What is a split system air conditioning system?
Split system air conditioners are designed to efficiently and quietly cool or heat single rooms, such as:
- Individual rooms in the home
- Small retail stores , bars or restaurants
- Small office spaces
A split system consists of two units. They get their name due to half the system (condenser / outdoor unit) being located outside the house while the other half (fan coil / indoor unit) is installed inside. The indoor unit is fixed to the wall of the room to be cooled or heated, while the outdoor unit is usually installed directly behind, this is classed as a back to back installation. The two units are connected through ducting, refrigeration piping and an electrical connection.
How does a split system work?
Installing a split system doesn’t require ducting and the units are connected by small pipes and cables, so very little modification to your home or office is required.
When cooling, the warm air from inside the room is taken in by the fan coil and removed, resulting in cool air recirculating back into the house. While reverse cycle allows for the heat pump to run in reverse to provide heating during cold days.
The inside air conditioning unit includes outlet air grilles that deflect cooled air or swing from side to side for maximum comfort to all parts of the room. It is controlled by a handheld remote or it can be connected to a tablet or smart phone.
When the required temperature is reached, the compressor inverter technology signals a change of mode to dry, to help conserve energy that may be lost from constantly stopping and starting the unit.
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Most split system air conditioner systems come with delay and sleep functions to set preferences for turning the system on and off.
Multi-split or VRF air conditioning systems can heat or cool multiple rooms using only one outdoor unit connected to up to multiple indoor units. This reduces the outdoor space required. It’s a great solution if your home or business is restricted to space and a ducted system isn’t suitable, or you’re on a smaller budget.
Why are split systems so popular?
Wall mounted split air conditioning systems are the most commonly owned air conditioning systems in homes and small businesses, as they’re an affordable and energy efficient solution.
Here are some reasons why they’re a popular choice:
- Air quality – most split air conditioning systems have air filtering and humidity control functions that regulate the amount of dust and humidity in a room. This is ideal for anyone suffering from asthma or allergies.
- Appealing design – split systems can blend in perfectly with the interior of your home without needing to block any of your windows.
- Fast and easy installation – because split systems don’t require ducts, they’re much easier to install. The indoor unit can be placed up to 25-30m away from the outdoor condenser, and only requires the smallest hole in the wall to allow for the control wiring and copper tubing to feed through.
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- Quiet – both the indoor and outdoor units function with virtually no noise, you won’t even hear it’s running.
- Independent temperature control – for multi split systems, each indoor unit is able to control the temperature within the room it’s installed in.
- Easy to maintain – split system air conditioners require minimal maintenance. They come with washable filters and don’t require constant upkeep. We still recommend regular servicing of your outdoor unit to ensure it continues operating at an optimum level.
Get the best split system air conditioning service in Perth
Our local qualified technicians can help you decide on the best split system to suit the size of your room. With families of our own, we understand you have to consider your budget.
We supply the most reliable air conditioning brands on the market, at a price the average Perth family can afford. With Total Air Conditioning, you’ll have peace of mind knowing you’re receiving a high quality product and x years warranty on the installation of your system.
Book a free no obligation in-home consultation today! For a comprehensive split system air conditioning installation and service in Perth, contact the local team at Total Air Conditioning on (08) 9443 1288 or request a quote.
