Description
Roch 12000 BTU Wall Split Air Conditioner
An air conditioner sized at 12,000 BTU is the standard choice for a normal Ugandan bedroom, a small office, a shop floor or a consulting room — roughly 15 to 20 square metres. Kampala does not get brutally hot, but it gets persistently warm and humid, and a properly sized unit deals with the humidity as much as the temperature.
This is a split system, meaning the noisy compressor sits outside and only the quiet fan unit is on your wall. That is why split units are worth the installation cost over window units, which put the compressor in the room with you.
Key features
- 12,000 BTU cooling capacity, suits 15–20 square metres
- Split configuration — compressor outdoors, fan unit indoors
- Remote control with temperature, fan speed and mode selection
- Sleep mode that steps the temperature gently overnight
- Timer for automatic on and off
- Washable anti-dust filter
- Dehumidify mode for the rainy season
- Quiet indoor operation
Specifications
- Brand: Roch
- Capacity: 12,000 BTU
- Type: Wall split
- Colour: White
- Control: Remote
- Warranty: 2 years
Sizing And Installing An Air Conditioner
Get the size right and everything else follows. Too small and it runs constantly without ever cooling the room. Too large and it cools fast then shuts off, which sounds good but means it never runs long enough to pull the humidity out — you end up with a cold clammy room.
Rough guide: 9,000 BTU for a small bedroom, 12,000 for a standard bedroom or small office, 18,000 for a large sitting room, 24,000 for an open-plan space. Sun exposure, ceiling height and how many people are in the room all shift this. We stock the full BTU range — tell us your room dimensions and we will size it properly rather than guessing.
Installation is not optional
A split air conditioner must be installed by a qualified technician. The refrigerant lines need vacuuming and charging, the outdoor unit needs correct mounting and drainage, and a bad installation is the single most common reason these units underperform or fail early. It is not a job for a general handyman.
We can put you in touch with installers in Kampala. Budget for it separately when you plan the purchase.
Running costs and maintenance
Air conditioning is the heaviest domestic electrical load most homes have. Expect a noticeable jump on a prepaid meter. Setting it to 24°C rather than 18°C makes a large difference to the bill and is more comfortable anyway.
Wash the indoor filter monthly — a clogged filter cuts airflow, cuts cooling and makes the unit work harder. Have the system serviced annually.
For a cheaper alternative that needs no installation, look at an air cooler or standing fan. Background on air conditioning is here. Countrywide delivery from Katwe — +256 702 058341.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is an air conditioner in Uganda?
This Roch 12000 BTU wall split is UGX 930,000, down from UGX 1,500,000, with a 2 year warranty. Installation is separate — a split air conditioner must be fitted by a qualified technician.
What size air conditioner do I need?
Roughly 9,000 BTU for a small bedroom, 12,000 for a standard bedroom or small office, 18,000 for a large sitting room. An oversized air conditioner cools fast then shuts off before it has pulled the humidity out.
Is it expensive to run?
It is the heaviest domestic electrical load most homes have. Setting it to 24°C rather than 18°C makes a large difference to the bill and is more comfortable anyway.
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