NON INVERTER VS. INVERTER AIRCON

Before making any purchases, especially electrical appliances, we have to make some research first about a particular product or brand. This will ensure that we get the best quality — and where we can save on, too. This happens mostly when we are planning to buy a TV set, a washing machine, or even an air-conditioning unit. Before getting an airconditioning unit, we should first know the difference between an inverter and non-inverter AC. The main difference between the two actually lies in their compressor speed. An inverter AC has a variable speed compressor, while a noninverter AC has a fixed speed compressor. Variable speed compressors are more energy efficient than their fixed counterparts and make less noise as well. An inverter AC can adjust the compressor's motor speed to regulate the temperature. The inverter switch allows for greater flexibility in terms of power usage. They are more energy efficient because they can change their power consumption depending on how hot it is outside, or if you have multiple people in your home at any given time. Modern inverter ACs use efficient refrigerants such as R32 which provides better cooling capacity and also emits less harmful emissions to the environment, while the refrigerant used in non-inverter AC emits harmful emission which adversely impacts the environment. Inverter can save up to 30% on electricity compared to non-inverters, as the latter use the on/off method, where the compressor is switched on and off at regular intervals to maintain the desired temperature. This uses more energy than inverters and can result in more wear and tear on your system. Inverter ACs use variable speed compressors, which have a wider range of speeds compared to on/off compressors used by non-inverters. This allows it to operate in more modes that take advantage of different conditions and load requirements, thereby improving its efficiency throughout a wide range of operating conditions. Inverters are also more efficient at dehumidifying the air, which is important in high-humidity areas. They also have better temperature control than non-inverter ACs because they can vary the speed of their compressors to respond to changing conditions. This means that your AC will be able to maintain an optimal temperature throughout the day, even when there are extreme fluctuations in outside temperature or humidity.

-oOoThe author is a Teacher III at Angeles City National Trade School