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Michelle · Post by **Michelle** » Wed Apr 28, 2004 12:45 pm

How big of an a/c compressor is needed for a 16X80 singlewide? The dealer is telling me I need a three ton compressor but someone else said I could do with less.

Any opinions much appreciated. Thanks.

Bill Fry · Post by **Bill Fry** » Wed Apr 28, 2004 4:02 pm

You can call an HVAC contractor and get him to size a unit for you.You do not want more tonnage then you need as it will not run long enough to pull the humidity(moisture)out of the home(which can lead to mold,etc. problems)3-ton does sound a bit large for a 16*80.

jason · Post by **jason** » Wed Apr 28, 2004 4:03 pm

Depends on your insulation value and what type of clymate you live in.You would need to do a manual j calculation to be exact. But 500 square feet per ton is a rough estimate. 2 1/2 ton sounds pretty close it would be better to be a little undersized then oversized.

rmurray · Post by **rmurray** » Thu Apr 29, 2004 5:31 am

There is a HUD data plate on the home...It will recommend a MAXIMUM size a/c..You should not go over the recommendation..

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