Residential type central air conditioner
Term · Energy · MLC-T-ENE-001985
There are four basic parts to a residential central air-conditioning system (1) a condensing unit, (2) a cooling coil, (3) ductwork, and (4) a control mechanism such as a thermostat. There are two basic configurations of residential central systems (1) a "split system" where the condensing unit is located outside and the other components are inside, and (2) a packaged-terminal air-encased in one unit and is usually found in a "utility closet."
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENE-001985 |
|---|---|
| Field | Energy |
| References | EIA Glossary |
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