{"id":19288,"date":"2024-01-12T16:41:31","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T08:41:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aircondlounge.com\/?p=19288"},"modified":"2024-03-26T12:03:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T04:03:41","slug":"what-is-a-low-ambient-mini-split","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aircondlounge.com\/what-is-a-low-ambient-mini-split\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Low Ambient Mini Split?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Mini splits come in different types and models. Among them, there is a mini split specifically labeled as low ambient. So, what is a low ambient mini split and how does it differ from a regular one?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A low ambient mini split is a type of mini split that can operate at low ambient temperatures. While a regular mini split stops working when the ambient temperature falls below 5\u00b0F, a low ambient mini split can continue to operate down to -13\u00b0F.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n However, not all low ambient mini splits stop working at -13\u00b0F ambient temperature. Some of them are capable of working at even lower ambient temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it may vary depending on the brand, the differences between a low ambient and a regular mini split, in general, are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most low ambient mini splits are capable of operating down to -13\u00b0F of outdoor temperature. A handful of them can stretch to -15\u00b0F and even -25\u00b0F.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Low ambient mini splits are much better at retaining their rated heating capacity as the ambient temperature drops. Generally, they maintain 90-100% of their capacity at 0\u00b0F ambient temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In terms of heating efficiency, low ambient mini splits are slightly higher than regular mini splits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, low ambient mini splits are also slightly heavier and more expensive to purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n People who are looking to use mini splits for heating must pay extra attention to the operating range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All mini splits have their operating range written on their brochure. Usually, it is at the bottom of the specification table. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n As seen from the above photo, the operating range of the mini split is written as room temperature. It is parked under the specifications of the outdoor unit which is the component that is affected by the ambient temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The outdoor unit has two sets of operating ranges. The left one is for cooling which is 5\u00b0F to 122\u00b0F and the right one is for heating which is -13\u00b0F to 86\u00b0F.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What this means is the mini split is capable of operating when the outdoor temperature (or ambient temperature) is between -13\u00b0F and 86\u00b0F. If the outdoor temperature drops below -13\u00b0F, the mini split will either stop working or reduce its performance depending on how it is designed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As for the indoor unit, the operating range for heating is equal to or below 86\u00b0F. This means the mini split cannot work if the indoor temperature (or room temperature) is above 86\u00b0F.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLow Ambient Mini Split vs Regular Mini Split<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
COMPARING DIFFERENCES<\/em><\/th> Low Ambient Mini Split<\/th> Regular Mini Split<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Lowest Operating Temperature<\/strong><\/td> -13\u00b0F<\/td> 5\u00b0F<\/td><\/tr> Heating Capacity Drop<\/strong><\/td> 0-10%<\/td> 50-60%<\/td><\/tr> Efficiency<\/strong><\/td> 10% higher<\/td> Normal<\/td><\/tr> Weight (Outdoor Unit)<\/strong><\/td> Slightly heavier<\/td> Normal<\/td><\/tr> Price<\/strong><\/td> $$$<\/td> $$<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Low Ambient Mini Split Temperature Range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n