Hisense 12,000BTU Air Conditioner Non-Inverter

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How to Calculate Room Capacity for an Air Conditioner

Measure the Room Size:

•      Length and Width: Measure the length and width of the room in feet.
•     Square Footage: Multiply the length by width to get the total square footage.
•      Square Footage = Length (ft) × Width (ft)
•     Square Footage=Length (ft)×Width (ft)

Example:  A room is 20 feet long and 15 feet wide.

20 × 15 = 300 sq ft

Determine BTUs Required:

• Standard Calculation: Multiply the square footage by 65 BTUs per square foot. BTUs Required=Square Footage×65 BTUs RequiredExample: 300×65=19,500 BTUs

When calculating the appropriate capacity for an air conditioner, several additional factors should be considered to ensure the best performance and efficiency. Beyond the basic calculation of BTUs based on square footage, these factors can significantly impact the cooling requirements:

Other Factors to Consider

1. Ceiling Height:

Standard Height: The standard BTU calculation assumes an 8-foot ceiling. If your room has higher ceilings, you’ll need more cooling capacity to account for the additional air volume.

Adjustment: Increase the BTUs by approximately 10% for ceilings higher than 8 feet.

2. Room Insulation:

Well-Insulated Rooms: Rooms with good insulation retain cool air more effectively, reducing the overall BTU requirement.

Poor Insulation: Poorly insulated rooms require more cooling power. Consider adding 10-20% more BTUs if the room lacks proper insulation.

3. Sun Exposure:

Direct Sunlight: Rooms with large windows or those facing the sun during the hottest part of the day need more cooling.

Shaded Areas: Conversely, rooms that are naturally shaded or have window treatments to block sunlight can require fewer BTUs.

Adjustment: Increase BTUs by 10-20% for rooms with significant sun exposure.

4. Windows and Doors:

Number and Size of Windows: Large or numerous windows increase the heat gain in a room, especially if they are not energy-efficient.

Doors: Frequent opening and closing of doors can lead to higher heat gain.

Adjustment: Add 5-10% more BTUs for rooms with large windows or doors that are frequently used.

5. Room Use and Occupancy:

Number of Occupants: Each person generates heat, so more occupants mean more cooling is required.

Room Function: Different room uses generate varying amounts of heat (e.g., kitchens with appliances vs. bedrooms).

Adjustment: Add 500 BTUs per additional person beyond the first two occupants.

6. Appliances and Electronics:

Heat-Generating Devices: Appliances like stoves, ovens, computers, and TVs add to the heat load.

Adjustment: Increase BTUs to account for the additional heat from these devices.