what is ductless air conditioning

A ductless air conditioner, also known as a mini-split or mounted cooling system, is a type of air conditioning system that does not require ductwork to distribute air. Instead, it uses an outdoor unit to condition the air, which it then distributes inside the home through the adjoining indoor unit. Ductless systems are ideal for homes or rooms that lack ductwork. They are effective for any space in the home, and no matter the room’s ceiling height, high wall units can be mounted directly to an interior wall. Console units work for rooms where wall mounting isn’t possible or desirable. The minimum components of a complete ductless system include an indoor unit with an evaporator coil and blower fan, and an outdoor unit with a compressor, condenser coil, and fan. The two units are connected with copper refrigerant tubing and electrical wiring. Ductless air conditioning systems use the same process for cooling as a typical central air conditioning system. However, while central air conditioning uses one centrally located indoor unit that delivers cool air to the entire home through a series of ducts and vents, a ductless indoor unit blows cooled air directly into one living space.