The Power of Ambient Air
Air source heat pumps harness the power of ambient air to provide heating and cooling for residential and commercial spaces. Read on to learn how these innovative devices work and why they are an excellent choice for your property.
How Air Source Heat Pumps Work
Heat Extraction from Outdoor Air
ASHPs operate by extracting heat from the outdoor air, even in low temperatures. The process starts with the evaporator unit, which collects heat from the surrounding air using a refrigerant coil. The absorbed heat causes the refrigerant to vaporise, transforming into a gas. The gas is then compressed by a compressor, increasing its temperature and pressure.
Heat Transfer to Indoor Space
Next, the high-pressure, high-temperature gas is transferred to the indoor unit, where it passes through a condenser coil. As the refrigerant flows through the condenser, it releases the captured heat, warming up the indoor space or the water system. This efficient heat exchange ensures optimal heating or cooling performance for your property.
Reversing the Cycle for Cooling
ASHPs can also reverse the cycle for cooling purposes. In this mode, the indoor unit acts as the evaporator, extracting heat from the indoor air and transferring it outside. This versatile functionality makes air source heat pumps suitable for year-round comfort.
