With the progress of the times and the accelerated pace of modern life, more and more people choose to stay at home, and their requirements for the home environment are constantly increasing. Central air conditioning is gradually becoming the new favorite of the public due to its excellent comfort.
Central air conditioning, as a device that can significantly improve home comfort, is increasingly favored by people in modern life. However, facing the dazzling array of central air conditioning products on the market, many consumers are inevitably confused when choosing. Among them, duct ACs and VRFs are two common types of home central air conditioning, each with different characteristics and application scenarios. So, we will delve into the similarities and differences between these two types of central air conditioning to help you make more informed decisions when choosing.
Different in Style:
Firstly, let's take a look at VRF systems. VRF, also known as "one to many" systems, i.e. one outdoor unit with multiple indoor units. This design not only saves space and resources, but also flexibly meets the cooling or heating needs of different rooms. While Duct ACs, unlike VRFs, adopt a "one to one" configuration, i.e. one outdoor unit with one indoor unit. This design is relatively simple, but lacks flexibility. Next, we will further compare the various characteristics of VRF and duct ACs in detail to help you better understand the differences between these two types of central air conditioners.
Different in Operation:
The VRF system adopts DC frequency conversion technology, while the air duct AC adopts a fixed frequency mode of one to one. VRF not only saves outdoor space, but also reduces power consumption due to its efficient energy-saving characteristics.
Different in Comfort:
In terms of comfort, VRF air conditioners are superior to ducted air conditioners. The duct AC mainly supplies air indoors through connected air ducts, among which the high static pressure air duct fan uses a high static pressure fan. The higher the static pressure of this type of fan, the longer the lift of its air supply, resulting in a longer air supply distance.
Similar in Aesthetics:
In terms of aesthetics, both systems have excellent concealment, and they can usually be cleverly placed in the ceiling, saving space and ensuring the beauty of the decoration. Therefore, in this regard, there is no significant difference between the two systems.
Different in Consumption:
For households with moderate space and mainly requiring cooling in a single space, duct ACs are usually more energy-efficient. However, if the home space is spacious and multiple rooms need to be cooled simultaneously, VRFs can save energy more effectively.
Different in Maintenance Cost:
Due to the "one to one" design of the air duct AC, each position and system is independent, which makes its maintenance cost relatively low in the later stage. In contrast, VRF systems match one outdoor unit with multiple indoor units. If the outdoor unit malfunctions, the entire indoor air conditioning system will be affected, resulting in relatively higher maintenance costs.
How to Choose?
If your family has a spacious layout and a large number of rooms, we recommend choosing a VRF system. This not only saves outdoor installation space, but also beautifies the appearance of the building. For ordinary small-sized or budget limited households, as well as large-area housing with infrequent use of air conditioning, duct ACs are a worthwhile choice to consider.
When making a choice, one should consider their own permanent population, living habits, and the actual situation of the room.
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