What is the channel conditioner and how it works

Thinking about installing a modern split system in their home or apartment, people often wonder how the channel split system functions?The principle of operation of the channel conditioner based on the transfer and filtration of air masses using an air mine system. The difference from the conventional air conditioner is that this equipment is mounted in the duct system. In this connection, it is necessary to plan the installation of channel equipment. under construction or overhaul.

Elements of construction

Before we delve into the subtleties of work, it is necessary to understand what this system is, because many simply do not know what a channel type air conditioner is. Channel conditioner - a special split system,which ensures the maintenance of the required temperature in rooms of medium and large size. It consists of 2 main blocks:

• internal;
• external.

The outdoor unit is equipped with a compressor, a fan and a condenser heat exchanger. The internal one includes an evaporator heat exchanger, a fan with an electric motor, a volute diffuser, a liquid collection pan, an air chamber and nozzles for communications. In addition to these two blocks, air ducts and grilles should be included in the system, but they are already selected individually for each room.

Principle of operation

Outdoor unit ensures the intake of outdoor air and its further transportation through the duct system. After cooling or heating, air masses using powerful fan distributed through pipes. Thanks to its device, such a system can maintain the specified parameters of the microclimate in a fairly large room.

There are three modes of functioning of the channel conditioner: preheating of air masses, their cooling and ventilation. The last mode of operation is possible when the air temperature outside is more than -5 degrees.

Channel split-system is often used in stores of medium and small size. If the installation will be made by competent specialists, the noise level from the use of such equipment will be insignificant. In addition to the above, the channel system performs air purification in several stages, thanks to an extensive duct network.

Separately, it is worth noting air conditioners that work based on water heating. Since such a system is an order of magnitude more expensive, it is not so popular on the modern market. Regardless of the device, the equipment of the channel type can provide high-quality ventilation of the air in several rooms.

Classification

Channel conditioners are divided into the following types:

• with low pressure force;
• with average pressure force;
• with high pressure force.

Main purpose low pressure systems - provision of air conditioning in a short air mine system. Very often, such devices are used for their work false-mezzanine.

Medium pressure conditioners designed to work in apartments, houses and shops of small and medium size.Due to the optimal ratio of pressure force and length of the duct, such equipment can provide air filtration in several rooms at the same time.

Models from the last category - high pressure - set on large industrial and commercial sites. High power equipment allows you to work in a large, branched system of air mines.

The power of channel conditioners varies from 2 to 25 kilowatts.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of such equipment include:

• high performance;
• the ability to install multiple evaporative units;
• reliability;
• the ability to maintain the temperature in several rooms.

Thanks to the installation of powerful blocks, ducted air conditioners can provide the set temperature parameters even over a large area. Installation additional evaporator units and connecting them to one central compressor will allow you to save money, if you need to include other premises.

In addition to the positive qualities, such equipment has its drawbacks:

• high price;
• high demands on design;
• installation difficulty;
• high noise level at the wrong location.

The equipment of channel type can cost a round sum. Moreover, the greater the number of blocks, and the longer the mine - the more expensive. Such costs are paid off only with constant use of equipment in several rooms at the same time.

The installation process cannot be done without the assistance of qualified professionals. Due to the arrangement of channel type air conditioners, the layout of the air ducts must be thought out in advance, taking into account all the parameters of the equipment.

Basic installation steps

The installation process of the channel conditioner can be divided into several stages.

1. Installing an outdoor unit. It must be placed on the outside of the building with the help of brackets or a special stand.
2. Laying power and routes for the supply of freon. If the duct system is not yet installed, it is installed. Then, experts begin to lay routes for the supply of freon and the installation of a power supply network. This part is the most responsible in terms of the future functionality of the equipment.
3. Providing heat and waterproofing of the entire system. It is equally important to ensure good insulation of the route from the duct. The accumulated condensate adversely affects the material used in the manufacture of air mines, which leads to rapid deterioration of equipment.