VRV and VRF Aircon Systems
It’s not uncommon for people to question the difference between VRV and VRF Aircon Systems. But fret not, we’re here to clear the confusion.
To start, VRV and VRF air conditioning systems are technically the same. However, Daikin has copyrighted the term VRV, while other aircon brands use VRF to refer to their own HVAC systems.
Daikin’s VRV (Variable Refrigerant Volume) systems first emerged in the 1980s, pioneering one of the first HVAC systems. As most brands refer to it as VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow), the term caught on and became more popularly known compared to VRV.
WHAT EXACTLY WHAT ARE VRV AND VRF SYSTEMS?
Now that you know that VRV and VRF are essentially the same, it’s time to learn more about their technicalities. Here are some of the principles of this system:
- In this kind of air conditioning system, the only coolant material is the
refrigerant. As such, the refrigerant will be the only one responsible for
cooling the water circulated throughout the entire system. - It will have inverter compressors, which allow lower power consumption.
- There will be several air handling units connected to the same refrigerant
circuit. - Allows modular expansion involving a huge project that grows in small stages.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The logic behind the operation of VRV and VRF systems largely depends on the manufacturer and is usually not disclosed. However, in such systems, the input will be influence by the outside temperature of the surroundings as well as given by the user depending on his/her desired temperature. The system then receives the data, after which its logic is implemented to provide the most suitable temperature for the area while ensuring optimal power consumption.
Let’s see how a typical VRV and VRF system works:
Initially, the system will be in a standstill condition, which means that everything is turned off. Once the user turns on one of the indoor units, the VRV or VRF system then starts working.
The VRV or VRF air conditioning system will then examine the outside temperature and that of the room. Accordingly, the compressor will start operating to match the indoor requirement.
The process then automatically repeats itself when another indoor unit is switched on. As additional indoor units are used, the power consumption regulates itself accordingly depending on the demand.
Users can then achieve their desired comfort conditions by adjusting the fan speed, temperature, operating state, and of course, operating mode. Unliked centralized VAV (variable air volume) system, the temperature in VRV and VRF air cooling systems can be modified in each room.
BENEFITS
- With a VRV and VRF system, the temperature of the room will be automatically determined
by the system itself. Air conditioning connected to such systems will then provide
suitable temperatures to give a comfortable environment. - VRV and VRF systems will be most useful in places experienced constant change in
temperatures and weather conditions. While there are controls to adjust
temperatures, it does not need to be frequently changed by users. - As the compressor’s output is based on the outside atmosphere, it is considered to
be very energy and cost-efficient. With its automatic feature and control
option that adjust power consumption, you’ll be able to save on your electric
bill.
With its energy and cost efficiency, VRV and VRF systems are most used in commercial and industrial areas.
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