On December 22, Wannbao Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Air Conditioner "Ice Speed Hero" made its debut on JD.com, marking a solid step forward in new material innovation for China's air-conditioning industry.

The launch of Wannbao Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Air Conditioner "Ice Speed Hero" on JD.com is a concrete measure by Wannbao Air Conditioner, together with material suppliers, sales service providers and other partners across the entire industrial chain, to drive new material innovation and industrial innovation in green manufacturing within the air-conditioning sector. It also serves as a positive response to national policies, consumer benefits, and the public's demand for a better life.

Launch Ceremony of Wannbao Zinc-Aluminum Alloy New Material Air Conditioner "Ice Speed Hero" Series

According to introductions, the Wannbao "Ice Speed Hero" air conditioner adopts a proprietary zinc-aluminum alloy material jointly developed with Jinlong Group, boasting excellent anti-corrosion performance. Its heat exchanger tube wall thickness is doubled, the height of internal thread teeth is increased by two-thirds, and the number of U-shaped tubes is raised by 20%. Combined with the precise regulation of refrigerant flow by an electronic expansion valve, the product achieves an APF (Annual Performance Factor) value of 5.30, ensuring stable and reliable cooling and heating capacity.

In addition, the product employs a zinc infiltration anti-corrosion process, which significantly enhances its resistance to acid corrosion and effectively inhibits galvanic corrosion. Coupled with a large air volume of 710 m³/h and an ultra-quiet design with a noise level of only 18 decibels, it delivers an all-around user experience characterized by "fast cooling/heating, powerful performance, ultra-quiet operation, and energy efficiency".

The first launched model is a standard 1.5 HP cooling and heating air conditioner, with a pre-sale price of 999 yuan. The upgraded version, "Ice Speed Hero Pro", is priced at 1,199 yuan. As the first mainstream brand 1.5 HP air conditioner priced below 1,000 yuan, it boasts a high cost-performance ratio. The product entered the pre-sale phase on its launch day and will be officially available for purchase at 20:00 on January 15, 2026.

Wannbao Zinc-Aluminum Alloy New Material Air Conditioner "Ice Speed Hero" Series

It is understood that China is the world's largest copper consumer. However, the country has limited copper ore reserves with low ore grades, resulting in an external dependence rate as high as 80%, with most copper imports coming from South America, Central Asia and other regions. Meanwhile, the recent continuous high operation of copper prices has brought comprehensive cost pressures to the air-conditioning industry. The debate over "aluminum-for-copper" substitution has a long history. Faced with the current development trend, the transformation to "aluminum-for-copper" is driven by the unavoidable practical challenges posed by copper resource constraints and price volatility. Moreover, from the perspective of national resource coordination and industrial security, "aluminum-for-copper" substitution is not merely an expedient measure for cost reduction and efficiency improvement, but a strategic pivot to safeguard national industrial security and address resource risks.

Therefore, it is imperative for China's household air-conditioning industry, which produces nearly 220 million units annually and accounts for about 10% of the country's total copper consumption, to take the initiative to reduce copper usage, thereby fulfilling its due responsibility for the optimal allocation of national resources. In addition, the carbon emissions generated during the production of aluminum are 50% lower than those of copper, and the carbon emission reduction benefits of recycled aluminum are even more significant, which is highly aligned with the country's "dual carbon" goals.

At the launch event, Li Xin, Assistant to the President of the China Household Electric Appliances Research Institute, stated that the "Ice Speed Hero" is an innovative attempt by Wannbao Air Conditioner in product design, material selection, processing technology and market guidance. It also represents a support and response to the country's important resource strategy, and will provide a valuable reference for the technological evolution of the air-conditioning industry.

Chen Yongqiang, General Manager of Wannbao Air Conditioner

Chen Yongqiang, General Manager of Wannbao Air Conditioner, said at the event that the launch of the "Ice Speed Hero" demonstrates Wannbao Air Conditioner's comprehensive capabilities in materials science, industrial design and user insight. He emphasized the hope that through this product, "instant comfort and long-term peace of mind" will become the norm for every household, enabling innovative technologies to enter thousands of homes and empowering people's lives with cutting-edge technology.

Cui Li, Director of the Air Conditioning Business Department of JD Home Appliances & Home Living Division, pointed out that JD is committed to collaborating with high-quality brand partners to create a better product experience for consumers and drive the industry towards high-quality development and new experience-oriented upgrading.

To this end, Wannbao and JD have joined hands and made a service commitment for the "Ice Speed Hero" air conditioner, including a 5-year warranty, a 50% discount for replacement within 6-10 years, and a replacement-only guarantee for quality issues within one year of purchase.

Source of Article: Wannbao Air Conditioner