After several years of exploration, development and practical application, air source heat pump heating has gradually been popularized and applied to families in terms of environmental protection, energy saving and stability. According to experience, the following should be noted when using air source heat pump in families:

1. There is enough space to install the outdoor unit

The characteristics of air source heat pump include energy saving, which is also valued by everyone. Compared with the use of electric boilers and gas wall-mounted boilers for heating, it saves about 40%. To achieve such energy-saving effects, one of the points is to have enough space for outdoor unit installation. Why do you say this? Because in the principle of air-energy heat pumps, the outdoor unit will dissipate heat to the outdoor air, and the indoor heat or cold should be discharged outdoors. If the space behind the left and right of the outdoor unit is relatively narrow, this will directly lead to poor heat dissipation of the host, reduce its heat exchange capacity, and bring indoor temperature. In addition, the connecting water pipes of the air-energy heat pump host are relatively large, which naturally takes up more space. It also has a lot of installation components that also need space to install it. Therefore, its installation is not suitable for ordinary small and medium-sized high-rise apartments and some elevator apartments, because the external unit of these apartments is very small, and it is impossible to complete the installation of components or the main unit will have poor heat dissipation after installation.

2. Families using floor heating

This situation is because the water temperature provided by the air source heat pump main unit is only 36-58 degrees (the water temperature of each brand is different). Such water temperature is suitable for floor heating needs, but it is far from enough to use it in the radiator system. Therefore, the use of air energy heat pumps is preferred in floor heating apartments.

3. Families with expensive natural gas tariffs

As mentioned earlier, the reason for using air energy heat pumps for heating is energy saving, which is relative to natural gas. According to my experience, if the natural gas tariff reaches 2 yuan/m and the electricity tariff does not exceed 0.8 yuan/kWh, it is very advantageous to use air energy heat pumps for heating.

4. Families with better water quality

Since the air-energy heat pump main unit heating is a whole-basin water system, the water quality has a great impact on the system, mainly the amount of silt and calcified substances in the water; I will tell you with a simple experience that if the water in your home, after being placed for a period of time, can obviously see the sediment and the frequency of scaling of boiled water is very high, it is inappropriate to use the air-energy heat pump system in this case. Because it will cause frequent water flow failures, resulting in a large after-sales cleaning cost; if it relies entirely on soft water equipment and water purification equipment to improve, its initial installation fee will increase a large amount of expenses. Therefore, families with better water quality are more suitable for air-energy heat pump systems.

5. Families with a larger heating area

Although air-energy heat pumps are energy-saving and environmentally friendly, if their heating area is only a few dozen square meters, if your home heating area is more than 100 square meters, and after using the air-energy heat pump main unit, the energy consumption can be saved in this way. The ratio is very obvious. Therefore, air-energy heat pump heating is more suitable for medium and large households, not suitable for small and medium-sized households. Cost-effectiveness and practicality always come first.

6. Families with an ambient temperature that is not too low

This question is the best explanation for why some people say that air energy is a waste of electricity, while others say that this equipment is very good and very energy-saving when used at home. Let's not talk about its design, installation, and the use of materials. The ambient temperature in winter alone has a great impact on it. Another reason why air energy heat pumps are energy-saving is that they absorb part of the low-temperature heat in the outdoor air. This part of low-temperature heat can reduce the work done by the compressor. Therefore, the lower the outdoor ambient temperature, the less energy-saving it is, and on the contrary, the better its energy-saving performance. For example, it is used at minus 20 degrees and 5 degrees above zero in Chengdu, although the current products can operate at minus 20 degrees and can also provide heating.

Summary: With the application of full frequency conversion and jet enthalpy increase technology in air energy heat pumps, its energy-saving and ability to face low-temperature harsh environments are becoming more and more powerful, and it has gradually been popularized; it is suitable for floor heating, large heating area (larger apartment) and areas where the outdoor temperature is not too low.

FAQ：

Q: Can an air source heat pump work in very cold climates?
A: While air source heat pumps are most efficient in milder climates, modern systems are designed to work in colder temperatures. Some units come with backup heating systems to ensure they continue to perform efficiently in freezing weather.

Q: How much does it cost to install an air source heat pump?
A: Installation costs vary depending on the size of your home and the complexity of the installation. On average, installation can range from $8,000 to $12,000, but government incentives or rebates may help lower the initial cost.

Q: Are air source heat pumps noisy?
A: Air source heat pumps are generally quiet, with noise levels comparable to a refrigerator. The outdoor unit may produce a slight hum, but it’s usually not loud enough to be disruptive.

Q: Can an air source heat pump also provide cooling?
A: Yes, many air source heat pumps can function as air conditioners in the summer, providing both heating and cooling year-round.