Today’s air conditioners are more advanced than ever before. Here, we take a deeper look at ductless inverter technology, how it works, ways it can benefit you, and how Cape Cod Heat Pumps can help you get affordable, energy-efficient cooling for your home or business.
How Does an Inverter-Driven Compressor Work?
Air conditioners work by compressing liquid refrigerant that flows through your system. This increases its pressure and temperature, which turns it into a gas. When this passes through your evaporator and condenser coils, heat from inside your home is absorbed and carried outside where it can be released.
While a traditional fixed-speed compressor turns your system on and off to maintain your desired temperature, inverter-driven compressors vary their speed according to the cooling needs of your space. By continually adjusting the rate of refrigerant compression, inverter technology gives users more control over their interior comfort.
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Benefits of Inverter-Driven Ductless
Reduced Energy Costs
Because an inverter-driven compressor only changes its speed based on your cooling demands instead of shutting the whole system off, this keeps your electric bills low. It doesn’t take nearly as much energy to make small adjustments than it does to fire your entire system back up when your space gets too warm.
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Consistent Temps
Variable-speed fans do more than just save money. They also help keep you more comfortable by maintaining consistent temperatures. When you have a fixed-speed compressor, the temperature in your space has to rise before it will trigger your air conditioner to turn back on.
This creates a “rollercoaster” that makes it hard to get comfortable. But with an inverter-driven compressor, the temperature is unlikely to venture very far from where you originally set it.
Extended Equipment Life
When a traditional compressor turns a system on and off, this abrupt change in refrigerant flow can be hard on your equipment and decrease its overall lifespan. Even with routine maintenance, fixed-speed compressors almost never last as long as their inverter-driven cousins.
Residential and Commercial Applications
Inverter-driven air conditioners are well-suited to both residential and commercial needs. These units can be easily installed in old homes, attics or basements, in warehouses, retail stores, data centers, and more.
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Top Applications for Ductless Air Conditioning
Ultra-Quiet Operation
A top feature of mini-split air conditioners is their quiet operation. Unlike central HVAC systems that have incredibly loud outdoor condensers, ductless units barely produce noise above a human whisper. For the record, that’s roughly 20 to 30 decibels.
The best you’re going to get with a central air conditioner is between 50 to 80 decibels, the latter of which is how loud a garbage disposal is at full speed. Some window air conditioners can be even louder.
Great Aesthetics
Both the indoor and outdoor units of a ductless AC are designed to be sleek and compact so they blend in seamlessly with your décor. Their low-profile look sits flush against the wall to provide you with maximum airflow without getting in the way.
Reduced Carbon Footprint
If you’re someone who cares about their contribution to climate change, owning a mini-split can help you reduce your lifetime carbon emissions. Even though this might seem like it’s too small to make a difference, the more people who make the switch to energy-efficient appliances in Massachusetts, the fewer greenhouse gasses will end up in the environment.
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Offers Heating Too
Another great feature that mini-splits have is the ability to heat your space during the winter. Because these units just move heat from point A to point B, all you need to do is reverse which way the heat goes. In the summer, heat from inside your home is captured and pumped outside.
Then when you flip the switch to heating, your ductless unit will capture heat from outdoors and pump it inside your home. This means you don’t have to buy and maintain a separate heating system. With a mini-split, you get everything you need in one easy-to-use package.
Get Superior Cooling with an Inverter-Driven Ductless AC
Are you considering switching to energy-efficient ductless cooling? At Cape Cod Heat Pumps, we offer a wide variety of brands, models, and installation types to fit your unique needs. Call today to schedule your custom quote by dialing 508-833-4822 or fill out our contact form here.
