Heat Pump Systems |
Systems that fit every need
There are two types of heat pumps commonly used today: The Air-to-air split system and the Through-the-wall system.
Air-to-air split system
This type of heat pump is most often found in townhouses and houses. It consists of an outdoor unit containing a compressor and refrigerant, and an indoor unit (called the air handler) containing a fan which feeds into ductwork and moves heat throughout the home. The thermostat for a split system is generally located on a wall somewhere in the living space of the home, while the air filter is located within the indoor air handler.
Through-the-wall systems
Used most often in apartments and condos, a through-the-wall system is a single self-contained unit and looks very much like a typical window air conditioner. The thermostat for a through-the-wall heat pump is usually located inside the top of the unit, with the air filter at the bottom.
Both through-the-wall and air-to-air systems operate on the same principal; pumping needed heat inside the home in winter, and reversing the process in summer by pumping unwanted heat and humidity outside.
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