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Free HVAC Air Conditioner BTU Cooling Calculator Online

Calculate required BTU cooling capacity and AC tonnage for rooms based on square footage, ceiling height, sunlight exposure, and climate zone. — 100% free online utility, zero sign-up, zero paywalls, and private client-side processing.

100% Client-Side0ms Latency
Tip Total$21.60
Total Bill + Tip$141.60
Each Person Pays$47.20

How It Works

1

Enter Room Square Footage

Input room width and length (or total square feet).

2

Account for Sun Exposure

Select sunny room (+10% BTUs), shaded room (-10%), or kitchen (+4,000 BTUs).

3

Input Occupants

Add 600 BTUs for each additional occupant over 2 people.

4

View Recommended BTUs

Get target cooling capacity in BTUs and AC tons (1 Ton = 12,000 BTU/h).

Frequently Asked Questions

An oversized AC cools the room too quickly without running long enough to dehumidify the air, leaving the space cold and clammy while wasting electricity.

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