Industrial Water Chillers — Made in the USA Since 1948

Remote Water
Chillers

Split-system industrial water chillers with the condensing unit positioned outside — keeping heat and noise out of your facility. This product line has been discontinued.

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Discontinued Product Line

The Rite-Temp remote chiller series has been discontinued. Schematics and technical documentation remain available for existing units. A new product line — available in 1.5 to 10 ton configurations — is in development. Contact us for updates.

Remote Chiller Overview

Rite-Temp remote water chillers were split-system units where the condensing section was located outdoors — on a rooftop, equipment pad, or exterior wall — while the evaporator and water-side components remained inside. This separation kept condenser heat and fan noise out of the building entirely.

Remote chillers were the preferred choice for applications where indoor air quality, temperature control, or noise levels were critical concerns, or where a facility simply lacked room for a full self-contained unit.

  • Separated Condenser — Heat rejected outdoors, keeping interiors cooler and quieter.
  • Reduced Indoor Footprint — Only evaporator and process components inside.
  • R-410A Refrigerant — Eco-friendly, efficient refrigerant across all remote models.
  • Flexible Placement — Condenser can be located up to 100 ft from evaporator.
  • Custom Built — Each unit configured to your specific facility and process requirements.
  • PLC Controls — Digital control panels with monitoring and fault diagnostics.

Historical Specifications

Cooling CapacityCustom — See Schematics
ConfigurationSplit System / Remote
RefrigerantR-410A
Condenser LocationOutdoor (Remote)
Best ForNoise / Heat Sensitive Areas
ControlsPLC / Digital Display
OriginRogers, Arkansas, USA
Status⚠ Discontinued
🆕 New Product Line Coming Soon Next-generation Rite-Temp chillers are in development. Available in 1.5 to 10 ton configurations. Call 1.800.462.3120.
View Schematics for This Unit →

Where Remote Chillers Were Used

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Large Industrial Plants

High-capacity cooling for production facilities requiring the highest tonnage in the Rite-Temp lineup.

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Medical & Clean Facilities

Noise-sensitive, temperature-controlled environments that cannot tolerate condenser heat or fan noise indoors.

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Heavy Manufacturing

Automotive assembly, metalworking, and high-volume production needing large-tonnage, continuous cooling.

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Data Centers & Electronics

Precision cooling where indoor heat load must be strictly managed for equipment reliability.

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Large Breweries

High-volume glycol and process cooling for large-format brewing and distillation operations.

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Research Facilities

Low-noise, precise temperature environments for laboratories, testing, and controlled experiments.

Remote Unit Model Numbers

Reference table for existing remote chiller owners. Use your model number to locate the correct schematic on our schematics page.

Model Number Tons (Nominal) BTU/HR
RTR-201224,000
RTR-303336,000
RTR-304336,000
RTR-403448,000
RTR-404448,000
RTR-503560,000
RTR-504560,000
RTR-603672,000
RTR-604672,000
RTR-803896,000
RTR-804896,000
RTR-100310120,000
RTR-100410120,000
RTR-120312144,000
RTR-120412144,000
RTR-160316192,000
RTR-160416192,000
RTR-200320240,000
RTR-200420240,000
RTR-240324288,000
RTR-240424288,000
RTR-300430432,000
RTR-360436432,000

Can't find your model? Call 1.800.462.3120 — Mon–Fri, 7am–4pm CT.

Remote Chiller FAQs

Are Rite-Temp remote chillers still available for purchase?+
No — the remote chiller line has been discontinued. Rite-Temp is developing a new product line available in 1.5 to 10 ton configurations. Call 1.800.462.3120 or contact us for updates on the new lineup.
How does a remote chiller differ from a self-contained chiller?+
In a remote chiller, the condensing unit is located outside the building — on a rooftop or equipment pad — while the evaporator and water-side components remain indoors. This keeps condenser heat and fan noise completely out of the building, improving indoor conditions significantly.
Can I get schematics for my existing Rite-Temp remote chiller?+
Yes. Electrical schematics for all remote chiller models are available as free PDF downloads on our schematics page. Our technical team is available Mon–Fri, 7:00am–4:00pm CT at 1.800.462.3120.
What refrigerant did Rite-Temp remote chillers use?+
Rite-Temp remote chillers were built with R-410A refrigerant, which provides efficient operation and a lower environmental impact compared to older refrigerant types like R-22.

Need Support for an Existing Unit?

Download schematics or reach our technical team for remote chiller service assistance.

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