How To: Calculate the Correct BTU for your Marine AC 

What is BTU? How can I calculate the right BTU for my cabin space? Although the answers are slightly complicated, this video will guide you with some more insight as to how BTU is calculated.
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0:00 - Intro
0:32 - What is BTU?
1:38 - Factor 1: Heat Emitting Devices
2:09 - Factor 2: People
2:35 - Factor 3: User Habits
3:25 - Factor 4: Outside Heat
4:24 - Oversizing
5:51 - What is the answer?
6:54 - Formula
7:36 - Our Recommendation
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-The general industry rule for sizing an air conditioner is 14 BTU per cubic foot.
-For a cabin with a lot of direct sunlight such as a pilot house, the recommended formula is between 16 to 19 BTU per cubic foot.
-For a cabin below deck with no windows and low heat load, the recommended formula is between 10 to 12 BTU per cubic foot.
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