| key specs |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 3 Star |
| Type | Inverter Split | Split |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Copper |
| Power Requirement | AC 230V, 50Hz | AC 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1560 W | 955.0 W |
| Dimensions | 88.9 cm x 29.9 cm x 21.5 cm | 802.0 mm x 297.0 mm x 189.0 mm |
| general |
| Brand | Samsung | Blue Star |
| Model | 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (AR18BY3AQWK) | 1 Ton 3 Star Split AC (3HW12JBG3) |
| Release date | January 1, 2022 | - |
| Model Name | AR18BY3AQWK | 3HW12JBG3 |
| Type | Inverter Split | Split |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 3 Star |
| BEE Rating Year | 2022 | 2018 |
| Colours | White | White |
| Cooling Capacity | 5000 W | 3380.0 W |
| Compressor | Rotary Compressor | Rotary |
| Refrigerant | R - 32 | R-32 |
| Operating Modes | Auto Mode, Cool Mode, Windfree Good Sleep Mode, 5 Step Convertible Cooling Mode, Fan Mode, Quiet Mode | Comfort Modes: Auto/Cool/Fan/Dry, Health Mode: Blow |
| Dehumidification | Yes | Yes |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Copper |
| Remote Control | Yes | Yes |
| dimensions |
| Indoor W x H x D | 88.9 cm x 29.9 cm x 21.5 cm | 802.0 mm x 297.0 mm x 189.0 mm |
| Indoor Unit Weight | 10.1 kg | 9.0 kg |
| Outdoor W x H x D | 72 cm x 54.8 cm x 26.5 cm | 858.0 mm x 536.0 mm x 327.0 mm |
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 27.8 kg | 33.0 kg |
| Other Dimensions | - | Suction Tube Size Outer Diameter: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm), Maximum Piping Capability Total: 10 m, Refrigerant Additional Charge Beyond 3.66 M: 15 g/m |
| performance features |
| Indoor Noise Level | High - 45 dB, Low - 26 dB | High - 41.0 dB, Low - 28.0 dB |
| Indoor Temperature Indicator | Yes | - |
| Cooling Coverage Area | 150 sq.ft | - |
| ISEER | 3.96 W/W | 3.54 W/W |
| Panel Display | - | Yes |
| Turbo Mode | - | Yes |
| power features |
| Power Requirement | AC 230V, 50Hz | AC 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1560 W | 955.0 W |
| Operating Current | 6.8 A | - |
| Other Power Features | - | Power Input: 955 W, Running Current: 4.2 A |
| body and design features |
| Condenser Fin Type | Anti-corrosion Fin | Anti Corrosive Blue Fins |
| Evaporator Fin Type | - | Hydrophilic Blue Fins |
| air flow and filter features |
| Air Flow Direction | 4 Way Air Direction | - |
| Anti-bacteria Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Dust Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Other Air Flow Features | - | Airflow Volume (Wet) (High/Medium/Low): 360/282/215 CFM, Airflow Control: Motorised - Horizontal Louvre/Vertical Swing, Manual - Vertical Louvre/Horizontal Swing, Fan Modes: Auto/High/Medium/ Low |
| Active Carbon Filter | - | Yes |
| Other Filter Features | - | Silver Ion |
| remote control features |
| Battery Type | 2 AAA Batteries | - |
| Night Glow Buttons | - | Yes |
| Other Features | - | Large LCD with Backlight |
| convenience features |
| Auto Restart | Yes | Yes |
| Quiet Mode | Yes | - |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Feature | - | Yes |
| Self Diagnosis | - | Yes |
| warranty |
| Warranty Summary | 1 Year Standard Warranty on Product, 10 Years Warranty on Compressor | 1 year on Product and 5 Years on Compressor from Blue Star |