Amcor NanoMax A12000E Portable Air Conditioner Reviewed

At first glance, the Amcor NanoMax A12000E Portable Air Conditioner (PAC) may not exactly seem like the cooling powerhouse that it is. With a sleek and compact body that measures 12 in. in width by 15 in. in diameter by 30 in. in height, it’s a rather small potato when compared to other leading PACs of the same cooling capacity. Don’t let its appearance deter you. The A12000E’s small size is just one of the many attributes that sets the budget-friendly spot cooler apart from the rest. Manufactured by New Jersey-based Amcor Inc., a longstanding pioneer in the development of portable air treatment systems, the NanoMax A12000E is a classically crafted PAC enhanced with lots of modern improvements.

For starters, the Amcor NanoMax A12000E cools a 400-square-foot space evenly, economically, and reliably. This is made possible in part by 3 features:

A 12,000-BTU cooling capacity
An energy-saving auto mode
A foolproof LED control panel.

BTUs - The single-vent hose unit has a total cooling power of 12,000 BTUs, or British Thermal Units. This rating refers to the amount of heat that the PAC can remove from a space per hour. A 12,000-BTU PAC will generally cover a space of about 400 square feet, or 3,200 cubic feet (assuming you have 8-foot ceilings). Therefore, the NanoMax A12000E is the perfect solution for cooling an oversized bedroom, a living room, or a large office to a crisp and comfortable temperature.

Auto Mode - When this Amcor portable air conditioner is running in auto mode, its internal compressor continually cycles on and off to maintain your desired room temperature. This helps you to stay cool and comfortable in the long-term. It also helps you shave dollars off of your power bill because you won’t be running the unit at full power continuously. This mode feeds directly into the A12000E’s incredibly high Energy Efficient Ratio (EER) of 14.46. (Most portable ACs have EER ratings ranging from 8 to 11.5.) This rating is determined by dividing the number of BTUs the unit provides by the number of watts the unit consumes (in this case, 830 Watts). Just by looking at the EER, you can get a feel for how efficient a PAC is during operation. The A12000E passes this test with flying colors.

LED Control Panel – With the unit’s LED control panel, you can use pushbutton controls to toggle between 3 operating modes (auto, cool, and fan-only), select from 2 fan speeds (low or high), adjust the thermostat setting, set the 12-hour programmable timer, observe the ambient room temperature, and of course, turn the unit on and off. Its design is practically foolproof and allows you to stay on top of operation with as little difficulty as possible.

A high BTU rating, an automatic operating mode, and an easy-to-use control panel aren’t the only features that make the Amcor NanoMax A12000E a winning choice for spot cooling. Amcor has incorporated its patented AutoDrain NanoMist Technology into the unit to up the ante on user convenience. Unlike other portable air conditioners, which require you to drain condensed water by manually emptying a water bucket, the NanoMax A12000E automatically drains water using an atomizer that transforms it into a fine mist. This mist is released from the unit along with its hot air exhaust. No more emptying water buckets for you. The AutoDrain NanoMist Technology helps the unit function in true “set it and forget it” fashion. (Although, you should never really forget the unit for safety reasons.)

Building on its budget-friendly status, the NanoMax A12000E features a 12-hour programmable timer. You can set this timer to turn the unit on and turn off at pre-selected times. Using it regularly helps you control the impact the unit has on your energy bill.

Many users report that setting up the Amcor A12000E and installing the included window venting kit is a breeze. Inside the product manual, Amcor provides clear and simple assembly instructions that are aided by picture illustrations of each of the 8 steps. You can also view a video that walks you through the setup steps at Amcor’s website.

Overall, the Amcor NanoMax A12000E Portable Air Conditioner has earned a 5-Star user rating by Sylvane.com customers – a nod to its power, usability, and efficiency. The above features are only a few of the attributes that set the unit apart from its rivals. Read our Amcor NanoMax A12000E product description and browse our user reviews of the unit to learn more about it and decide if it’s the solution for you.