{"product_id":"panasonic-rac-solo","title":"Panasonic RAC SOLO","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAir conditioning, without the outdoor unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMost air conditioning means an indoor unit, an outdoor unit, and a wall full of pipework joining the two. RAC Solo does away with all of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt's a single, slim unit that sits indoors and does the whole job itself. it simply draws air through two small holes in an outside wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe result is a calmer, simpler kind of comfort cooling in summer, heating in winter, and a lot less disruption getting there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot a portable air conditioner in disguise either\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you've lived with a portable unit, you'll know the trade-offs: a hose wedged through a window or a hole cut in the frame, a permanent hum from the compressor sitting in the room with you, a bulky box taking up floor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRAC Solo skips all of that. There's no hose, no window kit propping a window ajar, and no box parked in the middle of the room. Just a slim unit fixed to the wall, venting through two small, permanent holes. It's a proper fitted appliance, not something you wheel out for summer and put away again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eInstallation. Simple, but not DIY\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRAC Solo is designed to be far less disruptive to install than a traditional split air conditioner, there's no outdoor unit to mount, no refrigerant pipework to route and no FGAS qualifications needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThat said, it isn't something to fit yourself. Every RAC Solo needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTwo holes core-drilled through an external wall (162mm for the 1.7kW, 2.0kW and 2.5kW; 202mm for the 3.0kW)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eA dedicated mains electrical connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe'd recommend a competent handyman or qualified electrician.  Many customers use one trusted installer who can handle both. It's a straightforward job for the right person. Once that's done, the unit itself simply mounts to the wall and is ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to choose your size\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePicking the right size matters more than almost anything else here, too small, and the unit will run flat out on a hot day and still struggle to bring the room down to temperature. If you're between two sizes, go with the larger one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 1: Measure your room. \u003c\/b\u003eLength × width, in metres, gives you the floor area in m².\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2: Match it to a size. \u003c\/b\u003eThese figures assume a fairly typical room: a standard ceiling height of around 2.4m, reasonable insulation, and moderate sun exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" width=\"530\" height=\"245\" style=\"width: 530px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"133\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 106.505208px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 180.973958px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable up to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"280\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 234.552083px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical rooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"133\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 106.505208px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.7kW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 180.973958px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~15m² (approx. 3.5m x 4.3m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"280\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 234.552083px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle bedroom, home office, snug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"133\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 106.505208px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0kW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 180.973958px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~20m² (approx. 4m x 5m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"280\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 234.552083px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverage double bedroom, small living room\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"133\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 106.505208px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5kW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 180.973958px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~25m² (approx. 5m x 5m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"280\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 234.552083px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger bedroom, mid-sized living room\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"133\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 106.505208px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.0kW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 180.973958px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~30m² (approx. 5m x 6m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"280\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 234.552083px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge living room, open-plan space, loft conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 3: Check for anything that pushes you up a size. \u003c\/b\u003eIf any of these apply, size up or get in touch before you order:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eHigh or vaulted ceilings (taller than 2.4m)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLots of glazing, roof lights, or a south\/west-facing aspect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eA loft conversion or top-floor room under the roof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eRegularly has 3+ people in it, or generates its own heat (home gym, several computers, a kitchen-diner)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOpen-plan or knocked through to another room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan\u003e●      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eA room that already tends to run warm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf two or more of these apply, it's worth sizing up rather than sizing to the room alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes: room size guidance above is a rough starting point only. Actual performance depends on insulation, ceiling height, sun exposure, and room layout. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStill not sure? \u003c\/b\u003eSend us the room's length, width, ceiling height, and which way it faces, and we'll recommend the right size before you buy. Easier conversation to have before installation than after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Panasonic","offers":[{"title":"1.7KW","offer_id":57105410359620,"sku":"POG16IC5-UK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.0KW","offer_id":57105410392388,"sku":"P-MOZ20IC5-UK","price":1749.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5KW","offer_id":57105410425156,"sku":"P-MOZ25IC5-UK","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.0KW","offer_id":57105410457924,"sku":"P-MOZ30IC5-UK","price":1899.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0915\/9956\/9220\/files\/panasonic-rac-solo-compact-heating-air-conditioner-30kw-l092782-5__77815.jpg?v=1786703958","url":"https:\/\/www.breathingspace.co.uk\/products\/panasonic-rac-solo","provider":"Breathing Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}