VRF, Mini Split Options Now Viable for HVAC applications
Ductless systems are all grown up
Though something of a misnomer, VRF and mini split heat pumps are commonly referred to as “ductless units.” These systems are much more versatile today than they were just five years ago.
It’s hard to find a good name for a single- or multi-zone heat pump product line that’s inverter driven with a variable speed compressor. The term “mini split” doesn’t really fit, because over the past 10 years, they’ve grown from 9 Kbtuh units all the way up to 48 Kbtuh, allowing them to compete with larger conventional equipment. The term “ductless” is incorrect as well, because there are now a significant selection of ducted models available.