Copeland Scroll Compressor

First invented in the early 1900s, a scroll compressor is a form of air compressors. This is a device very commonly used in air conditioning systems, automotive air conditioners, and central heating pumps. As compared to the traditional piston-powered air compressors, the scroll compressors boast of running more smoothly and are much more energy efficient. Used for compressing air or refrigerants, the device has two scroll-like parts. One scroll stays fixed while the other scroll moves in circular motion inside the machine to help create high air pressure. While different types of AC compressors include scroll compressors, piston or reciprocating compressors, and screw compressors, there are quite a few advantages in using scroll compressors, especially a Copeland scroll compressor.

The Copeland compressor company was established in 1921 and since then it has steadily grown and is one of the most reputable and highly regarded companies in the business. Their product line ranges far and wide. The various compressors range in power, starting from compressors used in refrigerators and small air conditioning systems to large scroll compressor used for huge industrial units. To name some products, there is Copeland Scroll compressors, Copeland Scroll Ultratech compressors, Copeland Scroll ZRK5, Copeland Scroll ZPK5, Copeland Scroll commercial compressors, Copeland Scroll 7- 15 horsepower with Copeland’s Advanced Scroll Temperature Protection (ASTP), Copeland Scroll Digital, and many more.

Scroll compressors are extremely popular for usage in air conditioning and refrigeration systems all around the world, as they provide many benefits particularly with regards to money. There are some distinct reasons for this that can be split into four headings, namely: fewer parts, high performance, energy savings, and size. As compared to other compressors the scroll compressor needs fewer parts to work, which in turn translate into higher reliability and less disturbance (noise). Since there are few parts involved, there is a much less chance of breakdown or lack of efficiency. Maintenance too is easier as well as cost-effective.

Scroll compressors produce superior cooling capacity as compared to standard compressor models. Another advantage of scroll compressors is their size benefit. There was a time when old-fashioned compressors needed a lot of space because of their huge sizes. These are very compact in size. This is a big advantage to businesses that need large refrigerators or AC systems such as supermarkets, corporate offices, etc.

The most important advantage of a Copeland scroll compressor or any reputable brand’s scroll compressor is the energy efficiency factor. These compressors can produce the same cooling capacity as standard model compressors, while using less power. This means less electrical usage or we can say as energy saving devices. With the value of money touching the sky, saving on electricity bills and doing something good for the environment is a win-win for any customer. 

AC Compressor

An AC compressor is the part of an air conditioning system that does the job of compressing cool, low pressure gas into a hot, high pressure gas. This compressing process plays an imperative part in the multi-step course that helps in keeping the area cool. When we switch the AC ‘on’ it starts with low pressure gas traveling into the air conditioning compressor, which compresses the gas into a high pressure gas of a much higher temperature. After this, the gas is cooled down in the condenser where it turns into liquid still under high pressure followed by it traveling to the evaporator. In the evaporator this liquid is pushed through a small hole into tubing, where it uses the heat from the room to be cooled and turns back into gas. Yet again this low pressure, cool gas is transported back to the AC compressor where the whole process is repeated until the air conditioning is switched ‘off’.

The refrigerants used in air conditioning systems are fluids that are gases with a low boiling point that can be easily converted from a liquid to a solid. One of the most popular refrigerants from the past was Freon. It was used all over the world, until it was discovered that when Freon escaped into the environment, it causes deterioration of the precious ozone layer of the atmosphere. Thanks to this fact and the awareness of global warming and related ecological problems faced by the world today, pretty soon more ozone-friendly fluid alternatives were used as refrigerants.

Similar considerations are being applied to other parts of the air conditioning systems in the market today. The focus has shifted from producing units that look fashionable and give superior cooling no matter what the adverse effect on environment, to producing AC systems that not only look contemporary, but also boast of being eco-friendly and energy efficient. And the awareness and yearning to do at least a little bit for the environment is not just limited to the manufacturers, but also consumers. A majority of buyers of air conditioning units nowadays do not mind shelling out more money to buy a quality product that is conserving the ecology and is energy efficient, compared to a low star rated product that is cheap but will run up electricity bills for years to come.

AC compressor is an important part of any AC system. It is also one of the most expensive parts of the unit. Hence, it is important to maintain it in order for it to work effectively. A good way may be to change or clean the air filter to extend the compressor’s life. You could make arrangements to get the filters changed every three months or as needed.