Dometic Turbo Unit (DTU) vs. EnviroComfort Unit (ECD)

Being Dometic dealers, we know well both the Dometic Turbo DTU and Dometic Envirocomfort ECD – the company’s two most popular self-contained marine air conditioners – quite well. They both come in cooling capacities from 6,000 to 16,000 BTUs, but there are a few key differences. (note: for the Dometic DTG vs CTM CT Unit, see here).

We’re highlighting the pros and cons of both units below:

Dometic Turbo DTU Unit

dometic dtu16

Powerful, Quiet & Compact With No Drain Pan Worries

The Dometic Turbo DTU series completely revolutionized self-contained boat air conditioning with patented innovations in marine air conditioning system design, winning the IBEX Innovation Award. The rust-free molded composite drain pan has three drains for the rapid removal of condensate water. The drain pan has a small footprint for installation flexibility. A vibration-isolation mounting system results in significantly quieter, virtually vibration-free performance. The enclosed blower motor eliminates overhang for reduced depth.

The Dometic Turbo DTU is available in 6,000, 8,000, 10,000, 12,000 and 16,000 BTU/hr, with the 16,000 BTU Dometic DTU16 being the top seller.

These new and updated versions of the self contained unit also have the dual capability of heating and cooling. Through its reversing valve, the unit can be used as a heater and air conditioner.

Dometic Turbo DTU PROS

  • Turbo blower has 30% more capacity
  • Compact, lightweight
  • Composite drain pan will not rust
  • Optional sound cover further reduces compressor noise by up to 50%
  • More modern design
  • Reverse cycle = cooling and heating
  • Slightly further rotation allowed on blower
  • New “U-Board” Universal control Board

Dometic Turbo DTU

  • Higher price point
  • Doesn’t come with control / display or cable because it’s intended to be replacement for previous Dometic models (Stowaway Turbo STX, Vector Turbo Unit VTD)

*Dometic Turbo DTU Units are direct replacements for all VT and ST units. All units include temperature sensor. Display cable not included.

 

Dometic EnviroComfort – Dometic ECD

Dometic ECD

Enjoy Year-Round Comfort with EnviroComfort – Dometic ECD

Dometic’s EnviroComfort Units (ECDs) are available in 6,000, 10,000, and 16,000 BTU/hr cooling and reverse-cycle heating capacities, so you can size the system to suit your boat for ultimate comfort in a range of climates.

All units have blowers with internal motors for a more compact installation footprint. The blower can be rotated to a horizontal or vertical position for greater installation flexibility. ECD units are built on an easy-to-plumb stainless-steel drain pan, and the pre-installed return-air filter is removable for cleaning.

Dometic ECD units are operated by a compact digital control/display (included) that features a bright green LED and large buttons. For added installation convenience, the plastic electrical box can be mounted remotely.

ECD kits are ideal for replacing an existing air conditioning system or for a new air conditioning installation. The Retrofit Kit includes the ECD self-contained air conditioning unit and digital control with bezel and is intended to replace an older self-contained air conditioner of comparable capacity. The ECD6K will replace a 5,000 to 7,000 BTU/hr unit; the ECD10K will replace an 8,000 to 11,000 BTU/hr unit, and the ECD16K will replace a 12,000 to 16,000 BTU/hr unit.

Dometic ECD PROS

  • More economic price point
  • High-velocity blower provides powerful cooling
  • Compact, lightweight design
  • Control / display and cables included
  • New “U-Board” Universal control Board

Dometic ECD CONS

  • Pans are stainless but not stainfree – therefore some rusting may occur over time
  • No sound cover option

Good Replacement Option for Dometic DTU or ECD Units – CTM CT Units

The CT-Unit from CTM is a new unit in the market that works as a direct replacement for the Dometic DTU or Dometic ECD. The CT Unit offers several advantages that the ECD nor the DTU offer. It comes standard with corrosion-resistant titanium condensing coils and ABS drain pan, high-velocity blower, universal control board (compatible with most Dometic / Cruisair / Marine Air controls), quiet compressor, compact design, and more. 

The CTM Units come in either 10,000 or 16,000 BTU’s, 115V and 230V. CTM is offering these units at a competitive price, starting at just $1,699.00. If you want to know more about the CT Units, see here: CTM CT Marine Air Conditioners

Specifications for CTM CT-Units 

 

New “U Control Board” Included with DTU Units:



How to Install Unit Video (DTU and ECD units)

Summary

Key Benefits of DTU’s Compared to ECD’s units:

  • Up to 27% more energy efficient
  • Up to 21% increased capacity
  • Compact design uses less space
  • Rust-free composite drain pan
  • Up to 85% less standing water in the drain pan
  • Vibration-isolation mounts reduce noise and vibration
  • Designed from the inside out with multiple patented innovations
  • Optional sound cover further reduces compressor noise by up to 50%

Technical Specifications of Dometic DTU16:

Capacity (BTU/h): 16,000
Voltage (V): 115
Cycle (Hz): 60
Phase (Ph): 1
Full Load Amps (FLA) Cool (A): 10.4
Full Load Amps (FLA) Heat (A): 13.6
Full Load Amps (FLA) Blower (A): 1.61
Locked Rotor Amps (LRA) (A): 62
Refrigerant Type: 410A
Height (in): 13.4
Height (mm): 341
Width (in): 21.4
Width (mm): 544
Depth (in): 13.3
Depth (mm): 338
Sound Level: N/A

Dimensions of DTU:

Dometic DTU Unit

 

Dometic Turbo Unit Replacement Chart

The Dometic Turbo Unit is a replacement for previous turbo units from Cruisair (Stowaway Turbo Units STX and STQ) and Marine Air (Vector Turbo Unit VTD), two Dometic subsidiaries merging as one Dometic brand. You can find which Dometic Turbo units replace your Cruisair or Marine Air units using the chart below:

115V 60HZ Turbo Units

NEW Dometic P/N New Description Replaces Cruisair & Marine Air P/N Old Description
205160060 DTU6 115V 60HZ 410A 205561250
205561255
205561200
STQ6-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
STX6-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
VTD6K-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
205160080 DTU8 115V 60HZ 410A 205561350
205561355
205561300
STQ8-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
STX8-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
VTD8K-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
205160100 DTU10 115V 60HZ 410A 205561450
205561455
205561400
STQ10-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
STX10-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
VTD10K-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
205160120 DTU12 115V 60HZ 410A 205561550
205561555
205561500
STQ12-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
STX12-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
VTD12K-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
205160160 DTU16 115V 60HZ 410A 205561750
205561755
205561700
STQ16-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
STX16-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY
VTD16K-410A 115V 60HZ ONLY

115V 60HZ Turbo Units with Smart Start

205160063 DTU6 115V 60HZ 410A SMRTSTRT 205561203 VTD6K-410A 115V SMARTSTART
205160083 DTU8 115V 60HZ 410A SMRTSTRT 205561352
205561303
STQ8-410A 115V 60HZ SMARTSTART
VTD8K-410A 115V 60HZ W/SMRTST
205160103 DTU10 115V 60HZ 410A SMRTSTRT 205561452
205561403
STQ10-410A 115V SMARTSTART-ONBX
VTD10K-410A 115V SMRTSTART
205160123 DTU12 115V 60HZ 410A SMRTSTRT 205561552
205561556
205561503
STQ12-410A 115V SMARTSTART-ONBX
STX12-410A 115V 60HZ SMARTSTART
VTD12K-410A 115V SMARTSTART
205160163 DTU16 115V 60HZ 410A
SMRTSTRT
205561753
205561756
205561705
STQ16-410A 115V SMARTSTART-ONBX
STX16-410A 115V 60HZ SMARTSTART
VTD16K-410A 115V 60HZ SMARTSTAR

220V 50HZ Turbo Units with Hose Adapter

205161061 DTU6 220V 50HZ 410A 4MR 205562201
205562251
VTD6KZ50-410A 7’AS 4″MR 220V/5
STQ6CK-410A 4″MR 220V/50HZ
205161081 DTU8 220V 50HZ 410A 5MR 205562301
205562351
VTD8KZ50-410A 7’AS 5MR 220/50
STQ8CK-410A 5MR 220V 50HZ
205161101 DTU10 220V 50HZ 410A
6MR
205562401
205562451
205562402
VTD10KZ50-410A 7’AS 6MR 220/5
STQ10CK-410A 6″MR 220V 50HZ
VTD10KZ50-410A 6″MR 220V 50HZ
205161121 DTU12 220V 50HZ 410A 6MR 205562551
205562501
STQ12CK-410A 6MR 220V 50HZ
VTD12KZ50-410A 7’AS 6MR 220/5
205161161 DTU16 220V 50HZ 410A 7MR 205562701
205562751
205562756
VTD16KZ50-410A 7’AS 7″MR 220V
STQ16CK-410A 7″MR 220V 50HZ
STX16CK-410A 7″MR 220V 50HZ

230V 60HZ Turbo Units

New Dometic P/N New Description Replaces Cruisair & Marine Air P/N Old Description
205162060 DTU6 230V 60HZ 410A 205563250
205563255
205563200
STQ6C-410A 230V 60HZ
STX6C-410A 230V 60HZ
VTD6KZ-410A 230V 60HZ
205162080 DTU8 230V 60HZ 410A 205563350
205563355
205563300
STQ8C-410A 230V 60HZ
STX8C-410A 230V 60HZ
VTD8KZ-410A 230V 60HZ
205162100 DTU10 230V 60HZ 410A 205563550
205563555
205563500
STQ12C-410A 230V 60HZ
STX12C-410A 230V 60HZ
VTD12KZ-410A 230V 60HZ
205162120 DTU12 230V 60HZ 410A 205563550
205563555
205563500
STQ12C-410A 230V 60HZ
STX12C-410A 230V 60HZ
VTD12KZ-410A 230V 60HZ
205162160 DTU16 230V 60HZ 410A 205563750
205563755
205563700
STQ16C-410A 230V 60HZ
STX16C-410A 230V 60HZ
VTD16KZ-410A 230V 60HZ

230/220V Turbo Units with Smart Start

205162123 DTU12 230V 60HZ 410A
SMRTSTRT
205563503 VTD12KZ-410A 230V SMARTSTART
205162163 DTU16 230V 60HZ 410A
SMRTSTRT
205563760
205563703
STQ16C-410A 230V SMARTSTRT-ONBX
VTD16KZ-410A 230V 60HZ SMRTST
205161123 DTU12 220V 50HZ 410A
SMRTSTRT
205562503 VTD12KZ50-410A SMARTSTAR
205161163 DTU16 220V 50HZ 410A
SMRTSTRT
205562703 VTD16KZ50-410A SMARTSTART

You can purchase the Dometic DTG from one of Dometic’s authorized dealers on their dealer list, available on Dometic’s website. Internet retailers are not authorized to sell the DTG online.

Citations to Dometic products are for reference purposes ONLY. Citimarine does NOT sell Dometic products as Citimarine is NOT affiliated with Dometic.”

Have a good one!

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4 Comments

    tim platt August 26, 2019

    205161161
    DTU16-2251-410A 7MR dometic ,, 220 / 50hz ,, please quote delivery france price

    Reply
      Citimarine Store September 13, 2019

      Hello Tim, please contact sales@citimarine.com. They will be able to better assist you with a price quote, shipping, etc.

      Reply
    Manuel Medina November 10, 2020

    Hi,

    I am looking to change my Cruisair VTD 16. is this unit a exact replacement? Can I keep my thermostat?

    Reply
      Citimarine Store November 12, 2020

      Hello Manuel, the CTM CT-16 is an exact replacement, as is the DTU16. The CTM is compatible with the majority of Dometic’s thermostats, but double check with our sales guys just to ensure compatibility.

      Reply

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