Friedrich KCVL36B30AvsK�hl KCVL28B30B
Side-by-side air conditioner comparison
Friedrich KCVL36B30A
Cooling Capacity
34100BTU/hr
CEER
12.20BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
155lb
K�hl KCVL28B30B
Cooling Capacity
28900BTU/hr
CEER
13.80BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
155lb
Key differences
K�hl KCVL28B30B is 12% more efficient at 13.80 BTU/Wh versus 12.20 BTU/Wh for the Friedrich KCVL36B30A. The Friedrich KCVL36B30A is larger at 34100 BTU/hr versus 28900 BTU/hr. Overall, the K�hl KCVL28B30B sits higher in the category, ranking above 14% of certified room air conditioners.
Performance
| Spec | Friedrich | K�hl |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity(BTU/hr) | 34100 | 28900 |
| CEER(BTU/Wh) | 12.20 | 13.80 |
| Variable Speed Compressor | Yes | Yes |
| Heating Mode | No | No |
Electrical
| Spec | Friedrich | K�hl |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage(V) | 230 | 230 |
Dimensions
| Spec | Friedrich | K�hl |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 28 | 28 |
| Height(in) | 20.2 | 20.2 |
| Depth(in) | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| Weight(lb) | 155 | 155 |
Installation
| Spec | Friedrich | K�hl |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Window | Window |
| Product Class | 5b. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 28, 000 Btu/h or more | 5b. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 28, 000 Btu/h or more |
| Mounting Type | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill | Straddles Windowsill |
| Support Bracket | Yes | Yes |
| Casement Window | None | None |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Friedrich | K�hl |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| GWP Rating | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) |