Braemar Dominator Series

Australia's residential electrification faces a critical barrier: 1.2 million homes with ducted gas heating cannot transition to electric without complete ductwork replacement, causing extensive disruption and expense.The design challenge was engineering an all-electric reverse-cycle system delivering premium performance through existing gas heating ductwork across all major brands, each with unique airflow characteristic profiles.Technical constraints included achieving optimal airflow through incompatible ductwork, maintaining quiet operation, delivering 21kW heating and 13.2kW cooling via single-phase power, and ensuring installation simplicity.The solution required balancing innovation with reliability, performance, and retrofit compatibility with new construction competitiveness, opening electrification pathways without the cost.

Seeley International’s 18-month development program mapped airflow characteristics and pressure profiles across major gas heating brands to establish universal compatibility parameters. The breakthrough integrated variable-speed DC inverter technology with advanced EC fan systems, delivering optimal performance through existing ductwork. Key milestones included NATA-accredited laboratory validation, six-month field trials across Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney, and forty installer workshops shaping practical design improvements, from ceiling-access dimensions to faster connections reducing installation time by 70%. By leveraging proven technologies instead of untested innovation, Seeley ensured reliability while accelerating delivery. The March 2024 launch achieved immediate commercial validation through strong gas replacement uptake nationally.

Since its launch, strong uptake in gas replacement applications has validated the system’s market potential. Installation times of as little as six hours, up to 70% faster than conventional retrofits, have positioned electric ducted systems as practical mainstream alternatives to gas heating. The transition from gas to electric heating eliminates direct combustion emissions as Australia’s electricity grid decarbonises. Use of R32 refrigerant reduces global warming potential by 68% compared with R410A while requiring 30% less refrigerant. Retaining existing ductwork also prevents 40–60kg of steel and aluminium waste per installation, supporting accessible residential electrification for Australia’s 1.2 million ducted gas-heated homes.

Universal Gas Replacement Compatibility Unique engineering achievement enabling direct replacement of all major ducted gas heating brands without ductwork modification. Precision-designed airflow management accommodates diverse pressure profiles and outlet configurations, transforming complex retrofits into straightforward six-hour installations.Intelligent Variable Capacity Control DC inverter compressor technology delivers continuous modulation from 5.4kW to 21kW heating (2.3kW to 16.8kW cooling), automatically adjusting output to match real-time thermal demand. Eliminates efficiency losses from fixed-speed cycling while maintaining stable indoor conditions.Advanced Multi-Zone Architecture EC backward-curved fan system provides variable airflow from 400-900 L/s across 0-300Pa external static pressure. Integrated eight-zone control with individual RF temperature sensors enables precision room-by-room conditioning, reducing unnecessary energy consumption.Splitable Design for Installation Access Indoor unit separates into fan box (26kg) and coil box (36kg) components, enabling installation through standard ceiling access points without structural modification. Expands retrofit application range across diverse housing configurations.Environmental Leadership R32 refrigerant achieves 68% lower global warming potential than R410A while requiring 30% less charge volume. High-efficiency operation meets latest national energy standards with climate-zone-specific performance optimization.Proven Reliability NATA-accredited laboratory testing, comprehensive field validation, and Australian manufacturing ensure parts availability and rapid service support, backed by five-year comprehensive warranty.