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The ductless mini-split air conditioner (DMAC) a cooling system that first gained popularity in Japan in the 1970s. DMACs consist of two main components: an outdoor compressor/condenser unit and one or more indoor air handling units. The outdoor unit is connected to the indoor units via small diameter pipes called linesets, which carry refrigerant and covered […]

Vertical lineset installation issues can happen over time and aren’t always apparent until it’s too late. Vertical lineset installations are always subject to severe stress due to a combination of thermal expansion and gravity. “Linesets” are copper tubes, and like all piping materials, it expands and contracts with temperature changes. Therefore, in a copper tube system […]

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Mid-season maintenance, do you need it? Air conditioning problems always seem to occur at the most inconvenient time. Often, it is during an extremely warm and humid day that the AC system is pushed beyond its capabilities. Having a properly working air conditioner is important for your comfort and health, and it is easily handled […]

So, what’s the difference between central a/c and ductless mini-split cooling systems? The vast majority of homes in America rely on central air conditioning systems. However, mini-splits are becoming popular due to their ease of installation, flexibility for use during both the summertime or winter months and improved energy efficiency. The motivation behind installing a […]

Inaba Denko America’s PD Series is designed to enhance the appearance of any VRF application. Slimduct PD commercial, PVC AC line set cover protects any surface mounted line set installation, and can also be used as a line set cover between the condenser and Slimduct RD system as a cover for VRV/VRF line sets and mini […]

Can Mini-split Systems be Installed on Interior Walls? Can mini-split heating and cooling systems be installed on interior walls? Yes, the indoor units in a ductless mini-split system can be mounted on an interior wall of the house. However, a mini-split system on an interior wall is more involved and more difficult than mounting it […]

Inaba Denko America Helps Protect Refrigerant Lines in Style. The Challenge: The occupancy rate of a 300-unit residence hall built in 2013 at the University of Hawaii at Hilo (UH-Hilo) have fluctuated since the dormitory opened. Even though the dormitory is located directly across from the main campus entrance, occupancy rates have been inconsistent. One […]

Solutions for Ductless Ceiling-Mounted Units As Mini-split systems are becoming more, and more popular among energy efficient homeowners. In ceiling “Cassette” solutions are gaining popularity for their sleek and seemingly unobtrusive design. Inaba Denko America provides the perfect solutions for ductless ceiling-mounted units. Ductless Ceiling-Mounted AC Unit Challenges One of the challenges when working with ductless […]

What is line set protection and why does your line set need to be protected? A common question that is often overlooked in the HVAC industry. Every mini-split comes with refrigerant line sets. There is just no avoiding it. These lines usually run along the outer wall, and these mini-split lines are not visually pleasing. […]