Airconditioner sytems can be
complicated. Do you know the different types?
Window Aircon
Window Aircon is an
airconditioner system that has all the parts in one encasement. Means the
following are all contained within the unit: compressor, condenser, expansion
valve or coil, evaporator and cooling coil.
This is one of the first
generation of airconditioners to hit Singapore market. Thus in the older HDB
flats, a wall opening was created on purpose so residents can put it up if they
wanted to.
Portable Aircon
This is like the window
airconditioner system where all parts are inside a box, except that this is a
movable box that sits on the ground.
Principle of airconditioning
still applies, thus one will need to remove the hot air produced out of the
room (via window). The advantage of this is that it is portable, the
downside is that it is much louder than the Window airconditioner.
Split Aircon
Split Aircon is the latest model
that is purchased by most in Singapore. There is a indoor (unit fixed on the
wall) and outdoor unit (compressor) which involves ducting and pipework around
the apartment.
Main advantage of Split Aircon is
that it is quieter, and looks much presentable than the above 2 kinds. Though
it is also much more costly, and it takes up much more work to relocate
it after installation.
Thus one must consider many
factors when buying a airconditioner system – cost, location, no of units,
sustainability etc.
Cheers!
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