expiredRed_Liz | Staff posted Mar 11, 2025 01:10 PM
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expiredRed_Liz | Staff posted Mar 11, 2025 01:10 PM
12,000-BTU 110V Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner w/ 20 SEER2 $390, 12,000-BTU 220V w/ 17 SEER2 $382.50 & More + Free Shipping
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TBH from what I've seen in appliance circuitry it just complicates the design, adding extra wires, rectifiers/diodes, and transformers. 240v is really only needed if you have higher power devices, to avoid having excessive current draw (and thus requiring larger diameter wiring). It may not even use a 240v motor, but possibly runs the condenser on one 120v leg and the evap on the other 120v.
TBH from what I've seen in appliance circuitry it just complicates the design, adding extra wires, rectifiers/diodes, and transformers. 240v is really only needed if you have higher power devices, to avoid having excessive current draw (and thus requiring larger diameter wiring). It may not even use a 240v motor, but possibly runs the condenser on one 120v leg and the evap on the other 120v.
It can't run condenser on one leg and evap on the other as there is no neutral wire going in. Only 2 phases and ground wire.
We've have ducts checked (there seems to be something broken or missing between floors that directly effects the room) but it cannot be reached without chopping up wood floors and ceilings in the kitchen. We had insulation redone in attic to modern levels, there is a good exhaust fan in roof above. In recent years we have purchased a window unit to keep it cool enough for my kid. When we have asked for estimates, it sounds like it would cost thousands more to tear in and fix and repair.
We use the window unit.
It is loud as hell and uses plenty of electric.
I feel like running new electric to the room and one of these would be cheaper except for the usage electric.Would one of these be more effective, quieter and be more efficient?
We've have ducts checked (there seems to be something broken or missing between floors that directly effects the room) but it cannot be reached without chopping up wood floors and ceilings in the kitchen. We had insulation redone in attic to modern levels, there is a good exhaust fan in roof above. In recent years we have purchased a window unit to keep it cool enough for my kid. When we have asked for estimates, it sounds like it would cost thousands more to tear in and fix and repair.
We use the window unit.
It is loud as hell and uses plenty of electric.
I feel like running new electric to the room and one of these would be cheaper except for the usage electric.Would one of these be more effective, quieter and be more efficient?
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The Midea inverter U-shape units are good, and much quieter than a non-inverter style. But if you can install a mini-split in your location (especially if you can DIY the install) I can't recommend mini-splits highly enough.
BTW, this Yitahome is the same as the Autel and most of these are made by the same few Chinese company that make them all. There's the typical oddities with Chinglish instructions and labeling in the app and remote, but the unit itself works well for both heating and cooling.
Be sure and check that the length of the refrigerant lines will work for your installation as the unit only comes with enough refrigerant for that length line set.
Our unit has more than paid for itself by reducing the use of our whole house heat pump during peak TOU $$ periods.
Good luck.
Just purchased another one for my rental property @ 1300 sq ft.
Manufacturer is AUX. I believe they also make MR Cool systems and others.
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