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Mini-Split Sizing
Room area plus climate gives BTU capacity and head count.
Total BTU/hr
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- Tons
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- Heads (<=12k each)
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- Outdoor unit class
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FAQ
How big a head per room? +
9k to 12k BTU handles most bedrooms. Living rooms may need 18k or more.
Why oversizing is bad? +
Mini-splits modulate. An oversized unit short cycles and loses efficiency and dehumidification.
Heads up: ClutchCalcs gives you fast, accurate results — but always sanity-check critical decisions (medical, financial, structural) with a professional.
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