Types of Air Conditioners

Types of Air Conditioners to Consider in Kenya

#1. Portable Air Conditioners

Portable air conditioners resemble window air conditioners in that they consist of a single unit containing all necessary components. However, the key distinction is that portable air conditioners are free-standing, allowing for easy relocation between rooms.  Secondly, They only need a power outlet for operation and a window for venting the exhaust air through a provided funnel.

#2. Floor-Mounted Air Conditioner

Floor-mounted air conditioners  in Kenya, offer a practical solution for those who favor mini-split systems but do not have sufficient space for a wall-mounted option. Equaly the indoor component of a floor-mounted AC sits directly on the floor, while the outdoor unit can be installed with minimal site preparation and no need for ductwork.

#3. Window Air Conditioners

A window air conditioning unit is a self-contained system that houses all its components within a single enclosure. infact, It expels heat through the exterior side while delivering cool air into the interior space.

True to its name, this type of air conditioner solution in Kenya, is typically mounted in a window or installed by creating an opening in the wall.

#4. Central Air Conditioning

A central air-conditioning system represents the most substantial and costly category of traditional air conditioning units. Secondly, this system comprises two main components: the condensing unit and the evaporative unit, which are linked by refrigerant lines.

Additionally, the condensing unit is a sizable, rectangular outdoor device that houses the compressor, condensing coils, and condensing fan.

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#5. Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioners

The split system, often referred to as ductless or “mini-split,” divides the air-conditioning system into two components, or terminal units. The outdoor condensing unit houses the compressor, condenser, and condenser fan. Secondly, the indoor evaporative unit is responsible for cooling and distributing the air.

#6. Wall Mounted Air Conditioner

Wall Mountend Air Conditioners in Kenya, are units are custom-engineered. They do not come with interconnecting quick connection pipes for the air conditioner.

This indicates that the installation of both the wall unit and the external condenser is tailored specifically to the building. While the installation costs for these air conditioners can be high, the advantage lies in the precise and tidy installation that enhances the building’s overall aesthetic, ultimately increasing its resale value.

#7. Cassette Air Conditioner

The ceiling cassette air conditioner is primarily utilized in office environments featuring suspended ceilings. Often referred to as a cartridge air conditioner, this unit is designed to fit within one or two ceiling tile spaces.

Most of the air conditioning unit remains concealed above the ceiling line, with only the decorative lower panel, central inlet grille, and four edge outlet louvers visible.

One of the key benefits of these systems is their aesthetic appeal. Additionally, their ability of a centrally located unit to provide enhanced cooling and heating capacity over a larger area by distributing air in four directions.

Generally, a single ceiling cassette air conditioner can perform the same function as three or four wall-mounted units.

#8.Smart Air Conditioner

A smart air conditioner can be any combination of these cooling systems addressed in this list. Whether a portable, window, or central air conditioner, a smart AC system will have added features, such as more effective cooling, quiet operation, and the ability to utilize voice commands through Alexa and Google.

In Conclusion

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