Wall - Split Air Conditioning
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What is a split-system air conditioner?Split system air conditioners are made up of two parts or units — the compressor unit, which is located outside, and an inside air outlet, which is often referred to as the “head". The two units are connected via piping which carries refrigerant between the two units.A variation to this standard unit is the multi-split system, which has multiple indoor outlets linked to a single outdoor unit. Split-system air conditioners can be used both for cooling and heating. What size split-system do I need?The only way to accurately answer this question is by seeking specialist advice from a Clements home air conditioning consultant, who will visit and assess your home before making a recommendation.Purchasing a unit that is too large is a waste of money both in the initial purchase and through ongoing operation inefficiency. Alternatively, if you buy a unit that is too small, your home won’t be as comfortable and you will spend a lot more on electricity costs as a result of the unit being overworked. Correctly positioning your air conditioning head unit will also affect energy efficiency and comfort. Our experienced consultants can help you find the ideal position to install your air conditioning. How much energy does a split-system consume?Energy consumption will vary depending on a number of factors, including:• Whether or not the unit is the correct match for the room it’s installed in. • Is the room insulated and suitably vented? • Is there external window shade? Energy Rating Labels provide an excellent guide to the energy efficiency of air conditioning systems. The more stars a unit has, the more energy efficient it will be. In addition to costing less in power bills, a more efficient air conditioning unit is better for the environment. Correct installation is vital !!! Clements Air Conditioning employs only specialists air conditioning installers to install our customers’ air conditioning systems. Why Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning There are many different methods available to heat your home however the options available for cooling are much less. These methods include Passive Cooling methods such as natural ventilation, insulation and the use of thermally efficient construction materials. Geothermal Air Cooling removes heat by recirculating air via ducts placed in the ground. Although this method is effective, it carries a very high cost due to the extensive pipe network that needs to be installed. Evaporative Cooling uses the evaporation of water to remove heat. This method is quite energy efficient and very effective in a dry climate, however it is not so effective in humid conditions and consumes large amount of water. Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning using a refrigeration process to cool and dehumidify the building internal space. Of all the options available for heating and cooling only Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning provides heating and cooling from a single piece of equipment, providing year round benefit and the best return on your investment. Nothing beats reverse cycle air conditioning for convenience, adaptability and efficiency. Equipment is manufactured in many different configurations to suit almost any requirement. How does it Work?The refrigeration cycle is simply a mechanical means of transferring heat from one place to another. In the case of a Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning system, heat is transferred from the air inside the building to the air outside the building.When heating is required, the process is reversed and heat is taken from the outside air and transferred to the building interior. Even when outdoor temperatures are very low a modern reverse cycle system will still operate effectively in heating mode, even when outdoor temperatures are down to well below freezing. This process is very efficient whether in heating or cooling mode as the system does not use energy to create the heat but merely transfers it from one place to another. Operating efficiency of reverse cycle air conditioning is typically 200% to 300% in cooling mode and 300% to 400% in heating mode. In other words, the system transfers up to 4 times more energy than it uses to operate the refrigeration compressor. Of course the efficiency of the system varies depending on the quality of the equipment. Our home air conditioning consultants can give you expert advice on how to choose the ideal system for your home, from our wide range of quality systems. |
