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Published: August 16, 2007
Although summer's infernal heat often comes very close to being unbearable, its beautifully clear, sunny skies make it the perfect season for traveling, vacationing and sightseeing. Yet people should not have to die of heatstroke while trying to enjoy their summer vacations. There is no need; portable air conditioning can easily provide the much needed relief.
Portable air conditioning is also ideal for areas without central air conditioning.
Portable air conditioning falls into the category of self contained AC, which is the mechanism used in air conditioners often seen in windows. These window air conditioners can easily be moved and re-installed elsewhere; hence they also classify as portable AC. But many are interested in the portable air conditioners which are small enough to take along on travels.
Portable air conditioning machines are distinguished by the fact they do not automatically vent and drain on their own. Air conditioners work simply by refrigerants which carry away the heat, while draining away the condensed water. But portable air conditioning machines do not do this on their own; the users need to do it themselves. It is possible to manually put in a hose to continually drain the water. Portable air conditioning machines are either evaporative, transferring the heat by means of water, or they run on refrigerants. The evaporative portable air conditioning machines typically run on 12 volts and are especially well suited to drier environments. The latter are similar to window air conditioners; they can be wheeled from room to room and have vent-like pieces that need to be installed through a window close-by.
Before using portable air conditioning in a particular room, the square footage should be calculated.
Most portable air conditioning machines, based on their size and power, are built to cool only so much space at a time.Portable air conditioning that runs on from 14,000 to 16,000 BTU is the most powerful. However this power cannot run from ordinary electrical wall outlets; a much stronger power source is needed. A portable air conditioning machine running on 8,000 to 12,000 BTU should be sufficient for most rooms.
Some portable air conditioners can do more than cool the air; some also operate as heaters, dehumidifiers or air purifiers. Depending on needs and budget, there is more elaborate portable AC available, with the above-mentioned features and more. For anyone buying a portable air conditioner, it is advisable to do research and see which brands and models would offer the most value for their prices.
ConsumerSearch has a list of some of the most popular portable air conditioners, giving their specific features, prices and where to buy them. AllergyBuyersClub has an even longer list with a star-rating system to denote the best portable air conditioning devices. But in the four digit range, these prices for commercial portable air conditioners are very high. Generally, devices for home use have prices ranging from $300 to $600.
With the modern convenience of portable air conditioners, discomfort, illness and even deaths from summer heat waves could be dramatically reduced. Children, the elderly, animals and other groups at high risk from scorching temperatures could benefit the most from the use of portable air conditioners.
Sources:
"Portable and Commercial Air Conditioners – Comparisons, Ratings, Reviews." AllergyBuyersClub. 2001-2007. AllergyBuyersClub.com. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.allergybuyersclub.com/compare-air-condi tioners.html.
"Portable Air Conditioners Reviews." ConsumerSearch. 2007. ConsumerSearch, Inc. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.consumersearch.com/www/house_and_home/p ortable-air-conditioners/index.html.
"Portable AC FAQ." Air & Water, Inc. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.air-n-water.com/PACbasics.htm.
"Portable Air Conditioner." WarmAir. 2004. WarmAir.com. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.warmair.com/html/portable_air_cond.htm.
Portable air conditioning falls into the category of self contained AC, which is the mechanism used in air conditioners often seen in windows. These window air conditioners can easily be moved and re-installed elsewhere; hence they also classify as portable AC. But many are interested in the portable air conditioners which are small enough to take along on travels.
Portable air conditioning machines are distinguished by the fact they do not automatically vent and drain on their own. Air conditioners work simply by refrigerants which carry away the heat, while draining away the condensed water. But portable air conditioning machines do not do this on their own; the users need to do it themselves. It is possible to manually put in a hose to continually drain the water. Portable air conditioning machines are either evaporative, transferring the heat by means of water, or they run on refrigerants. The evaporative portable air conditioning machines typically run on 12 volts and are especially well suited to drier environments. The latter are similar to window air conditioners; they can be wheeled from room to room and have vent-like pieces that need to be installed through a window close-by.
Before using portable air conditioning in a particular room, the square footage should be calculated.
Most portable air conditioning machines, based on their size and power, are built to cool only so much space at a time.Portable air conditioning that runs on from 14,000 to 16,000 BTU is the most powerful. However this power cannot run from ordinary electrical wall outlets; a much stronger power source is needed. A portable air conditioning machine running on 8,000 to 12,000 BTU should be sufficient for most rooms.
Some portable air conditioners can do more than cool the air; some also operate as heaters, dehumidifiers or air purifiers. Depending on needs and budget, there is more elaborate portable AC available, with the above-mentioned features and more. For anyone buying a portable air conditioner, it is advisable to do research and see which brands and models would offer the most value for their prices.
ConsumerSearch has a list of some of the most popular portable air conditioners, giving their specific features, prices and where to buy them. AllergyBuyersClub has an even longer list with a star-rating system to denote the best portable air conditioning devices. But in the four digit range, these prices for commercial portable air conditioners are very high. Generally, devices for home use have prices ranging from $300 to $600.
With the modern convenience of portable air conditioners, discomfort, illness and even deaths from summer heat waves could be dramatically reduced. Children, the elderly, animals and other groups at high risk from scorching temperatures could benefit the most from the use of portable air conditioners.
Sources:
"Portable and Commercial Air Conditioners – Comparisons, Ratings, Reviews." AllergyBuyersClub. 2001-2007. AllergyBuyersClub.com. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.allergybuyersclub.com/compare-air-condi tioners.html.
"Portable Air Conditioners Reviews." ConsumerSearch. 2007. ConsumerSearch, Inc. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.consumersearch.com/www/house_and_home/p ortable-air-conditioners/index.html.
"Portable AC FAQ." Air & Water, Inc. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.air-n-water.com/PACbasics.htm.
"Portable Air Conditioner." WarmAir. 2004. WarmAir.com. 3 Aug. 2007. http://www.warmair.com/html/portable_air_cond.htm.
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