Ductless mini-splits, ducted A/C and Heat Pump systems

Mini split-system air conditioners (mini-splits) and their heat pump cousins can be installed in residential, commercial, and institutional building applications.

Since they are ductless, they are a good choice for room additions, garages and small apartments, where extending or installing HVAC ductwork is not possible or too expensive. Like central systems, mini splits have two main components: an outdoor compressor/condenser, and an indoor air-handling unit. A conduit (typically 3 to 5 inches) links the indoor and outdoor units and houses the power cable, refrigerant tubing and a condensate drain.

Why a mini-split?

Installation cost.  There is no ductwork to install so the entire installation process can be accomplished in less than a day.  In fact, if power is readily available the installation can be less than half a day.

Precise temperature control.  Mini-splits can be single zone or multiple zone units.  Single zone means there is 1 outdoor condenser and 1 indoor air handler.  On multi-zone units there is still 1 outdoor condenser but multiple indoor air handlers.  Either way, each indoor air handler gets its own thermostat so each zone can be controlled independently for perfect comfort.

Efficiency.  Since there is no ductwork, you do not have the losses associated with leaky or poorly insulated ducts.

Why a traditional ducted A/C unit?

For replacement applications with a ducted furnace and a remote outdoor condenser the most economical choice is to re-use the existing ducting system and install an efficient inverter heat pump.  This ducted setup also gives the opportunity to install air filtration.

The MRCOOL® Universal® Series, with a DC inverter compressor, offer dynamic heating and cooling performance in a slim design. Their condenser is capable of delivering 100% heating capacity down to -5°F on 2-ton models and 14°F on 4-ton models. For even colder climates they offer the Hyper Heat line.

Mini-Split and A/C Products

Mini-Splits

Mini-split A/C, PTACs and heat pump units. Outdoor condenser units and indoor wall or ceiling mounted air handlers.

Heat Pumps

Heat Pumps and A/C systems. Minisplits or indoor furnace and outdoor condenser.