Split-ductless Cooling and Heating Systems Save Energy, Space and Money

Sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric

Looking for an energy-efficient, inconspicuous and space-saving cooling and heating solution? Then consider a split-ductless system. Also known as multi-split, split-zoning and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) zoning, split-ductless cooling and heating systems have been popular in Europe and Asia for decades and are quickly gaining ground in the U.S. because of their many benefits to homeowners.

Split-ductless Benefits

• Unlike traditional central ducted systems, split-ductless systems do not push air through long ductwork. Instead, an indoor fan coil or "blower" inside the room is connected to an outdoor unit by small refrigerant pipes and electrical wiring. The outdoor unit contains an efficient compressor that automatically adjusts its performance to provide the exact amount of energy the indoor unit requires to cool or heat a room or a whole house.
• Because there is no ductwork, a split-ductless system is perfect for renovation of a home that does not have central air conditioning. It can cost-effectively provide cooling and heating to the whole house or rooms where installing a conventional ducted system would be costly or not possible, including sunrooms, attics and additions.
• The outdoor units take up minimal space, so they easily fit onto balconies and on small lots.
• The discreet interior units are inconspicuous, hanging on the wall, standing on the floor or mounted flush with the ceiling.
• The systems are extremely quiet; no hum is produced by the outside or inside units.
• Many have allergen filters to boost indoor air quality.
• Split-ductless systems are over 30 percent more energy efficient than window units and central systems, which are noisy, block views and need to be covered or removed during cold weather months.
• Systems are controlled by wireless wall-mounted or hand-held controllers.

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The leading manufacturer of split-ductless systems, Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating (Mitsubishi Electric) was the first manufacturer to introduce split-ductless to the U.S. market more than 30 years ago. Mitsubishi Electric offers several configurations of split-ductless systems to suit a variety of large and small living spaces and homeowner preferences. For more information about these products, visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com.