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Daikin stands out as one of the most trusted air conditioning brands in the market today. With a range of high-quality, quiet, and energy-saving models, does Daikin truly save electricity compared to other options? Does it boast superior technology? Let's explore with Media Mart below!
1. Daikin's Inverter Technology
Inverter air conditioners utilize variable frequency drive technology. When turned on, the compressor starts and operates at maximum capacity to quickly reach the set temperature. It then reduces the load to maintain the set temperature, providing consistent comfort in the room. By eliminating the need for continuous motor start-stop cycles, Inverter air conditioners save more energy compared to non-Inverter ones.
In addition to energy savings, Inverter models operate more smoothly, maintaining a stable temperature and ensuring enhanced comfort for users.
Furthermore, Daikin employs an exclusive Swing compressor with a circular motion mechanism to circulate the refrigerant. This gentle circular motion significantly reduces friction and vibration losses, minimizing refrigerant (R32 gas) loss during compression. This results in quieter and more efficient operation compared to conventional AC compressors.
2. Other Electricity Saving Modes
2.1. Econo Mode
Econo Mode is an indispensable feature found in most Daikin wall-mounted air conditioners. Similar to Inverter technology, this mode also helps minimize costs to the maximum. In air conditioner models, this mode is often abbreviated as ECO, which users can observe on the Daikin air conditioner remote.
Econo Mode limits the air conditioner from running at maximum capacity when initially started, which is highly effective in crowded areas such as offices, large spaces, or areas exposed to direct sunlight.
Moreover, this mode is highly effective in preventing circuit breakers from being overloaded and causing sudden power outages. This helps maintain durability, avoid damage to the air conditioner, and can save up to 20% of electricity consumption.
2.2. Intelligent Eye Technology
Operating Mechanism
The Intelligent Eye prevents energy wastage by using infrared sensors to detect motion in the room. If there is no motion within 20 minutes, the Intelligent Eye will automatically adjust the set temperature by about 2 degrees Celsius. When activated, it operates automatically without the need for additional settings.
This is an advanced technological feature aimed at ensuring the room maintains the most suitable coolness automatically and intelligently.
3. Measuring the Energy Saving Capability of Air Conditioners
3.1. Energy Labels
It's easy to see that all air conditioners in the Vietnamese market must have an energy label showing their usage efficiency and rated power at the time of testing. The fewer stars on the energy label, the higher the electricity consumption. A 5-star label indicates the most energy-saving usage. However, among products with the same 5-star energy label, other factors need to be carefully considered to validate their electricity-saving capability.
3.2. Coefficient of Seasonal Performance (CSPF)
Another technical index that many users are concerned about is the CSPF (Cooling Seasonal Performance Factor), which is a comprehensive cooling performance index for the entire season. The CSPF indicates how much cooling the air conditioner provides per kWh of electricity consumed, taking into account seasonal temperature fluctuations throughout the year. The higher the CSPF, the more efficiently the air conditioner operates and the more electricity it saves.
4. Validating the Electricity Saving Capability of Daikin Air Conditioners
4.1. Wall-mounted Air Conditioner
With the Daikin Inverter 1 HP ATKF25XVMV product, continuous electricity consumption for 8 hours is only about 0.816 kWh, equivalent to 2000 Vietnamese dong for each night of use (estimated based on the average electricity price of 2500 VND/kWh, according to experiments conducted by Quatest3).
This is undoubtedly an extremely impressive result regarding the electricity-saving capability of Daikin air conditioners in general and the ATKF25XVMV model in particular.
Furthermore, Daikin's most energy-efficient wall-mounted air conditioner line includes the FTKZ model with a CSPF of up to 7.24, ranking high in the market.
4.2. Do Non-Inverter Air Conditioners Save Electricity?
Daikin also offers a range of non-Inverter models for users with less frequent air conditioner usage needs, such as the ATF|FTF series. If usage is minimal or under 8 hours per day, Daikin's Non-Inverter air conditioners are also a sensible choice with affordable prices and good electricity-saving capabilities with a 3-star energy label.
Looking to buy an electricity-saving Inverter air conditioner? Choose Daikin air conditioners now!
