How does Ducted Air Conditioning Work?

Air conditioning offers numerous benefits whether it's in your home or workplace. One of its primary benefits is to provide a pleasant and comfortable indoor environment, offering relief from the scorching heat during summer and cosy warmth on chilly winter nights. With the wide range of air conditioning systems available, it can be challenging to choose the perfect system for your needs. 

Each AC system has its own advantages and disadvantages and is unique in its performance. Today we will look at Ducted AC which is typically the preferred temperature control solution for commercial buildings, offices and larger spaces and homes. It's an air conditioning solution that is aesthetically pleasing, versatile, quiet to run and energy efficient, saving you money on your monthly energy bills. When you install a ducted air conditioner you can be confident you have the perfect all-year-round temperature control.

How does it work?

Ducted AC also known as central air conditioning offers the advantage of centralised cooling which allows a consistent and even temperature distribution throughout a building or household. Additionally, Ducted Aircon provides greater control over individual zones or rooms, this is achieved through a network of ducts which allows users to adjust the temperature based on specific needs. An internal fan coil is installed in the roof cavity of your premises and this is treated as the central point, the ducts come from this central point allowing you to cool/heat one or a series of rooms - this process is called zoning. Thermostats are installed throughout your home, which can be positioned on a wall or controlled via remote (or both) allowing the user to decide how each room is to be controlled. 

Operational Mechanisms of Ducted Air Conditioning

1. Air Circulation and Distribution - The central cooling unit cools the air by removing heat and humidity. The cooled air is then pushed through a network of ducts that run throughout the building reaching various rooms or zones.
2. Thermostat control - The thermostat allows users to set the desired temperature for the entire building or different zones separately. This helps in maintaining consistent temperatures according to personal preferences.
3. Air Handling Units (AHUs) - Each duct has an air handling unit that regulates the airflow of cooled air into the room and returns the warm air back to the central unit for re-cooling.
4. Dampers and Vents - Dampers within the ductwork can be adjusted to control the flow of air to different rooms or zones, enabling better temperature control and energy efficiency Vents or grills in each room allow the cooled air to enter and circulate.
5. Return Air Intake - The system includes return air intakes that draw warm air from the rooms back into the ducts, and back to the central unit for re-cooling.
6. Filters and Air Quality Control - Ducted AC systems generally have filters to remove dust, allergens and other particles from the air, improving indoor air quality.

Ducted Air Conditioner Installation

Installing a ducted air conditioning system can be complex at times and it is recommended it be installed by a specialised AC technician. Ducted AC requires adequate ceiling space to have the central unit installed. The ducts are then positioned either in ceilings. Walls or floors depending on ease of access for the technician for installation purposes, most appropriate and personal preference.

Leading Ducted Air Conditioner Brands

• ActronAir
• Daikin
• Fujitsu
• Mitsubishi
• Panasonic
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries ( MHI)
• Temperzone
• Toshiba
• MDV
• Carrier
• Gree

If you require more information about Ducted Air Conditioning, our knowledgeable AC technicians are more than happy to help. Simply call 0401 787 183 or complete our online enquiry form.