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re: Mini Split Ductless AC...Anyone have any experience with these systems?
Posted on 8/12/14 at 11:01 am to tigeraddict
Posted on 8/12/14 at 11:01 am to tigeraddict
Why would anyone use traditional duct work instead of this even in new homes? Cost for multiple units?
Posted on 8/12/14 at 11:14 am to uway
I just installed one in my bedroom. I drilled a 3" hole in the wall for the copper lines, drain tube, and wiring, then I mounted the bracket and hung the blower. I ran a dedicated 20amp 110vac circuit to the compressor unit that sits outside. I had a local HVAC company come out and connect the tubing (I didn't want to be responsible for putting a kink in the tubing). They pressure tested, vacuumed the line set, and released the precharged refrigerant. Works great, it gets cold in the bedroom now. It's also way quieter than a window unit. BTW, it's a 9000 btu unit with a heat pump. Hope this helps.
Posted on 8/12/14 at 11:15 am to uway
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Why would anyone use traditional duct work instead of this even in new homes?
I'd much rather have just a vent in a room than that big evap unit. Although, for "not a new" house, I can see where they'd be ideal. But wouldn't you have a big, insulated freon line running up the side of your house? I guess you get colored foam insulation to match your house.
Posted on 8/12/14 at 11:22 am to uway
Well for one you'll have one of these units visible in most rooms of the home.
Posted on 8/12/14 at 11:29 am to uway
quote:exactly. Multiple evaporators are going to cost much more than a single one. I'm also guessing a single large unit will be more efficient.
Why would anyone use traditional duct work instead of this even in new homes? Cost for multiple units?
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