A soft start is a smart upgrade for any RV owner looking to run their air conditioner more smoothly and efficiently. By reducing the initial power surge, it helps prevent tripped breakers, protects your AC’s compressor, and allows you to use smaller power sources like portable generators or solar setups. Whether you’re boondocking or staying at a low-power campsite, a soft start ensures your AC runs reliably without overloading your system.

When we talk about “heat pumps” and “air conditioners,” you might think their functions are straightforward. But there’s more to it: while both systems use indoor air to control temperatures, they operate in fundamentally different ways and serve slightly different...

What is SACC in Portable Air Conditioner Ratings? When shopping for portable air conditioners, you may come across two different BTU ratings: SACC and ASHRAE. Both are used to measure the cooling capacity of an air conditioner, but they are...