For generations, the air conditioner was a binary machine: Full power meant full blast of cold air, and off was all off. This was the basic concept behind the fixed-speed compressor. This no-nonsense method worked, but it was power hungry, loud and yielded non-insignificant temp variations.

Inverter AC Technology’s greater performance does not come from a more powerful compressor, but from a highly intelligent electronic controller that gives the unit an IQ to make it work better and faster.

The Problem with the Old Way

So, to understand the brilliance of the inverter, you must first understand what came before it: nothing. A single-speed AC compressor operates at one speed: high. You set the temperature, it kicks in and blows at full blast until room temperature is reached, then nothing. Once the room cools a few more degrees, it turns on again full throttle.

That continuous starting and stopping leads to two expensive drains on your budget and comfort:

Energy Surges: When you first start a motor, particularly something like a large compressor, it requires extra power. These numerous voltage surges during the day they continue to pile up on your electric bill.

Temperature Fluctuation: The cool air is released in a cycle, so you'll find yourself waiting until the room heats up and turn it on when it's too warm again.

The Magic of Variable Speed

The Inverter AC overcomes this issue with the help of a device known as the variable-frequency drive. That's what this electronic circuit doesn't: It does something very simple, but revolutionary—it is a compressor motor with a variable speed: it changes the frequency of the electrical current that moves to drive its engine.

Consider a conventional AC as an on/off light switch and an inverter AC like a dimmer switch.

Ramp-Up: So, when you start the Inverter AC for the first time on a hot day, the compressor will run at its peak capacity (high frequency) to cool the room fast.

The Adjustment: When the room temperature is getting near your set temperature, the inverter reduces the power frequency slightly so that even when the room temperature approximately reaches your setting it is still comfortable. This greatly slows the compressor motor.

Maintenance: Rather than turning on and off, the compressor operates at a low level constantly, drawing just enough energy to perfectly balance against the heat being seeped into your house. And that’s all it is: the sustained low-power operation, which is what makes the technology.

Manufacturers, which include Daikin, have developed this control so now we can proudly enjoy extremely good benefits of performance and accurate climate control.

Why This Saves You Money

This feature makes the machine’s capability in part-time in relation to reduced energy costs:

No Electricity Spikes: Inverter AC reduces your electricity consumption because it runs on a low wattage, as opposed to the common practice of high current start-up voltage for the compressor every time it starts.

Load Matching: Unit not over cooling. What this means is that, if your home office needs just 40% of the AC’s maximum cooling power to keep you comfortable, the inverter compressor will just run at exactly 40% speed and consume a relatively small amount of energy.

Less Wear and Tear: With the compressor not subjected to the strain of repeated starts and stops, it runs more evenly, which can help extend its life cycle and lead to fewer repairs, saving you money in the long run.

The Inverter AC works by controlling the speed of the motor to regulate the temperature and reduce unnecessary energy consumption. It is the smart choice for comfort and saving on living costs.