencing in real time
- BACnet and Modbus compatibility for seamless BMS integration
- Enables centralized outdoor plant serving distributed indoor loads
12 Indoor Unit Type Options
Complete design flexibility with support for 12 distinct indoor unit types to match any space requirement.
- 12 indoor unit types including concealed ducted, cassette, floor-standing, and wall-mounted
- Complete design freedom to match climate delivery to each zone's aesthetic
- Single outdoor system family serves entire project
- Simplifies maintenance and spare parts inventory
- Reduces equipment diversity and operational complexity
ShieldBox IP55 Enclosure Protection
Comprehensive protection against dust, water jets, and UV radiation for reliable operation in harsh environments.
- IP55 rated dust-tight and water-jet protected enclosure
- UV-stabilized materials resist polymer degradation
- Gold Fin condenser coating resists coastal salt air and industrial pollution
- Maintains rated cooling performance year after year
- Eliminates need for supplementary weather enclosures
Cooling-Only Optimization
Purpose-built cooling circuit delivers higher efficiency and performance than multi-function VRF systems.
- Purpose-built cooling circuit with no reversing valve pressure losses
- Every component optimized exclusively for cooling performance
- Higher IEER than equivalent cooling-and-heating VRF systems
- Lower part-load power consumption
- Faster pull-down times and more precise temperature control
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | VC Max |
| Single Module Capacity | 8-30 HP |
| Multi-Module Capacity | 32-90 HP |
| Cooling Capacity | 5,000 - 57,000 W |
| Airflow Range | 12,600 - 66,000 m³/h |
| Discharge Configuration | Single-fan top-discharge |
| Extreme Cooling Rating | 55°C ambient - full capacity |
| Communication | HyperLink up to 2,000 m |
| Enclosure Protection | ShieldBox IP55 |
| Anti-Corrosion | Gold Fin condenser coating |
| Control Platform | META 2.0 |
| Indoor Unit Types | 12 types supported |
| System Type | Cooling-only |
| Refrigerant | R32 |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
| Origin | China |
| Brand | Midea / Hongtai |
Applications
- Commercial office buildings in tropical and equatorial climates
- Data center ancillary spaces requiring reliable year-round cooling
- Airport terminals in hot-climate regions
- Shopping malls and retail centers in desert and tropical environments
- Telecommunications switching stations and equipment shelters
- Industrial process cooling for manufacturing facilities
- Supermarket and cold-chain logistics buildings
- Indoor sports facilities and aquatic centers in hot climates
- Hotel back-of-house areas requiring dedicated cooling infrastructure
- Government buildings in extreme-heat regions with 24/7 cooling demands
Certifications & Standards
- TUV Certified - Performance and safety testing per EN 14511 / EN 14825
- CE Marking - European conformity for electrical safety and EMC
- RoHS Compliant - Restriction of Hazardous Substances
- ISO 9001 - Quality Management System
- ISO 14001 - Environmental Management System
- ISO 45001 - Occupational Health and Safety Management
- R32 Refrigerant - A2L classification per ASHRAE Standard 34
- ShieldBox IP55 - IEC 60529 ingress protection rating
- Gold Fin Coating - Marine-grade anti-corrosion performance
- 55°C Extreme Cooling - Third-party verified high-ambient performance
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