If you're interested in split system air conditioning, then you might think that the only decision you need to make is whether to go for a regular option or whether to upgrade to a reverse cycle product to heat your home as well as cool it. However, you have another option to consider.
At this stage, you should also take a look at inverter split systems. How do these systems work and what are their benefits?
On a core level, an inverter split system works the same way as any split system air conditioner. You install a compression unit outside your home and one or more cooling units inside. The system uses a refrigerant gas to cool warm air ready for circulation through its indoor units.
A regular split system runs from a compressor in its outdoor unit. This compressor controls the temperature of your cooled air via the system's motor. It works on a basic on/off model. So, the compressor runs until your air conditioning reaches the right temperature. It then turns off until the temperature rises again, at which point it turns on again. This is a constant cycle.
An inverter split system also runs on a compressor. However, these systems have more control over the compressor that operates more intelligently. Here, the compressor doesn't switch on and off but runs at a variable rate all the time. The inverter speeds up or slows down the rate of the compressor to keep the temperature at the right level.
If you've decided that split system air conditioning is the right option for your home, then buying an inverter system makes sense for a few different reasons.
If you install a non-inverter split system, then your energy usage and costs might be higher than they need to be. The system uses energy every time the motor turns on or off. Plus, the system's constant compression speed uses a set amount of power.
An inverter-based split system is typically more efficient. You don't have to pay for spikes in power when the system cycles on and off. The variable operating speed manages power consumption more accurately. So you'll use less energy and have lower running costs.
The way that a standard split system works can put stress on its working parts. The on/off compressor control operates every time you run your air conditioning. This regular action causes more wear and tear on your compressor and other parts. They might need periodic repair or replacement if they stop working.
Inverter split systems don't have this constant stress from stopping and starting, so you should find that your compressor and other parts don't suffer from as much wear and tear. Your air conditioning will work more reliably for longer.
One of the advantages of split system air conditioning is the fact that your compressor is outside. This reduces the noise you hear from the system inside your home. However, you'll still hear the system turn on and off whenever that happens; your neighbours might also be bothered by the on/off cycling noises from your outdoor unit.
Inverter split system air conditioners typically run more quietly. They don't make the same booster noises as regular split systems because they run on a smooth and quieter cycle all the time.
If you're interested in installing a new air conditioning system, then contact Cool Air Conditioning Pty Ltd. Our experts can talk you through all your options and help you decide if an inverter split system is the best solution for your home and air conditioning needs.
