HOT ! Breezaire WKL 8000 Wine Cellar Cooling Unit (Up to 2000 Cu. Ft.)

Through-the-Wall Cooling System for Large Wine Cellars (Residential & Commercial)

The Breezaire WKL 8000 is a self-contained, through-the-wall wine cellar cooling system designed for enclosed spaces up to 2000 cubic feet.

It is built for serious collectors, custom home projects, and hospitality environments that require stable temperature and humidity without the complexity of split systems.

This unit installs directly through the wall and vents into an adjacent room, making it one of the most reliable and straightforward cooling solutions for large wine cellars.

Available in WKL 1060 for 140 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 2200 for 265 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 3000 for 650 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 4000 for 1000 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 6000 for 1500 cu.ft. cellar size, and WKL 8000 for 2000 cu.ft. cellar size.

✅ Is the Breezaire WKL 8000 the Right Cooling Unit for You?

✔ Best For

• Wine cellars up to 2000 cu. ft. (with proper insulation)
  


• Large residential wine rooms and luxury homes


• Collectors storing 500+ bottles
  


• Builders and designers working on enclosed cellar projects


• Restaurants or hospitality venues with dedicated wine storage rooms

❌ Not Suitable For

• Open floor plans or non-enclosed spaces


• Poorly insulated wine rooms


• Glass-heavy cellars without thermal protection


• Installations without proper ventilation to an adjacent room

⚠ Critical Requirements

• Proper vapor barrier and insulation


• Venting into a room equal or larger than the cellar
  


• Adequate airflow clearance

👉 If these conditions are not met, the unit may fail to maintain temperature or run continuously.

Do you have a different size wine cellar? Or just want to check your options? Check out other Breezaire WKL Series Through-the-Wall Cooling Units now! You can also browse our other Self Contained Wine Cellar Systems.

⚙️ How the WKL 8000 Works

The WKL 8000 is a compressor-based, self-contained cooling system designed specifically for wine cellars.

• Mounts directly through the wall
  


• Exhausts warm air into an adjacent space


• Requires no external condenser or refrigerant installation
  

Maintains Ideal Storage Conditions:

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  Temperature: 50°F–60°F


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  Humidity: 50%–75%

This creates a stable environment for long-term wine aging and preservation.

📐 Specifications

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  Cooling Capacity: Up to 2000 cu. ft.


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  Cooling Output: 8000 BTU


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  Installation Type: Through-the-wall


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  Dimensions (H x W x D): 22\" x 16.25\" x 22.25\"


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  Weight: 101 lbs


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  Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60 Hz, 10A


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  Control System: Sentry III+ digital controller


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  Temperature Display: LED


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  Humidity Control: Automatic


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  Defrost System: Automatic


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  Exhaust Direction: Rear

📘 Manuals & Resources

• Installation Manual


• Sentry III Plus Controller Owner\'s Manual


• Warranty Details

🧱 Installation Requirements (Read Before Buying)

Proper installation determines whether the unit performs correctly.

Required Conditions:

• Fully enclosed wine cellar


• Insulated walls, ceiling, and door


• Vapor barrier installed


• Venting into an adjacent space with sufficient size

Important Notes:

• The venting room must be able to dissipate heat


• Poor ventilation will reduce cooling efficiency


• Improper setup can shorten system lifespan

👉 Not sure if your space qualifies?Get a free wine cellar design consultation before purchasing.

🧠 Sentry III+ Control System (Precision Cooling & Protection)

Each unit includes Breezaire’s Sentry III+ digital control system, designed to maintain consistent cellar conditions while protecting your collection.

Key Features:

• Easy-to-read green LED display
  


• Precise temperature adjustment


• Continuous temperature monitoring


• Power outage protection


• Automatic shutdown for:
  
  
  
  • Blocked airflow
  
  
  • Fan failure
  
  
  
  


• Smart fan and cooling management

Optional Upgrade:

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  Bottle Probe (sold separately)Controls temperature based on liquid inside the bottle for more precise aging conditions

  
  

🔇 Performance Features for Wine Preservation

Stable Temperature Control

Maintains ideal aging range between 50°F–60°F

Automatic Humidity Management

Helps protect cork integrity and wine labels

Low Vibration Design

Minimizes disturbance to sediment in stored wine

Quiet Operation

Designed for cellar environments (low noise, not silent)

Flush Mount Cabinet

Clean, built-in appearance for finished installations

Simple Installation

No plumbing or refrigerant handling required

📊 Breezaire WKL Series Comparison

🔌 Optional: Bottle Probe (Advanced Temperature Control)

The Breezaire Bottle Probe allows the unit to regulate temperature based on the liquid inside a bottle instead of ambient air.

Recommended For:

• Long-term aging collections


• High-value wine storage


• Precision-controlled environments

🛡️ Warranty

• 
  Parts: 5 Years


• 
  Labor: 1 Year

⚠️ Special Order Notice (BLACK Series)

BLACK Series units are built-to-order:

• Longer lead times


• No cancellations or returns after order placement

🧠 Expert Tip: Correct Sizing Prevents Most Failures

Most cooling issues are caused by:

• Incorrect sizing


• Poor insulation


• Improper ventilation

👉 Before purchasing, confirm your cellar conditions.We offer free expert wine cellar design planning to help you choose correctly.

📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Cooling System?

📞 Call: +1-888-407-7770📧 Email: support@winecoolersempire.com

👉 Or request your free wine cellar design plan to ensure the WKL 8000 is the right fit for your space.