Split A/C systems are increasingly popular because of their low-profile design and ease of installation.
Split air conditioning systems get their name from the fact that their two main units are separated from one another, with an air-cooled condenser unit typically installed outside the building, and an air handling unit installed within the space being cooled.
Because of their low-profile design and ease of installation, split air conditioning systems have become increasingly popular, especially in residential buildings. However, the placement of outdoor units and the refrigerant tubing that connects the exterior and interior units may pose potential problems with co-op and condo boards because the units and tubing can intrude on the building's common spaces.
In RAND's latest Ask the Engineer column, we discuss the issues involved in installing a split air conditioning system, including:
- Location of exterior units
- Placement of the refrigerant tubing
- Drainage set-up for inside units
- Getting board approval for installation
- Maintenance
For more on split air conditioning systems, read the full article and send us your questions or comments at info@nullrandpc.com, or call us at 212-675-8844. We look forward to hearing your comments.
Peter Varsalona, PE is Principal of RAND and head of its Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing team.
