Whynter NEX Inverter 13,000 BTU Dual Hose Smart Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier & Fan | ARC-1280MX
Powerful Portable Cooling for Modern Homes
The Whynter ARC-1280MX is a 13,000 BTU portable air conditioner built to cool larger living spaces, open-plan rooms, and home offices up to 500 square feet. The dual-hose system draws in fresh outdoor air to cool your space, then exhausts warm air outside, delivering faster, more efficient cooling than single-hose models. Powered by advanced NEX Inverter technology, it automatically adjusts its output to maintain your ideal temperature, using less energy and running noticeably quieter than conventional portable air conditioners. Built-in WiFi lets you control the temperature from your phone via the NetHome Plus app, or hands-free with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, or Apple Siri.
With 5-speed fan control, you can dial in airflow from a gentle background breeze to full-power cooling. At as low as 50 dBA, it runs quietly enough for bedrooms and home offices without disrupting sleep or focus. The built-in dehumidifier pulls excess moisture from the air, so your room stays cool and comfortable even on the most humid summer days. An activated carbon filter tackles odors and airborne impurities, keeping your indoor air fresh. A 24-hour programmable timer means your room is already cool when you walk in, and the sleep mode quietly maintains your set temperature overnight.
No permanent installation needed, just position it near a window, attach the included exhaust hose kit, and start cooling within minutes. Backed by Whynter's 1-year warranty with a 3-year warranty on the compressor, the ARC-1280MX is built to last. If you're looking for a reliable, free-standing portable air conditioning unit that you can move room to room without any permanent modifications, the ARC-1280MX delivers the performance and convenience you need.
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SPECIFICATIONS
ASHRAE BTU - 13,000 BTU
SACC BTU - 10,000 BTU
Color - White
Coverage Sq. Ft. - 500 sq. ft.
Dehumidifying Capacity - 96.8 pints/day
Exhaust Hose Length - Max. 60"
Window Kit Length - Length up to 82”
Fan Speed - 5 speed
Filter Type - Washable air filter and carbon filter
Heat Mode - No
Hose System - Dual Hose
Louver Type - Fully automatic 80-degree flexible airflow louver
Maximum Power Consumption - 1212W/ 11.9A
Noise level (dBA) - 50/53/56
Refrigerant - R32
Temperature Range - 60°F – 86°F
Upper Gravity Drain Port - Yes
Unit Dimensions - 17.36" W x 15.63" D x 28.62" H
FEATURES
● Black color
● Cooling: 13000 BTU | 10000 SACC
● Dehumidifying Capacity: 96.8 pints
● Refrigerant: R32
● Patented auto drain function fully exhausts all condensate automatically in most environments
● Advanced Inverter technology achieves 20% more cooling capacity and over 40% energy saving
● Optimize air distribution with a fully automatic 80-degree flexible airflow louver
● Four operational modes: Auto, Cool, Dehumidify, and Fan
● Digital display and remote control
● Smart App Control (WiFi-enabled & Voice-connected)
● Control from anywhere using the NetHome Plus app through Wi-Fi
● Voice control works with Amazon Alexa or Google Home voice assistant
● Intelligent features such as the 24-hour Timer, Sleep Curve, Self-Diagnosis, Express Run Settings, and Schedules
● LCDI (Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption) plug
● Upper and lower drain ports for continuous operation
● Drain Methods: Continuous Gravity and Manual
● Designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation
● Fan Speed: Continuous |Auto |Low |Medium | High
● Washable air filter and carbon filter
● Full thermostatic control (60°F – 86°F)
● Casters for easy mobility
● 24 hour programmable timer
● Noise level (fan speed): <50 dB low / 53 dB medium / 56 dB high
● Auto restart after power outage
● Extendable Hose: Length up to 60″
● Window Kit : Length up to 82”
● Air Flow (low/medium/high speed): 384 m3h, 225 CFM / 415 m3h, 244 CFM / 661 m3h, 388 CFM
● Maximum cooling power consumption: 1212W / 11.9A
● Power supply: 115 V / 60Hz / 1 Phase
● Unit dimensions: 17.36″ W x 15.63″ D x 28.62″ H
● Packaging dimensions: 22” W x 18” D x 34.5” H
● Net weight: 55 lbs
● Gross weight: 74 lbs
● CEER: 12.1
● EER: 9.9
● UL listed
● UPC 850014459864
*This unit comes with one year warranty and a three-year warranty on the compressor.
COMPARE WHYNTER PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONERS
| Model | Status | BTU | SACC | Room Size | Hose Type | Heat | Inverter | WiFi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC-1280WX | In Stock | 13,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| ARC-1280MX | In Stock | 13,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| ARC-14S | In Stock | 14,000 BTU | 9,500 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual | — | — | — |
| ARC-14SH | In Stock | 14,000 BTU | 9,200 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual | ✓ | — | — |
| ARC-1230WN | In Stock | 14,000 BTU | 12,000 BTU | 600 sq. ft. | Dual Hose-in-Hose | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| ARC-1230WNH | Sold Out | 14,000 BTU | 12,000 BTU | 600 sq. ft. | Dual Hose-in-Hose | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| ARC-122DS | In Stock | 12,000 BTU | 7,000 BTU | 400 sq. ft. | Dual | — | — | — |
| ARC-122DHP | Sold Out | 12,000 BTU | 7,000 BTU | 400 sq. ft. | Dual | ✓ | — | — |
| ARC-1050XP | In Stock | 13,500 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Single | — | — | ✓ |
| ARC-1050XPH | In Stock | 13,500 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Single | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| ARC-147WF | In Stock | 14,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual | — | — | ✓ |
| ARC-147WFH | Sold Out | 14,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| ARC-110WD | In Stock | 11,000 BTU | 5,900 BTU | 350 sq. ft. | Dual | — | — | — |
| ARC-1030WN | Sold Out | 12,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 500 sq. ft. | Dual Hose-in-Hose | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| ARC-0850XP | In Stock | 12,000 BTU | 8,000 BTU | 450 sq. ft. | Single | — | — | ✓ |
| ARC-102CS | In Stock | 10,000 BTU | 7,000 BTU | 300 sq. ft. | Single | — | — | — |
