How do I work out which air conditioner I need? |
There are many factors to consider, cooling power is measured in BTU's or Watts. As a rough guide, measure the room volume (LxWxH). If in feet, multiply x4 for BTU/hr requirement. If in metres, multiply x40 for Watts requirement. However, when determining a model best suited for your room, remember that each room has its own characteristics, so heat gain should also be considered especially in conservatories.
In a commercial environment, server rooms may need additionally cooling to avoid system crashes due to overheating. |
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What else should I consider when deciding? |
| The largest cause of heat gain to a building is solar gain from the sun. South and West facing windows in particular, number of people, equipment being used, photocopiers, computers etc. |
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What happens if I buy an air conditioner that is too small? |
| When the heat load in the room is greater than the units cooling capacity the air conditioner will only be operating as comfort cooling and will not deal efficiently with your requirements. It is therefore essential that you install the correct equipment so as not to waste your money. |
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Are they easy to install? |
Portables are by far the easiest to install, just plug into a 13amp socket for instant air conditioning. When it comes to fixed systems these must be installed by competent approved personnel otherwise the unit may fail to operate to specifications and more importantly invalidate the warranty. Units will have to be connected to a suitable fused electrical supply by a qualified electrician.
If in any doubt, please contact us for a FREE no obligation site survey when we can discuss the project with you to determine your requirements. |
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How Air Conditioning Works |
| During the Cooling Process the refrigerant (special liquid) flows through the indoor units to take in the excess heat from indoors. It then evaporates into a gas and is passed through narrow tubes to the out side unit. It is here that the heat is released into the atmosphere. Therefore meaning the gas converts to a liquid again and then surges back to the indoor units, where air is being fanned over it and is then released into the room. This cycle is repeated until the desired/predetermined temperature is achieved. |
