1. Cooling Capacity:
A 1.5-ton air conditioner has a cooling capacity of approximately 18,000 British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/hr). This means it can remove 18,000 BTUs of heat from a room per hour.
2. Starting Wattage:
Air conditioners require more power when they start up than they do during normal operation. The starting wattage of a 1.5-ton air conditioner can be anywhere from 2,500 to 3,500 watts.
3. Generator Size:
To ensure the generator can provide enough power for the air conditioner to start and operate efficiently, you should choose a generator with a continuous power rating that exceeds the starting wattage of the air conditioner.
Therefore, a 3,500-watt (3.5 kW) generator would be a good choice for a 1.5-ton air conditioner. This generator would provide sufficient power for the air conditioner to start and operate without overloading the generator.
It's important to note that if you plan on running other electrical appliances or devices while using the air conditioner, you may need a larger generator to accommodate their power requirements as well.
