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Micaul Solar Air Source Heat Pump
Electric air-source heat pumps use
the difference between outdoor air temperatures and indoor air temperatures to
heat your home.
Where the use of ground source
heat pumps have been considered, but it is not possible to drill in a ground
probe or install a surface ground loop on the property, an air source heat pump
may well be the answer. The only space requirement is an outside wall making
them ideal for apartments and homes with limited outside space. With no need for
groundworks, installation costs are kept to a minimum.
Air source heat pumps work by converting the energy of the outside air into
heat, creating a comfortable temperature inside the house as well as supplying
energy for the hot water system. As with all heat pumps, air source models are
most efficient when supplying low temperature systems such as underfloor
heating.
The efficiency of an air source heat pump is measured in Coefficient of
Performance (CoP). A CoP of 4 means that for every kilowatt of electricity put
in, you get 4 kilowatts of energy in the form of warm water. The flow
temperature of the warm water is typically between 35 degrees Centigrade and 45
degrees Centigrade; much lower than achieved by a domestic boiler. The units are
perfectly capable of generating higher temperatures but the CoP suffers meaning
the economic and ecological benefits may be affected. Keeping the temperature at
the lower end of the scale keeps the system operates at maximum efficiency.
An air source heat pump should cover the heating requirements of a
well-insulated property in all but the most extreme conditions. When used in
combination with an immersion heater both heating and hot water needs should be
met, the immersion heater boosting water temperatures when necessary. An outside
air source heat pump working efficiently can reduce energy consumption for
heating by up to 50% when compared to conventional heating systems.
We can design and supply your heat pump requirement. Whilst we are happy to work
with any designated heat pump supplier, in purchasing from one source, seamless
integration of the heat pump and underfloor heating technologies is ensured with
one company taking sole responsibility for everything from design and supply
with installation and commissioning by specially trained engineers.
To find out more,
contact us:
Call 01633 647808
Email
info@micaulsolar.com
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