Summer in Tamil Nadu rivals the Sahara’s and Arabian’s desert. AC which was considered a symbol of status in the past decade has now become a necessity to combat the scorching heat in the summer in Tamil Nadu. Thanks to the launch of Inverter ACs and Darling’s lowest price and EMI options, buying AC in Tamil Nadu now is no longer a dream but a reality. However, how do you choose the right AC for your home ? What tonnage fits your room ? Does AC star rating matter ? What are the brands and technology available to choose the right brand for your home ? What are the AC Offers available at Darling, Tamil Nadu ? This guide gets you through all those doubts and makes buying AC more simple in Darling.
Types of Air Conditioners
ACs are now available in different sizes and forms in India. Right from the all-in-one bulky Window ACs to Sleek and Modern Split ACs to Ceiling Embedded, Space saving yet powerful Cassette ACs and to Portable tower ACs with Higher Air throw which can also be moved around and don't have complex Installations. This guide from Darling will tell you which ACs suit your needs.
Window ACs:
Back when ACs were used to be the status symbol in the households of India, ACs were used to be bulky and box type, cutting your window and yelling powerful chill air at you. The AC brands later evolved to split ACs which are common nowadays as houses became compact with thinner and shared walls and to reduce compressor noise. Brands and Retailers still adhere to customers who prefer Window ACs based on their request. Request a Window AC in Darling now
Split ACs:
Split ACs are the most common Air Conditioners that you can see in every Indian household now. With rising temperature and heat in recent days, brands adopted this design for wider air distribution and higher tonnage. And it does not require a large space or cutout in the wall like windows AC, but a small hole for a circular pipe will do that which can be more suitable for modern compact homes. With an outdoor unit and noise generating compressor kept outside, it cuts the noise and provides a peaceful sleep at night. Split ACs have also become more energy efficient with the latest Inverter AC technology which provides consistent, high cooling with less noise and less power consumption. Explore Darling’s Inverter AC collections in leading brands like LG, Voltas, Haier, Bluestar, Daikin, Panasonic, Carrier and More Air Conditioners.
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Cassette AC:
Cassette ACs are heavy duty AC solutions for larger halls or living rooms, dining rooms, show rooms which need even distribution in all directions. With a sleek and almost invisible design that can be fitted within a false ceiling, this gives space for more aesthetic or functional options to explore on walls. Explore Darling’s Cassette AC collections with leading brands like LG, Daikin, Samsung, Bluestar, Panasonic, Haier and More.
Tower AC:
Made for large professional spaces which requires more tonnage and minimal civil work (just a small hole for pipes). It also has higher direct horizontal air throw making it ideal for long halls with large crowds. It is also a great option for Server rooms which need more cooling and also for large Mandabams, Lobbies, Halls where you have a decorated wall space that has no space to fix or install wall mounted ACs. Enquire Tower AC in Darling now. LG, Haier, Daikin and Bluestar.
Which ton of Split ACs suit your home?
1 ton AC, 1.5 ton AC or 2 ton AC, confused what to go for. Darling is here to help you choose the right tonnage for your home. Technically, AC’s cooling capacity is calculated by a unit called BTU. For 1 Sq. ft of the area, you need 120 BTU to cool up. This is a basic thumb rule. Normally a 1 ton AC cools at the rate of 12000 BTU. You can choose the right AC for you home by below calculation,
Total Sq .ft x 120/ 12000
Let's say your room is 150 sq ft, so the total BTU required is 150x120 = 18000. Divide the result by 12000, 18000/12000 = 1.5. So you would require a 1.5 ton AC for your room. Based on this calculation, Find the right tonnage for your home below
1 ton AC: For tiny bedrooms, study rooms below 120 Sq.ft
1.5 ton AC: Works well For typical Indian houses where every room is commonly around 120 - 200 Sqft.
2 ton AC: Larger rooms. Typically Large living room or Dining Room, Luxury and spacious bedrooms of more than 200 Sq ft.
Explore the collections of 1 ton, 1.5 ton and 2 ton ACs in Darling.
Picking the right Energy Efficient ACs
Summer in TamilNadu hit 40 degree high, and almost every household with AC uses them at least 10-12 hours a day. Did you know the latest ISEER rated inverter AC can save up to Rs 2000 or 3000 depending on your usage. If you pick the right AC and maintain the AC temperature at moderate degree (Ideal 24 degree) you can save additional 10% power consumption. Refer below chart to understand how star rating affects the power consumption in 2026.
|
Star Rating |
Avg Units/hour |
Daily Units (8 Hours) |
Monthly Units |
Bi Monthly Units |
Bi Monthly Tariff (AC + Other Appliances Included) |
|
1 Star |
1.8 - 2.0 |
~16 |
480 |
960 |
~14250 |
|
2 Star |
1.6 - 1.7 |
~13.6 |
408 |
816 |
~11400 |
|
3 Star |
1.4 - 1.5 |
~12 |
360 |
720 |
~9400 |
|
4 Star |
1.1 - 1.2 |
~9.6 |
288 |
576 |
~6600 |
|
5 Star |
0.8 - 1.0 |
~8 |
240 |
480 |
~4900 |
*The above data is an estimate arrived with the usage of the latest star rated AC with perfect working conditions running at ideal temperature (24 degree) for 10 hours a day. Data may slightly change based on the floor, impact of direct sun light, geography etc
Leading brands in India has also their own in-built technology along with 5 star rating like Haier (Triple Inverter Technology), LG (Dual Inverter + Energy Saving Diet Mode), Bluestar (Hexa Inverter), Daikin (Econo mode), Voltas (6 in 1 adjustable Mode), Panasonic (7 in 1 convertible AI AC) to help Indian Consumers managing their energy consumption effectively.
ACs are more than Just Cooling
It is 2026, and Air Conditioners are not just about cooling anymore. All leading brands have adopted the latest technology from Air Purification, Self Cleaning, Automatic temperature adjustment to Wifi, Voice Assistant, ACs with automatic repair/error notification etc to make Indian consumers use and manage ACs effectively. Refer AC brands and their unique features below that are available in Darling.
LG - Dual Inverter | AI Convertible | Viraat Mode | ThinQ - Wifi Enabled | Diet Mode | Energy Manager+ | HD Anti Viral Filter and more.
Voltas - Heavy Duty Cooling | Super Silent Operation | Wifi Enabled | Hidden Display | 6 in 1 convertible | Filter Clean | Auto Clean | Ice Wash Technology | Sleep Mode | Anti Dust Filter and more.
Bluestar - AI Pro + | Energy Management | Customised Sleep | Anti Virus HEPA Filter | 5 in 1 convertible | Smart Schedule | Voice Command | Smart Wifi.
Haier - Super Sonic Cooling | AI Climate Assistant | Frost Self Clean | Hexa Inverter | 7 in 1 convertible | AI Energy Efficient | Child Comfort | Smart Wifi AC.
Panasonic - Higher Air FLow | 8 in 1 Convertible | Custom Sleep Profile | Shield Blu+ | Matter Enabled | Wifi Enabled | Voice Command | PM 0.1 Filter | Nano AG Clean Filter | Dust Buster.
Daikin - Power Chill Operation | Dew Clean Technology | Econo Mode | Sleep Off timer | Mobile App Control | Voice Control | Triple Display | Automatic Error Code Display.
Carrier - Instant Cooling | Hidden Display | Smart Energy Display | Error Alert | Sleep Mode | My Mode | 6 in 1 convertible | Wifi | Voice Command | PM 2.5 Filter.
Lloyd - Shower Cooling | 6 in 1 Convertible |Inbuilt Air Purifier | Installation Check | Low Gas Detection | Ice Clean Technology | Human Presence & Absence Detection | Energy Saving Mode | Mood Lighting.
Samsung - Windfree Cooling | Copper Anti Bacterial Filter | AI Energy Mode | Filter Clean Indicator | Freeze Wash | Welcome Cooling | Wifi | Voice Command | Automatic Evaluation | Smart Management.
O General - Automatic 3D Air Flow | Quiet Operation | Sleep Timer | PM 2.5 Filter | Self Diagnosis | Auto Restart | Powerful Mode | Energy Saving Mode.
IFB - 8 in 1 Convertible | Self Clean Technology | Powered by AI | Fast Cooling | Hybrid Mode.
Godrej - Superior Cooling | Low Global Warming Refrigerant | Dust Filter | IoT Enabled | Self Diagnosis | Error Code Display.
Whirlpool - 6th Sense Technology | Self Clean | 5 in 1 Convertible | 3D Air Modes | Gas Leak Indicator.
Mitsubishi - Hot and Cold | Econo Mode | Auto Fan Speed | Auto Restart | Failure Recall | Self Diagnosis Function | Anti Mold Filter.
Hitachi - Uniform Cooling | Longer Air Throw | Odour Free Air | Ice Clean Technology | 5 Fan Speed | Antibacterial Filter | Filter Clean Indicator.
Why Choose Darling for AC Offers? The Darling Difference
Whether you’re facing dry heat of Vellore, Salem, Dharmapuri, Trichy or the coastal humidity of Chennai, Pondicherry, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Darling is there in every corner of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry with more than 185 showrooms and authorised partner of 15+ leading brands like LG, Voltas, Haier, Panasonic, Daikin, Carrier, Bluestar etc. Not Just that with revised GST, buying AC in 2026 is more affordable with up to 4000 additional discount. You can now buy a 1.5 ton AC starting RS 24990 in Darling. What makes it more exciting is that Darling has the lowest EMI for ACs starting from Rs 995/month. With Brand cashback and Darling’s combo offers of Bullet juicer Mixie (Rs 499) and Air Cooler (Rs 999), Darling is the best place to buy AC in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry.
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