Our specialists review your room layout, insulation, and heat load to recommend the correct cooling system for stable temperature and reliable climate control.
Panthaire Wine Cellar Cooling Systems APEX 3500
is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
In Stock & Ready to Ship
Estimated Delivery in 3-7 business days
Quiet, Ducted Cooling for Professionally Designed Wine Cellars
The Panthaire APEX 3500 is a fully ducted wine cellar cooling system designed for residential wine cellars where quiet operation, consistent temperature control, and discreet installation are essential. By locating the cooling unit outside the wine cellar and delivering conditioned air through insulated ducting, the APEX 3500 preserves ideal aging conditions without introducing visible equipment, excess noise, or vibration inside the cellar.
Purpose-built for long-term wine storage, this system is well suited for serious collectors, designers, and builders planning properly insulated wine rooms up to 900 cubic feet.
Best For / Not Recommended For
Best For
Residential wine cellars up to 900 cu. ft. with R20 insulation
Custom wine rooms requiring ducted airflow
Projects prioritizing quiet operation and clean aesthetics
Cellars with insufficient insulation or vapor barriers
Installations exceeding maximum duct length specifications
Wine Coolers Empire provides free professional wine cellar design planning to confirm system sizing, duct configuration, and placement before purchase.
How the APEX 3500 Protects Your Wine
The Panthaire APEX 3500 maintains stable cellar temperatures critical for wine preservation by delivering controlled airflow and minimizing environmental fluctuations. Its ducted configuration helps reduce hot spots, isolate vibration, and keep operational noise outside the wine room.
Key performance benefits include:
Even air distribution for consistent cellar temperatures
Quiet operation by installing the unit outside the cellar
Reliable temperature control for long-term wine aging
Key Features & Benefits
Fully ducted cooling design keeps heat and noise out of the wine cellar
Cooling capacity of 3,353 BTU/h, suitable for cellars up to 900 cu. ft.
Dual airflow speeds for indicated performance and flexibility
Digital temperature control for stable wine storage conditions
Compact form factor for flexible installation in mechanical spaces
Eco-friendly R290 refrigerant with efficient thermal performance
Designed specifically for wine aging, not rapid beverage chilling
Manufacturer Product Overview
The Panthaire APEX 3500 is a ducted wine cellar cooling system designed for installations where the cooling equipment must be positioned outside the cellar space. Using dedicated supply and return ducting, the system efficiently removes heat while maintaining controlled temperatures inside the wine room.
Its design emphasizes quiet performance, consistent airflow, and indicated reliability, making it an ideal choice for residential wine storage environments that demand discretion and precision.
What’s Included
Panthaire APEX 3500 cooling unit
Integrated digital thermostat
Power cord
User guide
Installation documentation
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Cooling Capacity
3,353 BTU/h
Maximum Cellar Size
Up to 900 cu. ft. (with R20 insulation)
Refrigerant
R290
Power Supply
115V / 60Hz, 15A
Current Draw
7.5 A
Dimensions (L × W × D)
28.4" × 12.2" × 12.2"
Weight
36 kg (79.4 lbs)
Duct Size – Supply
8"
Duct Size – Return
8"
Maximum Duct Length
25 ft per duct
Air Flow – Speed 1
260 CFM
Air Flow – Speed 2
290 CFM
Temperature Range*
50–70°F (10–25°C)
Drain Connection
5/8" ID
Warranty
2-year parts and labor
*Temperature range reflects system operating parameters; optimal wine storage temperatures are typically lower and determined during design planning.
Proper cellar construction is critical to performance. The APEX 3500 requires:
Adequate insulation (R20 recommended)
A continuous vapor barrier
Correct duct sizing and airflow balance
Controlled ambient conditions surrounding the unit
Design Team Insight: Our wine cellar design specialists often recommend the APEX 3500 for residential projects where noise control and visual discretion are priorities. When installed within ducting limits and paired with proper insulation, it delivers reliable and quiet long-term performance.
We strongly recommend using our free wine cellar design service to avoid undersizing and ensure optimal airflow planning.
Need Help Confirming the Right Cooling System?
Choosing the correct wine cellar cooling system is critical to protecting your wine investment. Wine Coolers Empire offers free professional wine cellar design planning to ensure the Panthaire APEX 3500 is correctly sized and configured for your project.
👉 Request your free wine cellar design consultation before ordering.
Cooling Setup Tour Video
📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The APEX 3500 is rated for wine cellars up to 900 cubic feet with R20 insulation. Actual capacity depends on glass surface area, ceiling height, and ambient conditions. Our design team confirms this at no cost.
Yes. The fully ducted design allows the unit to be installed outside the wine cellar, significantly reducing noise and vibration inside the wine room.
Yes, when properly sized. Glass increases heat load, so professional design planning is strongly recommended.
The system uses R290 refrigerant, an efficient and environmentally friendly option commonly used in modern refrigeration systems.
Yes. The Panthaire APEX 3500 includes an integrated digital thermostat for accurate temperature control.
Professional installation is strongly recommended to ensure correct ducting, drainage, airflow balance, and long-term system reliability.
No. The APEX 3500 is engineered specifically for long-term wine storage and aging, not rapid beverage chilling."]
FAST, FREE SHIPPING
Get your online orders fast at your door with free shipping.
Quiet, Ducted Cooling for Professionally Designed Wine Cellars
The Panthaire APEX 3500 is a fully ducted wine cellar cooling system designed for residential wine cellars where quiet operation, consistent temperature control, and discreet installation are essential. By locating the cooling unit outside the wine cellar and delivering conditioned air through insulated ducting, the APEX 3500 preserves ideal aging conditions without introducing visible equipment, excess noise, or vibration inside the cellar.
Purpose-built for long-term wine storage, this system is well suited for serious collectors, designers, and builders planning properly insulated wine rooms up to 900 cubic feet.
Best For / Not Recommended For
Best For
Residential wine cellars up to 900 cu. ft. with R20 insulation
Custom wine rooms requiring ducted airflow
Projects prioritizing quiet operation and clean aesthetics
Cellars with insufficient insulation or vapor barriers
Installations exceeding maximum duct length specifications
Wine Coolers Empire provides free professional wine cellar design planning to confirm system sizing, duct configuration, and placement before purchase.
How the APEX 3500 Protects Your Wine
The Panthaire APEX 3500 maintains stable cellar temperatures critical for wine preservation by delivering controlled airflow and minimizing environmental fluctuations. Its ducted configuration helps reduce hot spots, isolate vibration, and keep operational noise outside the wine room.
Key performance benefits include:
Even air distribution for consistent cellar temperatures
Quiet operation by installing the unit outside the cellar
Reliable temperature control for long-term wine aging
Key Features & Benefits
Fully ducted cooling design keeps heat and noise out of the wine cellar
Cooling capacity of 3,353 BTU/h, suitable for cellars up to 900 cu. ft.
Dual airflow speeds for indicated performance and flexibility
Digital temperature control for stable wine storage conditions
Compact form factor for flexible installation in mechanical spaces
Eco-friendly R290 refrigerant with efficient thermal performance
Designed specifically for wine aging, not rapid beverage chilling
Manufacturer Product Overview
The Panthaire APEX 3500 is a ducted wine cellar cooling system designed for installations where the cooling equipment must be positioned outside the cellar space. Using dedicated supply and return ducting, the system efficiently removes heat while maintaining controlled temperatures inside the wine room.
Its design emphasizes quiet performance, consistent airflow, and indicated reliability, making it an ideal choice for residential wine storage environments that demand discretion and precision.
What’s Included
Panthaire APEX 3500 cooling unit
Integrated digital thermostat
Power cord
User guide
Installation documentation
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Cooling Capacity
3,353 BTU/h
Maximum Cellar Size
Up to 900 cu. ft. (with R20 insulation)
Refrigerant
R290
Power Supply
115V / 60Hz, 15A
Current Draw
7.5 A
Dimensions (L × W × D)
28.4" × 12.2" × 12.2"
Weight
36 kg (79.4 lbs)
Duct Size – Supply
8"
Duct Size – Return
8"
Maximum Duct Length
25 ft per duct
Air Flow – Speed 1
260 CFM
Air Flow – Speed 2
290 CFM
Temperature Range*
50–70°F (10–25°C)
Drain Connection
5/8" ID
Warranty
2-year parts and labor
*Temperature range reflects system operating parameters; optimal wine storage temperatures are typically lower and determined during design planning.
Proper cellar construction is critical to performance. The APEX 3500 requires:
Adequate insulation (R20 recommended)
A continuous vapor barrier
Correct duct sizing and airflow balance
Controlled ambient conditions surrounding the unit
Design Team Insight: Our wine cellar design specialists often recommend the APEX 3500 for residential projects where noise control and visual discretion are priorities. When installed within ducting limits and paired with proper insulation, it delivers reliable and quiet long-term performance.
We strongly recommend using our free wine cellar design service to avoid undersizing and ensure optimal airflow planning.
Need Help Confirming the Right Cooling System?
Choosing the correct wine cellar cooling system is critical to protecting your wine investment. Wine Coolers Empire offers free professional wine cellar design planning to ensure the Panthaire APEX 3500 is correctly sized and configured for your project.
👉 Request your free wine cellar design consultation before ordering.
