How to choose the right air conditioner for an apartment according to its characteristics? – Setafi

If you are wondering how to choose an air conditioner for an apartment, read below about split systems, what to look for when choosing an air conditioner and the best manufacturers of climate equipment.

Standard models of air conditioners are losing their popularity, and split systems are coming to replace them. They consist of two blocks: internal and external. Because of this, the device makes less noise. The main advantages of this design are ease of use, efficiency and reasonable price, so most users prefer them to monoblock air conditioners.

There are two types of split systems:

1. single
2. multi.

The first is standard: two blocks, one is located inside the room, the other is outside. So the noisiest elements of the device are on the street. They are connected using copper tubes for supplying freon and wires.

The second is a connection of several indoor units with one outdoor unit. The latter is larger than that of single split systems. Blocks from the room may differ in the type of installation and power. In total, up to 7 devices can be installed to the main part. Multi split systems take up less space than the same number of single split systems.

When choosing an air conditioner, remember that they do not ventilate the room - they are used for cooling / heating air from the room itself, so the quality of the device depends on how airtight it is room.

The ventilation function is available only in some models of split systems.

Modern split systems are equipped with more functions than monoblock devices. These include:

• ventilation. Models distribute warm air that has accumulated under the ceiling throughout the house.
• Air purification. Before being used for cooling, the air passes through a filtration system. Primary filters remove coarse dirt - dust, wool, hair, skin particles and more. During secondary purification, the air is cleaned of smoke, odors, pollen. Additionally, some manufacturers equip their devices with carbon and HEPA filters. They capture the smallest dirt, dust nanoparticles, as well as allergens.
• Air drying. Waterlogged air will be dried. The humidity will decrease.
• Ionization. The air will be saturated with anions.
• Moisturizing. The reverse function of dehumidification - humidity will increase.
• Targeted flow. You can adjust where the air will be supplied (up / down).
• Automatic operation. Special sensors read the air temperature, its humidity and pollution. Thanks to them, the system itself determines what and with what intensity to do it.

It is recommended to pay special attention when choosing an air conditioner, especially if you have children. Devices from the middle / budget segment are equipped with minimal protective functions. The higher the class of the device, the better its protection system, the more protective functions it has and the more reliably they are performed. The main advantages of high classes are freon control functions, filter status and "Restart". The latter means that in case of a sudden power outage, the air conditioner will remember all the settings and which mode was selected. After the power is restored, they will recover. There is also a current diagnostic that indicates which elements are out of order; and automatic defrosting (the device will not freeze during operation at near zero temperature).

The best manufacturers of air conditioners. There are premium and middle class units, as well as budget models.

The main manufacturers of premium air conditioners in the CIS market are Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric.

Daikin's air conditioning units are recognized as the best in the world for their comfort of use. The company's products are manufactured in Czech, Turkish and German factories. It differs from competitors in economy, comfort, simple operation, a large list of functions and adaptability to domestic and industrial needs.

Stylish split systems from Mitsubishi are made in Thailand. They have a good design, high build quality and great functionality. Suitable for use in both domestic and industrial premises. Mitsubishi air conditioners choose the most optimal operating parameters, receiving information from sensors and the user's wishes.

Middle class:

1. Gree - manufacturer of middle-class air conditioners, famous for its reliability, uninterrupted operation, ease of use and reasonable cost. Almost all of the company's products are additionally equipped with air heating elements, a filtration system (they clean coarse dirt, dust, fungus and allergens) and a current diagnostic function.
2. Cooper&Hunter - a kind of Daikin from the middle segment. The company cooperates with the mentioned Daikin brand, therefore, it uses its technologies and components for the production of inexpensive middle-class equipment. However, this does not make it any less quality.

Manufacturers of budget models:

1. Kentatsu - this is a climate technology with high performance, simple inverter control, economy, the possibility of heating and ventilating the air. Operates at temperatures down to -15 degrees Celsius. Of the shortcomings - the build quality. Of the pluses is that the brand has many service centers in all CIS countries.
2. Midea - a wide range and affordable price, the most popular budget air conditioners. Silent devices supply air in two directions at once. Additionally equipped with a "Turbo" mode, a filtering system and self-diagnosis.