TCL W6WC72

• CEER (class median 14.4)13.7, tied with 4 others
• Yearly cost vs. class median ($54)$5 more
• Width 18.6" (class median 16")narrower than 45%
• Weight 40 lb (class median 42 lb)lighter than 64%
• Rank among 6 similar designs (U-shaped)#4

Compared with the other ENERGY STAR certified 5,000-6,000 BTU window units. Yearly cost at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh.

These model numbers have the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight as the TCL W6WC72: the same unit under another brand, or with a colour or retailer code. Everything on this page applies to them.

• TCL T06WV9R
• TCL T06WV9RB
• TCL W6WC72-B

How many square feet does the TCL W6WC72 cool?

At 6,000 BTU/h it suits a room of about 150 to 250 sq ft with normal sun and two people, following the ENERGY STAR sizing guide. In a heavily shaded room that stretches to about 165-275 sq ft; in a very sunny one it shrinks to 135-225 sq ft. A kitchen needs 4,000 BTU more.

How many watts and amps does the TCL W6WC72 use?

About 438 watts at full power (6,000 BTU/h divided by its CEER of 13.7), which is 3.8 amps at 115 V. That is 41 W more than the typical unit in its class (397 W), or $5 a year dearer to run at 18.0¢/kWh. Its inverter compressor slows down instead of cycling, so real use is usually lower. Its CEER beats 8% of the 12 units in the class.

Can the TCL W6WC72 run on a standard outlet?

Yes. It runs on 115 V and draws about 3.8 A, well inside a standard 15 A outlet, but do not share the circuit with a space heater, microwave or other big load. Every certified unit in this class is 115 V.

What are the dimensions of the TCL W6WC72, and will it fit my window?

18.6" W × 13.3" H × 17.7" D, 40 lb. It is narrower than 45% of its 11 competitors and lighter than 64% of them. The window closes into the U-shaped slot, so measure the opening height as well as the width: you need at least the unit's 18.6" width between the frame sides.

Is the TCL W6WC72 U-shaped design an advantage?

Mostly yes. The sash closes into the unit, so the window stays sealed and daylight comes in, and the compressor is outside the glass, which cuts noise indoors. The trade-off is a window that must slide up and down, and a few extra steps to fit the foam seals.

Can the TCL W6WC72 also heat the room?

No, it only cools. If you also need heat, 0 certified units in this class can do both; see the list of air conditioners with heat.

Is the TCL W6WC72 worth buying to replace an old air conditioner?

An old unit of the same size at 9 CEER would cost about $90 a year to run at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh; this one costs about $59, so it saves roughly $31 a year.

Is the TCL W6WC72 the same as the TCL T06WV9R?

As far as the certified data goes, yes. ENERGY STAR lists 4 model numbers with the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight, which means the same unit sold under another brand or with a different colour or retailer code. The full list is on this page.