The amount of heat produced by an air conditioner (AC) in an hour depends on various factors, including the cooling capacity of the AC unit, the efficiency of the AC, the temperature difference between the conditioned space and the outdoor environment, and the operating conditions.
To estimate the heat produced by an AC, we can consider the cooling capacity of the unit. The cooling capacity is usually measured in British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/hr) or in watts (W).
Let's assume we have the cooling capacity of the AC unit in BTU/hr or W. In this case, the heat produced by the AC in an hour will be approximately equal to its cooling capacity because the AC removes heat from the conditioned space and releases it outside.
For example, if an AC unit has a cooling capacity of 10,000 BTU/hr or 2,930 watts (W), it would produce approximately 10,000 BTU/hr or 2,930 W of heat in an hour.
It's important to note that this estimation assumes that all the electrical energy consumed by the AC is converted into heat. In reality, some of the energy may be used for other purposes, such as running the fans or controlling the compressor. Additionally, the AC's efficiency and operating conditions can affect the actual heat produced.