Understanding Air Conditioning Mechanism

When it comes to the functionality of your air conditioning system, it operates on a straightforward yet efficient process. Here’s a breakdown of how it works:

1. Components of a Central Cooling System:

• • • Outdoor Unit: This includes a condenser coil and compressor.
    • Indoor Unit: Comprises an evaporator coil installed with your furnace or air handler.

2. Operation Process:

• • • The compressor, a vital component, circulates a refrigerant chemical throughout the system.

3. Heat Transfer:

• • • Warm air inside your home is blown over the indoor evaporator coil.
    • The heat energy from the air transfers to the refrigerant within the coil, akin to a sponge absorbing heat.
    • Consequently, the air becomes cooler and is recirculated throughout your home to provide comfort.

4. Heat Release and Reiteration:

• • • The refrigerant carrying absorbed heat is pumped back to the compressor.
    • The absorbed heat is released, and the cycle repeats.

5. Moisture Control:

• • • Simultaneously, moisture contributing to humidity is condensed out of the air.

6. Shared Ductwork:

• • • Central heating and cooling systems are often combined, sharing the same ductwork for distributing conditioned air throughout your home.