Let’s take a look at air conditioner parts and functions to get a better understanding about your air conditioner unit.
Yes, in almost every households, an air conditioner is an integral device that is designed to help the room (and us) cool, especially during the summer.
Other than that, air conditioners can also function to regulate humidity, improve air circulation and remove unpleasant odors inside your home.
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The results? A comfortable indoor environment for you and your family to enjoy!
But, air conditioners need to be taken care of, and by understanding an air conditioner’s parts along with its functions you can get a better insight of how the AC works, thus giving you a chance to be better in maintaining it.
So, without further ado, let’s tuck in!
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Air Conditioner Parts and Functions
Not only does air conditioning make your home environment more pleasant, it can also improve your mood and boost productivity.
However, have you ever wondered how the system and its components actually cool down your home?
In this article, we will learn together what are the components of an air conditioner and their functions. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the article!
1. Compressor
The first and foremost one is the compressor. A compressor is a very crucial component in an air conditioning system.
Its main task is to suck the refrigerant vapor from the evaporator, then raise its temperature and pressure before distributing it throughout the rest of the system.
In this way, the compressor ensures the pressure and temperature differential necessary for the efficiency of the refrigeration system.
Without a properly functioning compressor, the air conditioning system will not be able to regulate the air temperature and conditions optimally.
In addition, the compressor also plays a role in maintaining the stability and effectiveness of the entire system, so that temperature control and air quality are maintained properly.
2. Condensing Coil
Let’s carry on to discuss the next AC component, which is the condensing coil. What exactly is a condensing coil?
A condensing coil is an important element in a cooling system that functions as a heat exchanger, allowing the refrigerant to transition from gaseous to liquid form through the condensation process.
This component is located in the outdoor unit of the AC system and has the main task of removing heat from the refrigerant.
Typically, the condensing coil consists of a network of pipes designed to facilitate the condensation process.
When the hot refrigerant passes through these pipes, it will release the heat to the outside air and turn into liquid.
Once the condensation process is complete and the refrigerant becomes liquid, it then flows into the evaporator pipes.
Here, the refrigerant will continue its cycle of absorbing heat from the room and returning coolness to the cooling system.
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3. Evaporator
The third component of an air conditioner is the evaporator. The evaporator will absorb hot air from the room, as well as allow it to exchange heat with the refrigerant.
This process causes the refrigerant to evaporate, absorbing the heat and producing cooler air. And with that being said, the evaporator is very important for the cooling function of the AC!
4. Fan
The next on our list of air conditioner parts and functions is the fan!
The fan in an outdoor air conditioning unit is a very important component in the cooling process of an air conditioning system. Its main task is to help cool the refrigerant in the condensing coil.
As the hot refrigerant from indoors flows through the condensing coil, the fan serves to circulate outside air around the condensing coil, thus speeding up the heat dissipation process of the refrigerant.
5. Blower
An AC blower is an important component in an air conditioning system that functions to distribute cool air throughout the room.
Different from the outdoor unit fan that cools the condenser, the AC blower operates inside the indoor unit and has a specialized role.
In more detail, an AC blower is a fan located inside the evaporator unit.Its function is to circulate room air through the cool evaporator coil.
As the air passes through this coil, it absorbs heat from the room and becomes cooler. After that, the blower will blow the cool air to various areas in the room through ducts or vents.
6. Refrigerant
The next one is the refrigerant, as yet another important part of an AC unit, this part serves a purpose which is to absorb and release the heat.
In the cooling process, the refrigerant undergoes a phase change-from gas to liquid and vice versa-that allows it to absorb heat from the indoor air and then release the heat to the outside environment.
7. Air Filter
Yes, an air conditioner can still function normally even without an air filter. But, the air quality would be much worse as nothing will filter any dust and dirt in the air.
Another thing to be concerned about is that dust and dirt can possibly damage your AC unit without the proper air filter installed.
With that being said, the presence of an air filter in your AC is as important as other parts that we’ve mentioned earlier.
Well that’s a wrap! The complete explanations of air conditioner parts and functions!
But did you know that the AC needs to be certified before being sold and distributed in Indonesia?
Yup, the AC is one of the many products that are mandatory to be certified by the SNI certification.
This is because the risk of an air conditioner might be concerning for the Indonesian consumers, as the air conditioner that is not properly manufactured can cause a failure and can even be dangerous for its users.
The air conditioner that is about to be distributed in Indonesia must undergo a series of tests to determine its quality and safety.
After all of those tests have passed and the air conditioner is met with the requirements that have been set, the air conditioner is ready to be distributed and sold in the Indonesian market.
For the air conditioner and other household electrical devices, the regulation is clearly stated in SNI IEC 19-6713-2002.
