Air source heat pumps operate on the principles of thermodynamics. This is the science behind how heat, temperature and energy transfer from one place to another.
They consist of an evaporator, compressor, condenser, and expansion valve that work in a continuous loop.
Some key advantages of Air Source Heat Pumps are as follows:
ASHPs are highly efficient and provide significantly more heat output than the electricity they consume. Some models offer up to 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity (300-400% efficiency). This is much higher than fossil fuel heating systems like conventional boilers, which can offer anything from 0.7-0.9 units of heat per unit of fuel (70-90% efficiency).
They harness heat from the air, a renewable resource, and can be powered by electricity generated from renewable sources.
ASHPs contribute to reducing carbon emissions compared to traditional, fossil-fuel-powered heating systems.
Compared to ground-source heat pumps and water-source heat pumps, ASHPs require much less space.
Air source heat pumps are generally 300 – 400% efficient. The efficiency of a heat pump is commonly termed as Coefficient of Performance (COP). This means that for every 1kW of electrical energy input, they provide between 3kW and 4kW of heat energy output. SCOP is the Seasonal Co-efficiency of Performance. This is an annual efficiency value that takes into consideration all year-round ambient conditions and load on the heat pump. These statistics are taken from a correctly sized heating system and heat pump.
Removing our oil boiler and replacing it with an Air source heat pump was a big move for us being a Restaurant and bar, however the heat being given off by the radiators has been great and we are very satisfied with what has been done and would highly recommend this kind of system.
Our new Air source heat pump has been excellent, we don’t even need to do anything it just runs when required and the running costs have been great, thanks Advanced heating
