Hello World! Welcome Friends! With the weather radically fluctuating between seasons, with hotter summers and colder winters, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has become a necessity for almost all of us in Australia. This leaves you with the difficult task of choosing the right aircon system for your needs. Similar to any product on the market, there are a plethora of options available to you as a consumer; choosing between all the various models and deciphering all the fancy industry-specific lingo can seem daunting, but fear not! We have prepared a summary of what to consider when purchasing an aircon unit to make sure you choose your ideal fit.
What are the 3 Types of Aircon Systems?
The three most common types of aircon systems are split type, stand-alone, and central. You are likely familiar with central heating or central air. Central systems are designed for large spaces; they have their condenser and compressor built-in on building roofs and use air ducts to spread air from the evaporator (the fan) to all areas of the premises. Stand-alone units are used for smaller spaces than central units and have their evaporator, compressor, and condenser, all in one unit that is placed inside the room it is cooling. Split-type systems combine the best of both worlds; they cool smaller areas and have their evaporator inside the room; their cooling machinery (compressor and condenser) is split apart from the evaporator, placed on the room’s exterior.
Features and Capabilities
All HVAC systems have similar properties but with different features. For example, central air systems can’t produce the same temperatures as other units because it uses chilled water as the refrigerant whereas split type and stand-alone units use freon. But split-type units are hard to find with cooling capacities over 7 horse-power. Central air requires complex ductwork, and if you don’t want that exposed you will need a hanging ceiling. If you want a machine that can produce both warm and cold air you should consider reverse cycle air conditioning systems. Not all systems are designed to run hot and cold — the majority focus on the cooling aspect. Central systems are quieter than split type and standalone systems but take up a lot more space. That being said, newer models of split-type air conditioners are incredibly quiet compared to their predecessors. And if you want to further eliminate sound, opt away from stand-alone units as they will have more machinery in the room.
Cost
This is where most people will make their decision. The budget, in many cases, will be the deciding factor. The most expensive part of any air conditioner is the compressor. So for similar-sized compressors, the price range will not vary greatly. But with central air, you run the extra cost of the ductwork, which can add up to quite a high bill.
Consider the size of the space you are cooling, and if it isn’t too big, then central air units are not for you. For smaller spaces consider a split type or stand-alone system. With aesthetics in mind, you will find that split-type models are sleeker, are more appealing visually, and will perform on a similar level to stand-alone units.
Click the links below for any posts you have missed:
How to Prep Your Home for an Open House
What is SDA Housing and How Does it Work?
Minimalist Modern Exterior Design Ideas
Is Your Electricity Bill Too High?
Time To Redecorate?
How to Make Your Home Heating More Efficient
I’d love for you to join my email list! You’ll receive a notification straight to your inbox which will include links to my latest home project posts! Simply enter your address below.
Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful day/night depending on where you are in the world! Go with God and remember to be kind to one another!
Toodles,
[…] Split Type Aircon System […]