Multi Split Air Conditioners
If you are looking for an effective and efficient way to cool multiple rooms in your home, but don't want to invest in a central air conditioner system, a split air conditioner may be the ideal solution. More energy efficient than central air systems, and more effective than window units or portable cooling systems, multi split air conditioners offer the convenience of individual room temperature control without the cost of installing and operating a central air system.
What Are Multi Split Air Conditioners?
A multi split air conditioner works in a similar capacity to a central air system, relying on an external air condenser to super cool the air from outside and force it indoors.
Where the condenser would traditionally push the air to one central air handler for distribution throughout the entire house, a split system routes the air to several smaller air handler units, each installed in a separate room of the house. Each handler unit is equipped with its own thermostat, which controls the room's temperature. The energy efficiency of a split unit is derived from the fact that the individual thermostat controls allow each room to be cooled separately. Central air systems remain running until the entire house has been cooled. If not all of the rooms are being utilized, there is no real point of running the central air system the additional time it takes to reduce the temperature in those rooms.
Are There Downsides To A Multi Split Air System?
The initial downside to a multi split air system is slightly higher in price than a central air system. Since they do not require the installation of ductwork, however, the installation costs are slightly lower. While a central air unit will cool an entire house, split systems only allow up to four internal air handlers to be run off one external condenser. Multiple condensers can be installed to run additional air handlers, however, this will increase the cost even further. Since the air handler in a central system is typically housed in a closet, or some other out of the way location, the noise levels it create tend to be muffled. The individual air handlers on a multi split system are installed in each room, potentially increasing the audible noise levels produced. The smaller units can be installed in closets, however, to hep reduce the noise somewhat. Overall, the multi split systems offer enough energy savings an conveniences that more than make up for the increased initial costs and slightly increased noise levels.
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April 2nd, 2010 - 16:50
Yes, there are many benefits having a ductless air conditioner or mini split system. However, if you bought a house and you buy ductless ac over central units. That is a disadvantage and just plainly wasting money.
Central unit adds a lot value to a home, especially in place of warmer climates. For those, who live in an apartment or rental house, it’s ok to have ductless unit. Since, it’s not their house and there is not value in adding it.
If you own a house and it’s doesn’t have central units. It’s best that you save money for central air system. Nowadays, a house without central air units is not accepting.
If you live in cold climate and in the country side it spending money on ductless heat pump is good ideas.