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Ductected Air Conditioning
What is Ducted Air Conditioning ?
In our sub-tropical Brisbane climate, ducted air conditioning is increasingly considered as an essential component to maintain a comfortable living environment. The basic principle of ducted air conditioning is to circulate cooled air in a room(s), through the absorption of heat in one internal place and then subsequent heat release in an external place.
The standard split system air conditioning process requires an indoor air handling unit and an outdoor compressor unit, which are connected via copper piping through which flows refrigerant. It is the refrigerant that allows the heat to be moved from the indoor unit to the outdoor unit for release.
It is fair to say that air conditioning technology has moved a long way in a short period of time. Therefore, choosing the right type and size of air conditioning system for your home is a very important decision, as it directly impacts the comfort level for the whole family, plus can also add much re-sale value to your property.
At Brisbane Air, we have been working in the residential air conditioning industry in Brisbane since 1982, and therefore we have vast experience in advising customers on the selection and installation of the air conditioning system that best suits your needs and budget.
Whether you’re building a new home or need an air conditioner for your existing home, we have solutions that fit your requirements.
How Ducted Air Conditioning Works.
While most people think of air conditioning as the unit that sits outside, this is only one component of ducted air conditioning. There is also another unit which is housed within the roof. This roof unit is the indoor air handling unit, while the unit outside is the compressor/ condenser unit. Together these units are the engine of ducted air conditioning, but without all the other components working properly the benefits will never be felt.
The air is pumped through a system of pipes, called ducts, which are located in the roof space. These ducts are usually silver to reflect heat better, which helps keep the air inside remain cool as it moves. Often a steel coil inside the duct will add strength, and extra insulation will help with energy efficiency.
The energy efficiency of ducted air conditioners is greatly aided by ‘zoning’, which is the dividing of space into different areas. This allows the system to work more effectively, with a ‘dump zone’ or ‘constant area’ normally used, to ensure that the whole system is never fully closed. If the system did close completely there could be a build-up of air pressure within the ducting which could cause damage.
Rooms or areas are zoned individually, which means that you control the airflow into each zone. Again, this adds to energy efficiency, and full benefits are truly felt when you also take a few energy saving precautions, such as keeping doors and windows closed.
Air regulators (or dampers) control the air being circulated into each zone, with air entering via a diffuser. There are different designs of diffusers, but all do the same job as a vent to allow air into the required space. The dampers open and close to allow the treated air to enter the room, and when a zone is switched off the damper closes completely.
Air is returned to the system through return air grilles. Like diffusers, there are different designs of grilles to suit all visual tastes. These important pieces of the jigsaw also house air filters which help to purify the air as it circulates. Some more advanced diffusers have an LED light that alerts the user when the enclosed filter needs cleaning: dirty grilles and filters directly impact the efficiency of ducted air conditioning, so it is important to ensure that all filters are cleaned regularly.
In a nutshell, that is all there is to ducted air conditioners: an indoor unit and outdoor unit working to pump air through the home or office, with each designated air conditioned zone supplied with air carried by ducts and dispersed through diffusers and regulated by dampers.
Things To Consider For
Ducted Air Conditioning Installation
The most crucial factor that we need to consider when sizing your ducted air conditioner is how you would like to use it! For example, the way a young couple will use their system will vary significantly to the way a large family uses theirs! Overall, our goal is to make sure that you receive the perfect system to suit your lifestyle and budget keeping energy efficiency top of mind.
Design It Your Way
Different Styles of Ducted Air Conditioning
Ducted Air Conditioning FAQ's
Choosing the right air conditioner can be stressful and costly if you do not make the right choice. Here are some FAQ's that can help.
However, ducted aircon can be more cost-effective to run. New ducted air conditioning systems usually divide the house up into zones and this is cheaper to run than the old standard ducted systems. ... The split system units, however, are more affordable and easier to install as compared to a ducted system.
Therefore, you can assume the unit is only cooling intermittently at an average capacity of around 6kW. Assuming a modest usage of around 80 hours per quarter, the system uses 480kW of electricity a quarter.
When looking for the best ducted system air conditioner within Australia, Daikin offers some of the best models. Each ducted system has advanced technology built into it while being energy efficient. The ducted units are also designed to last while providing excellent temperature control.
Picking The Right Air Conditoning Brand
Smarter Air can supply most brands of air conditioners – we are not tied to any specific brand. Our recommendation for the best ducted air conditioning systems would be Panasonic, who are the global leader in manufacturing high quality inverter technology air conditioning solutions for homes and businesses offering unsurpassed energy efficiency.
In the unlikely event that your air conditioner gives up the ghost during a summer heatwave, Panasonic is second to none in the after-sales service and warranty departments. We have personally found their after-sales service and warranty turnaround times to be the best in the industry. And the best part? All Panasonic air conditioners that are installed in residential homes come with a 5-year parts and labour warranty!
What size air cond do I need?
When it comes to picking the right air conditioner for your home you want to ensure you are buying a trusted and quality brand that will deliver quality air conditioning to help keep you comfortable during the heat and cool.
Although there are an array of tools and websites, the best and only decision should be with an air conditioning specialist.
Contact us today and we will make sure you make the right choice not only for your home but also your budget.
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Air Elite Group are the Air Conditioning specialists for all your residential and commercial ducted air conditioning, services, repairs, supply, and installation servicing Brisbane and all surrounding suburbs.