Split system air conditioners consist if one unit inside the house and another one outside. Split system air conditioners are energy efficient, more powerful, and much quieter than window, wall, and portable air conditioners. Multiple AC units come in two types: single and multi-split systems.
Multi-Split air conditioning systems have one unit outside the building, usually mounted to the wall and connected to a multi-split system that allows up to five or more indoor units to operate in different areas in the house. They are suitable for both residential and commercial use. If you need more than one area in your home to have air conditioning but don’t have the necessary room to install a ducted air conditioning unit, a multi-split system is a great solution.
The Benefits of Multi-Split Air Conditioning Systems
– Flexibility and convenience
A multi-split system offers unsurpassed convenience and flexibility that allows you to choose the ideal indoor unit for each room in the house. For example, you can choose to install a high-capacity unit for a larger area like the living room and smaller ones for bedrooms. They are all powered by one outside unit but allows you to control the indoor environment and temperature of each individual room separately. The option to heat or cool different individual areas gives you the ability to optimize the overall comfort of your living space. Most multi-split air conditioning units allow up to 5 separate indoor outlets to be operated by a single compressor situated outside the home.
– Energy Efficient
The ability to heat or cool individual areas combined with energy-saving settings helps to reduce the power needed for running costs. The option of choosing the right indoor unit for the requirements of each individual room avoids wasting unnecessary power. However, the wrong sized unit may result in energy wastage if the unit is not big enough to cool the air properly. On the other hand, if the unit size is too big for a smaller room, it can also use more energy than required every time it is switched on. Choosing the most energy-efficient inside air units will produce maximum savings on your power bill.
A multi-split air conditioning system is much more affordable to install than a ducted air conditioning system and the service, repair, and maintenance required is also lower.
– Flexibility
Extra indoor air conditioning outlets can always be added on later if needed which gives you the option of starting off with just a couple.
Important Things to Consider when installing a Multi-Split System
– A multi-split air conditioning system should always be installed by a professional air conditioning company. All licensed air conditioning technicians are qualified to safely work with special refrigerant gas used by all air conditioners that have been proven to have a detrimental effect on the ozone layer.
– The outdoor compressor unit should ideally be placed in a position where it is shaded from direct sunlight and as close to indoor units as possible. It should be placed on a firm concrete slab attached to the wall with sturdy brackets.
Before installing multiple AC units you should consult an expert who can guide you regarding the right combination of indoor units with the most energy efficiency for your home.