Shinco SPF1-12C Portable Air Conditioner 12000 BTU
- Cooling Power: 12000 BTU
- Noise: 52 dB
- Inverter Type: No Inverter
- Operating Mode: Cooling
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ASIN: B07ZPS1KVDModel: SPF1-12CCategory: Portable Air Conditioners
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Overview
Shinco's SPF1-12C is a 12,000 BTU (7,500 BTU SACC) portable air conditioner rated for rooms up to 450 square feet, with cool, fan and dehumidify modes, a remote, and a 24 hour timer. It ships with a window install kit and rolls on four casters.
Buyers who run it inside a smaller, closed bedroom get the strongest results. One owner's unit failed outright after a season and a half of light seasonal use, worth weighing against the otherwise strong rating.
- 12,000 BTU ASHRAE / 7,500 BTU SACC for rooms up to 450 sq ft
- Cool, fan and dehumidify modes with 3 fan speeds
- Remote control with up to 23 ft range plus 24 hour timer
- Window install kit with 59 inch hose, no tools required
Who it's for
Renters and homeowners who need to cool a single room up to a few hundred square feet without a permanent install, and who want a remote and timer rather than a manual-dial unit. Less suited to anyone trying to cool a large open loft or multiple rooms at once.
Pros and cons
- Remote and 24 hour timer for hands-off scheduling
- Self-evaporating so draining isn't usually needed
- Casters make it easy to move between rooms
- One unit failed after 1.5 years of light use
- Single-hose design works harder in large or open rooms
- Less efficient than newer inverter models (about 2.9 SEER)
- Window kit didn't fit every window size
Specifications
| Brand | Shinco |
|---|---|
| Model | SPF1-12C |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Window Opening Minimum Width | 59 inches |
| Window Opening Maximum Width | 59 inches |
| Window Opening Minimum Height | 17 inches |
| Window Opening Maximum Height | 59 inches |
| Item Weight | 56.2 pounds |
| Cable Length | 5 feet |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13.4 × 17.4 × 32.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Cooling Power | 12000 BTU |
| Noise | 52 dB |
| Capacity | 1.5 cu ft |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 780 kWh/year |
| Wattage | 3520 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 3 |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio SEER | 2.6 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | SPF1-White-Standard |
| Core Material | Copper |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Other details | |
| Inverter Type | No Inverter |
| Operating Mode | Cooling |
| Control Type | Remote |
| Compressor Type | Reciprocating |
| Refrigerant | R 410A |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Air Conditioner Application | Residential |
| Start Year | 2021 |
| Room Type | Bedroom, Living Room |
| Filter Type | Pre-Filter" Or "Activated Carbon Filter |
| Number Of Circuits | 1 |
| Additional Features | Auto Swing, Dehumidifier, Portable |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Shinco SPF1-12C need to be drained?
It's a self-evaporating unit that can remove up to 43.2 liters of moisture a day without a bucket, though very humid climates may still produce some condensate to empty.
How long is the exhaust hose and window kit?
It includes a 59 inch telescopic hose and a window sealing kit, though at least one reviewer found the kit too short for their window and used a third-party kit instead.