Room Air Conditioners - What are BTUs for Air Conditioners?

Applies to

• Room Air Conditioners

Solution

BTU stands for British Thermal Unit and is the rating used for air conditioners. A BTU is defined by the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water one degrees Fahrenheit.

The higher the BTU, the larger space the room air conditioner will cool. Use this helpful guide below to decide which BTU is right for your area:

BTU Guide