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Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel through-the-wall wine cellar cooling unit, front view with power cord
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Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel Through-The-Wall Wine Cellar Cooling Unit

Self-contained through-the-wall unit for small to mid-sized wine rooms: 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F, 120 V plug-in, humidity sensor built in

$6,129.00
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Sentinel Series · Through-The-Wall

Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel: Highest-Capacity Through-the-Wall Unit with Humidity Sensing

The Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel is a self-contained through-the-wall wine cellar cooling unit rated by Wine Guardian at 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F, the highest capacity in the Through-the-Wall B series. It runs on a standard 120 V circuit, carries a built-in humidity sensor and an internal condensate evaporator, and installs between wall studs without ductwork or a separate condensing unit.

The Sentinel is the middle trim of the three TTW04B builds. It adds humidity sensing to the temperature-only Classic while staying an interior-wall unit, where the Defender adds an exterior wall package for units that have to sit on an outside wall. That makes the Sentinel the choice for a finished wine room that needs humidity as well as temperature held steady, on an interior wall, at the largest through-the-wall capacity Wine Guardian builds.

Wine Guardian Dealer is an authorized Wine Guardian dealer. Wine Guardian manufactures the unit and handles warranty, registration and service, and our specialists can help you confirm capacity and configuration before you order.

3,760
BTU/h at 75°F
57.9dB
at 6 ft
42–75°F
control range
71lb
weight
Cooling capacity is published at a stated condition of 75°F. Real sizing depends on insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and how the room is used. This guidance is general and intended to help narrow the selection. Final sizing, installation design, electrical requirements and configuration should be confirmed with Wine Guardian's official documentation and a licensed HVAC professional or qualified contractor.
See It in Action

See the TTW04B Sentinel in Action

Watch How It Works

See how the Wine Guardian Through-the-Wall platform is built and installed, and how the self-contained design keeps a cellar at a steady temperature and humidity.

  • Through-the-wall installation, no ductwork
  • Built-in humidity sensor and Bluetooth and NFC controls
  • Triple fail-safe protection built into the chassis

Questions about fit? Call our specialists at (800) 260-1712.

Who It Is For

Is the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel Right for You

The Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel cools wine cellars of up to about 2,000 cubic feet. Wine Guardian sizes the Through-the-Wall B series by heat load rather than by a published cubic-foot rating, so this figure is calculated with Wine Guardian's own cooling calculator at a documented baseline: an 8-foot ceiling, no glass, R-13 walls and floor, R-29 ceiling, a 75°F warmest wall, 80°F air to the condenser and a 55°F cellar.

Within that envelope, the Sentinel is chosen when the room needs humidity held as well as temperature, and when the unit can sit on an interior wall.

✓ Ideal For

Homeowners, collectors and light-commercial operators with a large wine room, wine wall or display who want temperature and humidity managed from one control, a do-it-yourself through-the-wall installation with no ductwork and no separate condensing unit, and the largest capacity the through-the-wall line offers.

× Consider Another Model If

The unit has to be installed on an exterior wall and exposed to outdoor conditions, in which case the TTW04B Defender carries the exterior wall package. If temperature control alone is enough, the TTW04B Classic covers the same 3,760 BTU/h. If the room is larger than this capacity class, or the compressor noise has to leave the room entirely, a ducted or ducted split Wine Guardian system is the better configuration.

Key Features

TTW04B Sentinel Key Features and Humidity Sensor

The TTW04B Sentinel pairs the Through-the-Wall B series chassis with a built-in humidity sensor, an internal condensate evaporator and sound reduction foam, which are the features that separate the Sentinel build from the temperature-only Classic. The sensor reads humidity and can drive a connected humidifier, but it does not add moisture on its own, so whether this room needs one is worth settling before the order goes in; when a cellar actually needs a humidifier and when it does not works through the conditions that decide it.

Feature What it means for your cellar
Humidity Sensor A combined thermostat and humidistat lets the TTW04B Sentinel work with a Wine Guardian freestanding humidifier, so one control handles temperature and humidity together.
Condensate Evaporator An internal condensate re-evaporation system handles the water the unit pulls out of the air, which often removes the need for a dedicated drain line.
Sound Reduction Foam Wine Guardian lists sound reduction foam on the Sentinel build, which is part of how the unit reaches 57.9 dBA at 6 feet.
Extended Temperature Control Range A control range of 42°F to 75°F covers normal wine storage setpoints and leaves headroom for a cooler serving cellar.
Eco-Friendly Refrigerant A low global-warming-potential, non-flammable refrigerant meets current US environmental standards.
Bluetooth and NFC Controls Setpoints and status can be read and changed from a phone at the unit, without pulling the chassis out of the wall.

Triple fail-safe protection: a condensate overflow switch, a loss-of-charge switch and an auto-reset high-pressure switch help prevent water damage, protect the compressor and reduce system downtime.

Running cost. Wine Guardian states that the Through-the-Wall line, optimized for energy efficiency, can save you hundreds in electricity costs, on the order of 50–70% of the unit’s cost on average over its lifetime. Wine Guardian bases that estimate specifically on the TTW04B Sentinel at typical US electrical rates, compared with competitive units of similar capacities, so it is the one model in the line the figure was calculated for.

Whisper-Quiet

How Quiet Is the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel

Wine Guardian rates the TTW04B Sentinel at 57.9 dBA measured at 6 feet. That is quieter than the TTW04B Classic at 59.3 dBA and slightly louder than the TTW04B Defender at 56.9 dBA, and it is the evaporator-side figure for this specific trim rather than a line-wide number.

60 dBNormal conversation
59.3 dBTTW04B Classic at 6 ft
57.9 dBTTW04B Sentinel at 6 ft
55 dBElectric toothbrush
50 dBModerate rainfall
45 dBQuiet library
Installation

Installation Requirements

The TTW04B Sentinel is designed for do-it-yourself installation between standard wall studs. A wall sleeve or the included mounting bracket supports the unit, which slides through the opening and exhausts heat into an adjacent interior space. A step-by-step walkthrough of a through-the-wall cooling unit installation covers how the opening is framed, sleeved and sealed before the unit goes in.

Installs through an interior wall, and is not rated for exterior use
Mounting bracket included; wall sleeve available separately
Exhausts heat into an adjacent, ventilated interior room
Runs on a standard 120 V, single phase, 60 Hz supply with a Type B plug
Circuit sizing and overcurrent protection figures are not published on this page. Confirm them against the Wine Guardian specifications sheet and with a licensed electrician before wiring. Final placement, drainage and ventilation should be confirmed with Wine Guardian's official documentation and a licensed HVAC professional or qualified contractor.
Specifications

Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel Specifications

Wine Guardian publishes the TTW04B Sentinel at 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F, 71 lbs, 57.9 dBA and 27.6 × 14.1 × 15.75 in on a single 120 V supply. Wine Guardian publishes one nominal capacity for this model rather than a capacity range, and directs buyers with different condensing side conditions to its specifications sheet.

ModelTTW04B Sentinel
Cooling Capacity3,760 BTU/h at 75°F
Supply Voltage120 V
PhaseSingle phase
Line Frequency60 Hz
Plug TypeStandard USA Type B (NEMA 5-15)
Dimensions27.6 × 14.1 × 15.75 in
Weight71 lbs
Sound Level57.9 dBA at 6 ft
Temperature Control Range42°F to 75°F
Humidity ControlBuilt-in humidity sensor combining thermostat and humidistat, for use with an optional Wine Guardian humidifier
Condensate ManagementInternal condensate evaporator
ConfigurationSelf-contained, through-the-wall, air-cooled, ductless
Exterior RatedNo, interior installation only
RefrigerantLow global-warming-potential, non-flammable
Circuit Sizing and Overcurrent ProtectionNot published here. Confirm against the Wine Guardian specifications sheet and with a licensed electrician.
Optional Accessories

Compatible Add-Ons

The humidifier pairs with the Sentinel’s built-in humidity sensor. Browse all parts and accessories, or explore related ducted and ductless split systems.

Related Models

How the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel Compares to the Classic and Defender

All three TTW04B trims share the same 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F; the Classic and Sentinel weigh 71 lb, while the Defender trim weighs 78 lb and is 33.8 in long (see each trim's specifications), so the decision is about humidity control, where the unit can be mounted and how loud it is.

Decision factor TTW04B Classic TTW04B Sentinel TTW04B Defender
Humidity control Temperature control only Built-in humidity sensor Built-in humidity sensor
Installation location Interior wall Interior wall Exterior wall package for outdoor-exposed installations
Sound level at 6 ft 59.3 dBA 57.9 dBA 56.9 dBA
Price tier Entry Mid Top
  • Choose the TTW04B Sentinel if you want humidity sensing on an interior wall and a lower sound level than the Classic.
  • Choose the TTW04B Classic if temperature control alone is enough and budget is the deciding factor.
  • Choose the TTW04B Defender if the unit has to sit on an exterior wall or you need the lowest sound level in the trio.

Browse every through-the-wall wine cellar cooling unit if the installation type is settled, or choose by room size with the cooling units for cellars of 1,200 to 2,200 cubic feet. The full wine cellar cooling range covers every configuration.

FAQ

Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel Questions

How loud is the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel in a finished room?

The Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel is rated at 57.9 dBA measured at 6 feet, which sits between a quiet library and normal conversation. It is the largest of the three through-the-wall capacities, so it is not the quietest unit in the line; the TTW04B Defender is rated at 56.9 dBA.

Where does the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel exhaust its heat?

The TTW04B Sentinel exhausts heat through the wall into an adjacent interior room, which has to be ventilated and large enough to absorb that heat. It is not rated for exterior installation, which is what the TTW04B Defender exterior wall package is for.

Does the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel need a drain line?

The TTW04B Sentinel has an internal condensate evaporator that re-evaporates condensate, so a dedicated drain line is often unnecessary. Wine Guardian notes that a drain connection may be required if the unit exhausts to an unconditioned space or the installed area has an inadequate vapor barrier.

What warranty covers the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel?

Wine Guardian's standard warranty runs 25 months on parts and 13 months on labor. The Platinum warranty extends that to 25 months parts and 25 months labor plus a 36-month parts-only extension on the compressor, evaporator coil and condenser coil, for 61 months in total. Warranty registration and service run through Wine Guardian.

What size wine cellar does the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel cool?

Wine Guardian rates the TTW04B Sentinel at 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F, the largest of the three through-the-wall capacities. Cooling load depends on insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and how the room is used, so confirm final sizing with Wine Guardian's official documentation and a licensed HVAC professional.

What is the difference between the TTW04B Sentinel and the TTW04B Classic?

Both are rated at 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F and both install through an interior wall. The Sentinel adds a built-in humidity sensor that lets it work with a Wine Guardian humidifier, and it is rated at 57.9 dBA against 59.3 dBA for the Classic.

Need Help Confirming the Right Wine Guardian Model?

Not sure whether the TTW04B Sentinel is sized correctly for your cellar, or whether the Classic or Defender fits your wall better? Our Wine Cellar Specialists can confirm capacity and configuration for your space.

Why this model

TTW04B Sentinel Through-The-Wall key features

  • 3,760 BTU/h of cooling

    Rated at 75°F condenser air; 3,400 BTU/h at 90°F.

  • Humidity sensor built in

    Reads temp, humidity; links a Wine Guardian freestanding humidifier.

  • No drain line as shipped

    Condensate is re-evaporated inside the unit; the drain tube comes plugged.

  • Fits between standard wall studs

    Opening up to 14½ x 16¼ in, stud to stud, in an interior wall.

  • Heat goes behind the wall

    The condenser end exhausts into the next room; a duct collar kit is optional.

  • Bluetooth and NFC

    Set and read the cellar from a phone with the Carel Controlla app.

Not sure the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel Through-The-Wall Wine Cellar Cooling Unit is the right size? Enter your room size, insulation and glass to see your cellar's cooling load in BTU/h.

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Before you order: installation checklist (4)

Vapor barrier and insulation · A wall opening · A 120 V outlet · Delivery access
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Check these points before you order; each one is a common reason an installation stalls. Installation is arranged by you with a qualified installer.

  1. Vapor barrier and insulation in place on the warm side of every wall and the ceiling
  2. A wall opening of 14½ in wide x 16¼ in high, inside stud to inside stud
  3. A 120 V outlet for the standard Type B plug
  4. Delivery access: a 71 lb unit, 27.6 x 14.1 x 15.75 in, has to reach its location

What's in the box (2)

EasyMount installation sleeve · gasket and sealant fasteners for the installation
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  • 1 × EasyMount installation sleeve
  • gasket and sealant fasteners for the installation

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Key specifications
  • 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F
  • 120 V plug-in
  • 71 lb

SKU: WGTTW04B00LCS2A0BHF

After you buy

Warranty, returns and help

Wine Guardian warranty: 25 months parts

Warranty service is handled directly by Wine Guardian. We help you find your model, serial number and purchase documents. Standard: 25 months parts and 13 months labor from the original invoice date. Platinum (optional upgrade): 25 months parts and labor, plus the compressor, evaporator coil and condenser coil covered for 61 months (parts only).

Ask us for a free copy of the warranty before you buy.

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Free cancellation for 24 hours

Cancel free within 24 hours of placing your order, custom and made-to-order items included: your card is not charged. After 24 hours and before the order ships, a standard order can still be cancelled for 3%, the card-processing fee the payment processor keeps on a refunded payment. Custom and made-to-order items go into production after 24 hours and cannot be cancelled.

Cancellation terms

30-day returns, unopened

Return an unopened, uninstalled item within 30 days of delivery for a refund or store credit. Contact us first: ship nothing back until we send you an RMA number with the return instructions. A 25% restocking fee applies to returns and exchanges; there is no fee when an item arrives damaged, is defective or the wrong item was sent.

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Frequently asked questions

TTW04B Sentinel Through-The-Wall questions

How loud is the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel in a finished room?

The Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel is rated at 57.9 dBA measured at 6 feet, which sits between a quiet library and normal conversation. It is the largest of the three through-the-wall capacities, so it is not the quietest unit in the line; the TTW04B Defender is rated at 56.9 dBA.

Where does the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel exhaust its heat?

The TTW04B Sentinel exhausts heat through the wall into an adjacent interior room, which has to be ventilated and large enough to absorb that heat. It is not rated for exterior installation, which is what the TTW04B Defender exterior wall package is for.

Does the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel need a drain line?

The TTW04B Sentinel has an internal condensate evaporator that re-evaporates condensate, so a dedicated drain line is often unnecessary. Wine Guardian notes that a drain connection may be required if the unit exhausts to an unconditioned space or the installed area has an inadequate vapor barrier.

What warranty covers the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel?

Wine Guardian's standard warranty runs 25 months on parts and 13 months on labor. The Platinum warranty extends that to 25 months parts and 25 months labor plus a 36-month parts-only extension on the compressor, evaporator coil and condenser coil, for 61 months in total. Warranty registration and service run through Wine Guardian.

What size wine cellar does the Wine Guardian TTW04B Sentinel cool?

Wine Guardian rates the TTW04B Sentinel at 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F, the largest of the three through-the-wall capacities. Cooling load depends on insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and how the room is used, so confirm final sizing with Wine Guardian's official documentation and a licensed HVAC professional.

What is the difference between the TTW04B Sentinel and the TTW04B Classic?

Both are rated at 3,760 BTU/h at 75°F and both install through an interior wall. The Sentinel adds a built-in humidity sensor that lets it work with a Wine Guardian humidifier, and it is rated at 57.9 dBA against 59.3 dBA for the Classic.

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