An alternative to ground source heat pumps for example where it is not possible to drill in a ground loop or install a surface ground loop on the property is an air source heat pump. The only space requirement is an outside wall making them ideal for apartments and homes with limited outside space.
The Vitocal system recommended by HeatNet can be installed either internally or externally and with no need for groundworks, installation costs are kept to a minimum.
Heat from the air? How does it work?
Air source heat pumps work by converting the energy of the outside into heat, creating a comfortable temperature inside the house as well as supplying energy for the hot water system. As with all heat pumps, air source models are most efficient when supplying low temperature systems such as underfloor heating.
Efficiency
The efficiency of an air source heat pump is measured in a Coefficient of Performance. A CoP of 4 means that for every kilowatt of energy you put in, you get 3 kilowatts of energy in the form of warm water.
An air source heat pump should cover the heating requirements of a well-insulated property in all but the most extreme conditions. When used in combination with an immersion heater both heating and hot water needs should be met, the immersion heater boosting water temperatures where necessary. An outside air source heat pump working efficiently can reduce energy consumption for heating up to 50% when compared to conventional heating systems.
An alternative to ground source heat pumps for example where it is not possible to drill in a ground loop or install a surface ground loop on the property is an air source heat pump. The only space requirement is an outside wall making them ideal for apartments and homes with limited outside space.
The Vitocal system recommended by HeatNet can be installed either internally or externally and with no need for groundworks, installation costs are kept to a minimum.
Heat from the air? How does it work?
Air source heat pumps work by converting the energy of the outside into heat, creating a comfortable temperature inside the house as well as supplying energy for the hot water system. As with all heat pumps, air source models are most efficient when supplying low temperature systems such as underfloor heating.
Efficiency
The efficiency of an air source heat pump is measured in a Coefficient of Performance. A CoP of 4 means that for every kilowatt of energy you put in, you get 3 kilowatts of energy in the form of warm water.
An air source heat pump should cover the heating requirements of a well-insulated property in all but the most extreme conditions. When used in combination with an immersion heater both heating and hot water needs should be met, the immersion heater boosting water temperatures where necessary. An outside air source heat pump working efficiently can reduce energy consumption for heating up to 50% when compared to conventional heating systems.
