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Ductless split systems continue to grow in popularity as an alternative to traditional central air conditioning equipment. Often called “mini splits,” ductless air conditioners provide a variety of cooling solutions where conventional a/c units may be impractical or cost prohibitive.
Understanding Ductless Air Conditioning
Traditional central air conditioning systems require the installation of interior ductwork and a variety of other components in order to distribute conditioned air to the different sub domains. Unfortunately, ductwork is an inefficient method of delivering air. A combination of friction loss, leakage, structural impediments and improper design can disrupt the air flow and diminish the efficiency of the equipment.
Ductless air conditioners do not require any installed ductwork. Instead, each system includes an outdoor condenser along with an indoor unit that contains an evaporator coil and a fan. These stylish enclosures are hung on an interior wall or placed in the ceiling and provide adequate cooling for the entire room.
Ductless Advantages
There are numerous advantages to ductless air conditioning systems. Since there are no requirements for ductwork, refrigerated air can be brought into nearly every room without restriction. Ductless split systems are especially effective when used in room additions or garage conversions. Unlike window units that are very noisy due to the inclusion of the compressor, ductless mini splits are extremely quiet since the condensing unit is located outdoors.
Different manufacturers offer packages that include up to four indoor air handlers matched with a single condensing unit. Each room becomes a different zone where the temperature can be adjusted for individual comfort and maximum energy savings. Every system includes a remote control, and wall mounted programmable set-back thermostats are also available as an option.
Many models of ductless split systems use inverter technology which allows for the adjustment of capacity and cooling output to conform to the load demand. This unique technology is unavailable in conventional equipment and provides ductless systems with unsurpassed efficiency ratings approaching 21 SEER.
Ductless mini splits are available in straight air conditioning and heat pump configurations with supplemental heat options. Capacities currently range from 6000 BTUs up to 42,000 BTUs, and all new systems use environmentally friendly R410A refrigerant.
What else can I help you with?
What is a ductless airconditioner?
A ductless air conditioning system is exactly what the name implies. An air conditioning system without ducts. The air handler is usually mounted on an interior wall or ceiling.
What is multi split air conditioning?
Its a ductless a/c system for the home..............
What tools do I need to clean and repair ductless air conditioning equipment?
The most important tool to have when cleaning and repairing a ductless air conditioning system is a schedule. Maintaining and inspecting the filters, compressors, air conditioning system and pipes on a weekly basis will ensure many years of service.
ductless air conditioning and allergies?
Yes, ductless air conditioning units work very well with filtration systems. They are fantastic at keeping the pollen out of your house.
What is a reliable manufacturer for ductless air conditioning?
Ductless Depot is reliable. They can be contacted through their website at ductlessdepot.com. They have air conditioning fixtures for many types of windows.
What is the purpose of a ductless air conditioner?
The purpose of a ductless air conditioning system is to provide cool and low-humidity air in spaces where there is no method to create an exhaust for heat and the humidity that has been removed from the air inside that space.
What is the cost of a ductless air conditioning system?
The cost of your ductless air conditioning system is going to depend on the size of the system. I found that single zone systems cost between $1100 and $1700 and the cost of multiple zone systems ranged from just over $2000 to close to $4000 (again depending on the number of zones).
What are the main benefits of ductless air conditioning?
There are many benefits of ductless air conditioning. They are easy to install, they do not take up too much space, they are easy to work, they are quiet, and they are cost effective.
How to Choose the Right Ductless Air Conditioning System for Your Needs?
Ductless air conditioning is an excellent option for many households and businesses. While packaged terminal air conditioning (PTAC) units and window air conditioning units use roughly the same amount of energy, both ductless air conditioning systems have their positives and negatives. The following paragraphs will help you to determine how to choose the right ductless air conditioning system for your needs. The first thing to determine is how much space you have, and where you have it. Window air conditioning units allow for movable cold air and only take up window space. PTAC units are larger than window units, but you can place them high up on a wall in order to save usable space in the room. Depending on where you need space, and how much space you need, it’s imperative you decide where your air conditioning system will be placed before the system is purchased. Another item to consider is energy usage. Generally speaking, the British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/hr) for a ductless air conditioning system will be part of the information readily available to potential buyers. Both PTAC systems and window units use about the same amount of energy depending on what specific system you buy. However, the amount of BTU/hr required differs depending on room size. For this reason, you should look into how many BTU/hr your system will require for the area in which it will be used. It is also important to know how much energy you are able to use in certain areas of the building you are attempting to air condition. This is because, if you use too much energy in certain areas of a building, there’s a chance you can overload a circuit. In most cases, this will just cause the circuit breaker to trip, but it’s not a good idea to test that limit. So, in total, to choose the right ductless air conditioning system for your needs, you should know how much space you have, where you have it, how much energy you need, and how much energy you can use. With this information, it should be simple to choose the right system for you.
How does the maintenance for ductless air conditioning differ from AC with ducts?
Ductless AC has no expensive duct work that needs to be maintained and.or installed. You do not need to uninstall or winter-proof a ductless AC system. You can find additonal info on kingersons.com
Where can I get information about how ductless air conditioning works?
Do an online search to get the following links that have posts about how ductless air conditioning works- http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4811846_ductless-air-conditioning-work.html; http://www.ductlessdepot.net/standart-47.html; http://www.ductlessdepot.net/standart-40.html
Where can I find ductless air conditioning?
You can find vendors that sell brand name ductless air conditioning through sites like the following: http://www.ductlessdepot.net/ You will find lots of information about different brands and how to install them.
