Ducted Air Conditioning Perth Glossary
What is the difference between Reverse Cycle, Split System, Ducted, Evaporative or Refrigerated air conditioning?
Often the difference between Reverse Cycle, Split System, Ducted, Evaporative and Refrigerated air conditioning can be confusing for one who doesn’t work in the industry, on this page we will make it clear what each of the terms relate to so the you get the right air conditioning installation perth residents need.
Evaporative Air Conditioning
There are two main types of air conditioning installation perth residents use, refrigerated and evaporative. Evaporative Air Conditioning is the most limited of the air conditioning methods; it only works in hot, dry areas. Evaporative cooling uses the simple method of evaporating water in order to cool the air.
The advantage of this method is that it is cheaper to make, install and run. This is because it is a simpler device, it has fewer moving parts (just a fan and water pump), requires less electricity and less maintenance. Also this method turns over a higher volume of air and the act of humidification is often more comfortable in dry climates
The dis-advantage is in the limitations of evaporation, if it is too humid (as in most tropical regions) then the evaporation simply doesn’t work. Also unlike the refrigerated method, the process is not reversible, it can only cool. Other bad side effects come from increasing the moisture in the air, which can be a problem with electrical equipment and people with some breathing problems. Also it needs a constant supply of water.
Refrigerated Air Conditioning Perth
This is the method of cooling by extracting heat from inside air using a refrigerant liquid which is then pumped through a compressor outside to release its heat into the air, condensing it so that can absorb more heat inside. This method also works in reverse to heat inside by extracting heat from the outside air, even if it is a very cold winter morning.
The advantages of this method are; it is one of the most efficient methods of heating, it is able to both heat and cool, it dehumidifies and filters the air, making the air more comfortable and healthier for sufferers of asthma and allergies. It is the most flexible method in terms of different spaces it can be effective in and different systems which can be used.
The only real disadvantage refrigerated air conditioning perth has is that it is not the cheapest method, but it is very efficient and very flexible.
Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning Perth
Reverse Cycle simply refers to refrigerated air conditioning systems which have the function to reverse the refrigeration cycle and heat the air that’s blown inside rather then cool it. While not every refrigeration system allows this function almost all Refrigerated Air Conditioning systems do. This is sometimes called a ‘heat pump’ function and is only ineffective in extreme cold climate, when ice forms on the outside unit blocking air flow. There are various methods to get around this problem, but some simply use alternative heating for such situations. We specialise in reverse cycle air conditioning perth because it is the best system for this climate.
Inverter Air Conditioner Perth
Inverter air conditioner perth technology allows the compressor to operate at various speeds as required, which reduces the running cost of the system. These are available in most reverse cycle air conditioning perth systems.
Split System Air Conditioners Perth
Split System simply refers to reverse cycle air conditioning which is split into an internal unit connected with piping that contains the refrigerant to an external unit which contains the compressor. This dramatically reduces the noise of the unit inside the room being air conditioned. It allows the smaller internal unit to be wall mounted but, as it must be connected, it is best if the outside unit is not too far away. It is possible to have two or more internal units for the one external unit, but they drop in effectiveness if run at the same time. For the best split system air conditioners Perth has to offer, contact us.
Ducted Air Conditioning
Ducted Air Conditioning is similar to split system air conditioners except the internal unit isn’t placed in a room but rather (usually in the roof) connected via air ducts to several rooms. This means that a much larger area can be effected by the one air conditioning unit.