Friedrich CCV18A30A

• CEER (class median 14.7)14.4, tied with 3 others
• Yearly cost vs. class median ($169)about the same
• Width 26" (class median 25.4")narrower than 11%
• Weight 116 lb (class median 99 lb)lighter than 22%
• Rank among 4 similar designs (U-shaped)#2

Compared with the other ENERGY STAR certified 18,000 BTU window units. Yearly cost at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh.

These model numbers have the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight as the Friedrich CCV18A30A: the same unit under another brand, or with a colour or retailer code. Everything on this page applies to them.

• TCL H18W4KW
• TCL H18W4KW-CA
• HEMA DS-2W1822CI

How many square feet does the Friedrich CCV18A30A cool?

At 18,000 BTU/h it suits a room of about 700 to 1000 sq ft with normal sun and two people, following the ENERGY STAR sizing guide. In a heavily shaded room that stretches to about 770-1100 sq ft; in a very sunny one it shrinks to 630-900 sq ft. A kitchen needs 4,000 BTU more.

How many watts and amps does the Friedrich CCV18A30A use?

About 1250 watts at full power (18,000 BTU/h divided by its CEER of 14.4), which is 5.4 amps at 230 V. That is 0 W less than the typical unit in its class (1250 W), or $0 a year cheaper to run at 18.0¢/kWh. Its inverter compressor slows down instead of cycling, so real use is usually lower. Its CEER beats 0% of the 10 units in the class.

What outlet does the Friedrich CCV18A30A need?

It is a 230 V unit that draws 5.4 A, so it needs its own 230 V circuit with a matching plug (typically NEMA 6-15 or 6-20). If the room has only ordinary 115 V outlets, an electrician has to add one. Only 100% of the 10 certified units in this class are 230 V.

What are the dimensions of the Friedrich CCV18A30A, and will it fit my window?

26" W × 15.3" H × 27.5" D, 116 lb. It is narrower than 11% of its 9 competitors and lighter than 22% of them. The window closes into the U-shaped slot, so measure the opening height as well as the width: you need at least the unit's 26" width between the frame sides.

Is the Friedrich CCV18A30A U-shaped design an advantage?

Mostly yes. The sash closes into the unit, so the window stays sealed and daylight comes in, and the compressor is outside the glass, which cuts noise indoors. The trade-off is a window that must slide up and down, and a few extra steps to fit the foam seals.

Can the Friedrich CCV18A30A also heat the room?

No, it only cools. If you also need heat, 0 certified units in this class can do both; see the list of air conditioners with heat.

Is the Friedrich CCV18A30A worth buying to replace an old air conditioner?

An old unit of the same size at 9 CEER would cost about $271 a year to run at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh; this one costs about $169, so it saves roughly $101 a year.

Is the Friedrich CCV18A30A the same as the TCL H18W4KW?

As far as the certified data goes, yes. ENERGY STAR lists 4 model numbers with the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight, which means the same unit sold under another brand or with a different colour or retailer code. The full list is on this page.