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Are you looking for a cost-effective, energy-efficient solution for heating and cooling your home or office? Check out our Mini Split selection on The Trade Table. Shop Top Mini-Split brands now and enjoy comfort and convenience!
Mini-splits are a great alternative to traditional air conditioning systems. They offer improved energy efficiency, better temperature control, and lower installation costs. Plus, they provide a stylish look. The first thing to consider when buying a mini split is the size of the room it will be placed in. Several online calculation tools measure a mini split required tonnage (or cooling capacity) based on room size. But the easiest method is to multiply the length and breadth of a room (in feet), take the square root of the result, and divide it by 10.
Alternatively, you may calculate the room's volume (in cubic feet) and divide it by 1000 to get how many tons of AC you need for effective cooling. Along with room size, other considerations include window location and the amount of sun-facing walls.
Most people will likely acquire ACs between 1 and 1.5 tons for household usage when considering average room size. The larger 2 to 5-ton ACs are required for workplaces and commercial environments.
A 1-ton mini split can cool an area up to 100 square feet, a 1.5 ton can cool a space up to 180 square feet, and a 2-ton mini split can cool up to 240 square feet, according to the rule of thumb.
Mini Split Cooling Capacity |
Square Footage |
1 Ton |
550 - 650 sq ft |
1.5 Ton |
820 - 1,000 sq ft |
2 Ton |
1,100 - 1,350 sq ft |
2.5 Ton |
1,360 - 1,600 sq ft |
3 Ton |
1,600 - 2,000 sq ft |
3.5 Ton |
1,900 - 2,300 sq ft |
4 Ton |
2,220 - 2,650 sq ft |
5 Ton |
2,720 - 3,350 sq ft |
The efficiency of an air conditioner's cooling is indicated by its Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating, or SEER rating, which ranges from 1 to 5 on the energy star scale.
The SEER is the ratio of the power input (in watts) to the cooling capability (measured in British thermal units, or BTU per hour). The SEER rating determines how well a unit cools while using less energy. However, the price of a mini split increases with the number of stars in its SEER rating.
The size of the area that has to be heated or cooled can also influence the micro split system's BTU rating. For instance, a 1,000 Sq Ft space will need 12,000 BTUs, whereas a bigger 1,200 SQ Ft area could need 18,000 BTUs. It's crucial to pick a micro split system whose BTU rating is suitable for the area that has to be heated or cooled.
When choosing a micro split system, it's also critical to consider its efficiency rating. A higher SEER rating, which stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, denotes, for instance, that the system will consume less energy and hence be less expensive to operate. A higher HSPF rating, or Heating Seasonal Performance Factor, indicates that the system will use less energy to heat the area, reducing winter energy expenses.
Our team has a couple of favorites we think you should check out for ductless mini-splits. The current brands we offer are:
We can't wait to add more soon. Now, getting into the specifics, here are a couple of our favorite mini-splits we currently offer:
The newly released mini-split by MrCool, the DIY Easy Pro® 24k BTU Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Complete System, sold out within a month! Some of the features that made this mini-split so desirable are:
Next is the E Star DIY 4th Gen 36k BTU Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Complete System - 208-230V/60Hz. The 4th Gen 36 BTU E Star is one of the most powerful single-zone systems offered in the DIY Series. Its robust features include:
Continue scrolling down to find more ductless mini-split options. Check out our HVAC solutions collection if you want something else HVAC-related. If you're looking for something more low-key to keep you warm, why not check out all our heaters?
Maybe you're not quite ready to give up your current mini-split, but it's leaking, let our guide walk you through the most common reasons for a mini split leaking water. Or maybe, you're still on the fence about investing in a mini-split, but did you know mini-splits actually increase your home's value? If you still want to shop for more mini-splits, you need to read our best mini-splits 2023 masterclass.
Lastly, we have the content you need to read if you want a mini split but are not sure where to put install it, or what size you need, or what to know how mini splits can save you money.
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