Chromagen 170L Heat Pump Price 2026: Installed and Rebates
What the Chromagen 170L Heat Pump (Midea) costs installed, what the federal and state rebates take off in each state, and the specifications Chromagen publishes for it. A 170L R290 (propane) heat pump for a 1-2 person household.
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Chromagen 170L Heat Pump price (2026)
Modelled estimate, checked 23 September 2026: built from published before-rebate installed prices for this model, not Chromagen's list price and not a quote. The STC discount is 13 certificates for a 2026 install in zone 3, which covers Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth; Melbourne, Canberra and Hobart earn more, at the $40 clearing house cap. From 1 January 2027 the same system earns about one fifth fewer certificates, so the discount falls again.
Chromagen 170L Heat Pump price after rebates, by state
Certificates depend on the climate zone of the capital city. State rebates have their own eligibility rules, so follow the state link before you count on one.
| State | STC discount | After STCs | After state rebates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Zone 4 | ~$560 (14 STCs) | $2,240 to $2,940 | $610 to $1,740 |
| New South Wales Zone 3 | ~$520 (13 STCs) | $2,280 to $2,980 | $1,640 to $2,650 |
| Queensland Zone 3 | ~$520 (13 STCs) | $2,280 to $2,980 | See QLD rebates |
| South Australia Zone 3 | ~$520 (13 STCs) | $2,280 to $2,980 | See SA rebates |
| Australian Capital Territory Zone 5 | ~$560 (14 STCs) | $2,240 to $2,940 | See ACT rebates |
| Western Australia Zone 3 | ~$520 (13 STCs) | $2,280 to $2,980 | See WA rebates |
| Tasmania Zone 5 | ~$560 (14 STCs) | $2,240 to $2,940 | See TAS rebates |
| Northern Territory Zone 1 | ~$440 (11 STCs) | $2,360 to $3,060 | See NT rebates |
Victoria includes the Solar Victoria rebate and Victorian Energy Upgrades; New South Wales includes the Energy Savings Scheme discount. Both are ranges because the amount depends on the system you replace and the installer.
Chromagen 170L Heat Pump specifications
| Specification | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tank capacity | 170L | PumpSwap brand data |
| Coefficient of performance (COP) | 3.4 | Chromagen's published figure |
| Sound level | 48 dB | Chromagen's published figure |
| Refrigerant | R290 (propane) | Chromagen data sheet |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1500 x 560 x 560 mm | PumpSwap brand data; confirm on the installer's data sheet |
| Weight | 72 kg | PumpSwap brand data; confirm on the installer's data sheet |
| Warranty | 5 years tank, 5 years compressor | Chromagen's terms for the range, as held in PumpSwap brand data; confirm the current terms on your quote |
| Register model code | 170HP290M20 | Clean Energy Regulator register, read 23 September 2026 |
| Running cost | ~$348 a year | Modelled from the COP: four people, 200L a day, 31c/kWh |
| Suited to | 1-2 person household | PumpSwap sizing guide |
Chromagen is not listed as Australian made. Chromagen is not on Solar Victoria's locally made list, so it earns the standard Victorian rebate tier.
Chromagen 170L Heat Pump: common questions
How much does the Chromagen 170L Heat Pump cost installed in 2026?
Our modelled installed price for the Chromagen 170L Heat Pump (Midea) is $2,800 - $3,500 before rebates, built from published installed prices and checked 23 September 2026. The federal STC discount on this model is 13 certificates, about $520, for a 2026 install in zone 3, which covers Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth; Melbourne, Canberra and Hobart earn more. That leaves roughly $2,280 to $2,980 before any state rebate. Your installer's quote is the real price: it depends on access, the old system and the electrical work.
Who is the Chromagen 170L Heat Pump suited to?
It is a 170L tank, which suits a 1-2 person household on our sizing guide. Across the Chromagen range, it is best for: budget-conscious buyers wanting a reliable mid-range heat pump.
What warranty comes with the Chromagen 170L Heat Pump?
Chromagen publishes a 5-year tank warranty and 5 years on the compressor for its range. Workmanship on the install is the installer's own warranty, so ask each installer for theirs in writing.
How noisy is the Chromagen 170L Heat Pump?
Chromagen publishes 48 dB for this model. Check the distance each maker measures at when you compare brands; most publish a figure at one metre.
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