12000 BTU Air Conditioners

Shopping for an air conditioner for a small- to medium-sized room? Check out our selection of 12000 BTU air conditioners, available as window ACs or portable air conditioners, from trusted name brands like Friedrich and GE.

What is a 12000 BTU Air Conditioner?

A 12000 BTU air conditioner is a mid-sized air conditioning appliance that can cool down large rooms or small apartments. It can remove 12000 British Thermal Units of heat from the air per hour, making the 12000 BTU air conditioner perfect for mid-sized spaces. There are a few different types of 12000 BTU air conditioners, including 12000 BTU window air conditioners, 12000 BTU portable air conditioners, and ductless 12000 BTU mini-split AC units. The 12000 BTU portable air conditioner can be moved from room to room as needed.

What Size Room Will a 12000 BTU Air Conditioner Cool?

A 12000 BTU air conditioner can cool down rooms from 400 square feet to 600 square feet in size.

If you need help figuring out how to calculate the BTUs you need to cool down your home, check out our BTU calculator. You'll be able to quickly find out which is the best window air conditioner or portable air conditioner to suit your needs. When choosing an AC, also keep in mind the region in which you live. Individuals living in hotter climates like Florida or Texas may need an A/C unit with more power, like the 12000 BTU window air conditioner or higher.

How Many Watts Does a 12000 BTU Air Conditioner Use?

A 12000 BTU air conditioner uses around 900 watts per hour - between 9 and 13 amps. AC units that have 12000 BTUs, whether they are portable units or not, run on 110V-120V. Mini-split A/C units also run on 110 volts to 120 volts.

How Much Does it Cost to Run a 12000 BTU Air Conditioner?

Running a 12000 BTU air conditioner varies, as it depends on a variety of factors like how long and how much you run your AC, how well your home is insulated, and more. On average an air conditioner costs between $0.06 and $0.88 per hour, with a 12000 BTU air conditioner costing around $0.14 - $0.15 per hour. The total to run a 12000 BTU window air conditioner or a 12000 BTU portable air conditioner varies depending on the BTU consumption, wattage, and number of hours used per day.

What to Look For When Buying a 12000 BTU Air Conditioner?

Every year brings more advanced features to home appliances like air conditioners. Depending on the make and model you are considering, features you might encounter are programmable timers, programmable temperature settings, remote controls for easy adjustments, extra-long power cords, WiFi compatibility, multiple cooling speeds, adjustable setting panels, and more. Many models and makes are easy to install. Learn more about them in our blog How to Install an Air Conditioner.

No matter the unit you're looking for, P.C. Richard & Son has a wide selection of window air conditioners, wall, portable and smart air conditioners to choose from, or shop all air conditioners to see the full array of options.