Samsung EHS TDM Plus 16 kW Outdoor Unit for Air Source Heat Pump (Biblok)

The Samsung EHS TDM Plus AE160MXTPEH/EU outdoor air source heat pump unit is a high-power bibloc heat pump designed for HVAC systems that combine air-to-water (A2W) and air-to-air (A2A) technology. It offers a nominal capacity of 16 kW in heating and 14.5 kW in cooling, making it possible to provide heating, cooling, and domestic hot water production through a single outdoor unit when combined with compatible indoor modules and accessories.

Samsung’s TDM Plus technology makes it possible to integrate water-based and direct expansion climate control in the same system. In this way, an installation can supply underfloor heating, radiators, or hydronic systems and, at the same time, work with compatible air conditioning indoor units. This flexibility allows the system to adapt its operation to different thermal needs throughout the year.

Main features of the Samsung EHS TDM Plus AE160MXTPEH/EU

• Brand: Samsung.
• Range: EHS TDM Plus.
• Reference: AE160MXTPEH/EU.
• Type: outdoor heat pump unit.
• System: bibloc.
• Technology: air-to-water (A2W) and air-to-air (A2A).
• Nominal heating capacity: 16 kW.
• Nominal cooling capacity: 14.5 kW.
• Power supply: single-phase.
• Nominal COP in heating: 4.05.
• Nominal EER in cooling: 3.78.
• Nominal power input in heating: 3.95 kW.
• Nominal power input in cooling: 3.84 kW.
• Refrigerant: R410A.
• Factory refrigerant charge: 3.5 kg.
• Airflow: 123 m³/min.
• Sound pressure: 54 dB(A) in cooling and 55 dB(A) in heating.
• Sound power: 73 dB(A).
• Dimensions: 940 x 1,420 x 330 mm.
• Net weight: 107 kg.

TDM Plus system: air-to-water and air-to-air in a single outdoor unit

One of the distinctive features of the Samsung EHS TDM Plus range is the ability to combine air-to-water and air-to-air climate control using a single outdoor unit. The system can produce thermal energy for the hydraulic circuit and, when the installation is configured for it, also supply direct expansion indoor units.

The air-to-water side can be used for applications such as underfloor heating, low-temperature radiators, hydronic systems, and domestic hot water production through compatible indoor components. On the other hand, air-to-air operation allows spaces to be cooled or heated quickly through Samsung indoor units compatible with the TDM Plus system.

This combination makes it possible to design installations that take advantage of the comfort provided by hydronic heating while also offering a fast response through air-based climate control.

16 kW nominal heating output

The Samsung AE160MXTPEH/EU provides a nominal heating capacity of 16 kW. Under the nominal conditions specified by Samsung, it delivers a COP of 4.05, meaning a ratio between thermal energy supplied and electrical energy consumed of 4.05 under the corresponding test conditions.

The nominal electrical consumption published by Samsung in heating mode is 3.95 kW. The actual performance of an installation may vary depending on factors such as outdoor temperature, water supply temperature, heating demand, hydraulic configuration, and operating conditions.

14.5 kW cooling capacity

In addition to heating, this outdoor unit can provide 14.5 kW of nominal cooling capacity. Samsung specifies a nominal EER of 3.78 and a nominal electrical consumption in cooling mode of 3.84 kW.

Cooling can be delivered through the air-to-water system with cooling-compatible emitters or through the air-to-air side of the TDM Plus system, depending on the installation design.

Fast heating with TDM technology

Samsung developed TDM technology to combine the advantages of hydronic systems with the fast response of air-based climate control. While an underfloor heating system can provide even and stable heat distribution, compatible air-to-air indoor units can quickly raise the room temperature when an immediate response is needed.

The system control allows the priorities and operating modes of the EHS TDM Plus to be managed so the installation can be adapted to the comfort needs of each moment.

Operation at outdoor temperatures down to -25 °C

The unit is designed to continue providing heating even in demanding outdoor conditions. In air-to-water heating mode, Samsung specifies an outdoor range of -25 to 35 °C.

For domestic hot water production, the indicated outdoor temperature range is -25 to 43 °C. This allows the system to keep operating for much of the year even in areas with cold winters.

Wide operating range

Samsung establishes different outdoor temperature ranges depending on the mode used:

• A2W heating: from -25 to 35 °C.
• A2W cooling: from 10 to 46 °C.
• DHW production: from -25 to 43 °C.
• A2A heating: from -25 to 24 °C.
• A2A cooling: from 10 to 46 °C.

These limits refer to the outdoor operating temperature and should be considered together with the hydraulic system conditions and the rest of the installation components.

R410A refrigerant

The Samsung AE160MXTPEH/EU uses R410A refrigerant. The declared factory charge is 3.5 kg, equivalent to 7.31 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent according to the global warming potential indicated by the manufacturer.

As this is equipment containing fluorinated gases, installation, refrigerant circuit handling, commissioning, and maintenance must be carried out by qualified professionals in accordance with current regulations.

Single-phase outdoor unit

The AE160MXTPEH/EU reference corresponds to the single-phase version of the 16 kW TDM Plus range. Samsung also offers three-phase variants within this family, so it is important to check the exact reference when sizing the electrical supply.

For this model, Samsung declares a rated current of 18 A in heating and 17.5 A in cooling. The minimum circuit ampacity, MCA, is 32 A and the indicated maximum protection, MFA, is 40 A.

Refrigerant connections

As this is a bibloc heat pump, the outdoor unit is refrigerantly connected to the compatible indoor elements of the system. Samsung specifies the following pipe sizes for this reference:

• Liquid pipe: 9.52 mm (3/8").
• Gas pipe: 15.88 mm (5/8").

The design and sizing of the refrigerant piping must be carried out in compliance with the lengths, height differences, additional charges, and installation requirements established by Samsung for the specific configuration.

Airflow of 123 m³/min

The outdoor unit includes a propeller fan capable of delivering an airflow of up to 123 m³/min. This high air movement promotes heat exchange with the outside air and helps maintain the heat pump’s performance within its operating range.

The installation must ensure the minimum clearances indicated by Samsung around the unit to avoid recirculation of discharged air and to guarantee proper ventilation of the heat exchanger.

Noise level

Samsung declares a sound pressure level of 54 dB(A) in cooling and 55 dB(A) in heating. The indicated nominal sound power is 73 dB(A).

The final acoustic perception depends on the location, distance from façades and windows, the presence of reflective surfaces, anti-vibration mounts, and installation conditions. For this reason, the outdoor unit location should be assessed taking into account both technical requirements and applicable acoustic regulations.

High-power outdoor format

Despite its high thermal output, the AE160MXTPEH/EU concentrates the main refrigeration components in a single outdoor unit. Its net dimensions are:

• Width: 940 mm.
• Height: 1,420 mm.
• Depth: 330 mm.
• Net weight: 107 kg.

Samsung’s shipping dimensions are 995 x 1,598 x 426 mm and the shipping weight is approximately 115 kg.

Bibloc system for a flexible installation

The bibloc configuration separates the outdoor refrigeration unit from the indoor hydraulic module. This makes it possible to place the component responsible for the water circuit inside the building, while the heat pump and its outdoor circuit remain installed outside.

The AE160MXTPEH/EU unit does not by itself constitute a complete air source heat pump system. For an air-to-water installation, it must be combined with the hydraulic module, control system, DHW tank, and other compatible accessories according to the selected installation scheme.

Heating, cooling, and DHW production

When properly integrated into an EHS TDM Plus system, this outdoor unit can contribute to the production of:

• Heating through underfloor heating.
• Heating through compatible radiators.
• Heating through other hydronic emitters.
• Cooling through compatible hydronic circuits.
• Air-to-air climate control through compatible indoor units.
• Domestic hot water production through a storage tank and suitable components.

Control adapted to installation needs

The Samsung EHS TDM Plus system allows different priorities and operating modes to be configured through its control unit. This makes it possible to adapt the management of heating, cooling, DHW, and air-based climate control to the needs of each installation.

The available configuration will depend on the hydraulic module, controllers, indoor units, and accessories installed together with the outdoor unit.

Applications for the Samsung EHS TDM Plus 16 kW

Thanks to its power and versatility, the AE160MXTPEH/EU is aimed at projects that require high thermal demand and the ability to combine different forms of climate control:

• Large detached houses.
• Heating system renovation projects.
• Systems with underfloor heating.
• Installations with compatible low-temperature radiators.
• Air conditioning through compatible Samsung indoor units.
• Domestic hot water production.
• Small commercial applications.
• Projects seeking to combine air-to-water and air-to-air climate control with a single outdoor unit.

Technical data for the Samsung AE160MXTPEH/EU

• Manufacturer: Samsung.
• Family: EHS.
• Range: TDM Plus.
• Reference: AE160MXTPEH/EU.
• Type: bibloc heat pump outdoor unit.
• Mode: A2W heat pump with TDM Plus functionality.
• Power supply: single-phase.
• Nominal heating capacity: 16 kW.
• Nominal cooling capacity: 14.5 kW.
• Nominal COP: 4.05.
• Nominal EER: 3.78.
• Nominal power input in heating: 3.95 kW.
• Nominal power input in cooling: 3.84 kW.
• Rated current in heating: 18 A.
• Rated current in cooling: 17.5 A.
• MCA: 32 A.
• MFA: 40 A.
• Fan type: propeller.
• Airflow: 123 m³/min.
• Refrigerant: R410A.
• Factory refrigerant charge: 3.5 kg.
• Samsung stated GWP: 2,088.
• Equivalent charge: 7.31 tCO₂e.
• Liquid pipe: 9.52 mm (3/8").
• Gas pipe: 15.88 mm (5/8").
• Sound pressure in cooling: 54 dB(A).
• Sound pressure in heating: 55 dB(A).
• Sound power: 73 dB(A).
• A2W heating outdoor range: -25 to 35 °C.
• A2W cooling outdoor range: 10 to 46 °C.
• DHW outdoor range: -25 to 43 °C.
• A2A heating outdoor range: -25 to 24 °C.
• A2A cooling outdoor range: 10 to 46 °C.
• Dimensions: 940 x 1,420 x 330 mm.
• Net weight: 107 kg.
• Shipping dimensions: 995 x 1,598 x 426 mm.
• Shipping weight: 115 kg.

16 kW air source heat pump with Samsung TDM Plus technology

The Samsung AE160MXTPEH/EU offers 16 kW of nominal heating output and 14.5 kW in cooling within a system that can combine air-to-water and air-to-air climate control. This architecture makes it possible to use a single outdoor unit to cover different heating, cooling, and DHW needs, provided that the compatible indoor modules and accessories are installed.

Its heating operation at outdoor temperatures down to -25 °C, the nominal COP of 4.05, and the flexibility of TDM Plus technology make it a solution especially suited to installations where the goal is to combine hydronic systems and air-based climate control. Sizing, refrigerant installation, hydraulic configuration, and commissioning must be carried out by qualified professionals following Samsung’s technical documentation and current regulations.