Friedrich KCVM18B30AvsLG LW1822IVSM
Side-by-side air conditioner comparison
Friedrich KCVM18B30A
Cooling Capacity
19100BTU/hr
CEER
14.40BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
130lb
LG LW1822IVSM
Cooling Capacity
18000BTU/hr
CEER
14.70BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
112lb
Key differences
Both models are closely matched on ceer: 14.40 vs 14.70 BTU/Wh. The Friedrich KCVM18B30A is larger at 19100 BTU/hr versus 18000 BTU/hr.
Performance
| Spec | Friedrich | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity(BTU/hr) | 19100 | 18000 |
| CEER(BTU/Wh) | 14.40 | 14.70 |
| Variable Speed Compressor | Yes | Yes |
| Heating Mode | No | No |
Electrical
| Spec | Friedrich | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage(V) | 230 | 230 |
Dimensions
| Spec | Friedrich | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 25.9 | 26 |
| Height(in) | 17.9 | 17.7 |
| Depth(in) | 29 | 30.7 |
| Weight(lb) | 130 | 112 |
Installation
| Spec | Friedrich | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Window | Window |
| Product Class | 4. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 14, 000 to 19, 999 Btu/h | 4. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 14, 000 to 19, 999 Btu/h |
| Mounting Type | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill |
| Support Bracket | Yes | Yes |
| Casement Window | None | None |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Friedrich | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| GWP Rating | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) |