Inverter Heat pump Vs Non-Inverter Heat pump
What You Should Know About Inverter Heat pump Vs Non-Inverter
You could save up to 58 per cent on your heating and cooling running costs with an inverter heat pump compared to a non-inverter type. With inverter technology becoming more accessible to the domestic market, heat pump manufacturers are taking advantage of this great energy-saving feature.
These significant energy savings are thanks to a different way of running the compressor motor between inverter and non-inverter units. As your local heating and cooling experts, we’ll be running through how inverter vs non-inverter heat pumps work and breaking down how inverter types are more energy efficient.
How Inverter Heat pump Work Differently from Non-Inverters
The main difference between how inverter heat pumps work compared to non-inverters is the compressor. In a conventional, non-inverter heat pump, the compressor only has two speeds it can run at to maintain your home’s desired temperature – on and off, or 100 per cent and 0 per cent.
On the other hand, an inverter-driven compressor keeps the motor turned on continuously and adjusts the speed to vary the temperature. This means the power used can vary between 0 and 100 per cent. This is more energy-efficient than turning the motor on and off repeatedly.
Inverter vs. non-inverter is analogous to a marathon runner vs. a sprinter. A non-inverter heat pump is like a short distance sprinter, using up more energy in short bursts. The inverter is the marathon runner, who goes at a steady pace and is more energy-efficient.
The motor’s speed is adjusted by alternating the polarity of magnets so that they switch between attractive and repulsive forces. The switching attractive and repulsive forces rotate the motor. The speed at which the polarity of the magnets is switched is controlled by the inverter-driven compressor, and this controls the motor’s rotation speed.
So, if you’ve purchased a 6kW split system with inverter technology, that means it won’t always be running at a 6kW capacity. It could be running at a lower capacity or could even run at higher than a 100 per cent capacity for short times.
What Are the Benefits of Inverter Heat pumps?
Having an inverter heat pump means you get to experience a range of great benefits. First, and most obvious, is increased energy efficiency, and so considerably cheaper energy bills.
Heating and cooling in the home accounts for 20 to 50 per cent of your energy bill. So if your inverter heat pump uses 58 per cent less energy, then your energy bill will be 11.6 to 29 per cent cheaper!
Increased environmental friendliness is often coupled with energy efficiency. Installing an inverter heat pump is a more eco-friendly option too!
The variable speed of the compressor-motor means the inverter heat pump is quieter too. Instead of working at full capacity all the time, an inverter ac can operate at lower capacities which are quieter. By turning on and off continuously, a non-inverter heat pump will be more annoying as it switches from silent to noisy repeatedly.
An inverter heat pump also means you’ll be more comfortable. Instead of fluctuating temperatures thanks to a non-inverter unit that turns on and off, your room temperature will be better maintained with the variable speed motor of an inverter heat pump. With the motor always running, your home’s humidity is better controlled too.
Remember how we said an inverter heat pump can work over 100 per cent capacity for a short time? This means you can enjoy faster heating and cooling with an inverter heat pump and reach your desired temperature more quickly.
Thanks to the motor being continuously on, this means inverter heat pumps need less maintenance too and will likely last you longer! Turning the compressor off and on puts pressure on the power load and wears out the components faster.
Are there any Disadvantages of Inverter Heat pumps?
Between better energy efficiency and a quieter operation, it’s hard to think there’d be any disadvantages of inverter heat pumps. There are a couple of disadvantages that you will want to take into consideration before opting for an inverter type, though.
Firstly, an inverter heat pump will cost you more upfront. Because of the more complex technology, there’s a higher price tag associated with an inverter AC. While it might be more expensive to purchase upfront, an inverter heat pump is more of an investment appliance for your home when you save big on the ongoing running costs.
This also means parts can be more expensive if your unit needs repairs. On top of that, not all heat pump installers will know the ins and outs of inverter technology. So, it’s even more important that you use an experienced and licensed heat pump technician with a reputation for quality work.
What’s the Advantage of Non-Inverter Heat pumps?
In most cases, the advantages of inverter heat pumps far outweigh those of non-inverters. The only reason you would choose a non-inverter over an inverter AC is if the upfront cost is too much.
Almost all modern heat pumps on the market today are inverter models though. With more and more inverter ACs coming onto the market, this upfront cost will be coming down over time.
You can enjoy the comfort and cost-effectiveness of an inverter heat pump with Trilect Energy. Whether you’re after a ducted heat pump or split system, our team of inverter AC experts won’t keep you waiting around with our rapid, same-day service.
You can also enjoy your brand-new heat pump for no upfront cost with our $0 deposit, interest-free payment plans**. So, when you’re unexpectedly left with an old and broken heat pump and need an upgrade, there’s no need to dip into your savings to cover the costs.
If you’re looking to invest in your home’s heating and cooling as well as save in the long run, contact Trilect and we can have an expert heat pump installer at your door ASAP.
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