The air source heat pump has recently become more and more popular. The economic crisis and limited resources mean that many people are looking for alternative heating. A heat pump extracts energy from the air and is therefore an ecological option that reduces CO2 emissions and saves energy costs. We present the system by Daikin, which offers complete solutions for heating and hot water.
How an air source heat pump system works
The air source heat pump is an effective solution that heats the whole house and produces hot water. A heat pump can extract energy from the outside air, or work with solar energy. In this case, solar collectors use solar energy and further reduce energy costs. Altherma can generate between 3kW and 5kW of heat for 1kW of electricity consumption. As a result, harmful CO2 emissions are reduced by over 57% compared to oil heating systems and more than 28% compared to gas heating. Daikin can completely control the climate of your home; different versions are available that combine heating, cooling and ventilation.
Air source heat pump – overview of variants
There are three types of heating systems with heat pumps.
The first possibility is the low-temperature air source heat pump, which is combined with an external unit. This system is extremely weather-resistant and can withstand cold winters without problems. A quiet indoor unit heats the water for the household. This system is suitable for new buildings or buildings with good insulation, and can both heat and cool. Radiators, convectors or different floor systems can be used, depending on personal preference.
The second variant is a monobloc system that consists of an outdoor unit. The outdoor unit is connected to the indoor water pipes through a water collector. Here too, cooling, heating and hot water production are possible.
The third solution consists of an outdoor unit that can be connected to several air conditioners. This system allows the temperature in each room to be controlled individually. A wide range of floor and wall units provides practical solutions for every room.
Hot water for domestic use
One of the biggest advantages of the air source heat pump is that it can provide hot water up to 75C for household needs. Simple installation can reduce maintenance costs by up to 33% compared to gas heating.
Air source heat pump compared to GSHP
Compared to other heat pumps, the air source heat pump has a clear advantage: it is an environmentally friendly solution. The heating system has three parts: the outdoor unit, the indoor unit and the boiler / on the photo above /. The simple installation of these elements and the low maintenance costs are a plus.
Lincoln Matheson
Peter Dark
Anna Lohan
