{"id":15725,"date":"2023-06-28T13:00:46","date_gmt":"2023-06-28T05:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aircondlounge.com\/?p=15725"},"modified":"2024-04-18T18:37:23","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T10:37:23","slug":"mini-split-specifications-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aircondlounge.com\/mini-split-specifications-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Mini Split Specifications Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Mini splits are fairly complicated engineering products. Their specifications can be difficult to understand for non-technical people. So, this post explains the detail and meaning behind mini split specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The important specifications to compare when buying a mini split are the capacity, efficiency and operating range. Others such as electrical voltage and piping connections are also important for the installation. Choosing the right-specs mini split ensures your heating and cooling needs can be met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While most mini split specifications are straightforward, some of them need further explanations for people who are researching and comparing mini splits across different brands<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n The specifications of a mini split start with the model number. Every mini split has a model number for the indoor unit and the outdoor unit. For example, MSZ-FS06NA is the indoor unit model number and MUZ-FS06NAH is the outdoor unit model number of a Mitsubishi mini split.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes, mini splits have a system model number. For instance, LA090HYV3 is the system model number of an LG mini split where the indoor model number is LAN090HYV3 and the outdoor model number. is LAU090HYV3.<\/p>\n\n\n The model number of a mini split is very important for identification. As the version of the mini split changes, the model number will be revised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mini split model numbers can also be used to identify the rated cooling capacity. The numerical figures in a model number is corresponding to a rated cooling capacity. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, not all mini splits follow the same model number structure. Refer to the capacity section for the actual rated cooling capacity of the mini split.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The capacity of a mini split heat pump is separated into cooling capacity and heating capacity. For cooling-only mini splits (known as mini split air conditioners), the heating capacity is empty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The cooling capacity and the heating capacity of a mini split are expressed in British Thermal Unit per hour (BTU\/H). They are “rated” based on the AHRI test conditions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The capacity range states the minimum cooling\/heating capacity and the maximum cooling\/heating capacity where the mini split can operate. For example, a 6,000 BTU\/H mini split has a cooling capacity range of between 1,700 BTU\/H and 9,000 BTU\/H. If the operating conditions are in favor compared to the rated conditions (AHRI test conditions), the mini split capacity increases and vice versa.<\/p>\n\n\nModel Number<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Indoor Unit Model Number<\/th> Rated Cooling Capacity<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> MSZ-FS06<\/strong>NA<\/td> 6,000 BTU<\/td><\/tr> MSZ-FS09<\/strong>NA<\/td> 9,000 BTU<\/td><\/tr> MSZ-FS12<\/strong>NA<\/td> 12,000 BTU<\/td><\/tr> MSZ-FS15<\/strong>NA<\/td> 15,000 BTU<\/td><\/tr> MSZ-FS18<\/strong>NA<\/td> 18,000 BTU<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n