A portable air conditioner is a great option for cooling small spaces and apartments where installing central air conditioning or a window AC may be impractical or too expensive. There are different variants these days, including the 230-volt portable air conditioner, which can come with plenty of features while ensuring simple operation. The challenge is choosing the right unit for your home. Consider these things to make an informed buying decision.
Size
Every portable air conditioner is rated in BTUs (British Thermal Units) per hour. A higher BTU means more cooling power, making it ideal for larger rooms. That said, bigger isn’t always better. You must buy an appropriately sized AC for your space to avoid wasting money and energy.
Refer to these estimations for a standard room with an eight-foot ceiling:
· 8,000 BTUs for 200 sq. ft. (1,600 cubic feet)
· 10,000 BTUs for 300 sq. ft. (2,400 cubic feet)
· 12,000 BTUs for 400 sq. ft. (3,200 cubic feet)
· 13,000 BTUs for 450 sq. ft. (3,600 cubic feet)
· 14,000 BTUs for 500 sq. ft. (4,000 cubic feet)
Note that environmental factors may decrease or increase the required number of BTUs. For instance, a room with heat-producing appliances or poor insulation may need a 230-volt portable air conditioner with slightly higher BTUs.
Placement
Portable air conditioners generate hot air that requires proper exhaustion through a vent hose. They usually come with a window kit for sending warm air outside and must be plugged near the window for more convenience. Ensure sufficient space to accommodate a portable air conditioner in your room.
Maintenance
All air conditioners draw moisture out of the air while cooling your space, so they may produce moisture, which should drain into a pan or a vessel that you should regularly empty. Some models have an external pump to remove water out of the AC into a suitable drain. Some models are hassle-free and are fully self-evaporative, so they evaporate most of the water collected and require only occasional draining.
Remember to clean the filters of the 230-volt portable air conditioner as directed and defrost them when ice builds up on the coils.
Operational noise
Most portable air conditioners are noisy, but you can choose a quieter unit with lower decibels (around 49 dB or lower) for minimal noise.
Energy efficiency
Check the Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) of the 230-volt portable air conditioner to determine the BTUs for every watt of power. Models with higher EER are more energy efficient.
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