CirQHP Indoor Hybrid product launch
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China-based heating specialist Midea has developed a new indoor heat pump for homes.
“CirQHP Indoor Hybrid is a compact indoor heat pump that eliminates the need for an outdoor unit,” the manufacturer said in a statement. “This feature provides greater flexibility in installation options, making it an excellent choice for homes near neighbors or townhouses.”
The new heat pump has a heating capacity of 4.5 kW and uses propane (R290) as a refrigerant. It can reportedly operate in temperatures as low as -20C and can be connected to existing radiators and underfloor heating.
In the colder seasons the system uses a gas boiler to support the operation of the heat pump, providing heat and cost savingsthe company said.
“The product can automatically switch between gas boiler and heat pump for the most cost-efficient mode for end users, and the integrated energy consumption monitor helps keep an eye on costs,” Midea said. “The system alternates between two energy sources based on end-user preferences: ambient temperature, real-time energy costs or environmental mode for a smaller carbon footprint.”
The system is currently being presented at the IFA trade fair in Berlin, Germany.
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