Nowadays you get so many different types of air conditioning units it can be difficult to know what kind to buy. This is especially the case if you don't know anything about air conditioning, how it works or what type of unit is going to be the most suitable for your home, office or building.
Common Types of Air conditioner
There are various types of air conditioning systems. The application of a particular type of a system depends upon a number of factors like how large the area is to be cooled, the total heat generated inside the enclosed area, etc. An HVAC designer would consider all the related parameters and suggest the system most suitable for your space.
Window Type Air Conditioner
Window type air conditioner is the most commonly used air conditioner for single room. in this air conditioner all the components, namely the compressor, condenser, expansion valve or coil, evaporator and cooling coil are enclosed in a single box. This unit is fitted in a slot made in the wall of the room, or often a window sill.
Split Type Air Conditioner
The split type air conditioner comprises of two parts: the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. The outdoor unit, fitted outside the room, houses components like the compressor, condenser and expansion valve. The indoor unit comprises the evaporator or cooling coil and the cooling fan. For this unit you don’t have to make any slot in the wall of the room. Further, the present day split units have aesthetic looks and add to the beauty of the room. The split air conditioner can be used to cool one or two rooms.
