Power Consumption of 1.5 HP Aircon

Power Consumption Formula:

\[ P_w = \frac{1.5 \times 746}{COP} \]

Power Consumption (watts):

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1. What is Power Consumption of 1.5 HP Aircon?

Definition: This calculator estimates the power consumption in watts for a 1.5 horsepower air conditioning unit based on its Coefficient of Performance (COP).

Purpose: It helps homeowners and HVAC professionals understand the electrical requirements and energy efficiency of air conditioning systems.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ P_w = \frac{1.5 \times 746}{COP} \]

Where:

\( P_w \) — Power consumption in watts
1.5 — Horsepower rating of the aircon
746 — Conversion factor from HP to watts
\( COP \) — Coefficient of Performance (efficiency factor)

Explanation: The formula converts horsepower to watts and divides by the COP to determine actual power consumption.

3. Importance of Power Consumption Calculation

Details: Understanding power consumption helps in sizing electrical circuits, estimating energy costs, and comparing aircon efficiency.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the COP value (typically between 2.0 and 4.0 for modern units). Higher COP means better efficiency.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a typical COP value?
A: Most modern air conditioners have COP values between 2.5 and 4.0, with higher values indicating better efficiency.

Q2: Why 746 in the formula?
A: 1 horsepower equals 746 watts, so we multiply by this conversion factor.

Q3: How does COP affect power consumption?
A: Higher COP means lower power consumption for the same cooling capacity.

Q4: Where can I find my aircon's COP?
A: Check the manufacturer's specifications or energy guide label on the unit.

Q5: Does this include startup surge current?
A: No, this calculates running watts only. Startup current can be 2-3 times higher momentarily.