Portable A/C · Backus, Minnesota
Rent a portable spot cooler from BCI Rentals for targeted cold air in a shop, work area or suitable enclosed event space. The Airrex HSC-18R is listed in our 1.5-ton class and has a published cooling capacity of 16,800 BTU/hr. Call (218) 947-3353 for a rate and availability, and plan power, warm-air exhaust and condensate before setup.
A spot cooler directs cold air where it is needed and rejects warm air through a separate outlet. In an enclosed room, route that warm air to an appropriate location outside the cooled area. Leaving both air streams in the same room will not provide effective whole-room cooling.
| Item | Listed specification | Before you rent |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling capacity | 16,800 BTU/hr | Size for heat load and conditions, not floor area alone |
| Power | 115V, single phase; 15A draw | A suitable 20A circuit and NEMA 5-20 receptacle are required |
| Cold air | Two 5-inch discharge nozzles | Position for the people or equipment needing cooling |
| Warm-air exhaust | 12-inch top outlet | Plan a compatible duct route out of the cooled area |
| Cabinet | 22 × 25 × 49 inches; 175 lb | Check doorways, thresholds and the route to the space |
The catalog's 1.5-ton label describes the equipment class. Use the published 16,800 BTU/hr capacity for planning, equivalent to 1.4 refrigeration tons. Call to size your job and confirm the power and accessories needed.
Direct cold air toward a defined work area when cooling an entire building is impractical. Consider equipment heat, people, open doors and nearby processes. A spot cooler's local effect is different from maintaining a set temperature throughout a warehouse.
For an enclosed room or supplemental cooling need, confirm a warm-air exhaust path, room air replacement needs, available power and condensate handling. Tell us about sensitive equipment and any required temperature range before selecting the setup.
For weddings, resort events or other temporary spaces, cooling depends heavily on enclosure, sun exposure, guest count and weather. Call with the tent size and event layout. A spot cooler may suit a defined area, while a larger enclosed tent may need industrial temporary A/C.
Large fans move air and can improve comfort, but they do not refrigerate it. Air conditioning removes heat and also collects condensate while cooling. For a drying project where moisture removal is the main goal, consider a commercial dehumidifier.
Ask BCI about the exhaust ducting and condensate arrangement for the unit supplied. A drain route or pump may be needed depending on the setup; confirm accessories before reserving.
No. It uses 115V power but requires the correct NEMA 5-20 receptacle on a suitable 20A circuit. Confirm the outlet, circuit and any extension arrangement before the rental. Do not assume that an ordinary 15A household outlet will work.
For cooling an enclosed room, warm exhaust needs an appropriate route out of that cooled area. The unit has a 12-inch top warm-air outlet. Call about compatible ducting and any replacement-air requirements.
Floor area alone cannot determine the answer. Ceiling height, insulation, sun, people, equipment and outdoor air entering the room all add cooling load. Give BCI those details to discuss whether one spot cooler, multiple units or larger A/C is the better fit.
The HSC-18R on this page is a spot cooler. For temporary heat, see our heater rental options. Heat mode is available on select larger A/C units and must be confirmed for the equipment reserved.
Call BCI Rentals in Backus with your project location, room or tent dimensions, power supply and desired cooling area. We serve the Brainerd Lakes area and northern Minnesota.