Overview
- Midea has announced a new PortaSplit generation for sale in Europe in 2027 that will use R290 (propan) instead of the current R32 refrigerant.
- The company said the change is driven by stricter EU F‑Gases rules coming into force in 2027 that limit fluorinated refrigerants and favor low‑GWP alternatives.
- The redesign includes a user‑removable condensate filter and a higher‑pressure drain on the outdoor unit to allow longer or rising drain runs.
- A new radio chip will add Matter 1.6 support for broader smart‑home compatibility, and the current R32 model will be phased out once the new version arrives.
- Midea confirmed that units lawfully placed on the EU market before the end of 2026 may still be sold and used, while strong summer demand that caused sell‑outs and brief price spikes has since eased toward about €1,100, and the switch to mildly flammable R290 will affect design, certification and installer practice.