Solved: Split AC 1.5 ton | Voltas

[Jonas]

My Sharp inverter AC has a bad leak in the cooling coil. So it's time to get a new one. Many users have mentioned that Voltas is a good buy considering the 5 years warranty. Kindly suggest some models?

 

[Sushubh]

Looks like Haryana is also introducing a subsidy for power efficient ACs.

Haryana govt offers subsidies on power-efficient ACs

The Haryana government is offering subsidies to electricity consumers who want to replace their old air-conditioners (AC) in a move aimed a reducing power consumption, officials said. A subsidy of ₹2,000 to ₹8,000 would be offered for around 100,000 ACs, as per the plan

www.hindustantimes.com

 

[Jonas]

My new AC is consuming less than 8 units (with other appliances running) at 26 degrees for 12 hours of operation.

The temperature sensor seems to be a bit slow. It starts blowing warm air, and then suddenly realizes that the temperature has risen and then goes crazy with the cooling.

 

[LordSpymaster]

How can we accurately measure how many units our AC consumes?

 

[mikrotik]

Connect the AC thru a dedicated energy meter.

 

[Jonas]

I think this device might help as well. Power monitor.

Wipro 16A Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring- Suitable for Large Appliances like Geysers, Microwave Ovens, Air Conditioners (Works with Alexa and Google Assistant)- White : Amazon.in: Home Improvement

Wipro 16A Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring- Suitable for Large Appliances like Geysers, Microwave Ovens, Air Conditioners (Works with Alexa and Google Assistant)- White : Amazon.in: Home Improvement

www.amazon.in

 

[varkey]

You could use a 16A Smart Plug with power monitoring feature too. Costs under 1000.

 

[mikrotik]

In the everything is a energy meter. Now a days single phase energy meters are also costing the same amount. Better go with a smart plug.

 

[Tejas01]

It starts blowing warm air, and then suddenly realizes that the temperature has risen and th

All inverter based AC's do that as they are based on step-up, step down motor. So when it starts, it gradually increases power and cooling unlike non-inv which goes for Max Power consumption and hence quick cooling. The reverse happens when the set temps are reached. On sensing the same, the PCB will gradually decrease power(unlike non inv which justs shuts off)and consume only that much energy needed to maintain those temps.
Kind off Similar to how car consumes fuel in 5th gear versus 1st gear and hence better mileage with 5th gear.

 

[Jonas]

Yes yes, that's how it works. But don't hate me when I say that the Sharp inverter AC that I had pretty much nailed these seemless transitions and it also offered the option to limit operational wattage with a push of a button, what is being marketed nowadays as 'convertible, 5 in 1' technology.

All this on an eight year old AC. They have been far ahead in terms of technology, can't deny that.

 

[crashnburn_in]

Which A/Cs have some kind of programmable or customizable system where "cooling" can be made LESS powerful through the night and especially in the Mornings.

I've always found feeling uncomfy in early mornings. I am sure the HEATING COOLING cycle of NATURE & CITY WARMING plays into it.

But are there not any new ACs that can do so? Some level of Timing based change of cooling? Or intelligent enough to maintain temp so that it does not get cold in A.M.