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Does the air handler and condenser have to match?
The short answer is that a handler and condenser can be different brands and the unit will function properly. Ideally, it is better to match the same brand of condenser and handler if possible, and have them both replaced together.
Can you mix match condenser and evaporator?
Do not mix and match. Yes, technically, you might be able to get them to work, but it’s an absolutely terrible idea for a lot of reasons. Just don’t do it!.
Should air handler be larger than condenser?
If your condenser and evaporator coils don’t match in size, it could lead to higher temperatures and humidity levels in the home. On the other hand, an evaporator coil that’s larger than the condenser coils will cool the home well but will remove little to no moisture from the air.
Can I use a 3 ton condenser with a 3.5 ton coil?
Air conditioning units are measured in tons. There is some leeway, like a 3-ton condenser to a 3.5 air handler. The short answer is, you can’t. A good tech might be able to get it to work with like a TXV, but you are going to be bottle-necked at the 3-ton.
Should I replace condenser with compressor?
As you can see, condenser problems and compressor failures are often related. Thus, it might be a good idea to replace a condenser when your compressor fails. This debris comes from the failed compressor, and it’s almost impossible to remove this debris completely from the condenser.
Can you use a 5 ton condenser with a 4 ton air handler?
A 5 ton outdoor unit will not work with a 4 ton indoor coil and air handler or furnace. The freon won’t boil off correctly.
Can you mix and match HVAC systems?
While it is recommended to buy the same brand for your HVAC systems, a furnace and an air conditioner manufactured by two different companies can usually still work together.
Can one air handler two compressors?
Yes. A few years back many OEMs came up with a concept of Multi Splits where One Compressor catered to two indoors. Later this concept was further developed into VRF/VRV systems where 2/3 compressors can run 10+ IDUs.
Can I use a 5 ton coil with a 4 ton condenser?
For example, if a house requires a 5-ton system, a contractor might install a 5-ton evaporator coil and a 4-ton condensing unit. The condenser may lower the humidity, but it may not sufficiently cool the house for human comfort, or the unit will have to run for a prolonged period of time to cool the home.
Do evaporator coils have SEER ratings?
The federal government requires that you have an air conditioner unit with a seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) rating of at least 14. A SEER is an energy efficient ratio for all HVAC units. This is because you can’t match an evaporator coil with a SEER 14 rating with a unit that has a rating of 13 or lower.
Do AC coils have a SEER rating?
Coils by themselves don’t have a SEER rating. The SEER rating is determined by the combination of a condenser, coil, and air handler or furnace. The efficiency of the three pieces of equipment are rated as a system. If you change on of the components, it is likely the SEER rating will change.
Is an air handler the same as a compressor?
The condensing unit aka “the air conditioner” is found outside the home. A condenser’s major components are a compressor and a condenser coil. Instead of blowing conditioned air throughout the home like the air handler does, an air conditioner’s main function is to remove heat from within the home.
Can a 2 ton outdoor unit be installed with a 1.5 ton indoor unit?
A straightforward answer for your question would be YES.
Is the compressor part of the condenser?
Two of the main parts are the compressor and the ac condenser. The compressor is the box outside of your home and the first step in cooling the air. The compressors job is to take refrigerant gas and compress it to liquid that gets sent back inside the house and into the condenser.
Can you use a 3 ton air handler with a 2.5 ton condenser?
That’s always a good step because you are increasing the chances of your HVAC equipment being compatible. So, if the evaporator coil in the 3.5 ton air handler has a thermal expansion valve (TXV) for metering, it will probably work. You would need to check that, but as long as it does, you’re probably good to go.
Can you put a 2 ton condenser on a 3 ton coil?
a 2 ton condenser with a 3 ton coil), the orifice needs to be changed to match the size condenser you are installing. In this example the match would require changing the 3 ton orifice that comes in the coil to a 2 ton orifice.
Why condenser is bigger than evaporator?
Condensers have to be larger than evaporators in terms of their heat exchange capacity because they are not only rejecting the heat absorbed by the evaporator… they also need to reject additional heat that the refrigerant gains in the compressor from the heat of compression.
